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Closed for winter: Reopening May 2025

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Closed for winter: Reopening May 2025 *

As you explore our website, you will notice that all activities held at Tacktics will fall under one of these 2 categories:

Skills Development

Join us for elite skills training.

Whether it’s personal or professional, Tacktics delivers training courses that leaves all participants with lasting improvement. Expect our internationally certified staff to team you up with one of our horses. Yep, you read that right. Team up with our specialized horses as you embark on our internationally certified courses. Our process of Equine Assisted Learning has been scientifically tested, recognized, and used successfully by top companies around the world. Join us for training and/or team building and we’ll hit your objectives every time.

Just for fun

Not joining us for skills development?

The herd would still love to see you!

We also offer a variety of unique experiences with both our miniature and full size horses.

Browse our daily activities and events or celebrate at a private party.

Whether you’re a local, visiting, or just looking for things to do in Galena, IL, come visit us and the herd in our beautiful secluded countryside.

At a glance:

  • Challenge Courses

    Just for Fun

    These fun courses will have you teaming up with both people and horses to navigate a series of activities and obstacles!

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  • Embers Retreat

    Retreats

    A profound 3 day women’s retreat combating burnout. Lookout for 2025 dates coming soon!

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  • Mini Experiences

    Just for Fun

    One-of-a-kind experiences that let you get up close and personal with our adorable miniature horses.

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  • Corporate Training

    Skills Development

    Proven effective personal & professional development with lasting results. A unique experience that all will get excited for!

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  • Brunch with the Minis

    Events

    Join us in the field for a picnic brunch before meeting up with the miniature horses in their pen. Learn to brush them, take pictures, and feed them treats!

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  • Programs

    Skills Development

    Browse and register for our upcoming programs at Tacktics Galena and take a step in becoming a better version of yourself!

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Upcoming:

Check out what’s coming up at Tacktics in addition to our daily activities

nothing upcoming, check back later!

The Tacktics Difference

Internationally Certified staff

Internationally Certified and Trademarked courses, obstacles, and programs

Safe - this is our horses job. It’s what both they and we are trained to do

  • They’re prey animals - acutely sensitive to humans

  • Non-judgmental

  • Always indicating how they feel

  • They can not lie

  • Always live in the moment

WHY HORSES?

As seen in:

Keeping up with THE HERD

Rest, reset, regroup. Have a great Sunday! www.tacktics-galena.com #trainwithtacktics #tackticsgalena #emotionalintelligence
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Hey all! We’re busy putting together next year’s schedule, and we want to hear from you! What do you want to see from us? What kind of workshops, events, retreats, etc? Head to our STORY and let us know! www.tacktics-galena.com #tr

Straight from the horses mouth:

  • "We loved having lunch with the minis! It was something we had never heard of before but so thrilled we did it. Lifelong memories were made. Thank you Tacktics!"

    -Susan K

    (Lunch with the Minis)

  • "What a fantastic, life changing experience. You will learn things about yourself and your team mates that no other experience can give. A great way to reflect on your leadership style and pick up valuable life lessons."

    -Ash K, Marketing & Communications Manager

    (Corporate Session)

  • "We had a lot of fun at Tacktics while we were visiting Galena. Truly a unique experience that we all enjoyed and keep talking about!"

    - David W

    (Challenge Course)

“Tacktics”:

Tack

/tak/

Equipment or accessories used on horses

Tactic

/taktik/

An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end