Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm

08/01/2024

Registration Is Now Open for the September and October 2024 Barn Buddies Sessions at the Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm.

If you have children in your life ages 4-6, our Barn Buddies program is a great way for them to experience and learn about horses for the first time over the course of four Saturday mornings.

For more information including the dates, times and cost, visit our Equestrian Center’s Barn Buddies web page: https://www.beverlyfarm.org/barn-buddies-landing-page/

If you have questions, call or email the Equestrian Center at 618-466-0367 x 787 or [email protected].

07/30/2024

Registration for our September and October 2024 Barn Buddies Sessions here at the Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm begins this Thursday, August 1st, 2024.

If you have children in your life ages 4-6, our Barn Buddies program is a great way for them to experience and learn about horses for the first time over the course of four Saturday mornings.

For more information including the dates, times and cost, visit our Equestrian Center’s Barn Buddies web page: https://www.beverlyfarm.org/barn-buddies-landing-page/

If you have questions, call or email the Equestrian Center at 618-466-0367 x 787 or [email protected].

07/25/2024

A small stab in the heart is what you feel when you put up the day's riding list and you see riders sinking heavily in their shoulders when reading which horse they are assigned for the lesson. A small stab in the heart for that horse that for an hour will carry around a rider who has already decided that he does not like his horse. A small stab in the heart for the horse that did not choose the rider himself but still does his best, lesson after lesson.

Riding is a privilege and something you have chosen to do. If you chose to ride at a riding school, your instructor assumes that you actually want to learn how to ride. The instructor's highest wish is that you get good at it.

Often there is a plan and a thought as to why you are assigned to that exact horse. Before you mount up next time, ask yourself "what can this horse teach me today?" All horses have something to give, a feeling or a new tool in the box.

The art is actually in being able to get a lazy horse to move forward, to get an uncertain horse to gain confidence, a naughty horse to focus or a tense horse to be released. It takes work. If you think a horse is boring, it's more likely that you don't ride the horse as well as you think! It's not easy to be confronted with your own shortcomings, but it is in that very situation that you get the chance to truly grow as a rider.

The excuse that "it's not my kind of horse" is actually a really bad excuse. A good rider can ride any kind of horse. A good rider has trained many hours on different types of horses to become a good rider. A good rider can find and manage the gold nuggets in every horse.

If we absolutely want to ride, it is our duty to strive to do it as best as possible, even if it's only for fun. We owe it to every horse that carries us upon it's back.

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06/15/2024

First week of camp 2024 is in the books! Lovely weather. Lots of fun. Great memories!

05/17/2024

First Special Olympic practice for 2024! We had a blast and definitely got off on the right “hoof” to keep us “on track” for a stellar season.

05/08/2024

A few photos from our April Barn Buddies program. Trying out ba****ck. Around the World. Backwards.

04/23/2024

The first six-week session of our Youth Equine Program was a big hit with the children from the Boys & Girls Club of ALton, IL who signed up and spent six Thursday afternoons after school with us horseback riding and learning more about horses and the different aspects of riding and equestrian sports.

This has been a great collaboration with the Boys & Girls Club of Alton and we're looking forward to hosting another six-week session this fall. Partial funding for this Therapeutic Equine Program Supporting Youth was received by Beverly Farm Foundation from Dana Brown Charitable Trust.

04/12/2024

Group Home 3 Supporting!

03/18/2024

Get your kids ready to gallop into an exciting summer with our 2024 Summer Riding Camps at the Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm! Registration is now open!!

Give the young horse lovers in your life, ages six and up, the opportunity to create cherished memories and hone their equestrian skills this summer.

Discover the perfect blend of fun and learning with our diverse range of camps tailored to different skill levels and abilities. There's something for everyone!

For descriptions of our camps, including dates, times, and costs, and to register, trot over to our Equestrian Center’s Summer Riding Camps web page: https://tinyurl.com/53rt7k6h

Have questions? Reach out to our friendly team at the Equestrian Center by calling 618-466-0367 ext. 787 or emailing [email protected].

03/01/2024

Registration Is Now Open for the April and May 2024 Barn Buddies Sessions at the Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm.

If you have children in your life ages 4-6, our Barn Buddies program is a great way for them to experience and learn about horses for the first time over the course of four Saturday mornings.

For more information including the dates, times and cost, visit our Equestrian Center’s Barn Buddies web page: https://www.beverlyfarm.org/barn-buddies-landing-page/

If you have questions, call or email the Equestrian Center at 618-466-0367 x 787 or [email protected].

01/09/2024

Beverly Farm Foundation and the Boys & Girls Club of ALton, IL will be collaborating on a new youth equine program this spring.

This new Therapeutic Equine Program Supporting Youth will be offered through the Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm located on the nonprofit’s 200-acre campus in Godfrey, IL. Partial funding for this Therapeutic Equine Program Supporting Youth was received by Beverly Farm Foundation from the Dana Brown Charitable Trust.

