Eden Equine

Awesome morning of stable management learning colours, markings and points of our horses. Thanks to Emmy for being such a good sport!

Hey guys! Finally making its long awaited debut...... (drum roll please!!) Kids’ stable management!... This Saturday oct 3rd 10:30-11:30 $25 This week we will be learning colours, markings and body part! Let me know if your coming. So excited to finally be offering this!

Hey guys! Just a reminder that we are taking a short break from lessons from sept 11-20th. Then we will be moving into our fall schedule. I’ll be in touch with everyone closer to the 20th to confirm times. If you have any special requests now is the time to let me know so I can sort out the schedule and make things work. Also please stay tuned to this page as I will be posting some new offerings throughout the fall/winter season. Have a safe back to school everyone!

Hey guys! Just a reminder that I am away this week Sunday-Tuesday. Sam and Madi (our new workaway) will be around taking care of things. See you in a few days!

Herbie is ready for his next partner to take him in any direction. Please message me for more details. https://www.kijiji.ca///3yo-13-2hh-pony-gelding/1518579483

We have 2 spots available for full board starting September 1st. Horses live out in small groups with 3 hay feedings a day. Sand ring and trails on site. Please message me for more details and to set up a time to come check us out $420/mo

Here’s a great way for anyone looking to learn more about horses and support a great cause!

Alrighty folks! We are officially (finally!!) open for lessons. So please msg or call me and let’s get back in the saddle! Lessons, training and sales. We are pumped to be back at it. Space is limited.

It’s been a week of all the ponies wearing their big girl pants! Katniss went on her first real bushwhacking trail up the mountain and was an absolute champ. And Emmy worked a day of moving cows on the range. Also a champ! Times are a bit different and we’re just rolling with it.

How’s everyone doing out there? Me; some days I’m rocking it and others...well there are many days I put breeches on and don’t even get to ride. But with that said; it looks like Equestrian Canada is starting to open things back up and we can slowly begin to get back in the saddle. So bear with me while I figure out what the new guidelines mean and how they’ll apply to us and what things will look like going forwards. ... Please feel free to message me and we’ll get this ball rolling slowly. I hope you are all well and no one has cut their own bangs! https://www.equestrian.ca///original/cRSrWCZPbutzEN8Qg.pdf

Here is one of the ways we are still training horses but making smart choices about safety.... This is Herbie (well his booty). To help expose him to the big wide world without having to be on his back, Herbie has been learning to ground drive. We started this winter just around the yard and then in the ring and have now progressed to going for a stroll around our big field. Not only does he get to see all of the things, but he is also working on his whoa, go, and steer.

Hey guys! How is everyone holding up out there? I guess it’s time I got my ducks in a row and updated everyone. The world is essentially on lock down. Covid 19 is here and between social distancing (typically a solid activity choice of mine; less so when forced) and our small town being in a state of emergency, we are closed (temporarily paused for those optimists out there) for most services for the time being. I am sure most of you already know that our governing bodies (...Equestrian Canada and Horse Council BC) as well as our insurance company (Capri) have taken the lead to ensure social distancing and safe practices are followed and told us to shut our gates to all but those essential to the care of the animals. While this is partially to avoid the spread of the virus, we must accept that we are in a high risk sport. Even when things are going right there is a chance that things could go very very wrong in an instant. (Always wear your helmet folks!). The last thing we want is to land in the ER and add to the plates of our already stressed health care system. What does this mean in reality? Day to day? I will do my best to keep you all updated on the goings on here on the farm, as well as some great things to play with and try out on your ponies at home. For those of you without the luxury of your own equine at home, I will be posting some links for some online stable management and perhaps some fun pony games. For now, take advantage of this slow start to the season and go for a walk. On a horse, with a horse or with your family. The fresh air does wonders for your soul. And take a moment to listen, feel the season, this moment, It’s a wickedly weird world out there right now. Not what any of us requested but that doesn’t mean we can’t take this time to rest, learn and grow. Both with our horses and within ourselves.

Herbie is ready for his new home! Herbie is a 2017 feral pony 13.3hh stocky gelding I have had him since winter 2018. He is fully adapted to life as a civilized pony. Halter broke, ties, lunges, ground drives, easy to catch, wears boots, blankets and all his tack. He is decent for vet and farrier. Up to date on worming, vacc & teeth. He has been backed and ridden in the ring at the walk and will continue his education until he has found his next home. ... He is a good boy, keen for a job but having been feral I would recommend he goes to a home with knowledge and in a program with the assistance of a regular trainer. 1.2.0.0 Videos available upon request. See more

Our ring is ready to go! (Most days after about 12) Are you looking for somewhere to haul out to? Wanting to start building your horse’s fitness? The ring is a small but functional 20X40 sand ring. $10/haul in. HCBC, signed waiver/rules, and helmets mandatory. Please message me for to set up a time and get forms. *no the grass isn’t this green yet! Bear in mind if it’s extra cold or snowy the ring still maybe frozen. Just ask.

Woohoo! Thanks for all the likes guys! We have reached 200! Please keep it up as the riding season is almost here and this is the place to stay up to date with all of our happenings. I will be using this platform primarily to post events, lessons, clinics and other local equine news. Make sure you like and share so you don't miss out!

Anyone need their horses teeth done?

‘Tis the season to renew all of your membership! Do you know which ones you’ll need this year? Now is the best time to start putting some thought into what you want your season to look like. We may not be getting a lot of riding in just yet but if you have an idea of your goals, then you’ve got a head start to the season and will be ready to go once Mother Nature is. Feel free to be in touch if you’d like a hand planning your show season.

We have 1 spot for boarding open Jan 1st. Full board is $380+gst/mo. Horses live out 24/7 in small group paddocks (4) with access to heated water & shelter. They are fed 3 hay feedings & 2 grains daily. We have a round pen, 20X40 ring and tack room. As well as trail access. Please message me for more details or to arrange a viewing.

Well, Mother Nature is a bit all over the map so I think I’m going to call the 2019 lesson season officially over. I am over the moon to announce that this was the busiest & longest season here in Merritt yet! I am so proud of what each of you has accomplished so far and look forwards to being part of your journeys going forwards into 2020!... If you haven’t already, please like and follow our page so you can stay up to date with all the upcoming plans and events. I’ve got lots up my sleeve for the upcoming season so stay tuned!

Alrighty guys! I am back and in action. The weather looks promising so I’ll be in touch with everyone for lessons this week. Thanks for your patience while I was away