Golden Oak Equestrian Center

08/07/2024

Snoop!

Imagine if we all showed up and cheered for each other the way has….

💕 The Symbolism of Snoop Dogg at the Olympics: The Power of Positive Energy

When Snoop Dogg appeared at the Olympics, his presence was more than just a celebrity cameo. It symbolized how one person’s positive energy and genuine enthusiasm can transform an atmosphere. Snoop’s infectious joy and laid-back charisma brought a fresh, uplifting vibe to the event, proving that positivity is contagious.

In a setting as grand and high-stakes as the Olympics, his lighthearted commentary and excitement showed the world that embracing joy and authenticity can create a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone. Just like Snoop Dogg, each of us has the power to change the atmosphere with our positive energy and enthusiasm.

Food for thought: Be your circle’s hype man.

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07/18/2024

Gus Gus 🤩🐎❤️

07/15/2024

Good things to note as a rider, getting feedback from judges is essential to improving riding technique. I encourage all riders at a show to seek feedback from the judge or at least go up and introduce themselves and ask what that judge looks for in a good round or ride.

By Geoff Teall from Geoff Teall on Riding Hunters, Jumpers, and Equitation Some people do not understand the correct use of the automatic release and are opposed to using it. In fact, they will often exaggerate the long release–throwing their hands and body forward and making a big deal of not usi...

07/09/2024

Mark you calendars, it's time to join IEA

07/02/2024

It's IEA season, sign up now to be part of our team

03/26/2024

The Kentucky 3 Day event is quickly approaching. After some research here's a package option for anyone interested.

3 day ground admission to the KHP

Ticket to Friday dressage (all day)

Ticket to Saturday cross country and Saturday night Grand Prix

Ticket to SundayStadium jumping

Program for entire event

Hotel accommodations 4/26 - 4/28 GLo Best Western Lexington (1935 Stanton Way, Lexington, KY) (breakfast is included)

Meals are excluded and can be purchased at park.

Total $1410 per person

If you are interested let me know so I can book it!

https://www.kentuckythreedayevent.com/tickets?utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=MediaOne&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=carousel&fbclid=IwAR2wr2M6RPj9ecoufQoHUmO_vNjkuOaD_Ia9E2tDkDPvgilpHhft6bMocu4_aem_AcQSwupBsZP6hKp-sO7ZQuCO7KNWwcV7K2pO_6c5WYxtPEUXcEznEwOjgzR22g0oLd0fUKFlps9KzhlEDt4rTltT

Buy your grounds admisstions, reserved seating, hospitality, tailgating, parking, and other tickets for the LRK3DE here.

03/25/2024

Trying to get a head count for the first April show at Traders Point. If you are wanting to go let me know! Everyone

03/17/2024

Thank you to all the families that came out for our first barn show!

We raised $408! That means we are able to order our show coolers and saddle covers for our next show. So excited! That you all for your support!

03/12/2024

Come dressed in your favorite green outfits to celebrate St Patrick's Day!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rKfhtR7Ma4EIOJ2t0yjFoIZzRXsspWA_2AaPOdyGLNk/edit

03/06/2024

Edit: I know a lot of people took photos of Waffles, if you did can you add them to this post? I would love to see all the pictures we have of him.

Can't believe I have to post this, so incredibly sad.

We were informed today that our beloved barn cat Waffles was hit by a car in front of the farm.

We will miss you so much buddy, your life was much too short.

03/05/2024

This is so true, I have yet to see or hear of this unicorn situation.

Ok friends, let’s be real… We’ve all seen some ISO ads lately that would make any true horseman stop in their tracks…

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ISO Unicorn

Absolutely no spook, quirks, vices, maintenance, special needs. 100% safe.
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Thank goodness they are shopping for unicorns and not horses, because a good horseman knows that is absolutely impossible from a horse.

Personally I spooked at a squirrel yesterday, and I have better vision than a horse and am not a prey animal.

