Boarder Spotlight Series: Meet Susan & Teddy!

Good Morning!

Today we are continuing our boarder spotlight series! Meet Susan Lauffer and her horse Teddy!

1.) Can you tell me a little bit about your horse(s)?
Teddy is a 14 year-old Percheron/TB gelding that I’ve owned for 8 years. He’s a wonderful horse who can jump a 3-foot course one day and teach a beginner lesson the next. He’s very friendly and knows how to get strangers to pay attention to him and give him treats.

2.) How long have you been at Southwind?
I’ve been at Southwind for about 12 years. I came with a mare named Emma who was determined to always be sick or injured. I finally retired her at Southwind where she happily lived out her years. Then I had an OTTB named Yankee who had to be retired due to very bad kissing spine. But the third time’s been the charm with Teddy!

3.) What types of riding/competing do you do (if any)? 
I grew up doing the hunter/jumpers but switched to eventing and dressage. Teddy and I have also done a few jumper shows.

4.) What is your favorite part about being at Southwind
My favorite part of Southwind is the great group of boarders and people who work there. It’s a terrific place!
And a very special event at Southwind was the day a few months ago when I looked into a stall and saw Arrow, who was the very first horse I ever owned! I had sold him almost 20 years ago and had no idea he had moved into the barn. He’s over 30 now, but he’s in great shape and his owner Maggie takes incredible care of him. It’s been great to see him again!

*NEW* Boarder Spotlight Series: Janet & Jenny

Good Morning everyone!

Today we are starting our new 'Southwind Boarder Spotlight Series' where we ask our boarders a set of questions to learn more about them & their horse(s)! Up first is boarder Janet and her mare Jenny!

1.) Can you tell me a little bit about your horse?
Jenny is a 13-year-old Thoroughbred mare who raced at Finger Lakes without ever putting a lot into it. I bought her as a 3-year-old after her trainer realized nothing was going to change.

2.) How long have you been at Southwind?
Since spring of 2001, when I moved my late mare Molly to the farm. Jenny arrived in 2005.

3.) What types of riding/competing do you do (if any)?
Low-level eventing and jumpers, and some dressage.

4.) What is your favorite part about being at Southwind? 
The consistency of the care, low-key atmosphere, and the tack room conversations.

Calling all Southwind Boarders

Good morning everyone!

Here on the blog we are looking to do a mini-series to highlight our wonderful boarders!! So, if you are a current boarder at the farm please email tara@mythiclanding.com for a short list of questions to fill out! We really have such a great environment at the farm and we want to share more about our wonderful boarders!

Also, if you are looking to come join in the fun this winter (with an indoor arena!) please email Sheri at sherithornley@msn.com or visit: http://southwindfarminc.com/

Our awesome IEA Team for Northern Light Farm here at Southwind 

Don't forget... a few spots open for boarders!

Good morning!

We hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed it with friends and family. On this chilly Monday morning, we wanted to remind everyone that there are still a few board openings at Southwind for the winter! Our experienced staff all live on the property and help maintain a routine that keeps our horses happy and healthy.  Not only do we have the facilities you need to train your competition horse, there are also miles of trails for conditioning and pleasure.  All types of riding are welcome, as are your own blacksmith and veterinarian.  We have always emphasized a relaxed atmosphere that is essential to every horse’s well-being regardless of discipline.  Our location in Damascus, Montgomery County, MD provides easy access to I-270 and I-70.

PS- did we mention that we have an indoor arena!?!? 

Be sure to check us out and contact owner Sheri Thornley today to set up your appointment!
www.southwindfarminc.com

Happy Thanksgiving from Southwind Farm!

Good morning everyone, 

Not much going on this week with the upcoming holiday so we wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving to all of our wonderful clients, boarders and 4-legged friends! We hope that you have a nice holiday and are able to enjoy it. 

We know that Spike is looking forward to any Thanksgiving scraps he may find... 

Calling all geldings!!

Good morning!

We hope that everyone had an enjoyable weekend. Did you know, that here at Southwind we accept all types of horses and disciplines into our farm family? However, (even though we love our mares) we are currently looking for a few geldings to add to the herd! If you have a gelding and are looking for a place to board with an indoor this winter, come check us out!
We also allow boarders to bring in their own farrier and veterinarian as well! We are a place to board where everyone is welcomed, so be sure to visit our website for more info:  http://southwindfarminc.com/

Southwind mascot, Spike, says "We need some more guys to join me around here!" 

We can't forget the Waredaca results!

Good morning,

With the fall competition season coming to a close, we forgot to mention the results from the Waredaca Fall Starter two weekends ago! Sheri took her baby horse, Biricchino aka "B," to compete in the Beginner Novice Horse-A division and finished in 4th place!! He is really catching on to the eventing world and learning how fun it is!

Boarder Lauren Carey also competed her horse, Jackalack, for their 2nd event ever in the Beginner Novice Rider-B division and WON! Lauren may be new to the eventing world, but based on how well she has done these past two events, we think she may be hooked!

Lauren & Jackalack looking great! 

(Photo from her Facebook) 

Lisa Austin was right behind her in the same division finishing with a tie for 2nd place with her horse, Lookndownthebarrel. Great job!

We also just have to share this incredible photo of Sheri's horse, Toga, taken by the very talented
Pamela Heemskerk-Hefley! What a great group of people we have at Southwind!