Hidden Ponds Stables

02/21/2025

We haven't had a TBT in forever! Back when...

02/17/2025

Colder than cold Camp today! We rode, did chores, made snow globes.

01/28/2025

Great picture of Makayla and Derby!

01/21/2025

Chores done, ready for lunch, 3:00!
I HATE Winter!
The feeding part of chores is done! Frigid weather makes everything so much harder .. 30 basically frozen buckets, even those with cozies on had ice in them. Lots of buckets of hot water, extra hay for some. Now onto the turnout and cleaning part!

01/20/2025

Today we had 'Frozen Camp'. Everyone had a great time, no frostbite! Kids helped with chores, cleaned tack, rode, made collages, and we even did some horse bowl/hippology studying!

01/15/2025

This picture of MB and Kris Parker just surfaced. Long ago enough that MB still had dapples!

01/15/2025

💥Public service announcement💥
Do not speak to anyone who owns livestock. They are in a bad mood.

01/10/2025

01/10/2025

Help the Brandt Family Rebuild After a Devastating Fire Dear Friends, Nei… Jennifer Zicot needs your support for Support the Brandt Family After Fire Loss

12/31/2024

The new Bulletin board for the Barn.

12/31/2024

Fun times at the barn . New Years Camp...we made Party hats, filled out Resolution and goal sheets did dressage tests. Mad Libs!

12/30/2024

New Years Resolution for our riders...commit to your riding. Say "I'm all in!" Make a goal, a plan, stick with it. You don't improve your riding missing lessons!

12/29/2024

Today my Great Neice got to come have her first ride! She had a good lesson on the infamous Chevy.

12/14/2024

All I can say is FROZEN WATER BUCKETS!

12/08/2024

It's just a last minute cancelation....

This last minute cancelation is more than a loss of income.

It's.....

Extra hay while horse is kept in for you. Extra money spent for hay.
Extra stall cleaning because horse is left in for you. Extra sawdust and time means extra money.
Someone else missing an opportunity to ride because time slots are full.

Be considerate.

Cancel at least twelve hours in advance.
PAY for last minute cancelations.

Remember, this is your hobby.

ITS MY JOB

12/02/2024

Who has a clue what it costs to keep this place afloat? Between feed, lights, heat, Vet, Farrier, bedding, horses individual needs...it is a constant drain. A stop at the feed store today was over $500, for just 2 weeks of grain. Every lesson counts, and we are constantly looking for new ways to help our income. This time of year is very hard, between Holiday cancelations, and cold weather our income takes a hit.
Remember that horse eats, regardless if you come to ride or not. He still needs his feet done and his vaccinations, and yes they get sick just like us!I am asking all of you to please be thoughtful about cancelations, missed lessons and general attendance. We are counting on you!