Horse Activities
Our horse facilities in Winnsboro (note: some images taken at previous farm with indoor riding area)
Horsemanship: the study of all skills related to horses. A true horseman learns much more than simply riding. A true horseman learns the care of horses, riding, training, equipment use, and horse psychology.
Conscious horsemanship is horsemanship that follows similar rules as healthy human relationships.
- Both partners have the right to say “yes” “no” or “maybe” to requests.
- Both partners have the right to safe boundaries and personal space.
- Both partners respect that there are differences in culture and language, and work together to bridge that gap.
- Horses in conscious partnerships become willing partners and volunteers.
- Conscious horsemanship often develops into liberty work, bridleless riding and more.
(Read more about Conscious Horsemanship here.)
We offer both mounted horseback riding and unmounted classes, as well as wellness classes by special request and a volunteer program for more experienced horses folks.
We currently schedule all horse experiences through AirBnB for convenience and the additional liability protection for us and for our students. The booking link takes you to the AirBnB Animal Experience listing.
Unmounted classes start at $17/person with additional discounts up to 40% based upon group size.
Mounted classes start at $35/person with additional discounts up to 25% based upon group size.
Our volunteer program is scheduled through WWOOF.
Un-Pony Rides, Our unique horsemanship & riding program
Un-Pony Rides can be a one-time experience for most ages and experience levels, or booked in series as ongoing lessons. Learn to build a partnership with the horses by learning about their body language and their preferred way to interact with humans. Supervised riding, with optional interesting obstacle challenges. Basic riding techniques useable for English and Western horseback riding.
Volunteer program
Please see our WWOOF listing for availability and details.
Work in exchange for horse time. Experience required.