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
Magnolia Meadows Farm
A good warm-up is  a
must for a productive
lesson
A five year old draft
cross learning proper
head carriage and
balance
the beginnings of our new
barn- it will have 10-10x12
stalls, center isle, and
separate feed and tack
rooms.