Brookhill Farm Inc.

01/24/2025

During Phase Three, we will develop Actions to implement the Comprehensive Plan. (Actions are how we achieve the Plan's Objectives, including capital projects, programs, code updates, policies, and plans.) The Plan chapters are shown below. Green buttons are clickable,

01/21/2025

Camps filled with joy, learning, and lots of riding! Secure a spot for your child in the saddle this summer. 🏇

01/10/2025

Now is the time to mark your calendars for our Brookhill Farm Horse Shows 2025:
Sunday, April 6
Sunday, June 8,
Sunday, July 13,
Sunday, August 17,
Sunday, September 28

01/10/2025

01/10/2025

FUN FACT FRIDAY!

Are you familiar with the many adaptations that help your horse stay warm during the cold winter months?

🌾 Hindgut digestion of hay produces the most heat, acting as a small furnace inside of the horse. This is why free choice; good quality hay is so important in the winter.

💪 Horses have a huge muscle mass and muscle activity produces heat. This includes running and playing and even shivering if their body temperature starts to drop. It is important to remember that these activities also will result in a bigger caloric demand so free choice hay and in some cases, grain, is often needed.

🧥 To blanket or not to blanket is a constant debate but either way, as it starts to get cold your horse will grow a thicker coat. If you decide to leave your horse unblanketed you may notice that they look “fluffy”. This is due to a phenomenon called piloerection where the hair stands up to better trap air within. Two layers of the coat also help with warmth. The inner layer is softer and has air pockets to create an insulating layer. The outer layer is coarse and has oils that keep moisture from penetrating the insulating layer and keep the horse warm.

⚖️ Wild horses go into the winter heavier than ideal, and the fat serves as an extra layer of insulation. However, if a horse is going to be kept heavily blanketed and in a barn during the cold weather months this is unnecessary and can lead to obesity related issues.

🦵Their distal limbs (below the knees and hocks) are made of mostly bones and tendons, tissues that are resistant to the cold temperatures.

🦶The hooves have an alternative route of blood circulation through larger vessels that can be used in low temperatures. This is why horses can stand in snow without detrimental effects.

👃A horse’s nose has a robust blood supply and is rounded so that it is less susceptible to frostbite than a human’s nose.
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Courtesy of the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

01/09/2025

Summer Fun Is Calling - Will You Answer? ☎️🌈 Brookhill Farm has only 6 spots available for an unforgettable horse-centric summer camp experience. Make this summer one your child will remember forever. Act quickly and reserve your child's adventure! https://brookhillfarminc.com/

01/08/2025

BHF Winter Wonderland

01/08/2025

A great day for a lesson!

01/03/2025

Saddle Up for Summer Adventures! ⏱️ Hurry, only 6 spots are available for a summer filled with horses, learning, and laughter! Secure your child's spot at Brookhill Farm 2025 Summer Camps. Build memories that will last a lifetime! Inquire Today: (434) 906-3489 | [email protected].

01/01/2025

Cheers to a brand new year! Wishing you happiness, success, and endless possibilities in the coming year! ✨

12/25/2024

May your days be merry and bright! Wishing you a joyous holiday season!✨

12/19/2024

Your horse, our passion. Give your beloved equine the best-in-class boarding experience.

12/13/2024

Learn about horse activities, scenic trails, and exciting camps for everyone. Come visit Brookhill Farm – where the fun never stops!

12/02/2024

At Brookhill Farm, saddle up for a journey into the world of horseback riding! Our horseback riding lessons are for all ages! Horseback riding has many benefits for young children such as an increase in their confidence, discipline, and increased focus for school while also building fitness. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule a lesson!