Facilities and Services

 The farm's facility features a bright insulated roof clear span design indoor arena measuring an extraordinary 80' width, allowing for free flowing turns of the driving horse. The arena is equipped with surround-sound music for your riding and driving  pleasure.  The newly formulated sand base is filtered with silicone granular which reduces dust effectively and significantly without the obnoxious odor associated with oiling or rubber products used as arena base enhancers.  

During winter riding months, an extensive indoor trail course of bridges, flag pole, artificial trees, trotting poles, mailbox obstacles, etc. add to the fun of our private lesson program and general riding entertainment while testing and honing rider skill and confidence.

Outdoor amenities include two lighted arenas; one oval stone dust design and one sand round ring. There are six individual seeded pasture turnouts, including a large dirt turnout. The roadway is fenced with clean white four rail fence for safety.  The farm has private access to 1,000 acres of provincial forest domain with newly designated natural pathways and trails free of motorized vehicles, along with bridlepaths on the farm's newly acquired 93 acres.

The facility houses up to 35 horses under its umbrella of spacious aisles, equine infirmary, granary, tack rooms, fully equipped heated and air conditioned classroom/viewing room with a bird's eye view of the arena and much more. (The classroom is available for rental to horse club interests at a very economical rate). For our clients’ convenience, a handsomely appointed washroom is provided.  For relaxation, clients may seek refuge in the heated and air conditioned Horse and Hound Lounge, complete with satellite TV viewing.  During the sweltering heat of summer, a large screened Gazebo and shaded garden is also provided for the comfort of our guests.   A full electronic security system offers protection of the farm property and stables.

New to the farm in 2005, is the Equine Rehabilitation Wing. Our Emergency Veterinary Station is a  full equine veterinary treatment facility. This specially designed room also doubles as a research library with an extensive collection of health related equine videos, poster-size illustration charts and veterinary books. Vintage turn-of-the-century veterinary instruments, books, and memorabilia, adorns the walls, adding character and colour to this practical and educational centre. In addition, the farm has access to 24 hour on-call emergency veterinary care.  The farm has recently acquired a variable speed treadmill for conditioning of muscles and tendons. This new tool will add to a more speedy recovery and conditioning of horses.  If you are in need, feel free to contact us for assistance.

The TMHF Owner-Assisted Training Program is designed to help owners train their own horses under the guidance, supervision and training facility and environment of the farm.  You will be provided with the tools and skills to professionally and safely train your own horse under the tutelage of master horse trainer, Catherine Sampson.  Benefit and learn from 40 years of practical proven training experience.  This is a building block process.  The owner sets their personal accommodating agenda, practicing their  homework between professional training sessions.  Board fees and and private hourly training rate applies.

Private one-on-one instruction for harness, saddle and training skills is available for the mature older students as well as children, age 7 and older.  We specialize in the beginner, novice and/or nervous rider.  Our emphasis is on safety and to improve balance, enhance communication and riding skills, build confidence through rider psychology, all for the benefit of the horse and rider working together in partnership.  Our program is varied, exciting, rewarding and filled with just plain fun.  Please inquire as to the next available opening in our lesson program and for current times and rates. We go the extra mile for our kids.  All youth riders at the farm receive free membership to the Trillium Clip Clop Club.   Our mature riders can expect a lot of entertainment and relaxation through The Golden Stirrup Club.

NEW FOR 2007:  We are pleased to introduce the position of Lesson Coordinator to assist in grooming and tack up with students to ensure they are punctual for their lesson, spending more time in the saddle.  This will help alleviate congestion in the work areas and help the lesson program run smoothly.

Aerobics on Horseback  Looking to spice up your riding lesson?  Improve your balance, strength and timing while enjoying the music.  It is sheer fun and a great workout that will promise to rejuvenate you.  Shake off the winter blues with our Aerobics on Horseback.

Youth Harness Driving Lessons  Geared specifically for youngsters.  Discover the great fun, skill and thrill of driving a  horse.  All students will be accompanied by an experienced adult in the training cart.

Semi-Private Group Lesson  Here is an economical way to enjoy your lesson with others.  Classes are limited to a maximum of four students, with three students being the norm. 

Complete Driving Program Discover the romance of yesterday and the harness horse.  There is no prerequisite for driving experience and enrollment is limited.  Covered in this intensive program is extensive rein board work in the comfort of our classroom.  Learn safety, harness care and proper fit, develop ground driving skills and have practical "in cart" driving lessons.  Students can continue their advancement through private driving lessons.  

Show Program  For those who like the thrill of competition, the farm offers an affordable pay-per-show program.  The show program is open to students of the farm who wish to excel in their riding performance at "A" rated shows.  The show program includes rental of pure silk tailored saddle seat attire (7 suits to choose from), trailering, coaching fee, and permit. 

Join our "Adopt a Horse" program welcoming volunteer groomers for our senior citizen horses and expectant moms.

Mare Foaling and Weanling Handling Services For more than 25 years, the farm has been involved in the foaling of numerous mares. Take the worry out of foaling your mare with our experience and excellent veterinary care.  Services included late night foal watches, stall preparation, hygienic mare preparation, monitoring for vitals and foaling presentations, critical after care and handling of the newborn foaling.  Some imprinting techniques are performed along with haltering and leading lessons within 24 hours of birth, along with post-foaling care.  Veterinary attention is mandatory in all foalings. Weanling training and special feeding and care is also a service provided.  (Supplement Feed, Board and Veterinary fees are extra.)

Don't forget about our popular workshop series too. 

The farm also offers Horse Purchasing Consultations.  Draw from the farm's 40  years of expertise in the horse industry.   They will guide you in making the right choices.   

Morgan Commission Sales...  The farm is taking a few quality purebred Morgans for sale on commission.  Please feel free to e-mail the farm for further details on these established and new programs.  Be sure to ask for our Training Information Sheet, Welcome Letter for new boarders, Breeding Contract, Newsletter and other pertinent information you may require.

Finest Boarding Facility The farm also offers quality boarding on a first-come, first-serve basis and is famous for it's exceptional animal husbandry, hospitality and social activities. Four-feeding program, heated outdoor water tanks and round bale feeders during daily winter turnout.  Newly installed four rail vinyl wire fencing for added safety, seeded pastures and safe trail riding. 

Safe and Happy Trails  Boarders have access to a specially designed rider's first aid kit that they can easily carry with them.  Riders and cross-country harness drivers are also supplied with a "walkie/talkie" in the event of an emergency out on the trail.   We encourage all riders to wear approved safety helmets and protective vests when away from home.   

Library Services  The farm has a free library and video collection which is available to our clients. Whether it be health care related, training or just great horse movies, you are welcome to borrow these educational films and books to help further your education in the horse world. 

Explore our new Trillium Trail.  Meander through the private traffic-free bridle paths of the woodland areas of the farm.  Follow the picnic trail.  We are creating a unique picnic site including hitching rails for your horse.  Why not join us for our tranquil Sunrise Rides and serene Moonlight Rides. 

Revised: November 1, 2007
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