May 20, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses, Horseback riding
compost, farm horse, horse, horse farm, horseback riding, horses, pony rides
So this weekend was a wash – literally, it rained almost the whole time. I should not be complaining because I heard we need the rain but it did mess up some plans:
- I couldn’t let the horses out the pastures. The 2 rotation pastures are finally ready for grazing. The conditions have to be just right. If the ground is too soft they tear it up and create divots with their hooves.
- I had to cancel one of my lessons
But it did clear up enough to bring Heather over to the neighbor’s for pony rides at the kid’s party.
As you can see the good ol’ Heather was an Angel. She walked around the yard while the kids got their pony ride. For many of them it was their first time on a horse. They were so cute and in awe of the experience.
Part 2 of the weekend as all about Compost! As you can see my manure pile is growing so I posted an ad on Craigslist for free fertilizer. We delivered one truck load, for the price of gas and another gardner stopped by to pick up her own truck load.
May 15, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses
Perfect evening for a trail ride. Dalton, Nash, Shadow and I had a great time. Nashy was such a good boy. I was able to go bare back. Guessing my legs will be sore tomorrow, but it was so worth it.
May 13, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses
donate, horse, rescue, SaveNash, surgery
Nash the rescue horse at Golden Spike Farm needs hernia surgery. I am seeking the help of Animal Lovers to save his life.
Less than 1 month in and we are 1/5th of the way through our fund raising. A very BIG thank you to those who have supported so far.
Please visit the website and donate if you can. Every little bit helps so even the smallest donation will make a big difference.https://www.youcaring.com/save_nash
One other favor help me spread the word. Please share this on your wall and pages. I would be a great help to let more people know about this great horse that needs a chance to life a full and happy life.
Thank you!
May 12, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses
farm, napping. horse, sunbathing
Happy Mother’s Day!
Hope you get the chance to rest like Apple Jacks.
May 8, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses, Horseback riding
horse, horse farm, kisses, trail rides
This weekend was perfect for doing farm stuff. We went on a trail ride
Gave a few of the horses baths. After which Apple promptly rolled of course
Then there was the usual silliness and mayhem.
May 8, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Horseback riding
horseback riding, horses
Why Rising Trot Is Not Rising At All.
I have a couple of horseback riding lesson students who could benefit from this.
May 3, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses
cowgirl, equine, farm, field, grass, horse, pasture, SaveNash
Yesterday evening was perfect. The sun was thinking about setting, there wasn’t a cloud in the sky and the air was crisp & cool. The back pasture was the perfect setting for Judy Reinford, photographer, to do her photo shoot of Nash and some of me.
You see after hearing his story (click on the picture) she offered to help raise money for Nash’s hernia surgery. The first being volunteering her time and talents to have professional photos in the website and flyers.
April 26, 2013
Golden Spike Farm
Farm Horses
blossoms, farm, graze, horse, nature, plants, save nash, spring
Word is spreading and the grass roots campaign raise funds for Nash’s Hernia surgery just passed it’s first week. I realized I failed to show you how bad the hernia is and what the surgery will fix. This week we decided to shave the spot so we could get a clear view of how bad it is.
Then after taking these photos Nash and I had some quality time while he munched on some grass in between the spring blossoms.
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As you can see the good ol’ Heather was an Angel. She walked around the yard while the kids got their pony ride. For many of them it was their first time on a horse. They were so cute and in awe of the experience.
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