FarmHill Equestrian Center

08/12/2024

We had a great trip to .horse.park today! Thank you for offering these schooling days to get the horses & humans out and building confidence in their partnerships. We had 7 horses with us today and will be going with another group next weekend!

08/09/2024

✨ July Show Highlights ✨

July was a busy and rewarding month for team FarmHill, with several successful outings!

We began the month at the Champagne Classic at the Washington State Horse Park, where Quinn and Mikaela achieved their final I1 scores, towards their gold medal. Student Olivia and her horse Honey, had good scores at Training Level qualifying for ODS Championships.

We had a wonderful time at Silver Tail Farm’s League Show. Alex with Lyla, and Niki with Moqui, participated in their second-ever show, improving with each test! Mikaela took her horse Theo, and had good scores at 1st Level for his second time out. It was a pleasure to reconnect with friends and fellow competitors at the event!

To close out the month, we attended Bello Acers at Donida Farms Dressage Festival. Our student Emma made her debut with Jack, owned by Janette Herrera, and received over 70% at Second Level, along with a few first and second place ribbons. Emma also earned her 1st and 2nd level scores towards her bronze medal. Olivia and Honey continued their great show season receiving qualifying scores for Regional Championships, while Mikaela and Quinn took home second place both days at I1.

As always a big thank you to our amazing groom Sierrah for keeping all the ponies looking and feeling their best!

We are looking forward to a few more shows in the fall to round out the show season! Great work everyone!

07/29/2024

FarmHill Equestrian Center, located in Ridgefield, WA, just minutes off I-5, has a few rare openings coming available for boarding and training. These opportunities won’t last long, so if you’ve inquired before, now is your chance!

Join our welcoming community of boarders, with knowledgeable long-term staff living onsite, indoor arena, 2 large outdoor arenas and 2 round pens. Minimum of 2 training rides or lessons per week required.

At FarmHill, we specialize in Dressage, emphasizing on correct biomechanics for horse and rider. Along with having a few jumpers and eventers in the barn. We also have a regular group of clients going to schooling and rated shows.

Mikaela has her bronze and silver medal along with Pony Club certifications. She is a patient, dedicated instructor that takes the time to hear your goals and formulate a customized plan for you and your horse. She believes having a training plan catered to you and your horses specific needs is key for success. She specializes in teaching solid basics and teaching you the “why” behind what you are doing. She has been sucessfully teaching a variety of clients from young riders to adult amateurs for several years. Along with being focused on her clients education she is also dedicated to her own continued education and is working towards earning her gold medal.

Full care includes:
- Daily turnout (group or individual)
- Hay fed three times a day (Orchard, Timothy, Alfalfa, and Local)
- Three types of grain provided
- Blanketing services
- Private tack locker
- Two indoor wash racks with hot/cold water
- Bathroom with shower
- Many other amenities
- Trailer parking available

Call or message for details
(360)901-2467
[email protected]
https://www.farmhillequestriancenter.com

07/23/2024

SOLD!

Jaz Magnolia Rose “Maggie” is a 2018 15 hand IALHA half Andalusian. Ready to show First Level. Schooling 2nd & 3rd. Has been in a full training program for the past 10 months.

Comfortable gaits, is sensitive and light to the aids. She will do best with a confident, quiet rider that will continue bring her through the levels. This girl is so fun and sweet!

Asking 30K. Healthy, sound, easy keeper, UTD on all vacs and worming. Barefoot. Great ground manners. Located in Ridgefeild, WA

https://youtu.be/p6ojQfnGzP8?si=WFPkX9UOCBX0VAwO

07/11/2024

Better late than never, but we had a fabulous time at the TBEA schooling show at Lake Oswego a few weeks ago. Theo scored over 75% at his first show and was first level champion with Magik close behind him for reserve champion at first level. Alex and Lyla were intro level champion with an 80% at their first show and Olivia and Honey were training level champion with over 74%. Great job everyone! 🥳🤩🥇

04/15/2024

Great first show of the year at Lake Oswego Hunt Club! Everyone had a blast and their hard work is paying off. Looking forward to show season! 🤩

12/25/2023

We hope that everyone has a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎄🎁

11/18/2023

Great start to the LandSafe Clinic!

09/25/2023

We are very proud of our students from this weekend's Fort Vancouver Dressage Show! We achieved many firsts, from their debut show to earning their first 9's, and, of course, lots of first-place ribbons. A big congratulations to Niki and Janette for achieving Adult High Point on Saturday and Sunday. Kudos to everyone else for their great riding this weekend. Your dedication and hard work are paying off!

04/06/2023

10/21/2022

As a Young Rider Dream Program participant we are raising money to secure the program for the years to come. Every dollar we raise will be matched by Margaret Duprey and Cherry Knoll Farm’s. If you are able please consider donating to give many more young riders an opportunity of a lifetime! 💕

💥BIG NEWS - $100K Matching Challenge!💥

TDF is excited to announce an unprecedented opportunity! Thanks to the generosity of Margaret Duprey and Cherry Knoll Farm, TDF is thrilled to be able to boost the strength of its Young Rider Dream Program (YRDP) with a $100,000 Matching Gift Challenge!

Starting now, every dollar raised for the YRDP (up to $100,000) will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Margaret and Cherry Knoll Farm.

Can you help us meet the challenge?

