Winstead Acres Riding Academy, LLC

09/09/2024

Mae's professional model debut!

UNICORN ✨MAGIC✨! I'm obsessed!!! Can't wait to do more of these whimsical unicorn sessions next month! 😍🥰🦄

09/09/2024

Horse show photo dump 2/2. Remember to check out the professional photos at: https://breannaelisephotography.shootproof.com/gallery/winsteadacresridingshow2024/

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09/09/2024

Horse show photo dump (1/2)
Don't forget to check out the professional photos at:
https://breannaelisephotography.shootproof.com/gallery/winsteadacresridingshow2024/

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09/02/2024

Here's our photos from our second show!
PM me for the password!

08/31/2024

I love using ponies to teach kids (and parents) about horse behaviors.
1) You can still get hurt, but it is a lot less likely to be serious.
2) They're less intimidating, and the kids can reach them to do things.
3) Unfortunately, a lot have been mishandled by trainers who try to muscle them. They're generally more weary. (But are often less so around kids)
4) They're smart! They make you work to figure out their brain, and they usually already have a dirty trick or two up their sleeves.
5) They're so stinkin' CUTE!

08/29/2024

Well, we all knew Winstead Acres could never be complete without a pony. Meet Disco. My newest student. He is not yet broke and still a bit shy, but he seems eager to please and quick to learn. If you want to work with Disco in a lesson, let us know and we'll get this little dude gentled together.

08/26/2024

And we are jumping right back into lessons!

08/26/2024

We may have been shut down for lessons, but it doesn't mean we weren't busy! We had a great time in the River Heights Apple Days parade! Also, Mae is our very own unicorn as she got dressed for her unicorn photo sessions with these sweet girls ❤️

08/23/2024

08/23/2024

Just a reminder! There are no lessons until Monday. The barn is closed for the week!

08/18/2024

🐎☀️Winstead Acres 2nd Annual End of Summer Horse Show! ☀️🐎
It takes a lot for a day like this to run smoothly- and it starts at the heart of the operation.. and that’s these 5 horses. 🫶 We have a lot to thank them for in any days work- but especially on a day like yesterday ! 🥕💕
✨Then.. ❤️ -it’s the competitors, the families, fellow barn mates, volunteers, friends, kids at play, and even the pups who run into the ring at inopportune times. 🐕 😆 Every moving piece adds to the magic of the day! ✨
Whether ya rode your heart out, or worked your tail off.- You’re ALL amazing, and thank you!
And Thank You Becky!! From all of us. 🌻
Winstead Acres- a place for everyone… and a beautiful place to be! 🐴☀️⛰️
Also- I promise- I only missed Western class pictures- because we were outrunning a storm! ⛈️😜😂

08/17/2024

The weeds are wacked, the last jump is set. Manes and tails are washed, coats slicked up. Patterns are posted and the alarm is set. Morning will come earlier than usual, but the barn will teem with nervous parents and excited kids. This is horse show eve. Sleep tight equestrians, tomorrow you ride.

08/12/2024

Summer is winding down and fall is coming in hot! We have some additional availability in our schedule for those who are horse obsessed! English, western, adult & youth. Call or message for more information!

08/12/2024

First fair horse show in the books! These 4 ladies did amazing and we couldn't be happier!

08/08/2024

⛰️ With all of the horse show preparations- life called for a bit of fresh mountain air- So we took the opportunity to trail break Pumpkin & Spirit. ❣️❣️ And of course- With Miraculous Mae as their guide.. 💜 ... 6 ladies ready to get back to the grind! As though prepping for a horse show (or 2) is ACTUALLY a chore… ha! 😉
✨🐎✨

08/01/2024

She's about to hit boot camp...

07/31/2024

Things are happening!

07/31/2024

Place your bets!!!! The vet is coming out tomorrow at 11 to check if Pumpkin is fat or pregnant. My mind changes every 2-3 days. We’ll finally get some answers!

07/30/2024

There is no heart happier than a horse girl soaking up summer days at the barn! 🐴 💞
…and we are so lucky to relive the magic with them.
✨ 🐎 ☀️ ❤️ ✨

07/27/2024

I hate having to cancel lessons. BUT...
1: I'm loving the rain
2: I'm loving watching the Olympic dressage, in bed, on a rainy Saturday morning. ☕️

07/25/2024

Look! No hands!

07/24/2024

Finding creative ways to deal with this oppressive heat...

07/21/2024

After a failed ultrasound attempt (where we risked our lives), we still don't know anything more about Pumpkin's foal status. 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ Onto the tried and true udder watch. Here she is as of this morning. (Don't let her know I posted these on the internet. She'd be mortified.)

Huge shout out to:
for using her lizard ultrasound
for his awesome photo skillz1984 for bribing Pumpkin with not 1, but 3 carrots through it all.

07/20/2024

Well look who's doing awesome at Thanksgiving Point giving pony rides! Way to go Prince!

07/19/2024

This week at the farm 🩷

07/19/2024

❤️🌈 💕 A Match Made in Heaven 💕🌈❤️

07/19/2024

Last week to order this year's shirt! $20/ each. Let me know if you want one.

07/17/2024

Things are starting to happen! August 17th is our annual summer Show! We have at least one other lesson barn joining in the fun. Pick up or print your entry form and turn it into your instrctor to sign up!