Circle C Equestrian Center

01/12/2025

It's helping and supervising, not getting in the way.

01/11/2025

Halvar says, "FINALLY, this is my kind of weather!" His Norwegian DNA is so happy.

01/11/2025

Snow angels with Springer!

01/11/2025

Snow day!

01/05/2025

The cold weather is coming, but don't worry about the Circle C herd, they have plenty of hay to keep their furnaces running!

FUN FACT FRIDAY!

Are you familiar with the many adaptations that help your horse stay warm during the cold winter months?

🌾 Hindgut digestion of hay produces the most heat, acting as a small furnace inside of the horse. This is why free choice; good quality hay is so important in the winter.

💪 Horses have a huge muscle mass and muscle activity produces heat. This includes running and playing and even shivering if their body temperature starts to drop. It is important to remember that these activities also will result in a bigger caloric demand so free choice hay and in some cases, grain, is often needed.

🧥 To blanket or not to blanket is a constant debate but either way, as it starts to get cold your horse will grow a thicker coat. If you decide to leave your horse unblanketed you may notice that they look “fluffy”. This is due to a phenomenon called piloerection where the hair stands up to better trap air within. Two layers of the coat also help with warmth. The inner layer is softer and has air pockets to create an insulating layer. The outer layer is coarse and has oils that keep moisture from penetrating the insulating layer and keep the horse warm.

⚖️ Wild horses go into the winter heavier than ideal, and the fat serves as an extra layer of insulation. However, if a horse is going to be kept heavily blanketed and in a barn during the cold weather months this is unnecessary and can lead to obesity related issues.

🦵Their distal limbs (below the knees and hocks) are made of mostly bones and tendons, tissues that are resistant to the cold temperatures.

🦶The hooves have an alternative route of blood circulation through larger vessels that can be used in low temperatures. This is why horses can stand in snow without detrimental effects.

👃A horse’s nose has a robust blood supply and is rounded so that it is less susceptible to frostbite than a human’s nose.
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Courtesy of the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

12/27/2024

Shenanigans!

12/26/2024

The mares, recharging their solar panels.

12/20/2024

As we wrap up programming for the season, enjoy Baby's audition for the Disney Parade and we will see you in the New Year!

12/18/2024

Get ready to Choose Your Own Adventure at 2025 Summer Camp! We have seven overnight equestrian programs to choose from and our catalog includes two career-focused horse camps, Veterinary Explorers and Collegiate Equestrian, where campers will be taking field trips. Save your spot by January 31 with a $50 deposit and get $50 off with our early bird discount! Learn more at https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/camp-and-outdoors/summer-camp.html.

12/17/2024

On his way to "help" pick paddocks.

12/17/2024

☀🥾🕶Summer camp staff positions are now open at bit.ly/3ObbeAz!
Are you looking for a meaningful, fun-filled, amazing summer job? Join us at Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont as we create the best summer ever for our campers! We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and fun-loving staff to help create camp magic and memories that will last a lifetime. ✨💚⛺️

No Girl Scout experience is necessary to work as a camp staff member. Salary is determined on experience and skills. Food, lodging and pre-camp training is provided. In pre-camp training, staff learn and review camping skills, become familiar with the area and develop a working rapport with fellow staff.

12/16/2024

Bentley and Trigger 🎶 Make new friends 🎶

12/14/2024

Brave RIITs helping run the booth representing Circle C at the Snow Day at the Y event in Asheboro!

Surprise RIIT so a new photo in the dark!

12/14/2024

Did you know you can get a patch when you support our equestrian program? Become an official Horse Buddy today at https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/support-us/donate/ways-to-give.html . Your donation will help keep our herd fed, healthy and ready to support Girl Scouts as they develop their courage, confidence and character.

12/13/2024

🐴☀💚Did you know that this summer, every overnight camper will have the opportunity to choose an equine experience? Celebrate National Day of the Horse today by registering for a summer camp session! Plus, you will save $50 on any full-week overnight camp program with our early bird discount. Learn more at https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/camp-and-outdoors/summer-camp.html.

12/13/2024

🐴💕🎉 Kick off National Day of the Horse with our amazing Show Your Love For Horses Bundle! 🌟 Girls can snag a t-shirt and an adorable horse plushie for just $20, while adults can grab their stylish horse shirts for only $25! 🛍️ Don't miss out on this fantastic deal! 🐎✨ Pre-Order yours today at bit.ly/3BuEP4X.

12/07/2024

Revealing the newest addition to the Circle C team, meet Bentley!