Connected Hearts Horsemanship

31/05/2023

Shadow and I have been thinking of some fun new ideas! Stay tuned for some upcoming horse opportunities and collaborations with the Hartland Riding Club.

25/03/2023

Spring training has begun! Very slowing starting with hand walking then walking under saddle the horses (and I) are working on our fitness. Everyone is shedding and looking forward to time outside the paddock.

19/08/2022

Fun Friday! Today is the last official day of programming although I do have a few make ups next week. We are going to test our connection, relaxation, and responsiveness through this obstacle course. Poppy is already giving it a look 👀

21/07/2022

Today’s Mission: Make a roundpen. Tomorrow I host a group that works with the horses on the ground. We have been focused on the three core behaviors from Happy Horse Happy Life: Connection, Relaxation, and Responsiveness. The roundpen will be a game changer as we play the connection game with each of the horses and continue to learn from our equine partners.

28/06/2022

28/06/2022

The arena, horses, and I are ready to kick off the season tomorrow!

20/06/2022

My summer has officially started, and we can't wait to see you! The horses and I are gearing up this week to begin lessons Wednesday, June 29! I have some openings to fill this summer so share with your friends or grab an extra riding spot for yourself!
July Spaces to fill:
Tuesday's at 9:00
Every other Thursday at 3:00 starting June 30
July 6th at 10:00
July 13th at 4:30
July 14th at 9:00 and 10:00
July 28th at 9:00

04/06/2022

MR. Gibbs is keeping a close eye on the summer lesson schedule! If you are interested in lessons be sure to reach out, I still have a few random days with openings through July and August.

12/05/2022

Happy Birthday to the horse who started it all! Ymir turns 20 today, we will celebrate with a walk down the trail and who knows, maybe a bite of carrot cake ;) We have played, accomplished, and traveled so many miles in the 15 years of partnership. He has been my everything for literally half my life. I owe him everything and more. Cheers to Ymir my big love bug.

07/05/2022

First day of pasture time for the horses. Did you know that spring pasture can actually be dangerous for horses? I’m the spring (and fall) the sugar content in the grass is very high due to growth/stress. All of our horses and Whistle are very sensitive to sugar and can easily get very sick. This means that until now we have been hand grazing for a few minutes at a time and today’s pasture adventure was only 10 minutes. I will slowly increase their pasture time through the spring season. Even after that these guys will have limited grazing through the summer to help keep them healthy and fit.

11/04/2022

Opening the season with a first ride! When you know, you know. At almost 3 this munchkin knows horses are her thing :)
I still have some morning openings for the summer session June 29-August 19.

PS: Whistle took his job as an emotional support donkey very seriously. I love my special boys ❤️

31/03/2022

The dates are official! June 29-August 19 will be our summer session (minus July 11th). Registration and waivers are to come this weekend.

27/03/2022

We may be in a bit of a cold snap the next couple of days but the horses have begun their prep for the summer riding season! Slow, short walks up the road and around the field are the best way to build up muscle for both horse and rider 😉 Its hard to believe but April is nearly here. Check your emails this weekend for information on signing up for summer lessons.

23/01/2022

What do the horses do in the winter? Mostly they wander from hay pile to hay pile wishing for spring. They take lots of naps in the sun. Poppy does Poppy things and keeps them all entertained. This is why it takes me a while to get back into lessons in the spring. They are very unfit come April when we begin our daily walks around the “neighborhood” and begin training for lessons come June. Warm wishes to all!

23/11/2021

I am forever grateful to have the best ponies (and donkey) and people in my life. Amazing photos created by Donna Taylor Lombard and beautiful people to make my horses look good. These are only a few of my (50) favorite pictures. Thank you to everyone who supported our cause! We raised $300 towards flattening the arena.

20/11/2021

A chilly but beautiful day for a few lessons. I love winter but am looking forward to getting back into lesson mode next spring!

17/11/2021

My loss is your gain, I was leaving to visit family for Thanksgiving but will now be having a staycation. Help me start it off right by taking a lesson this weekend. One Saturday and 3 Sunday spots open. First come first serve. Pm to get your spot.

14/11/2021

We had a great time here with Donna Taylor Lombard taking pictures for the holidays! We might have another session if people are interested coming up in December. Let me know if you would like to take pictures with ponies for a good cause 🥰 looking good Audrey Stout Micca

12/11/2021

Ymir wants to let you know that Pictures with ponies has been POSTPONED to Sunday at 10:00am due to weather! 🌧

05/11/2021

Something exciting is on the horizon 🌅 have you missed the horses, do you want to eat cookies with them? Stay tuned!

01/11/2021

It takes a village. One borrowed truck, one borrowed trailer, 6+ hours of driving from one supportive partner and the arena has safe, solid, fencing. Working together we can do hard things!

16/10/2021

Spot the Donkey? It’s a warm foggy fall morning today and everyone is enjoying a bit of fall grazing.

26/09/2021

Happy Sunday everyone! I know many of you following this page might already know me, and the horses pretty well but I thought I would share these great photos and tell you a little bit more. My journey with horses has been as long as I can remember. It would not have happened without some very key people in my life especially my Mom. Long drives to lessons, mucking out stalls to pay for board, being a “show mom” showing up when the horses didn’t feel well and everything in between I have the Best and most supportive mom in the world. (Yes she was behind the scenes for these photos too) I’ve had great instructors, mentors, guides, and inspirations through the years, especially the 10 years spent with the now MoonRise Theraputics crew.

All of this has lead me to where I am today. My mission with this program and my farm is to provide opportunities with horses that show and grow the connections between horses and humans. These opportunities will not be hindered by cost, and completely open to young and young at heart as we are never too young or old to learn.

Next Saturday, I am hosting a scholarship trail ride and BBQ. Please share or consider donating to our scholarship that allows dreams and my mission to become reality.
-Amy

10/09/2021

Did you know even horses see the dentist? Ymir, Mel (not pictured) and Whistle all saw Duncan yesterday. Their teeth were “floated” (filed) so that there weren’t any sharp edges or uneven wear.

06/09/2021

So lucky 🌈

06/09/2021

Coming next summer? Donkey rides anyone? You never know what might happen 💫

03/09/2021

Many of you know that my current "Riding Arena" is more of a temporary space. This fundraiser will allow me to create a safe, and permanent arena to serve even more people. A donation of any amount helps towards my goal of providing safe access to horses for everyone in our community.

Ever since I was young, my goal has been to have my own farm and live there with my horses. … Amy Kathryn Wood needs your support for Connected Hearts Arena

30/08/2021

The kids often ask how much I get to ride my own horses, and the truth is they are so busy with the kids in the summer it’s not much. Today is the last day before I return to school and I got to ride each of my girls 🥰

26/08/2021

The last week of lessons is always bittersweet. It is my favorite because the students get to test out their horse skills in new ways, but it also means the end of summer and back to school. Check out the new skill one of my older students got to try on her last lesson: Ponying!

25/08/2021

Summer 2021 so many happy riders!