Run 2 You Stables

07/17/2023

For some reason I am unable to access my messages from this page. Please email any questions!

Camp: [email protected]
Lessons: [email protected]
Boarding: [email protected]

Thank you!

07/11/2023

What is needed each week of camp!

07/10/2023

Welcome to the first day of camp!
Can't wait to see everyone again this year 😁
Every Monday this year, we will reveal a theme day that will be happening each week. Can you guess what it might be?!?!

06/25/2023

Unfortunately we have had to cancel the first week of camp. If you have any questions please email [email protected]
Thank you

04/09/2023

02/06/2023

The news everyone has been waiting for!
https://www.run2youstables.com/horsesummercamp.html is updated and you can find the registration form there!
Summer Camp 2023 Dates
Week 1 – July 4-7 (4 days)
Week 2 – July 10-14
Week 3 – July 24-28
Week 4 – July 31 – Aug 4
Week 5 – Aug 8-11 (4 days)
Week 6 – Aug 14-18
Week 7 – Aug 21-25
Half Day $185 (before Mar 31) $200 (after Mar 31)
Full Day $325 (before Mar 31) $350 (after Mar 31)
All prices plus HST

Run 2 You Stables offers a kids summer camp program for beginner to intermediate riders.

01/12/2023

** Edit due to rumors - We do NOT have any cases of EHV at our farm. The news article was to help people understand the disease. Fortunately we have never personally dealt with this virus and our aim is to keep our herd safe which is why we ask people to not visit our farm if they've been at others. Thank you**

We ask at this time that our clients (lessons and boarders) do not visit other horse farms until this outbreak is under control. We would like to keep our herd as safe as possible.
Thank you for your understanding 💕
We will have a foot bath for everyone to use as they enter the barn. Just step in for 10 seconds after you've knocked the dirt off your footwear.

Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy Recently Diagnosed in Waterloo County

On January 7, 2023, The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) notified our clinic of a confirmed case of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) infection, at an equine facility in Waterloo County. It is our understanding that some horses at this facility have unfortunately died from the disease.

Of the nine different herpesviruses that can infect horses, EHV-1 and 4 are known for causing the most morbidity (sickness). Both EHV 1 and 4 can cause respiratory disease. EHV-1 is also associated with abortion in mares, and in rare circumstances, such as the current outbreak, it can cause severe neurologic disease. As with human herpesviruses – such as those that cause cold sores – equine herpesviruses can live dormant, or latently, within the horse for all of its life. During periods of stress or immunosuppression, a chronically infected horse can start shedding virus again.

A fever (greater than 101.5 °F or 38.6 °C) may be the first indication of infection. The temperature of potentially exposed animals should be monitored and recorded twice daily for 21 days and any abnormalities discussed with a veterinarian. Neurological signs, if they develop, may include loss of balance, hind-limb weakness, difficulty urinating, decreased tail tone, depression and being down and unable to rise. It is important that a veterinarian assess horses demonstrating neurological signs since it can be difficult to distinguish this from other serious diseases such as rabies.
EHV-1 infection is easily spread to other horses by nose-to-nose or close contact with an infected horse, by sharing contaminated equipment including bits, buckets and towels or by the clothing and hands of people who have recently had contact with an infected horse.

Prevention is the best medicine. Biosecurity is key to preventing the spread of EHV-1. Implementing routine biosecurity measures is the best way to minimize viral spread and should be in place at all times to prevent a disease outbreak. Such measures include hand hygiene and basic cleaning and disinfection practices. Fresh clothing and boots should be worn by all boarders when going to the stable. A footbath at the entrance to the stable is also a great way to ensure no pathogens get dragged in. Horses that have been shipped long distances should be segregated for 14 days prior to entering the general population. While this current outbreak is active, it would be wise for other stables in the area to restrict their boarders from visiting other stables, as much as possible. At a minimum, fresh, clean, clothing and boots should be worn between stables.

EHV-1 vaccines marketed for prevention of respiratory disease may reduce viral shedding but are not protective against developing the neurological form of the disease in the vaccinated animal. This includes the vaccines used by the Milverton-Wellesley Veterinary Services, including Vetera Gold, Vetera 2XP, and Calvenza.

01/10/2023

Happy New Year!!
We hope everyone had a wonderfully holiday season!
We've been getting many requests for summer camp dates for 2023. I will have these done and posted in the next week or so. As always, registration will open first to families that have attended our programs last year, and then we will open remaining spots to everyone.
Thank you and we are looking forward to another wonderful year!

11/18/2022

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Hahaha we know it so well 😂
credits: Pinterest

07/24/2022

Hi Camp Families,
I have sent out the remaining emails for the rest of this summer. If you have not received an email, please double check to see if you sent in your registration forms. I have many campers on my weekly lists, with deposits marked as paid, but I have no paperwork for those campers. Please forward your forms asap.
Thanks!

07/07/2022

Camp families:
Please join our private FB page for all updates. Lists and times are all on there as well as the release form that needs to be signed.
Thank you!

02/28/2022

Camp Update!

All camp families: please join the private FB group for updates, checklists and forms to fill out!

New address is also the location of the camps.
936296 Blenheim Rd, Bright
9-4 full day
9-12:30 half day

Amazing! We are full for the 2022 camp season! Thank you!

Keep an eye out this coming year for PD Day camps and Winter Break Camps!