To learn more, read our news release about this youth equine program: http://tinyurl.com/tav9kv8j

01/01/2024

Wishing you nothing but health, wealth, and endless blessings in the New Year ahead.

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas from the Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm! Thank you to our boarders, residents, clients, and community for a wonderful year. We’re looking forward to 2024!

12/14/2023

The Shoppes at Beverly Farm is holding a one day only $5.00 Red Bag Sale this Friday, December 15, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pick up a red bag at the register. Fill it with as many Christmas items as you can fit in that red bag and pay just $5.00.

6301 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL 62035 | 618.466.1187

12/08/2023

Celebration dinner honoring the hard work of our Special Olympic Equestrian athletes this season. They always show up with smiles on their faces and ready to support each other! Merry Christmas everyone!!🐴🎄🎉

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing you a harvest of blessings, good health and good times.

11/22/2023

From a lesson mom… 💗 Inspired by a lesson a few weeks ago.

11/11/2023

On Veterans Day, we honor and celebrate all the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your sacrifice, your bravery, and the example you set for us all.

10/30/2023

Devinwood Horse Show just wouldn’t be the same with out the costume class at their Halloween show. Helped make our kids first horse show experience extra fun! Appreciate all the effort from kids, adults, parents and staff for making this possible. Thanks for braving the cold temperatures and winds. Horses and riders did excellent job in spite of a 40 temperature drop to have a successful show outing.

10/30/2023

Special Olympic Horse Show at Devinwood. Rain held off and other than cold temperatures we had a fabulous time. Everyone enjoyed themselves and cheered each other on. Thanks to all staff and volunteers that helped make this possible! Thanks Michelle for hosting us at your lovely venue!

09/27/2023

East Meets West Tack Shop at Beverly Farm is a full-service tack store to meet all of your equine needs! We carry english and western tack, horse care, grooming supplies, supplements, apparel, etc. We are located in Godfrey, Illinois, USA.

07/19/2023

07/13/2023

The Shoppes at Beverly Farm is holding a Christmas in July Sale for two days only, tomorrow, Friday, July 14th, and Saturday, July 15th!

Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this year. All Christmas related items will be specially priced!

Special Appearance by Santa Claus on Friday, July 14th from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Santa will be taking time off from his summer vacation to visit The Shoppes for a meet and greet. Stop by and visit with Santa. Cool off with a FREE popsicle, and while you are here check out everything that’s on sale!

6301 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL 62035 | 618.466.1187 | Open Mon-Sat, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

07/06/2023

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

The Shoppes at Beverly Farm is holding a Christmas in July Sale for two days only next Friday, July 14th and next Saturday, July 15th!

Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this year. All Christmas related items will be specially priced!

Special Appearance by Santa Claus on Friday, July 14th from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Santa will be taking time off from his summer vacation to visit The Shoppes for a meet and great. Stop by and visit with Santa. Cool off with a FREE popsicle, and while you are here check out everything on that’s on sale!

6301 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL 62035 | 618.466.1187 | Open Mon-Sat, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

05/23/2023

04/24/2023

YOU'RE INVITED!!

Join us to celebrate the retirement of life-long therapy and lesson horses Red Rock, Junior, and Ebony! THIS SATURDAY, April 29th at noon. The Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm.

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL!

04/08/2023

Barn buddies April 2023 is off to an amazing start. Some new faces and some returning ones too! We love to share our passion for our horses with all people of all ages.

03/19/2023

Huge “Thank you” to Vince, new minister, from Requiem Church in Alton and all the Nashville volunteers that helped out at the Shoppes Friday and Saturday. They got a lot done and it shows. Looking forward to growing our friendship.

02/14/2023

Happy Valentine's Day!

From our home to yours, Happy Valentine's Day!

02/12/2023

Thank your lesson horse

In this industry, we all too often see the average lesson horse viewed as lesser than or below other horses. Yet, they have the hardest job of any horse.

They do not complain when an unbalanced first time rider mounts for their lesson. They are a calming force for the most timid of riders, promising safety and security. They are patient and kind, allowing riders to grow and evolve in a safe space without fear of making mistakes.

They take the brunt of your “bad day” emotions, without complaint, even though the negative emotions should not be taken out on them in the first place. They would have every right to not perform or act out, yet they are gracious enough to be a shoulder to cry on.

They have the remarkable ability to sense your insecurities and needs, and provide you with the exact ride you need for the day. To teach the lessons you need in that moment, lessons you didn’t even know you needed to learn.

Even on the frustrating days, “when the lesson horse isn’t listening,” they don’t take your accusations to heart. They continue on with their masterful plans to instill humility, critical thinking, and grace in their partner - and you will finally understand that they’re always listening, and they’re always right.

And when you finally graduate to your own fancier horse, take a moment to think of all the lesson horses who brought you to this milestone. They gave you the knowledge, ability, and skill to be where you are right now. And they gave you their heart and soul in the process.

So next time you see a lesson horse, thank them. Give them a pat and a peppermint, a warm hug, and a promise to treat them with respect - for they are the backbone of this industry, and the foundation for all future equestrians.