Crystal's Equine Etiquette

01/05/2025

Nature makes people healthier, happier, and smarter. Don't let the cold keep you inside! Come out to the barn for condensed classes beginning February. They're meant to keep you moving and enjoying the outdoors!
Come inside the heated barn after for hot cocoa or apple cider.

Winter Groundwork Session
Saturdays, February 1-22 from 11:30am - 12pm
Learn new groundwork techniques with the horses and play games inside the arena and outdoors.

Winter Warm Up Homeschool Class
Fridays, beginning January 24 10:30 - 11am
Come out for 1 Friday or for many. This is a chance to get outside and move around. We will play games, go on nature walks, and sometimes may incorporate the horses. This is mainly non horse activities, but more a place to explore and play outside.

Sign up or find out more at CrystalsEquineEtiquette.com

01/02/2025

As the new year begins, so does the reflection of the previous one. I'm so grateful for each of you who choose to ride with me, have me train your horses, or enjoy Reiki. I am also grateful for all of you who follow along and offer your support.

2024 brought in a lot of new faces. I had quite a bit of challenges with Flora not feeling well, but we seem to have gotten that under control. Raven is coming along so well! Especially when we look back to where she started.

This week, I will sit down and plan out my goals for 2025. Both for my the farm and my personal goals. This is going to be a year of big changes, and I know it is going to be a great one.

What are your goals? Where would you like to see yourself by the end of the year? What do you want to accomplish with your riding and your horse?

As the new year begins, remember to give yourself (and others) grace. This thing called life isn't always easy. But its amazing how a simple smile or stopping to take a breath could change yours or someone else's day.

I am so excited to see what 2025 will bring. I look forward to sharing it with you.

Happy New Year!! 🥳 🎉 🎊 🍾

Crystal Pollard
Crystal's Equin Etiquette

12/27/2024

❤️ Gabe ❤️

12/27/2024

It's a wet and foggy day at the farm.

12/27/2024

It was a fun night at the barn with a game filled lesson, followed by a cookie party and ribbon ceremony. Congratulations Isla, Kali and Sammy for completing the Red Level! They also did some goal setting and planning for the new year. 2025 here we come!

12/24/2024

Still looking for that last minute gift? Gift certificates are available for riding lessons and classes! Get yours here

Mindful horse training and lessons to create a better relationship with your equine friend.

12/23/2024

The warming and cooling of this weird winter is annoying. But we are all enjoying the weather today! Near 30 feels balmy after the below zero temps just a couple of days ago.

12/22/2024

Yesterday was the shortest day of the year. It was a beautiful sunset to celebrate. The days are getting longer from here on out. What are you doing to make the most of it?

12/20/2024

** Bring a friend along to the Holiday Camp for half off! The holidays are here. Drop the kids off at the barn for Holiday Camp, or come yourself for some of the classes.
This weekend only, Holiday Camp is buy one get one 1/2 off.

Horse First Aid class is coming up - next Friday, December 27 from 10am - 12pm. Learn how to check the horses TPR, basic first aid for injuries, when to call a vet, colic signs and more! Participants will get hands on practice with a horse.

Holiday Horse Camp December 31 from 9am - 12pm. Drop off the kids for some holiday fun with the horses. We will play games, go over obstacle courses, clean tack and more.

Beginner Horse Training for Ages 12 and up on January 2 from 2pm - 4pm. Students with previous horse experience will learn ground training techniques and beginning lunging.

Learn more or sign up on the website crystalsequineetiquette.com/book-online.

12/20/2024

Snow day!! Minnesota got our first dumping of snow today. Jax and Milo were the first ones out to play in it this morning. And it made a serene, quiet night at the barn.

12/19/2024

Emmi was working on her stirrup stands in last week's lesson. Stirrup stands help build balance in the saddle. They are also good at telling if you're sqeezing with your knees or not.
You should be centered over your horse, and unlike two point, you fully stand in the saddle.
Emmi did amazing and held her balance very well.

12/13/2024

Happy Day of the Horse!

12/10/2024

I've been working with Raven on bowing for a few months now. I'm having so much fun working with this filly and being how smart she is. She catches on to things so quickly!

12/08/2024

Give the gift of horses! Get outside in the fresh air and learn how to work with these amazing animals. Horses help create calmness, mindfulness, independence, self confidence, empathy and resilience.

Located in Watertown, just 30 minutes West of the cities. The barn is heated with both indoor and outdoor arena.

There are many different services available. Choose from various classes and lessons both with and without riding options. Learn horsemanship, jumping and Dressage with gentle training and riding techniques.

Gift cards are available for any amount. Learn more at CrystalsEquineEtiquette.com

12/05/2024

Sign up today for winter break classes.
Learn First Aid for Horses, Beginner Training and Lunging or join in on the half day Holiday Camp!

Sign up at CrystalsEquineEtiquette.com/book-online . Classes are under the "class" tab and the camp is under the "camp" tab.

12/01/2024

A -0 windchill gave us an opportunity to have class inside the heated barn yesterday. Isla learned how to wrap and bandage horses legs. She did a wonderful job and Gabe was a very patient subject.

11/28/2024

The horses got some Thanksgiving carrots in their food this afternoon.

11/28/2024

I'm so grateful for you choosing to share your equine journey with me and my herd. ❤️ Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!