Blueberry Ridge Dressage

Blueberry Ridge Dressage Boarding, training, lessons, and sales located at the beautiful Silver Brook Stables in Uncasville, CT

Don't bother trying to become a professional, you don't come from money.Your silly little horsey job isn't a career.You ...
01/13/2025

Don't bother trying to become a professional, you don't come from money.

Your silly little horsey job isn't a career.

You didn't do the young riders or the U25, you missed the boat.

You're Crazy. (This one is probably true)

These are just a handful of things said to me over the years. There have been times that I started to believe these things, but every day I showed up anyway.

Well, my bronze and silver medals came in the mail today and reminded me that I get to make the "impossible" possible every day. I have students, clients, owners, coaches and sponsors who have all instead said "We believe in you," and got me here.

If this is what one year can bring, I can't wait to see where I am in 10. Thank you to my village that makes it possible. Gold here we come!

CWD - New England
EnviroEquine and Pet

Not a bad first season ☺️ Completed all my scores for my Bronze and Silver medals my first competition season- not somet...
10/22/2024

Not a bad first season ☺️

Completed all my scores for my Bronze and Silver medals my first competition season- not something you often see. So incredibly grateful for my owners and clients who made it possible, and Elizabeth Caron for coaching me through. Manifesting the gold medal next.

In the midst of the madness I also started MMA and have been so grateful to be around the people at Ascension Athletics. They push me forward as an athlete both mentally and physically. (Getting punched in the face makes riding around a sand box a lot less intimidating)

I give full credit to Mary Jo Zanolli for keeping my head on straight at home. Thank you for all you do at Rockland Farm.

And of course thank you to my sponsors CWD - Caroline Dakin: Connecticut, RI, Cape Cod & Springfield/Pittsfield for keeping my horses comfortable and to EnviroEquine and Pet for filling the gaps in my horses’ nutritional needs to keep them performing at their best.

Blueberry Ridge Dressage

Couple of boarding options at Rockland Farm in Colchester, CT. Extremely welcoming and supportive group of boarders from...
09/06/2024

Couple of boarding options at Rockland Farm in Colchester, CT. Extremely welcoming and supportive group of boarders from all disciplines and backgrounds. Possible opportunity to work off part of board for the right individual/s.

Full Board ($1000):
⭐️ All day turnout. Individual or group. During the summer months we promote overnight turnout to get out of the heat
⭐️ 12x12 matted stalls
⭐️ Hay fed 3-4x/day in slow feed nets to promote digestion
⭐️ ProElite grain fed 2x/day
⭐️ Hot/cold wash stall, grooming stall, and crossties throughout the aisles
⭐️ Direct access to thousands of acres of state forests and trail systems
⭐️ Indoor/outdoor arenas
⭐️ Rider lounge with full bathroom
⭐️ Large individual tack lockers
⭐️ Social Events and priority access to clinics with like-minded equestrians
⭐️USDF Silver Medalist on site. Custom training packages available. Opportunities to show if desired but never required 😊 Horse-first approach

Semi-Rough Board ($800):
⭐️ Access to all of the above and your own stall but horse will live out unless inclement weather/cold

Please text or email for more information. 860-398-1917 or [email protected]

Such a special stallion ✨ Every day I think I can’t love him any more and every day I do. I’ll never forget the first ti...
09/05/2024

Such a special stallion ✨ Every day I think I can’t love him any more and every day I do.

I’ll never forget the first time I sat on him was supposed to be a saddle fitting and I couldn’t be bothered to pay attention to the saddle😂 I was just giggling like a little kid

Fun weekend getting some miles in the ring with Pattaconk Farm’s Hidde at Mystic Valley Hunt Club, Inc.’s Dressage by th...
08/25/2024

Fun weekend getting some miles in the ring with Pattaconk Farm’s Hidde at Mystic Valley Hunt Club, Inc.’s Dressage by the Sea.

Had a lot of energy to manage day 1 but still managed to finish first 🥇 Day 2 we improved our score to 67%+ but definitely tired from the day before so lacking impulsion in some spots and finished 2nd.

Overall very happy with him and now we get to spend the winter improving and working on new things 😁 Always a big thank you to my owners, staff, clients, family, and the entire village who has made my first show season such a success.

Bronze Medal ✅
Silver Medal ✅

Qualified for Regionals:
-Training✅
-4th✅
-PSG ✅

08/22/2024

Of course plenty of room for improvement, but here is our first day playing with the hard stuff again. So proud of him 🥺

Kirsten came to her lunge lesson looking very professional today. She has been diligently working on her seat with Sandr...
08/07/2024

Kirsten came to her lunge lesson looking very professional today. She has been diligently working on her seat with Sandro🤓

Quiet moments in the barn
08/04/2024

Quiet moments in the barn

08/01/2024

A little clip from Minne and I’s 4-3 test at HITS from earlier in the year. We have since qualified for Regionals at PSG as well with scores of 66%+ and 67%+. Blessed to be trusted with such a beautiful and talented stallion

Rockland Farm/ Blueberry Ridge Dressage has stalls available in Colchester, CT. Extremely welcoming and supportive group...
07/31/2024

Rockland Farm/ Blueberry Ridge Dressage has stalls available in Colchester, CT. Extremely welcoming and supportive group of boarders from all disciplines and backgrounds. Possible opportunity to work off part of board for the right individual/s.