No one can guarantee any activity in your life is safe—-not soccer, not baseball, not tennis, nothing. Those are the choices you make and the risks you voluntarily take on to participate in the activity you’ve chosen and to live your life. We all try to make the best choices we can of course, but any seller that promises any facet of your life is guaranteed safe is selling snake oil.

As for the horse’s quirks and special needs? I’ve owned hundreds of horses in my career and worked with many hundreds more. The five best horses of my career were as follows:

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Horse #5. Vices: Cannot pull mane or body clip without heavy sedation. Must be in front when hacking in group. Why it’s worth it: Horse of a lifetime for his rider.

Horse #4. Vices: Free because he failed his PPE so badly at 5yo. Needs $800 shoes from a top farrier every 6 weeks. Why it’s worth it: Competed at the upper levels of eventing very successfully and reliably for 11 years.

Horse #3. Vices: Poor mover in the trot, extremely hot, needs a very kind rider. Why it’s worth it: Evented through advanced level, national champion at intermediate.

Horse #2. Vices: May rear and buck. Kicks and bites on ground. Will not go in any wash stall. Why it’s worth it: Never once dropped his rider. Evented through advanced level.

Horse #1. Vices: Incredibly spooky, poor mover in trot, chip on X-rays. Why it’s worth it: Successful and prolific advanced horse, sold and exported to a European Olympic team.

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Our horse shopping advice to you? Be a good horseman.

If the horse makes you smile every day, who cares if it’s tough to pull its mane?

If the horse takes the best care of you, who cares if it flinches trotting past a trash can? Use your inside leg.

If the horse does the job you need it to do, who cares if it needs a good farrier? They should ALL have good farriers.

If the horse saves your behind every time you don’t see a distance, who cares if it cribs on a feed tub?

Good luck, happy shopping, and for the love of unicorns, stop seeking things that don’t exist or you’ll never find it.

—Megan Moore, Verona Equestrian
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03/03/2024

Mark your calendars
Golden Oak is moving 3/30/24!

8500 E 500 N Sheridan

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02/17/2024

Barn family,

Would anyone be interested in getting tickets to the Kentucky 3 Day event and sharing an airbnb? April 27-29

02/05/2024

IEA is proud to offer a FREE, INFORMATION-PACKED WEBINAR to educate riders and their families on college riding by answering previously submitted questions from our first webinar. Your questions will be answered by our panel of coaches representing Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association, Intercollegiate Dressage Association and National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA)

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2024
7:00 PM - EASTERN STANDARD
LEARN MORE & REGISTER:
https://conta.cc/48LlKXN

This webinar features a distinguished panel of five college coaches and an experienced admissions professional. Our panelists will discuss recruiting, scholarships, standing out to coaches and the differences between IHSA, NCEA and IDA. This webinar is perfect for high school riders wanting to continue their IEA draw-based riding experience in college.

01/26/2024

This is awesome! Test your knowledge!

Did you know that IEA has a NATIONAL HIPPOLOGY ACADEMY QUIZ SERIES?

LEARN MORE: https://www.rideiea.org/opportunities/nationalhippologyacademy/

Formerly known as the Online Horsemanship Quizzes, the National Hippology Academy (NHA) Quiz Series is now divided into different age-based difficulty levels and features 12 different equine-related quizzes. At the end of the season on May 1, 2024, a Final Quiz will be posted. Participants who score 75% or higher on the Final Quiz receive a free t-shirt. The top scoring participant in each category will win a prize.

NHA is available for both IEA Rider Members and non-rider members from 4th grade to adults. Registration fees are $25 for IEA Rider Members. It is FREE for Junior Contributing Members.

JOIN HERE: https://data.rideiea.org/horsemanship/form

The National Hippology Academy is a GREAT way to brush up on your Horsemanship Knowledge ahead of post-season regional, zone, and national horsemanship tests in your Zones. Check it out today and see Jennifer Eaton ([email protected]) with any questions.

01/24/2024

Barn family, our farrier will be out this Friday starting at 9am

01/16/2024

It's looking like another cold week🥶

If the weather stays below 32 this Saturday we will do a classroom lesson at 10a in place of Saturday lessons