Morgan Creek Equestrian Centre Ltd.

28/07/2024

28/07/2024

June & July horsey fun !

10/06/2024

Since Nora’s favourite trick is to clear our fencing, Anna Humphris decided to try her over a couple poles and jumps. Turns out she can and loves to show off her skill. Perhaps this is her super power 🤔

09/06/2024

June mornings. Wish I could hit pause and make this month last forever !

29/05/2024

Starla week 3 training (May 26). All sessions begin with good morning kisses for mom and baby. Note how she is now fitting just under Anna’s armpit. Growing in height and spice each week.

29/05/2024

Starla week 2 training (May 19). Nora and Lizette getting their weekly training ride again after taking a month off.

19/05/2024

Starla began her halter training last Sunday with Anna Humphris. We are always amazed by Anna’s skills. In this case, it was rodeo Queen! Starla eventually gave up being silly and acting like a reindeer in flight and off we went to the arena for some lead line practice. Stayed tuned for more exciting foal fun adventures and watch her grow each week!

11/05/2024

Friday night rides are shaping up to be a thing ! Siena even harrowed the arena first 😉

09/05/2024

May evenings are simply magical. Trees have finally filled out and everything is turning green. So peaceful to roam around and feed in the sunshine. As it was Nora’s birthday week, thought everyone should get a flake of alfalfa to celebrate. No one objected 😉

29/04/2024

Starla enjoying her scratches. Thrilled these two are finally home. It was a stressful experience sending Penny to foal out. Not everyone appreciates the importance of quality nutrition. With Jack Bennett retiring at Road’s End Farm, our options locally were limited. Happy they are home and being properly fed and loved. Next time, we will do it ourselves !

13/04/2024

Our long awaited foal has arrived!

A beautiful Blame it On Anna filly by Not Bourbon. Flying Horse Farm

Starla (or maybe Ruby) is our first homebred foal ❤️ The kids are currently arguing over her stable name 😁

01/04/2024

Lovely Easter weekend on the farm. We had riding lessons, celebrated the Three Amigos turning 4, grazed the goats in the sunshine and watched the horses pick at grass popping up. Also had dinner with the family. The chorus of frogs at night was a symphony 🐸. Happy Easter to all !

09/03/2024

To all the strong women working in the equestrian industry, Happy International Women’s Day!

25/02/2024

Our first Pony Club Quiz ! What a blast. Great day of fun and learning for all. Congrats to our fellow team members from the Boundary Bay chapter 🥳🏅

01/01/2024

Wishing everyone new adventures and successes. Cheers to a healthy and happy 2024!

28/11/2023

So true ! I also go in public like this, because an hour at the barn is usually more like 3 😉

12/10/2023

Update 🚩Stella has found an amazing home in Victoria. Her new owner plans to further her training with the hopes of eventing in future. Wishing the new pair many fun filled adventures. Happy trails my friend.❤️

Stella (SK Stella Sparkle) is a 2018 registered Purebred Arabian, standing at 15hh. She has been in a professional training program for over a year and can W/T/C. Suitable for a confident intermediate rider. She has a super sweet temperament and is healthy and sound. Stella can be turned out with mares or geldings and is confident leaving the herd for a ride. She enjoys both arena work and trails. Stella stands politely for the farrier and is UTD on worming, teeth & trims. No vices. Take this gorgeous mare in any direction. She will be an amazing life long companion and riding partner. Stella is located in South Surrey, BC. PM for more details.

08/10/2023

Don’t just count your Blessings, Share them ! Grateful today for all that I have.

From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.

04/10/2023

100% truth ! I’ve said it a million times, the barn is my sanctuary. That is why we are so selective in who gets to be part of it. It’s also better than any gym membership or therapist 😉

19/08/2023

Thank you to Shayla Northey from Sunland Acres Equestrian for taking the kids on a fabulous trail ride today. Their smiles are proof of a great time. Summer is now complete, having had both a successful beach and trail ride. Lucky students 🐎. Julz Balenzano

13/08/2023

No better feeling than watching the sun rise while doing morning feed. Simply magical. Also delighted at the new paddocks and sand walk ways. Thank you Peden Industries for grading our property and making it dry year round. Construction wraps up this week once all the new Rainforest Sheds go up. Can’t wait……stay tuned for those photos end of this week. We decided to train early this morning to beat the heat. We are so fortunate to have Anna Humphris work with our girls (and us) on a weekly basis. Happy Sunday and stay cool everyone!

23/07/2023

After dabbling in the racing industry since 2020, we finally got our win. We listened to dad and made the call that changed our lives. Thank you to Robert Vanoverschot and Lyssa MacPherson and the great staff at the Vanoverschot stables. And a big thank you to Brian Boodramsingh for being our pilot. Had to wait for dad to get out of hospital again to share our news and play the race for him. His response was “about time” followed by a tearful big smile. One check on our bucket list. Sorry mom, the nefarious affliction continues. Now if we can only get dad to the next race in person…… 😉 🏇🏿🥇🦽Julz Balenzano

03/07/2023

Took Nora and Connie to the beach for Canada Day 🇨🇦 and met up with coach Shayla Northey and other fab students from Sunland Acres Equestrian. What an incredible experience for all of us! Julz Balenzano Nick Balenzano Susanna Calendino

23/06/2023

Just realized that I haven’t introduced the latest member in our barn - welcoming Teddy ! Teddy is a 3 yr old liver chestnut TB gelding. He’s super sweet and enjoys our love and attention.

23/06/2023

Just a few highlights found in my camera roll from the last month. This is what happens when kids ask to use my phone. Love the selfies and ground level pics !

07/06/2023

We share our tranquil farm with a herd of beautiful Nigerian dwarf and Alpine goats. Aside from being natural lawn mowers, our goats offer companionship and therapy to our many visitors. You can follow their adventures and magical moments on Instagram @ avadaleacres. Too many pics to re-post so have a peek yourself! Some of the kids will be for sale when they are 8 weeks old. Please message Su for more details and to arrange a visit.

09/05/2023

Love the month of May ! Trees and fields fill out once again. Days get warmer and evenings get longer. Which means more time spent with our treasured herds. The nursery has 6 new kids (3 doelings & 3 bucklings) kicking up their heels. My favourite time of year.

03/05/2023

This is my husband 🤣 Nick Balenzano