Pine Ridge Equestrian OTTB Training Facility and Education Center Naples FL

08/24/2024

Spend the day loving on horses and making that connection! This is Saturday Nov 9th. There are other opportunities too! Horse for a Day is one of our most popular !

Need some horse time? We have adult versions of kids camp, Horse for a Day, and other educational opportunities to engage with horses This helps fund the horses care - so you have a great day and the horse gets hay or vet care or something needed!

This is Cypress! We have so many great choices!

Naples FL
Track to Trail Thoroughbreds- rehab, rehoming, and rescue of ex-racehorses

Listed on our website! Link in comments

08/22/2024

Kid- hey it’s coming your way!

Thoroughbred- OK!

08/20/2024

Starting soon! In Sept - Friday Saddle Club! Join us for a few hours of fun horse time each week. Club members have access to all Fridays, discounts on classes, and special homeschool events!

$100 for the month. Ages 7 and up!

08/20/2024

What an incredibly versatile breed. Thoroughbreds. Raced, unraced, they are all full of heart and full of try. We need to match them with permenant, loving homes. Can you help?

We offer adoptions, classes, and have a great volunteer program. Come make a difference in a horses life.
Track to Trail Thoroughbreds- rehab, rehoming, and rescue of ex-racehorses

08/12/2024

A fun day exploring communication skills. Everyone gets a horse!

08/12/2024

The HOMESCHOOL schedule is up! Naples FL

5 week session homeschool classes

STARTING
Wed August 14th -1 spot left
Monday Sept 9th - 2 spots left
Wed Oct 2nd- 6 spots
Wed November 6th -6 spots

All classes meet 12-2
Ages are 7 and up
$200 per student
Once spots are full the class is full

If you are not able to use PayPal on our site you can send your tuition via Venmo

The classes are fun and the two hours goes quick! There’s an option to add an extra 2 hours each week for $50 - that covers all 5 sessions.

Drop off please! If you are new to us you are absolutely welcome to stay the first class. If there is a specific issue please contact us before signing up.

We have so much fun!!!

08/06/2024

THOROUGHBREDS AND EX RACEHORSES
We are HUGE proponents of the breed! There are a lot of myths about ex racehorses in our community, maybe yours too! There are many worthwhile opportunities to learn about them here at Track to Trail.

We take in injured or neglect cases and provide rehabilitation. That can be both physical and emotional This sort of thing happens to many breeds, and all ages, young to seniors. This is just our little niche in the horse world.

Horses can end up in a bad situation, mostly because people don’t known another way. Or they have lost their job, or their spouse, sometimes their home, and we try and help as much as possible., Without good homes to take on a horse we have, that keeps us from helping the next case.

The horses we take from the track are pretty straightforward. They come with a lot of training obviously, and the majority of what we do is heal their injury to the best of our ability. The horses coming from local homes are a lot harder, there are a lot of things that often need to be undone., Some horses w the right situation and feeding program come around quickly, others not so much, Each case is different. Every horse though starts w a solid nutritional plan and friends. Being with horse friends mean the world.

Either way, we are looking for loving, permanent homes for these horses. Some can be ridden, some can’t, some can do a little light riding. They all need homes where they will receive the care they need.

If you are not able to adopt, you can check out our Monday volunteer program. We also offer LOTS of classes and clinics on horse care, handling, riding w kindness, liberty, positive reinforcement in training, providing enrichment to your horse, and of course kids classes and Homeshool programming.

This is all aimed at educating, and introducing people to such an amazing horse - the Ex Racehorse!

We are all volunteers and will go to the MOON and BACK for these horses., Our wish is that you will join us in some way., Track to Trail Thoroughbreds- rehab, rehoming, and rescue of ex-racehorses

07/31/2024

Last week before back to school!

Starting August 5th a week of camp!
Golden Gate Estates Naples FL

07/28/2024

Sharing this Track to Trail Event
Meet an ex racehorse!

Meet a an Ex Racehorse Day!

A free event to meet a horse that’s retired from racing

Come learn about the Thoroughbred. A beautiful and kind horse that’s known for its athleticism and huge heart!

What do they do and learn at the track? What’s retired life look like when you are 5 ? What’s involved in retraining?

It’s totally free but we have very limited parking so we do need people to register! 10 spots only!

Send an email or message the page to attend!

