It's Clinic Time!!! Lauren Sprieser will be here next Friday and Saturday, September 28th & 29th! Please let me know asap if the following ride times do not work for you. Also, remember to mail you clinic fee, waiver, and coggins to PO Box 541, Wytheville, VA, 24382, if you have not already done so. Thank you!
Friday, September 28th
3:15 Caroline Stephens
4:00 Barbara Nelson
4:45 Sydney Stephens
5:30 Elaine Flory
6:15 Molly Watson
Saturday, September 29th
8:00 Molly Watson
8:45 Caroline Stephens
9:30 Laura Nelson
10:15 Beth Friedel
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Fall is in the air . . .
After the trip of a lifetime to Paris and London, we are back at Sally Run and already back in school! Paris was magical, the Olympics and London were spectacular, but it sure feels good to wake up in our own beds, walk outside in our PJ's, and breathe that amazing mountain air. We were able to catch a lot of the action at the Olympics, but our favorites were tennis, track cycling, and dressage - mainly because the venues were unbelievable and with strong British contenders, the crowds were the most fun. The dressage events in particular were awe-inspiring. Our hats went off to Steffen Peters for what was likely Ravel's last trip down centerline. Ravel has been our top horse for so long, and US Dressage owes him so much for carrying our team for the past 5 years!
So, as we head into fall, we are thinking about clinics again at the farm. Our next one with Lauren Sprieser is September 28th - 29th. Please email me (caroline@sallyrun.com) if you would like to ride and let me know which day. We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer - it always goes by too quickly - and we look forward to seeing you on the farm!!
P.S. The pony B&B is open (hallelujah!), so we have plenty of stabling for our guest equines!!
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Clinic update
We have rescheduled the September clinic so it will no longer conflict with the Sept. 22 SWVADA show. The new dates are Friday, September 28 - Saturday, September 29. Let me know if you are interested in riding (caroline@sallyrun.com), and, yes, the new pony B&B is (finally) ready for occupation!!!
Friday, July 6, 2012
July Clinic Canceled
I regret to announce that we are canceling the July clinic with Lauren Sprieser. With so many traveling to Dressage at Lexington next week, a clinic the following weekend was just too much, so we look forward to seeing everyone in September. FYI - Lauren and I are working to adjust the clinic date for September since the SWVADA show has been moved to that weekend, so I will post the date once it is confirmed! Stay cool, and hopefully we'll see lots of you in Lexington!
Monday, June 18, 2012
To be so blessed . . .
I haven't written a true post in forever, but this is the perfect week for an update. Remember when I predicted that 2012 would be an awesome year? Well, it's definitely living up to my hype! After a disappointing start when I had to retire both of my big guys (Caruso & Barney) and all of the emotion that comes with that decision, the blessings just started pouring in and on all of us at Sally Run. This past week was the most exceptional yet. The greatest blessings come in the form of new friendships, and I am grateful to have a handful of wonderful people to call new friends.
While the press was eating up dressage as their sport du jour, we had the most charming visitors in Junior Rider Hannah Hewitt, her precious horse Lasall, and her equally precious family. These are the kind of people I love having around the barn and would love to catch up with at horse shows! A young lady who adores and appreciates her horse, her cute-as-a-bug younger sister who was more than happy to serve as her sister's groom at the Festival of Champions, and parents who have embraced the sport because they love their children and value all of the life lessons these experiences have to offer - it really doesn't get any better than that. And while the rest of the country was obsessing over the cost of saddles and horses, I spent my week appreciating the great distance a parent will travel (physically, emotionally, and financially) to help their child reach their dream. Horses are expensive, no doubt, but so are kids. I haven't read too many articles complaining about parents who choose to have a large family - and they shouldn't. What people choose to invest their time, energy, and money into is their own business. Years ago my husband asked a horse show dad why he spent these large amounts of money on horses, tack, and show clothes for his daughter, and he responded that he would take out a second mortgage to keep her in love with horses and not with boys. As parents of an almost teenaged daughter, we are beginning to appreciate that sentiment! So, I am thankful for our convenient location that allowed me the opportunity to meet a great family and another sweet, happy horse who reminded me why I love these animals and this sport so much.
Our next blessing came in the form of another visitor to Sally Run. We had the complete honor of hosting our guest artist/instructor from SCAD for Wythe County's first Art Intensive program. I think it is safe to say that Meagan Averill is now considered part of our family! Not only did she exceed every expectation in designing, organizing, and executing an amazing art program for 45 children in our community, but she also truly embraced our little town and our family - it was one of those divine experiences where you just know this person was meant to become a part of your life. We are already missing her beautiful presence, but I feel certain our paths will cross again in the near future! It is a great blessing to have a vision fulfilled beyond expectation and to have found a true friend in the process. We hope Meagan won't be a stranger to Wytheville or Sally Run.
This is getting long - but there is a lot for which to be thankful . . .
