Rest Easy Emmie, we will miss you!
Monday, April 27, 2015
Saying Goodbye Is Never Easy
Last week, Sheri and the Southwind Family had to say goodbye to her beloved beagle, Emmie. Emmie was a great dog that Sheri had since she was a puppy and it was just her time. Emmie will be greatly missed around the farm, and her memories will not be forgotten!
Monday, April 20, 2015
Updates from Northern Light Farm
Good Morning Everyone,
We wanted to give you updates this morning from Northern Light Farm!
First off we have to welcome Amanda and Ashlyn Halliday to Southwind Farm and congratulate them on their new pony Vanna. We are very excited to have them here and are searching for a second horse for her mother Amanda!
The Northern Light crew went to Swan Lake Stables last weekend and had a wonderful first show of the season. Not only did they come away with five Champions, we had some amazing breakthroughs.
What a bang to start the year with! We are so very proud of all our riders and horses and their accomplishments that Sunday.
Ashlyn also took her new pony Wheel of Fortune aka Vanna to Swan Lake and cleaned up with two Champion ribbons. Ashlyn was a star and went for the gold by cantering her first course ever at the show! Both mother and trainer were surprised, amazed and proud all in the same breath.
Samantha Steckel showed Northern Light aka Simon and won Champion in the Hopeful Hunter division. It was also her first time doing a course of more than a few jumps. Both Simon and Samantha did a fantastic job. They are a pair to look out for in the future! And thanks Aubrey Mills for grooming for Samantha!
Sofya Krasikova and Cookies and Cream were Champion in both the Short Stirrup and the Childrens Pony division too. They were the last to go and they didn't disappoint us in the least! The pair has been struggling to get all the bits and pieces in line and they did just that. (Very Proud!) Also, Sofya's little sister Marina rode as well and did her very first lead line class. She got a 2nd place ribbon that she really was happy to have!
Way to go everyone!
We wanted to give you updates this morning from Northern Light Farm!
First off we have to welcome Amanda and Ashlyn Halliday to Southwind Farm and congratulate them on their new pony Vanna. We are very excited to have them here and are searching for a second horse for her mother Amanda!
The Northern Light crew went to Swan Lake Stables last weekend and had a wonderful first show of the season. Not only did they come away with five Champions, we had some amazing breakthroughs.
What a bang to start the year with! We are so very proud of all our riders and horses and their accomplishments that Sunday.
Ashlyn also took her new pony Wheel of Fortune aka Vanna to Swan Lake and cleaned up with two Champion ribbons. Ashlyn was a star and went for the gold by cantering her first course ever at the show! Both mother and trainer were surprised, amazed and proud all in the same breath.
Ashlyn & Vanna
Samantha Steckel showed Northern Light aka Simon and won Champion in the Hopeful Hunter division. It was also her first time doing a course of more than a few jumps. Both Simon and Samantha did a fantastic job. They are a pair to look out for in the future! And thanks Aubrey Mills for grooming for Samantha!
Sofya Krasikova and Cookies and Cream were Champion in both the Short Stirrup and the Childrens Pony division too. They were the last to go and they didn't disappoint us in the least! The pair has been struggling to get all the bits and pieces in line and they did just that. (Very Proud!) Also, Sofya's little sister Marina rode as well and did her very first lead line class. She got a 2nd place ribbon that she really was happy to have!
Samantha & Simon
Little sister Marina
Way to go everyone!
Monday, April 13, 2015
Did you know?
Good Morning,
It was a beautiful weekend in Maryland and we hope that everyone was able to enjoy it! Did you know, that here at Southwind we accept all types of horses and disciplines into our farm family? We also allow boarders to bring in their own farrier and veterinarian as well! If you are looking for a great place to come board where everyone is welcomed, visit our website for more info: http://southwindfarminc.com/
We also want to congratulate Kenneth Harkness and J-Walker (aka "JJ"), for their 5th place finish in the Beginner Novice- A division yesterday at The Maryland Horse Trials Spring Starter #2! Way to go!
It was a beautiful weekend in Maryland and we hope that everyone was able to enjoy it! Did you know, that here at Southwind we accept all types of horses and disciplines into our farm family? We also allow boarders to bring in their own farrier and veterinarian as well! If you are looking for a great place to come board where everyone is welcomed, visit our website for more info: http://southwindfarminc.com/
We also want to congratulate Kenneth Harkness and J-Walker (aka "JJ"), for their 5th place finish in the Beginner Novice- A division yesterday at The Maryland Horse Trials Spring Starter #2! Way to go!
