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Willow Wind Horsemanship

Having this strong foundation helps to create a balance to all aspects of his work with horses and mules.
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HORSE TRAINING - Mike has had the honor and privilege to apprentice under and work with some amazing horse trainers and has since developed his approach to training by recognizing the importance of creating a strong mental and physical foundation for the horse to build on. This approach has garnered his reputation in the community as a go to trainer for those untouched horses, those needing refres

hers or even from others in the horse community calling for help with horse problems. HORSE RIDING LESSONS – Currently Full - Whether you have serious ambitions in barrel racing, want to learn pleasure trail riding, need help in identifying an issue you may have riding and looking to improve or simply just have a love of horses, taking lessons is a fun and healthy activity and we will ensure you get off on the right hoof…..ummm foot. ;)

HORSE BOARDING – We offer premium pasture boarding with access/use of 120 x 200 outdoor riding arena, 50 x 100 indoor riding arena, round pen, tack room and BBQ / Picnic area.
24/7 access to your horse with the separate entrance while boarding here.

03/31/2024

Wishing everyone a Blessed and Happy Easter!

03/12/2024

Say howdy to "Howdy"
We took a 15 hr. trip to Texas to see the amazing Katie Moore and Craig Moore with Moore Horsemanship and to pick up this fantastic BLM Mustang they named "Howdy". He has been off the range for just a very short time but the starting foundation that Katie and Craig have put on him is incredible! True professionals!
Howdy is acclimating here nicely and is SUCH a cool dude. I cant wait to start working with him and to continue to progress on the high bar Craig and Katie have set.

03/04/2024

We are headed to this ranch this weekend, March 9 if anyone in N Alabama is seriously looking at this guy!

Bubba is still looking for his next trainer!!

4 year old gelding from Little Colorado. Has 5 rides and got his first soapy bath yesterday! He’s well made and has a very stoic personality. A little over 14.2hh. Eligible for both Mustang Champions competitions this year!

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11/10/2023

Cataloochee NC
Great Smoky Mountains
2012
"If you don't believe in God, you've obviously never been to the Great Smoky Mountains!"

09/13/2023

08/30/2023

Rushing your horse only creates resentment. Take your time and before you know it, you will realize that you're ahead of the game!

05/05/2023

Matching Steps...
Martin Black and Dr. Steve Peters were talking to a group of us about the importance of working with c**ts within their comfort bubble and then expanding that bubble. Basic understanding and empathy for where they currently are mentally. This c**t Emma B. is riding is venturing outside the round pen for the first time. I rode next to him on Pepper and tried to get Pepper to match his steps. The combination of this, Emma B. keeping him on a loose halter lead and her confidence made this a drama free experience for him.
Don't coddle your horses. Don't babysit your horses through new or scary situations. Contrary, respect and empathize with their comfort bubble and then give them opportunities to sort it out on their own. At that point you can begin to move them outside of their comfort bubble within a fairly short period of time. Make it a positive experience and do it with confidence. These things in turn will give your horse confidence.
Getting you horse to just "suck it up" is failing the horse. Remember, its our job as a teacher to give the horse a chance to get the right answer. Sometimes you need to get creative.

04/30/2023

All of these ladies and their horses did outstanding Saturday, representing WillowWind!
2 shows and wide open from 8 am to 10pm. Thanks Glowing C and True Grit Cowboy Church!

04/09/2023

Happy Easter!

04/07/2023

First time for a first ride!
Emma B. has been waiting to put the first ride on this 2yr old's ("Rambo") back for a long time! In the meantime, Emma has been working with me and building her skills. This just proves that good groundwork and patience pays off!

Rambo's first ride and Emma B's first, first ride.
Trust me... its harder than it looks. :) Well done!!!

03/19/2023

What in the wide wide world of Sports is going on at my barn when I'm not watching??
This is what happens when you give a barrel racer a rope!🤪

03/10/2023

Morning Feeding.

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03/09/2023

03/04/2023

0 Likes, 0 Comments - WillowWind Farm () on Instagram: "Week Horse camping/riding in Smoky mountains national park Cataloochee NC. with my good friend M..."

03/03/2023

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02/25/2023

With my good friend, the great Chuck Sowles

02/25/2023

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02/25/2023

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02/25/2023

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02/25/2023

0 Likes, 0 Comments - WillowWind Farm () on Instagram: "Foundation building. Helping the horse learn to control anxiety and gain confidence!"

12/24/2022

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! May your day be filled with love, laughter and joy and may you feel the magic of the season!

11/11/2022

From all From all of us at Willow Wind Farm, we thank each and every one you that has served or is currently serving. This day is for you! Happy Veteran's Day!

07/04/2022

Wishing you a safe and Happy 4th of July!

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Videos

Horses and geese enjoying a welcome summer rain in the middle of a heat wave. #farmlife #horsesofinstagram #geese #summerrain

Flight Training First flight attempt. Mostly good! 1 needs to work on its lift off! 😀 #farmlife #babygeese #geeseofinstagram

And just like that... theyre all grown! 2 will come back next year to lay eggs, again and start the cycle all over. #gosslingstogeese

Understanding each other

Baby's first day away from mama. Canadian geese and gosslings.

Good morning sights and sounds on the farm.

Not a blooper reel. :) Part of the life of a trainer. This GINORMOUS mule getting used to a mountaing block. First time with a saddle and someone over her head. With horses, you tend to know what's going to happen before what happened happens. :) Mules, not so easy. She turned out great, btw. "SweetPea", the mule!

First time for a first ride! Emma B. has been waiting to put the first ride on this 2yr old's ("Rambo") back for a long time! In the meantime, Emma has been working with me and building her skills. This just proves that good groundwork and patience pays off! Rambo's first ride and Emma B's first, first ride. Trust me... its harder than it looks. :) Well done!!!