Full Board Includes:
⭐️ All day turnout. Individual or group. During the summer months we promote overnight turnout to get out of the heat
⭐️ 12x12 matted stalls
⭐️ Hay fed 3-4x/day in slow feed nets to promote digestion
⭐️ ProElite grain fed 2x/day
⭐️ Hot/cold wash stall, grooming stall, and crossties throughout the aisles
⭐️ Direct access to thousands of acres of state forests and trail systems
⭐️ Indoor/outdoor arenas
⭐️ Rider lounge with full bathroom
⭐️ Large individual tack lockers
⭐️ Social Events and priority access to clinics with like-minded equestrians
⭐️USDF Silver Medalist on site. Custom training packages available. Opportunities to show if desired but never required 😊 Very limited availability for lessons on schoolmasters. Our lunge lessons are a favorite.

We also have a few beginner lesson spots available Monday and Friday with Carabelle Equine, and an upcoming homeschool program.

Please text or email for more information. 860-398-1917 or [email protected]

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Thank you everyone for a successful Ladies Night! We had more food than we knew what to do with. The community we are bu...
07/20/2024

Thank you everyone for a successful Ladies Night! We had more food than we knew what to do with. The community we are building is so encouraging of one another and it’s a beautiful thing to see.

We learned about the training scale and how we use it in our daily rides. Everyone had the opportunity to ask questions about things they struggle with and hear feedback on exercises that may be beneficial to try at home. We ended the evening with an exercise on the ground to help improve everyone’s feel of what an elastic contact feels like.

Special thank you to Mary Jo Zanolli for organizing this evening. We are so glad to have you on board ❤️

Trotting into the weekend 😍 Love these boys
06/01/2024

Trotting into the weekend 😍 Love these boys

06/01/2024

Lots of fun opportunities at the farm!

💎Training/consignment/or basic board available
💎Lesson openings
💎Variety of sale and lease options available from beginner safe trail horse to FEI schoolmasters
💎Opportunities to show
💎Upcoming clinics scheduled with Kristen Whittaker (Western Dressage) and Dave Thind (biomechanics expert and Feldenkreis practitioner)

Please send us a PM for more information :)

In the span of two shows my bronze medal scores are done, we are qualified for 4th level regionals, and therefore halfwa...
05/12/2024

In the span of two shows my bronze medal scores are done, we are qualified for 4th level regionals, and therefore halfway to my silver medal scores!

As always, beyond grateful for the opportunity to work with and show these horses. Learned a ton being at a larger venue this weekend. Thank you Elizabeth Caron for coaching and being my rock. On to the next 💪

Naturally had to rep my CWD jacket from CWD - Caroline Dakin: Connecticut, RI, Cape Cod & Springfield/Pittsfield

Staff appreciation post because you guys are my rock and I couldn’t do any of this without you ❤️ It takes such a weight...
05/09/2024

Staff appreciation post because you guys are my rock and I couldn’t do any of this without you ❤️ It takes such a weight off my shoulders to know I have dependable people at home when I’m away teaching or showing. Thank you all for being flexible while our program has gone through a pretty massive change.

Brian- Rockland isn’t Rockland without you there. Always so willing to go above and beyond not just for me but for clients as well. Anything I ask is met with, “Absolutely, you got it.” There is not a horse who goes without extra snuggles when you’re here.

Erica- Thank you for always keeping me informed of anything new happening in the barn. You’ve played an integral role in the switch and been more than willing to take on any jobs necessary. Your late nights have not gone unnoticed (or unappreciated).

Allegra Kimball (aka Mom)- This transition would have been absolutely impossible without you temporarily taking over as the acting manager. Your organization skills and attention to detail are unmatched. I wish I could keep you forever, but for now I will happily still hold you hostage on Sundays 😉❤️

Jessica Raffone- My “day off” would not exist without you. I never have to worry that the horses aren’t in great hands if I decide I actually want a day to sleep. My sanity thanks you a million times over 🙏

Yvette Gregoire- My wonderful groom. I think all of my boots would have fallen apart by now without you insisting on taking such great care of them😂 So proud of you and Seraphina for all the hard work you’ve put in.

Mary Jo Zanolli- in the few short weeks we’ve had you the kiddos all love you and your teaching style! I would not be able to expand the lesson program or travel as much this season without you on the team. Excited to watch you grow here❤️

I’ve tried doing everything myself… and I can confirm it definitely does not work! It was a hard pill for me to swallow to accept I can’t do this alone. I grew up as a working student and worked my way through the trenches of the industry for so many years of my life that it has been very strange to let people do things for me. You all are the best!

Spa day for miss Wibke 🧼
05/07/2024

Spa day for miss Wibke 🧼

Address

486 Fitch Hill Rd
Uncasville, CT
06382

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+18603981917

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Starting to play with passage ✨
Starting to play with passage ✨

Of course plenty of room for improvement, but here is our first day playing with the hard stuff again. So proud of him 🥺

A little clip from Minne and I’s 4-3 test at HITS from earlier in the year. We have since qualified for Regionals at PSG as well with scores of 66%+ and 67%+. Blessed to be trusted with such a beautiful and talented stallion

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