Donations of ANY size are very welcome and will be automatically doubled! Donate now at https://bit.ly/3yNWFv2.

Challenge your friends or family to donate by sharing this post! 💛🖤

The YRDP was founded in 2000 by Olympian Michael Poulin to give top young U.S. riders an introduction to international-level dressage. Since its beginning, the program has given 69 young riders the chance to be immersed in the international dressage scene. Over 81% of the past participants are now dressage professionals, including Olympian Adrienne Lyle.

10/03/2022

The 2023 US Dressage Tests are now available! These tests will take effect December 1, 2022 & be utilized through November 30, 2026. Start learning them by reviewing the new tests here: https://www.usdf.org/competitions/competitors/tests.asp

Photo by Chelsey Burris

09/27/2022

Young riders make sure to get your applications in as the deadline is quickly approaching! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from the best in the industry!

☎️ Calling young riders! ☎️
The deadline for the Young Rider Dream Program: Wellington 2023 is NEXT WEEK (Friday, October 7)!

If you are:
-between 18-22 years old
-training and competing at Third Level or above
-have not previously trained or competed in the Wellington area
Apply‼️

This is a trip of a lifetime (January 24-29, 2023) that will enable you to gain great insight from the best-of-the-best in American dressage.

Apply by Friday, October 7 at https://bit.ly/2JPITB9.

Questions? Contact us at 402-434-8585 or [email protected].

TDF wishes to thank the supporters of the YRDP including Margaret Duprey, Adequan, USA Equestrian Trust, and Equestrian Team Apparel. If you would like to support this unique program, we’d love to talk! Contact Jenny at 402-434-8585 or [email protected].

08/29/2022

It was an excellent weekend of learning and strength building! We can’t wait to have Lucy out again early next year.

06/27/2022

Everyone did a fantastic job at the Ride-A-Test today! Thank you to everyone in our barn family who came out to support and volunteered. Looking forward to our next one in August.

06/10/2022

05/26/2022

One goal reached!

Thank you to everyone who donated yesterday! A wonderful donor offered a dollar-for-dollar match if TDF raised $1,000 through Give to Lincoln Day today and we made our $1,000 goal!

But Give to Lincoln is not over yet! Can you help us reach our overall goal of $10,000?

TODAY, May 26, is the last day to donate! Any and all donations make a big difference for the sport you love. Thank you!

Donate at https://bit.ly/3MRnTWT and help strengthen our sport at all levels -- from youth to adult amateurs, instructors and judges, to riders competing for Team USA. 💛🖤

05/21/2022

If you have been riding along with , you’ve read about what a unique educational experience the Young Rider Dream Program: Wellington was for our five young riders. Alanna, Emily, Haley, Mikaela, and Ruby met with some of the BEST trainers, riders, and judges in the country. What the Dream Program participants learned and the network they created will have a lasting impact on their dressage careers.

We will be announcing plans for the Young Rider Dream Program: Wellington 2023 soon! If you (or someone you know) are interested in applying for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, make sure to sign up to receive our e-newsletter at https://bit.ly/3wzauvI. You’ll receive all the information including application deadlines and more.

Support is also needed for the 2023 Dream Program. If you would be interested in sponsoring the trip or donating your time, please reach out! We’d love to chat and make this experience even more amazing for the future stars of United States dressage! Call Jenny at 402-434-8585 or email her at [email protected].

05/09/2022

04/14/2022

Everyone saying hello… or maybe just wanting dinner!

03/24/2022

It's ! Let's take a look back at this year's Young Rider Dream Program trip to Wellington and their day with Sabine Schut-Kery Dressage!

Our Dream Program participants spent a morning at Poinciana Farm where they were able to watch Olympian (and TDF Carol Lavell Advanced Dressage Prize recipient!) Sabine Schut-Kery ride a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old PRE stallion.

Sabine’s Tips:
1️⃣ Sabine said that she definitely has goals for each ride, but they are adjustable. She explained if she wants to focus on the canter, but the trot needs work that day, then she will adjust her plan to what the horse needs. It is important to be flexible when working with young horses (and horses in general).
2️⃣ Patience is crucial, and spending more time on the basics will allow the upper movements to come. She said that sometimes patience is difficult, but it is vital in the long-term training of the horse.
3️⃣ Transitions are very important in the horse’s basic training, and Sabine explained that there are elements in a young horse’s training that can be seen (on a basic level) in the Grand Prix. Sabine said, “Strive for an 8 or a 9 in basic movements, and nurture that.”

Mikaela Kuiper, Dream Program Participant, said, “It was phenomenal to be able to watch Sabine ride two horses that were very different, but still had the same emphasis on riding back to front and the horse stretching to the bit.”

03/05/2022

"Set your goals, write them down, and go for it!"

Wise words from newly qualified FEI World Cup competitor, Anna Buffini, to our Dream Program participants!

Thank you Anna for taking the time to chat with us at Adequan Global Dressage Festival last night!

03/04/2022

03/04/2022

02/24/2022

Beautiful snow day at the farm! ❄️❄️

05/09/2021

02/12/2021

Beautiful snow day at the barn! All of the horses are happily munching on hay in their stalls. ❄️

01/25/2021

Amazing rides today at the Jump for Joy schooling show! Photos are available for purchase at the link below - files are uploading tonight, so please check back if you don't see yours right away. Please help spread this post and tag anyone that may have been riding at the show today.

Photo collection by NK Photography