Our Boarding Philosophy

The horses live in three herds on 20-acres of pasture enclosed with electric tape. Each pasture boasts an additional  20-foot wide track (based on the paddock paradise system) to encourage movement and rotational grazing is utilized in pasture space to ensure the grass remains well maintained and nutritionally beneficial to our horses. Each paddock is equipped with a matted loafing shed, blanket hooks for ease of access to blankets, and automatic waterers. 

We believe in horses having a voice in their care- how they interact with us tells us valuable information about how safe and comfortable they feel. Our assessment of their demeanor is based in research about equine behavior, neurology, and learning, not just on normalizing commonly observed  stress behaviors.  Applying this pedagogy means that daily tasks take longer, especially when horses are new and still learning that we will respect their opinion

Our spacious tack room provides ample space for boarder personal items, as well as a kitchenette if guests want to enjoy lunch with a horsey view. We have plenty of adirondak chairs for lounging near paddocks to enjoy the peaceful presence of the herd. 

All horses are fed a full forage and anti-inflammatory diet. They have 24/7 access to pasture or tested local first cut hay. Most boarders have "meals" 2x/day of alfalfa pellets top dressed with Vermont Blend and owner provided supplements. We find that even the hardest keepers thrive when they are fed in alignment with the needs of their digestive system. Diet consultations are available for those interested in exploring this for their horse/herd. 

Our barn is fully solar powered and equipped with a well-lit matted aisle and outdoor wash stall. There is a hacking path around the perimeter of the pastures, a large, level field, and very easy access to miles and miles of local trails. Because of our intentionally cultivated community, riding space is easy to come by. Lessons available for boarders with our trainers Chelsea Bourn, Deb Murphy, or Jess Beckstrom. 

Horses are thoughtfully integrated into one of our three herds prioritizing social needs and considering dietary requirements. Generally, one herd spends the majority of time on pasture, one herd spends the majority of time on a track, and one herd splits time evenly. In our experience, most varieties of horses can peacefully co-exist when their species specific needs are met.