Week 1: July 4 - 8 *FULL*
Week 2: July 11 - 15 *FULL*
Week 3: July 18 - 22 *FULL*
Week 4: August 2 - 5 *FULL*
Week 5: August 8 - 12 *FULL*
Week 6: August 15 - 19 *FULL*
​Week 7: August 22 - 26 *FULL*

02/24/2022

As a few of you have heard, the last few days we've had complications with Dragon (one of our best school horses). It appears that he needs the sinus membrane removed as it is retaining bacteria and not allowing him to fully heal. OVC is able to do this for $2500. I'm not sure if we can raise this or not..... it's his only chance, otherwise we will have to euthanize him. I'm unfortunately totally out of funds due to his previous bills over the past 4 months battling this sinus issue.
Please let me know if anyone can help save this special guy.
Thanks again, A💔
The previous gofund me link: https://gofund.me/eca5c76a

01/26/2022

Summer Camp Dates will be released next week!

01/01/2022

Hope everyone has a great New Year! Programs are NOT running this weekend, they will resume Jan 3rd. Thanks!

06/09/2021

Hi Everyone!
We are getting absolutely swamped with inquiries for lessons and camps. We are working through emails and phone calls as fast as possible while trying to create a new schedule that won't overwhelm our school horses or coaches.
We ask for your patience and understanding. We know everyone is super excited to get out and do something again and we will do our best to get everyone into a program!
Thanks and see you soon!

03/11/2021

Camps are filling fast!!
Limited spaces available in Weeks 1, 3, 5, 6 & 7!
Make sure to get your registrations in ASAP!

02/21/2021

If you are not a member of this stable, please ensure you make an appointment so that you are properly screened for COVID as well as contact with other equestrian facilities. Thank-you for your understanding.

02/13/2021

Summer camp info coming! We are expanding our program this year!!

11/22/2020

Due to the Region moving into the RED ZONE on Monday, we are strictly by appointment only. We ask that you do not drop by the farm without booking a time. The best way to reach us is by email or text.

Thank-you for your understanding.

05/20/2020

We are accepting new students as of June 1st! This next week will be spent getting our regular students back in the routine, so please email any enquiries and we will find you a spot in our schedule!

We are also going to be offering our Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) and Equine Lead Self Discovery (ELSD) programs as of Mid June. These are non-riding programs, interacting with the horses from the ground!!
Now accepting students to our waiting list!!

Summer camps are also a go!!! Discount deadline will be extended to June 15th due to the shutdowns.

Can't wait to see everyone again!

04/08/2020

As of today, Run 2 You continues to remain closed due to Covid-19. At this time, we cannot predict when the state of emergency will be lifted, allowing us to return to business as usual. In the meantime, our school horses’ basic needs still must be met. The cost to feed and care for our horses is significant, and with no income, we are feeling the strain. This is an extremely difficult time for us, and we are asking for your help. Please consider making a donation to help support our school horses.


Option 1: Sponsor A School Horse

$150/month will provide feed and hay for one horse or pony
$50-$100/month will provide bedding, farrier and veterinary care for one horse or pony
$200 - $250/month will meet all of the needs of one horse or pony

Please tell us your name and the name of the horse or pony you would like to sponsor.


Option 2: Voluntary gift to Run 2 You Stables


Contributions in any amount would be greatly appreciated, and can be sent via e-transfer to [email protected]. Thank you very much for your support and we look forward to better days and seeing you back at the farm.

With every gift, please let us know which horse/pony you would like a picture of.

With love and thanks,

Run 2 You Stables

03/21/2020

Signs are posted at all entrances to the barn.
Limited entry at this time. If you have not been approved by Amanda, DO NOT ENTER.
Please abide by the rules!! These have been released by the government and highly suggested by EC & OE.
Thank you.
Here's hoping everyone stays safe and healthy and this passes quickly.

03/20/2020

Just a reminder that Saturday Club is cancelled until further notice.
Stay safe & healthy.

03/18/2020

We are closed to the public until further notice. Regular clients are still welcome and trusted to follow all safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Please watch this page for updates and contact us if you have any questions.
Thank-you.

03/17/2020

*All programs are running as normal*

Horseback riding by definition requires social distancing, which is recommended by health professionals to help limit the exposure to the COVID-19 virus.

As our last post stated, please ensure good personal hygiene (washing hands with soap and water), personal space of at least 6 feet, tack will be disinfected.
If you have travelled or been sick in the last week, please stay home for 14 days.

Please do not bring friends to visit the farm, only current clients should be at the barn during this time.

Thank you

03/14/2020

COVID-19

The health, safety and well-being of our clients is Run 2 You Stables’s top priority and we are following the lead of Canadian public health authorities at this important time. We are committed to providing a safe experience at R2U for all.

First and foremost, we want to assure our clients that we are taking all appropriate measures to ensure the strict standard of cleanliness and that we have existing plans and training protocols in place to ensure they stay that way.
We have implemented additional measures to ensure your safety as well as the safety of our team including:
• Hand-washing Station in the barn with antibacterial soap
• Disinfectant sprays/hand sanitizer will be available once stores stock them again
• All surfaces will be wiped down on regular basis
• We ask that people keep extra personal space, do not shake hands, etc.

If you have traveled recently or are in close contact with those that have traveled recently, we ask that you do not visit the barn for 14 days. Also, if you, or anyone you are in close contact with, has a fever, cough or otherwise feels unwell please do not visit the barn until all symptoms have cleared or 14 days have passed.
We do have immune compromised students/boarders so we need to be diligent in keeping our safe standards of cleanliness.

We plan on keeping all programs up and running as always.

Thank-you for your understanding and help in keeping the germs at bay!

”A barn is a sanctuary in an unsettled world, a sheltered place where life’s true priorities are clear. When you take a step back, it’s not just about horses – it’s about love, life & learning”

02/29/2020

Saturday Club is cancelled for this week due to the weather. Stay safe & warm!
See you next week 🙂