Monday, April 6, 2015
Congrats to Jennifer & Cally
Good Morning Everyone,
It's a beautiful day here in Maryland and the horses are happy!! If you would like to join us this spring, please contact Sheri at sherithornley@msn.com today to find out about boarding opportunities.
On another note, we wanted to say congratulations to one of our boarders Jennifer Martin! Jennifer and her horse Cally went to their first dressage show of the season this past Sunday. They competed at the VADA/NOVA show at Morven Park, in the new 2015 Training 1 and Training 2 tests. They finished 3rd and 6th respectively, starting the year off on a good note they plan to build upon! Way to go girls!
Here is Cally with her 3rd place ribbon:
It's a beautiful day here in Maryland and the horses are happy!! If you would like to join us this spring, please contact Sheri at sherithornley@msn.com today to find out about boarding opportunities.
On another note, we wanted to say congratulations to one of our boarders Jennifer Martin! Jennifer and her horse Cally went to their first dressage show of the season this past Sunday. They competed at the VADA/NOVA show at Morven Park, in the new 2015 Training 1 and Training 2 tests. They finished 3rd and 6th respectively, starting the year off on a good note they plan to build upon! Way to go girls!
Here is Cally with her 3rd place ribbon:
*Remember, we love sharing results from all of our boarders on here! If you have something fun you and your horse recently did, please email Tara today!
Monday, March 30, 2015
Spring is *almost* here
Good Morning!
It looks like this week at Southwind Farm we may have temperatures staying steady in the mid-50's! Before you know it the pastures will be green again and horses won't be as bored going out! Remember, if you want to come board at a place where you are more than just a number, come join the Southwind Farm family! We have various cross-country schooling obstacles around the farm premise, two rings, an indoor arena, trails for hacking and more! Contact Sheri today for more information: sherithornley@msn.com
It looks like this week at Southwind Farm we may have temperatures staying steady in the mid-50's! Before you know it the pastures will be green again and horses won't be as bored going out! Remember, if you want to come board at a place where you are more than just a number, come join the Southwind Farm family! We have various cross-country schooling obstacles around the farm premise, two rings, an indoor arena, trails for hacking and more! Contact Sheri today for more information: sherithornley@msn.com
Monday, March 23, 2015
Great Weekend at Carolina International!!
Good Morning,
This past weekend was the Carolina International Horse Trials at the Carolina Horse Park. Sheri and her horse Toga, were back in action and competed in the Open Training-A division finishing in 11th place! Andrew McConnon also competed Sheri's horse Ari (Azari) again in the Open Preliminary-A division and won!! Way to go Andrew & Ari!
Sheri is on her way home this morning and we are excited to have her back at the farm! Ari however, is staying down in North Carolina and is now being offered for sale. Stay tuned for more information to come. And, if you know anyone looking for their next upper-level horse, please contact Sheri today at: sherithornley@msn.com
This past weekend was the Carolina International Horse Trials at the Carolina Horse Park. Sheri and her horse Toga, were back in action and competed in the Open Training-A division finishing in 11th place! Andrew McConnon also competed Sheri's horse Ari (Azari) again in the Open Preliminary-A division and won!! Way to go Andrew & Ari!
Sheri is on her way home this morning and we are excited to have her back at the farm! Ari however, is staying down in North Carolina and is now being offered for sale. Stay tuned for more information to come. And, if you know anyone looking for their next upper-level horse, please contact Sheri today at: sherithornley@msn.com
Ari and Andrew in the show jumping - thanks to Ann Adams for this photo!
And during cross country:
Thank you to Allie Conrad Photography for sharing this beautiful photo of Ari!
Monday, March 16, 2015
Sharing an article on Spring Horse Care
Good Morning!
While the weather is finally starting to warm up, things at Southwind right now are uneventful (in a good way!). So, until all of our boarders get back into the swing of show season, we'd like to share an informational article with you on spring horse care. This article, shared from Smartpakequine.com, talks about management strategies to get your horse ready for the new season. Enjoy!
