Touchstone Farm

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day! Hope your day is spent surrounded by those you love ❤️ But if you need to borrow one of our loves, they're happy to offer higs and kisses too.
Much love to my husband, who didn't even bat an eye when I said I wanted to put heart stickers on their noses and appreciation for our neighbours who never ask what Im doing, lol.

02/12/2025

It's been a weird couple of days. A trip to the ER, pony jail break, and now we're prepping for another major storm. So if you've messaged and I haven't responded, please know I'm getting there ;) Honestly, it's been chaotic. At the moment, Sadie has the right idea. She's hugging her emotional support macaron, and Im a little envious ♡

02/09/2025

On today's edition of Sunday Snoot Boops...this snoot! Anyone recognize this one? Its very boop-able, smells minty often, and really likes dinner!

02/07/2025

Camp registration is OPEN!
We have a few spots on Week 4 and Week 6 remaining. The amazing thing is we have so many campers return each year, and it's amazing to get to watch them grow...but it doesn't always leave a lot of room. The good news is there is still some space for this summer though! Shoot me a message for an application, we're looking forward to meeting you!

02/07/2025

Update: Camp registration opens up to the public tomorrow. We've been blessed to have so many of our campers come back year after year, even as groups returning together. We only have a handful of spots in Week 4, Week 5 and Week 6 remaining open. If you're interested in having your child come to camp please reach out. We offer small sessions, personalized attention, wonderful horses, good friends and the best memories. Spots will fill quickly. I am happy to send out applications so you can be quick to return them for tomorrow.

02/06/2025

Camp registration opens up to the public tomorrow. We've been blessed to have so many of our campers come back year after year, even as groups returning together. We only have a handful of spots in Week 4 and Week 6 remaining open. If you're interested in having your child come to camp please reach out. We offer small sessions, personalized attention, wonderful horses, good friends and the best memories. Spots will fill quickly. I am happy to send out applications so you can be quick to return them for tomorrow.

02/06/2025

This snoot misses his kids. So, while we prep for summer camp and lessons and gearing up for spring...we take our off-season very seriously. Not a neck goes unpatted, a mint is never missed, and nose is never left unkissed. So, for now, Derf has to put up with me. But if i do it right, the mints make his breath smell much nicer BEFORE I smooch his nose ❤️

02/04/2025

Warmer weather is coming...so don't miss out on camp! We run a small custom program with small sessions and the ability to support our riders at every level. Registration opens to the public on Friday morning, but our returning clients get a chance to register first. With over 60% returning each summer, it doesn't leave a lot of space leftover. If you'd like a registration form in advance to check over, don't hesitate to message and I'm happy to send one.

02/03/2025

Who recognizes these? We're prepping for Summer Camp, and I want to make sure we've got all the best supplies, so I start early! Registration opens to the public on Friday, and we've already got limited availability for a couple of sessions. I love the fact that we have so many returning campers ❤️

02/03/2025

New extra warm blankets arrived for our oldies. Not sure either one has ever had a neck piece before, but they sure are liking them! I won't share how much we've spent on new blankets this year; between the long stretch of cold, Jane growing, blanket destruction that happens normally, it's been an expensive winter. I'm always grateful for sales that help us manage winter costs at least a little bit.

02/01/2025

Looking for a party option in the next few months? Something to entertain the kids, make some amazing memories, and give them something to talk about at school? We have a great solution...POCKET PET PARTIES. We'll bring a hand picked selection of our smaller critters to your party for an hour. We'll have guided interactions, learn about each animal, pet and hold each one. We're local to the Woodstock area, but can travel to you with the critters. Bookings are limited for this fun party option! Send us a message to book.

Travelling Farm, available for parties, events, social visits, etc.

01/29/2025

A friend very eloquently wrote this. We are blessed to be able to share, but only because of the hard work and sacrifice we make every single day ❤️

We see division and polarization everyday, it has become the norm. We need spaces to have honest passionate conflicted conversations that move us forward in healing the disconnect in our society. The following recap shows what can be accomplished when we express ourselves, stay true to our values and stand up for our beliefs. We can use 'Follow the science ' to a point, but all data can be used to justify agendas when it suits. And data is only as good for as long as the moment in time , in the context it was taken, remains.

"Think of a therapeutic farm like a car. When you look at a car, you see the wheels, the body, the seats – the visible parts. But what makes the car run isn't just what you see. There’s an engine, a transmission, brake systems, electrical wiring, and countless other components hidden beneath the hood or under the chassis.

Now, if someone wants to just 'rent' the wheels because they only see and want to use that part, they might think, 'Why should I pay for the whole car when I'm only using the wheels?' But here's the thing – without the engine, the car won't move; without the brakes, it's not safe; without the wiring, it won't even start.

Similarly, at the farm, the event you're attending might only use the garden or the animals, but there are so many unseen costs and efforts involved - like maintenance of the grounds, care for the animals year-round, staff salaries, utilities, and much more. Just like you can't drive a car with just the wheels, you can't have a functioning, therapeutic farm without all these behind-the-scenes elements. The price of attending an event includes not just what you see, but all the essential parts that keep the farm running smoothly and effectively, so you get the real lived experience."

01/26/2025

We are ready! Bring on the campers! Today until 2pm we're at the Stratford Country Club with some amazing groups offering warm weather activities for your family! Thank you .stratford for hosting!

01/25/2025

Tomorrow! Come visit us and some other FABULOUS organizations offering spring/summer programming this year! There are going to be lots of activities at the event for the kids, lots of opportunities to learn about options. We are so excited to participate in this! We've got our new display to set up, new promo stuff to showcase and a cute little take home in the goodie bags too!
Brenna and I will be there from start to finish, so come visit!

01/25/2025

Today we said goodbye to one of our family. She toured the farm with us, met campers, drooled over the ducks, and was a wonderful ambassador for us...but it was time. She had a magical summer, relaxing fall, and a cozy winter even with snowballs and icicles. We have loved her for over 12 years and will miss her for many more than that. Godspeed Keeley, you were one of the best doggos in history ❤️

01/24/2025

Summer Camp info has been sent out to families from last year, and applications for new families are open Feb 7th. I am THRILLED to answer any questions about how we run our sessions, but here's the highlights of what makes us different:
1. We run small sessions, only 6 each week so we can focus on each camper individually.
2. We meet each camper where they are at every level.
3. Our horses are spectacular and accepting of everyone.
4. Our EAL (Equine Assisted Learning) foundations provide an additional resource in supporting and empowering campers.
5. We focus on making the best memories and making sure campers bring home mementos to keep them alive year round.
Campers must be 6 years old at the start of their chosen session. Spots fill quickly. Please message to inquire, I look forward to hearing from you!