Saturday August 17th from 3- 4 pm

We are in Golden Gate Estates Naples FL

07/26/2024

Another great read. There are ways of “getting it done” but there are ways of doing it better!

I’m not a total treehugger but…

If it’s not ok to kick your dog why do people kick their horses?

I mean if you know horses, you know they feel everything just like we do much less on the tender sides of their bodies

Is it because people think that’s the only way to ask a horse to move forward? Humans can be crafty. I find it hard to believe people do t have any other way of asking rather than kick

Imagine you are at a dog park and someone kicks their dog. People would all be up in arms

A few months ago Robyn and I went to a reining /ranch horse type show. The one horse really lacked training and was very anxious in the arena. The rider was also anxious. Up in the stands was the trainer yelling. He seemed angry with the rider and w the horse too but mostly the rider.

Kick him. Kick him. Kick him HARDER. It was awful to watch and we left.

I mean seriously hitting the horse w spurs was all the rider or trainer could come up with

Why not just let the horse relax. Why not take this as a schooling moment and make the best of the situation so the horse ends on a positive note. Why not do just anything other than what was done.

We wonder why people get hurt. Why horses have behavior issues. Why horses are rehomed so frequently

There was nothing going right for this horse on this day. If the people in his life, if this is all they have to offer. The future is pretty grim.

I’ve been wracking my brain thinking what other animal do people kick? Why the kicking? There are so many options. The longer I do this the more I’m bothered by these displays. I don’t know 10 years ago would have I noticed? The more my eyes open the more it’s impossible to “unsee” these things.

What I was hoping would be a super fun day was marred by the look on that horses face. His eyes. This probably seems like an overreaction to many but I tell you it really bothered me.

Where has real horsemanship gone?

Picture of the first photo that showed up in a Google search.

07/26/2024

Such a great read. It’s true, the kids get it

A commenter yesterday said I should not compare dogs to horses. So today I will compare them to penguins! 🤣

There’s a bit of a revolution afoot!

I watched a really interesting webinar this morning from the Animal Behavior Management Allicance on the Human/Animal connection

Here was one story
Penguins, in a zoo, or a rehab facility need the bottoms of their feet examined on a regular basis. In the “old days” many many animals were darted, or physically restrained for even the most basic of care tasks.

So instead of the pain and stress for all involved, trainers taught the penguins to target to stand on a mirrored surface. Literally the penguin comes over, stands there and then gets some sort of treat. Compared to darting or physical restraint. I mean what an enormous difference. Cost, saftey, and of course their health!

If you asked people in the “old days”. That was the only way they knew, the system is not broken, it doesn’t need fixing. But then comes along, a whole different way of doing things that is pretty revolutionary. Imagine for a monument that is your job as a caretaker for an animals like that. What a blessing and actually kind of fun activity. Surely you would prefer that to the “old way”

For horses
So the whole “that is how it has always been done” doesn’t really hold water. I mean there has been so much progress across the board for animal welfare. So many options

People used to love circuses, then the treatment of the lions, elephants, dancing bears, that all came to the forefront. Pretty much the end of the animal part of a circus.

As people get tired of all these awful videos that go around, from the average person to now the very well known and Olympic hopeful, Charlotte DuJardin pulling out of the Paris Olympics after a video of her horribly whipping a horse, this changes the sentiment of so many. Many that just think if we can’t do it well, maybe we should not do it.

And the super interesting thing about the positive reinforment, its just easier over all. If you have a horse that has anxiety, hitting it, kicking it, hauling on his face or using a stronger bit and tying his head down might SEEM like a fix. But its really not. Sometimes those old ways need to be put to bed.

If we have not evolved, that is ok. But its really really great to do some research, seeing how others solve problems from a welfare state. We all love our horses. We all do the best we can with what we have. But sometimes ther are ways that are easier, less costly, and much safer in the long run. So its good to plant a seed and see what grows.

Picture of Wonder What’s Next w a student camper. The kids always get it.

07/26/2024

With all the craziness in the horse world, the rush to compete, win, achieve a goal, let’s not forget what it is that we really love about horses. But brought us to them.

Your horse is happy just being with you

07/22/2024

We have beautiful and funny horses. They are smart and kind. Get your kids involved and out here a some horse time. Finish the summer w a week of camp, get them started on a homeschool class or sign them up for the Sat 4 hour experience.

