Woodland Oaks Farm, LLC

11/04/2023

That time of year already …. getting the horses used to traveling back n forth to the indoor
😭🥶

07/25/2023

The summer of learning continues at The Summer Schooling Series with show #5 for us.
Despite being a little sore in her back from literally rolling out of the trailer on Saturday morning (poor round pony lol🤦🏻‍♀️😅), Pippi Longstocking sucked it up, went out, and did her job. She was ridden by Gia in the Intro to hunters and Eq divisions and also by Luca in the Mini Medal. And I can’t forget to add my niece Ellena *tried* to do the lead line lol.
Artemis (Artie), who is owned and ridden by Luca in the Hunter Derby, Limited Eq and Hunter divisions, along with Gia in the short stirrup.
Decent ribbons and good rounds (despite Pippi’s trailer roll lol and only getting to work with Artie & Luca a small handful of times before this show.)
It was a hectic, hot, but very fun weekend and I couldn’t be more proud of the efforts put out by our riders and ponies. Good job team!!
Lastly, I have to thank Joni again for all her help!!

07/01/2023

Getting our young lady ready to be started under saddle 🤩
Neptune (Summer 2023 3yo)

07/01/2023

Im a week late posting, but another successful 2023 summer schooling series show. Great job to the girls for applying all of what they’ve been learning. They went out there and gave it their best shot! I’m very proud of both riders and horses, lots of good ribbons! Pippi was a super star, once again and I’m also beyond grateful that Linda took fantastic care of Kaitlyn for her first show!! It was even Linda’s first show after being rehabbed. I was so impressed with how forgiving, willing, and behaved she was. Also another big thank you to Erika for letting us ride and show Linda! And ofc another big shout out to Joni because of all her help, making this possible … and I’ll say it every time!! ❤️❤️❤️
Pinto Power!!! 🖤🤍🤎🦄

05/15/2023

Another show in the bag with our marshmallow pony and very dedicated rider. They had top ribbons in a few classes and we had some ‘learning experiences’ in others. At the end of the day tho, that’s what it’s all about…Fun, experience, accomplishment, progress, and ofc some ribbons help lol.
🤩❤️🐴🥇

05/09/2023

They knew as soon as I walked by the gate what that meant hahaha 😂. Decided to let them out on the pasture a little earlier than planned, but it was worth it to see them so excited! Sorry to the grass 🙈 …hang in there!! Lol

12/24/2022

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11/15/2022

Winter is upon us 🥶😭. Winter lessons will be held in Barrington until spring. I will be messaging current students to set up days and times along with informing everyone of some changes to the winter program.
If you are new and looking to get in on lesson schedule, call or message for winter times and prices. 🦄

09/28/2022

Our 2nd annual (practice) schooling show went off as a fun success. Very proud of the girls and the horses!! The girls have been working so hard during lessons and it showed! Lark, Buddy, and Pippi were saints and I was very proud of them too! Big thanks to our Judge, Joni and all the helpers!! Erika, Garrett, Allison, Jordan, Ma, and everyone else that helped! It wouldn’t of happened without them, forever grateful!

09/08/2022

Trailer training going well! Neptune has come a long way this summer, which is her 2yo year. She’s pretty much self loading lol. The treats and feeding her in there has helped make it a good experience lol. She’ll go on anytime, even when it’s dark. So proud!!

08/28/2022

Pippi progress 🦄. Such a willing pony. She will try her best no matter what we’ve thrown at her. It might not be pretty always lol, BUT she tries to figure it out and has never says “no”. That’s what I love about her the most. This exercise, she’s got down pat 🤩

03/05/2022

Throwback from last summer….. Oliver’s beautiful form over that fence (which was beautifully ridden too😏). Can’t wait to get him back workin after a very long winter break❤️

03/02/2022

It’s that time of year when we get massive biceps from helping these guys shed all that dirty thick winter fur haha. In the meantime, still working with the babies and their manners. Both fillies (Meadow and Neptune) were so good 🥰. Very proud of their progress. Lots of sighs with licking and chewing 🙌. They are learning to be solid citizens! Erika Gannon and ofc Lark and buddy got tlc too lol.

01/27/2022

What could they possibly be eating out there? 🤣

12/25/2021

From our herd to yours!!

11/24/2021

Second time having a bit in her mouth, but the first time it was just for a minute and it was a while ago. So didn’t really count. This time it was for about 20 min and I had her keep it on until she stopped chomping and quieted down, which she finally did. I also tried to make it as pleasant and rewarding for her as I could. Lol.

11/23/2021

I haven’t done a good Buddy post in a while. He is the poster child for the saying “in your pocket” lol. This year, I want to do more at liberty stuff with him for fun. I’ve been working on having something solid to build off of. Haha he’s got a great understanding of the word whoa lol. (And that the big boy can walk past food distractions 😂). So it’s not much, but it’s a good place to start. (He will trot with me if I jog haha but neither of us were in the mood this morning 😂🥱)
We love Buddy Bear 🦄🐻❤️ just braggin on him!

11/03/2021

She is taking to her new job very well so far 🦄... Taking good care of the littles!! She is loving all the praises and hugs they give 🥰. Even gives hugs back!

10/29/2021

Everyone enjoying the (gnat-free lol) fall morning 🐴 love this time of year with the colors.

10/19/2021

They have to figure it out sooner or later 😅🙈. But pony’s (still working out a name) first day with the mares after slow introductions! Took a lot of running and showing off, but they all finally tired themselves out and settled down lol.
*side note: she’s been such a good girl. Been getting to know her… so lunging, groundwork, and hopping on walking her around. More behaved than I expected!! Especially being in a new place, new horses, and new handler… ❤️🦄 awesome pony

10/11/2021

Fun birthday party at the farm last weekend. I’m so glad the kids enjoyed it!! Lots of first time riders! Love being able to share these amazing animals ❤️🐴 … in particular Mr.Buddy. He loves the kids 🥰
(I really appreciated the card)

10/07/2021

Welp, today reminds us that fall is officially here 🍁. Just starting to see the beautiful colors popping up. But, a lazy day for our equine friends! Bellies are gettin full and lots of fresh air! 🥰🐴

09/20/2021

Someone got her first official bath last night! 🙌 I couldn’t record it and focus on her, but took a pic of the after shine and white socks 🤩 She wasn’t happy about it lol, but was well behaved. Taking the win!! Lol.

09/13/2021

Our (practice) schooling show was a huge success!! I couldn’t be more proud of all the kids and each horse .. Buddy, Oliver, and Lark 🤩. Everyone was on their best behavior and I couldn’t of asked for more from our noble steeds. Most importantly, everyone had fun! And THAT is what it is all about, right?! 🥰🥰🥰

A very special shout-out … Thank you to all the helpers making this special day happen… Joni, Jamie, Allison, Karen, Erika, and Garrett. And thank you parents for making sure the kids were there and on time!!

09/06/2021

08/11/2021

Just when you FINALLY get every little out of place or cracked fence boards fixed (around the whole property)….. and Mother Nature wants a good laugh.
😵🤦🏻‍♀️😂😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

07/28/2021

Thanks to Erika, we were able to use her sweet girl Lark for a couple kiddos to practice on. She was such a good girl despite it being super hot today 🥵🤩.

07/27/2021

Mr Oliver was such a good boy for Piper 🤩! This was her first time on him and only her 5th ride. Very proud of both of these 2!!! He earned a few extra apple slices from Piper after the ride haha 🥰