Lessons Our lesson program is designed to teach the student at their own pace. We know that everyone is an individual, so we adapt our instruction to the student. We often are asked " how long does it take to learn to ride?" That depends entirely upon the student- there are people that have a natural aptitude and there are others that have to work a little harder to get the desired results. We strive to help each student reach their goals and have fun at the same time! We typically start children at the age of 8, which enables them to learn to use their coordination and balance skills. Horseback riding is a great way to encourage confidence in shy or timid children. We have had great success with kids who have confidence issues and take great delight each time we see a new one "blossom". When they learn to care for the horse and handle them correctly, the new found confidence typically spills over into other areas of their lives. They become more social, and we often get reports from their parents that their school work greatly improves. We have also had beginners in their 60's learn to ride. Boarding At the present, we are able to offer private 35' pens, until the new barn is built. The barn is scheduled to begin construction in spring of 2008. Horses kept in these pens will receive two feedings of hay and grain per day. Pens are mucked twice daily. We have a farrier on a regular schedule that comes once a month, but can also be called for emergencies, such as a lost shoe. Horse training We start young horses using the best of the "new age" and the old "tried and true" to gain the trust and respect of our four-legged students. No horses are "broken" here. All young horses are started in snaffle bits to preserve a soft and responsive mouth. They are taught ground manners with respect to their handlers, then they move on to acceptance of tack and rider. We recommend 60 to 90 days of training for young horses so that they may develop a solid foundation for more advanced training. We also offer "tune-ups" for older horses that have become bored or sour in their normal routine. Trail Rides Beginning in spring, we will offer guided trail rides. We have received numerous calls inquiring about horse rentals, so we have decided to make this service available and see how it turns out. We are tenetively looking at offering 2 one hour rides on saturdays and may add more ride times if the interest is present. Rides will be priced at 25.00 per hour, with most of the ride time being in the forest. Patrons will be required to sign liability waivers and wear the appropriate clothing, which is long pants and boots. Rides will be booked on a first come first served basis, as some individuals will call to reserve a horse and not show up for the ride. At this time we will offer a ride at 11 am, and the second at 1 pm. |
Services
Our lesson horses- a
fine group of animals
fine group of animals
Magnolia Meadows Farm
A good warm-up is a
must for a productive
lesson
must for a productive
lesson
A five year old draft
cross learning proper
head carriage and
balance
cross learning proper
head carriage and
balance
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the beginnings of our new
barn- it will have 10-10x12
stalls, center isle, and
separate feed and tack
rooms.
barn- it will have 10-10x12
stalls, center isle, and
separate feed and tack
rooms.