07/19/2024

Camp! Sometimes you have to turn around to scratch that itch💕

We have 2 more weeks! One starts Monday and the other August 5th.

Ages 7 and up!
9-1

We also have homeschool starting mid August. Info and registration on our website site!

07/18/2024

Two new weeks added! Your kids will be beside themselves to have a week of horses!

HORSE CAMP FOR KIDS 7 AND UP
What a great way to squeeze in some horse time before the start of the school year!

Do this as a just because, an early birthday present, a reward for hard work completed over the summer, but this is something they will remember all of their life.

A whole week with beautiful ex racehorses. We ride, play, learn, and do some really interesting things with the horses. Kids go home tired and happy, but not exhausted. We have fans, misters and shade for important heat breaks. Small camp size means extra personal attention.

Info on the brochure. Register online and we will send a confirm. Let us know which week you would like!

07/17/2024

AUGUST HOMESCHOOL starts Wed August 14th from 12-2 pm

This is a 5 week course especially for you g homeschool students.

Ages 7-15
Combines learning w hands on time with the most amazing horses

You can register on our website. I’ll include a link below in comments

Currently 5 spots left

$175 for the 5 weeks

Add an extra 2 hours each week for $50 making it 12-4

We are in Golden Gate Estates Naples

Questions text or call 239-963-7296
[email protected]

The horses are kind and beautiful!!

We will issue a receipt for all PEP students that request it!

07/16/2024

One of the many great horses!

07/05/2024

Haha who’s the cutest. Teddy or typhoon!

07/05/2024

Looking for a permanent loving home!!

Typhoon wants everyone to have a safe and happy holiday!

He received his good citizen award last year. He’s enjoying working w the kids and group turn out. He’s enjoying everything and his only wish is a loving family of his own!

He’s one of 5 horses ready for adoption! Link in comments!

07/02/2024

Looking for bodyworker that might want to volunteer some time

We have a horse healing from a fractured pelvis

One w a detached meniscus

We also have two w kissing spine

Our volunteer hours are Monday afternoons.

Looking for professionals that might be able to help one or more of these specific horses

06/25/2024

Such a great horse

06/25/2024

Only one spot left in the adult day camp! Link in comments

06/21/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/QddRkAqmMTZ9TmBf/?mibextid=WC7FNe

4 more weeks of camp! Link to our site in comments. Super fun. Riding, care, and play with the horses. We have a lot of fun! Today we are working on vaulting!

Ex racehorses are incredible, come see! We have many great adoptable horses! We also offer homeschool classes and Sat camp

06/19/2024

Horse camp! We have a few more weeks available plus the next homeschool starts in July!

06/14/2024

New rider and new student. First time riding was this week. This is her first time mounting by getting a leg up on a 16hh ex racehorse. How cool is that!?!

Gritty girls. Beyond fantastic horses We have 4 more weeks of camp. Reach out if interested. Ages 7 and up 239-963-7296 call or text

06/11/2024

Time to volunteer!

JOIN OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEER TEAM
Gosh we always need help and we have an amazing team that comes every Monday. 2pm start til 4 or 5

Mucking
Putting out hay
Cleaning auto waters
Fly traps

All the stuff you would do at home w your own horse!

These are some of the nicest people you will ever meet!

We are in Naples FL. A good chunk of the year it’s hotter than the dickens

We do have some fans and misters. It’s kids camp week so we have the fixins for rootbeer floats- it’s a great way to help out and make friends. Especially if you are new to the area. No special horse skills needed.

Application is on our website site on the Volunteer tab!

06/08/2024

Do you have rescue in your heart?
Great opportunity to learn about rescue- we are the only horse rescue in the county!

LEARN ABOUT HORSE RESCUE AND MEET OUR HORSES

Learn more about:

How do horses end up in a rescue?

What is the role of rescue and how do we care for our animals?

What are some things we/ you can do to keep horses out of rescue?

Group photo w a horse
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👉Visits last about an hour and are privately scheduled.
👉Ages 3 and up
👉Good for Homeschool groups of 4 students or more
👉Cost One bag of feed per child - available at Sutherland
General Store on Collier It’s Purina Strategy Healthy Edge

This program will be ongoing thru August. Reach out to set it up!
[email protected] or call/text 239-963-7296

06/06/2024

Great opportunity!