The sun came out and you know what that means — getting outside on the ranch trail course. Building horse and rider confidence in our controlled environment helps our students have fun and stay safer in any equine endeavor they wish to pursue. Our students learn how to read the horse in a variety of…
Stock up for Spring! Hayhuts, hay nets, halters galore
What’s on your shopping list for the season? The Tack Trunk has you covered, right here in Penn Valley, CA. We’ve got fly masks and Coat Defense to help your horse stay comfortable in the warmer weather. We have hay nets — include slow feed style — for your barn and trailer. We have grooming…
Playing Outside the Arena
Our adult students often do their lessons with a full-sized horse that they own or lease. But even the adults need to get outside and play with the ponies once in a while! Our students had the chance to practice reading their pony and adjusting their energy, technique, and expectations according to what their pony…
Mini horses, big learning
If you follow us on Facebook, you may have noticed that our mini herd gets lots of likes for their cuteness! The herd also provides a unique educational opportunity for students in our lesson program. Our minis give students a chance to interact safely with horses who are a little spicier than the horses we…
Holiday Sale 2023
Holiday sale at our tack shop! Everything is 10% off and we pay the sales tax. Sale ends on 12/23/23. We have stocking stuffers, new and used clothing, helmets, breeches, boots, full grooming kits, ropes, tack, horses blankets, pads, dog coats and so much more. The shop is open now. See you soon! The Tack…
New Foal Classes Added – Join us in June 2023!
In June, our foals will get to explore beyond their pen. We’ll take them to the covered arena for exploration and play. Classes are Saturdays June 3, 10, 17, and 24 at 12:30pm. Each class lasts about an hour. $75 per class or $200 for all four sessions. Contact us to sign up.
Spring 2023 Foal Class Roundup
The first foal class brought much learning and laughter to our students. Our mini foals, Falcon and Rambler, exhibited curiosity and exuberance. Our students noted that Falcon is more extroverted in his behavior. He walked right onto the tarp, mouthed the cone, and was very interested in the grooming tools our students were holding. Rambler…
Back Stage Pass: Trail Preparation
Our trail preparation back stage pass is always a popular event, so sign up soon to reserve your spot. Learn how to see the trail from the perspective of the horse and see how we help horses develop confidence, curiosity, and skills. You’ll see how we use our ranch trail course and objects such as…
Back Stage Pass: Prepare Your Horse for Dental
This month’s Back Stage Pass event is scheduled for March 29, 2023, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. We will show you how we prepare horses for their visits to the equine dentist. We’ll cover trailer loading, needles, clippers, gloves, and vital signs. The Back Stage Pass is our “behind the scenes” training series. You get…
New colors, designs in our Etsy store
We have dozens of colors and many patterns available for rope halters, lead ropes, and reins in our Etsy store at EquinePartnersInc. You can choose colors, weave patterns, and length to get that perfect look and feel for your horses and dogs. We can help you find the right size for your equine partner. All…
EPI Program Events for 2023
We are excited to announce our upcoming events! Here’s a roundup of this year’s events. Follow us on Facebook or check this blog for more info closer to these dates. Space is limited and payment reserves your spot. All Ages Back Stage Pass – Go behind the scenes to watch training sessions with young horses…
In Memory: Nakota, a true mentor and leader
We said goodbye to Nakota today. We are so grateful to our students and their families who have loved Nakota, donated for his retirement care, and shared their Nakota stories with us. Nakota (1998-2022) was a special soul. He was Erin’s personal teacher, especially in the areas of respect and leadership. He was a master…
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