After I don't know how many years, Bruce finally came in first in the Big Walker Century Ride this past Saturday. Although not technically a race, this hometown charity ride he helped get started has been a little bit of an Achilles heel, and with a stomach bug going into it, 2012 wasn't looking any better. Thankfully, he was riding with a great group of guys, and he was able to hang in there until he started feeling better and finished strong. Now he is shifting into full Ironman training mode again, so the kids and I would greatly appreciate your prayers for patience and understanding until September :)
Saving the best for last, the kids are off to the best summer ever! Not only did we get out of school May 24th - a record for us- but the kids have already enjoyed lake time, pool time, and an awesome week of art! We were extremely proud as they showed their work at the grand finale art show Friday night. Rowdy is participating in Camp Invention this week - which fits him to a tee, and Sydney is preparing for her first trip to Dressage at Lexington as a competitor. I am super excited to go as the horse show mom, but I know I will likely be more nervous for her than I would be if I were showing myself. It certainly helps to have a super pony to pack her around - another of our many blessings.
So that is the long and short of it - everyone is healthy and happy, and we live in the most beautiful place on earth. I'll say it again - 2012 rocks!
While the press was eating up dressage as their sport du jour, we had the most charming visitors in Junior Rider Hannah Hewitt, her precious horse Lasall, and her equally precious family. These are the kind of people I love having around the barn and would love to catch up with at horse shows! A young lady who adores and appreciates her horse, her cute-as-a-bug younger sister who was more than happy to serve as her sister's groom at the Festival of Champions, and parents who have embraced the sport because they love their children and value all of the life lessons these experiences have to offer - it really doesn't get any better than that. And while the rest of the country was obsessing over the cost of saddles and horses, I spent my week appreciating the great distance a parent will travel (physically, emotionally, and financially) to help their child reach their dream. Horses are expensive, no doubt, but so are kids. I haven't read too many articles complaining about parents who choose to have a large family - and they shouldn't. What people choose to invest their time, energy, and money into is their own business. Years ago my husband asked a horse show dad why he spent these large amounts of money on horses, tack, and show clothes for his daughter, and he responded that he would take out a second mortgage to keep her in love with horses and not with boys. As parents of an almost teenaged daughter, we are beginning to appreciate that sentiment! So, I am thankful for our convenient location that allowed me the opportunity to meet a great family and another sweet, happy horse who reminded me why I love these animals and this sport so much.
Our next blessing came in the form of another visitor to Sally Run. We had the complete honor of hosting our guest artist/instructor from SCAD for Wythe County's first Art Intensive program. I think it is safe to say that Meagan Averill is now considered part of our family! Not only did she exceed every expectation in designing, organizing, and executing an amazing art program for 45 children in our community, but she also truly embraced our little town and our family - it was one of those divine experiences where you just know this person was meant to become a part of your life. We are already missing her beautiful presence, but I feel certain our paths will cross again in the near future! It is a great blessing to have a vision fulfilled beyond expectation and to have found a true friend in the process. We hope Meagan won't be a stranger to Wytheville or Sally Run.
This is getting long - but there is a lot for which to be thankful . . .
After I don't know how many years, Bruce finally came in first in the Big Walker Century Ride this past Saturday. Although not technically a race, this hometown charity ride he helped get started has been a little bit of an Achilles heel, and with a stomach bug going into it, 2012 wasn't looking any better. Thankfully, he was riding with a great group of guys, and he was able to hang in there until he started feeling better and finished strong. Now he is shifting into full Ironman training mode again, so the kids and I would greatly appreciate your prayers for patience and understanding until September :)
Saving the best for last, the kids are off to the best summer ever! Not only did we get out of school May 24th - a record for us- but the kids have already enjoyed lake time, pool time, and an awesome week of art! We were extremely proud as they showed their work at the grand finale art show Friday night. Rowdy is participating in Camp Invention this week - which fits him to a tee, and Sydney is preparing for her first trip to Dressage at Lexington as a competitor. I am super excited to go as the horse show mom, but I know I will likely be more nervous for her than I would be if I were showing myself. It certainly helps to have a super pony to pack her around - another of our many blessings.
So that is the long and short of it - everyone is healthy and happy, and we live in the most beautiful place on earth. I'll say it again - 2012 rocks!
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Clinic Tomorrow and Monday!!
Here are the ride times for tomorrow and Monday. Next clinic is scheduled for July 22-23 (Sunday-Monday). If you are interested in riding, please let me know by July 1st.
Sunday, June 3
3:30 Kim Huffman
4:15 Michaela Bethard
5:00 Caroline Stephens
5:45 Lisa Terry
Monday, June 4
7:30 Sydney Stephens
8:15 Molly Watson
9:00 Lisa Terry
9:45 Michaela Bethard
Monday, May 14, 2012
Next clinic in less than 3 weeks!!
We had a wonderful weekend with Lauren Sprieser and welcomed friends, new and old, to Sally Run. Big thanks to Lauren and all of those who made the trip to Wytheville! Our next clinic is going to slip right up on me, so please let me know if you intend to ride on June 3rd or 4th (Sunday and Monday this time). Email me at caroline@sallyrun.com if you need more information or want to get on the list!
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