Flying Duck Farm Horse Sanctuary

01/21/2025

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01/19/2025

Snow is in the forecast for tomorrow, then the polar vortex comes. They are predicting it will feel like the negatives this coming weeks.

Some troughs aren’t near outlets to allow us to use heaters. So we are trying something new. Matt had these awesome insulated blankets so we wrapped a few troughs. Hopefully this keeps the freezing to a minimum. Of course we will be checking troughs often and filling with warm water when needed.

Tomorrow we will add an extra layer to a few of the golden oldies to ensure they stay warm. We always are sure to have plenty of hay available as well. Some of our dentally challenged horses will get chopped hay to make sure they are warm and have full belly’s.

Stay warm friends. Feel free to update us on the weather where you are.

01/17/2025

Matt caught Dennis wearing his hay.

01/13/2025

My tiny farm hand is sound asleep while Stewy enjoys his lunch.

01/12/2025

Most people have guard dogs. We have guard horses here.

(Bermuda, my personal horse and Julius, a boarder/rescue.)

01/06/2025

Snowy lils and Dennis.

01/06/2025

Snow update on the farm. #2025

01/06/2025

Early morning snowy breakfast chores.

All of the horses are snug and munching on their hay.

01/04/2025

“Momma will do anything to get our page out there…….did it work?”

12/29/2024

When you get a new coat and your friends are scared of you…….

These big powerful creatures are sometimes the biggest scardy cats lol.

12/26/2024

Yesterday i received this from my brother.
The flag was flown for our farm at every base he was stationed the past year.

Not only am I so proud of his service, I am honored he thought of us and flew this flag for us.

12/19/2024

My little farm hand is fast asleep during lunch chores.

12/18/2024

Stewy and I would like to send out a very special thank you.
Last night we received a very generous donation from Wendy and her husband. Wendy’s sister Tracey is the person who found Stewy when he had been abandoned for a long time. Past horses Charlie and Shine were also both from Tracey.

Their whole family has always been supportive of whatever do.

This donation will do a lot. It also means for a bit I can breathe and not have to use my personal funds for the sanctuary. Something I have been doing a lot of.

Unfortunately there has been a rise in rescues closing their doors to lack of funds. You can imagine it takes a lot to care for horses. Especially special needs horses.

If you believe in what we do and are able please consider making a tax deductible donation to the sanctuary. We will be more than happy to provide a receipt. There’s still time before the year ends.

Thank you all for your support. And from the bottom of my heart, thank you to Wendy and her husband.

12/17/2024

Poo happens! A lot.

We are looking for a weekly volunteer to assist with picking up poo in the pasture. We have plenty of wheelbarrows, plenty of poo forks and nice flat ground with easy access to where it gets dumped. Heck, we will even dump the wheelbarrow when you finish!

Looking for 1 day a week. Only 1-2hrs total a week. We’d prefer it be during feeding time since we will be right there. Can be morning, mid day or evening. Totally flexible.

Great for community service hours. Or just the chance to be around horses.

You don’t have to do every week. We can rotate people.

If this is something that “speaks” to you then get in touch with us.

Located in Woodstock, Md.

12/16/2024

We had a wonderful turn out yesterday for Cocoa and Cookies!

Thank you all for attending.
Thank you to our vendors with your wares.
Thank you to my dear friend Allen, who stepped up at the last minute and transformed into Santa! Thankfully Santa was able to take time away from the Island to be with us yesterday.
Thank you to my daughters who were there for me as always.
Thank you to my bonus granddaughters who helped, including my little Elf.
Thank you to my sweet friends for running the check in table.
Thank you to my friend for sending me new friends that took awesome photos.
And lastly, thank you to Matt, For…..everything you do for myself, my family and my horses.

This was possible because all of you!

As soon I receive the photos from the photographer I will get into contact with those on the list.

P.S. word has it that Santa rode off into the sunset back to the beach.

12/15/2024

The stockings are hung by the fireplace…..we are all hoping to see you at Cocoa and Cookies tomorrow.

RAIN OR SHINE.
Vendors and such will be inside the barn.
Tickets available in advance or at the door.

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12/13/2024

COCOA & COOKIES

Join us on 12-15-24 for “Cocoa & Cookies” at the farm from 2p-4p.
Tickets required. Tickets can be purchased through the link below OR at the door the day of the event.
$10 per person.
Children under 3 years old free.

Guests will get to meet all of the sanctuary horses and their friends. We will have a complimentary hot cocoa bar where you can make your own delicious hot cocoa with choices of toppings. There will be plenty cookies to enjoy as well.

Take pictures in our winter scene photo area free of charge. OR have your holiday picture taken by a photographer in front of a restored tractor for an additional charge. (Photos will emailed to you.)

Santa will even be making an appearance with a “lil” reindeer.

Guests can make gingerbread Lego ornaments for an additional charge of $8 per ornament. 🎄

We will also have several baskets being raffled off to benefit the sanctuary. They will include Amazon gift cards, doggie items and some other treats. Winners will be drawn at the end of the event.

Family appropriate vendors will be onsite for guests to shop. This will be a perfect way for guests to purchase last minute holiday gifts. We still have room for more vendors for those interested. Spots are a $25 donation.

Tickets can be purchased by the link, messaging the farm page or texting 443-375-8398. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cocoa-cookies-flying-duck-farm-horse-sanctuary-tickets-1086942727959?aff=oddtdtcreator

Feel free to reach out for more info.

The main part of this will be in the barn so this event can be held rain or shine.

Flying Duck Farm
Horse Sanctuary
2600 Offutt Rd
Woodstock, Md 21163

Guests will enjoy a cocoa bar, cookies, have photo ops including a photographer for family pics ($.) Vendors onsite. And more.

12/11/2024

Will you be joining us this Sunday for “Cocoa and Cookies” at the farm?

What will occur you ask???
-Santa, his helpers and his mini reindeer
-Photo op area
-Photographer onsite for pics for a donation
-Vendors for holiday shopping
-Cocoa Bar
-Cookies
-Gingerbread Lego ornament building ($)
-Introduction to the horses and other animals

Stockings will be hanging for each sanctuary horse. Visitors are welcome to stuff them with a donation to help with their daily expenses.

Please note:
RAIN OR SHINE
Festivities will be held in the barn if the weather is questionable.

Purchase your tickets through the link on our event. Or through PayPal [email protected]

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