And remember, if you have started your show season and have results you want us to share, please email them today to Sheri or tara@mythiclanding.com
Houses get a spring cleaning, cars gets a spring tune-up . . . why shouldn’t horses receive the same extra attention when the weather turns warm and their duties change? Make the most of the professionals available to you, and learn as much as you can about your horse and his individual needs.
First, schedule a visit with your veterinarian. When you make the appointment, tell them you want a complete physical examination with extra time for questions and perhaps even a nutritional consultation. If you need a Coggins test, health certificate or any other tests or paperwork, be sure and mention that too. Review with your veterinarian any problems that occurred over the winter or concerns about the upcoming season. Between this discussion and your veterinarian’s physical exam findings, you should be able as a team to develop a treatment or preventive maintenance program that is customized for your horse.
During this visit, maximize the "quality time" with your veterinarian by getting involved:
Learn how to body condition score and weight tape your horse properly
Determine if the type or amount of hay, grain and supplements you feed needs to change
Take a core sample of your hay and give it to your veterinarian for analysis
Inspect your horse’s skin, coat and hooves for poor quality or disease conditions
Discuss parasite control and submit a fecal sample
Learn what new diseases may be occurring in your area and request specific vaccinations (such as equine herpesvirus – 1)
With your veterinarian, examine your horse’s mouth and develop a dental plan (have your vet or an equine dentist float the teeth if necessary)
Explain your riding and showing plans for the season and ask your veterinarian’s opinion on proper conditioning
Evaluate your horse’s risk for conditions like colic, laminitis and ulcers by sharing turnout strategy: how much time will he been in a stall vs. turned out and will he have access to pasture
Find out if your horse may benefit from electrolytes, antioxidants, joint supplements or other products if you plan to travel or show
Other professionals you may need to schedule visits with include your farrier, equine dentist and nutritionist. If you’re responsible for maintaining pastures, you may want to work with someone from a university, county extension office or even feed dealer to prepare your pastures so they can support your horse(s) activity and nutrition.
Finally, whether you compete or just ride for fun, work with your trainer (if you have one) to design a training and conditioning program so that your horse is fit mentally and physically for his task. Incorporate your veterinarian’s recommendations on proper conditioning, and remember that training is teaching your horse skills and conditioning is improving his flexibility, muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness. You need both programs to succeed and to keep your horse sound. In general, increase the intensity of your horse’s work OR the length/time but not both at the same time. For example, if you have been walking your horse for 30 minutes a day during the winter, either walk for 25 minutes and trot for 5 minutes OR walk for 45 minutes.
For detailed instructions on how to prepare your horse for a specific discipline, such as dressage, three-day eventing or reining, read Conditioning Sport Horses by Dr. Hilary M. Clayton.
While the weather is finally starting to warm up, things at Southwind right now are uneventful (in a good way!). So, until all of our boarders get back into the swing of show season, we'd like to share an informational article with you on spring horse care. This article, shared from Smartpakequine.com, talks about management strategies to get your horse ready for the new season. Enjoy!
And remember, if you have started your show season and have results you want us to share, please email them today to Sheri or tara@mythiclanding.com
Spring Ahead: Management strategies to get your horse ready for the new season
By: Dr. Lydia Gray
Houses get a spring cleaning, cars gets a spring tune-up . . . why shouldn’t horses receive the same extra attention when the weather turns warm and their duties change? Make the most of the professionals available to you, and learn as much as you can about your horse and his individual needs.
First, schedule a visit with your veterinarian. When you make the appointment, tell them you want a complete physical examination with extra time for questions and perhaps even a nutritional consultation. If you need a Coggins test, health certificate or any other tests or paperwork, be sure and mention that too. Review with your veterinarian any problems that occurred over the winter or concerns about the upcoming season. Between this discussion and your veterinarian’s physical exam findings, you should be able as a team to develop a treatment or preventive maintenance program that is customized for your horse.
During this visit, maximize the "quality time" with your veterinarian by getting involved:
Learn how to body condition score and weight tape your horse properly
Determine if the type or amount of hay, grain and supplements you feed needs to change
Take a core sample of your hay and give it to your veterinarian for analysis
Inspect your horse’s skin, coat and hooves for poor quality or disease conditions
Discuss parasite control and submit a fecal sample
Learn what new diseases may be occurring in your area and request specific vaccinations (such as equine herpesvirus – 1)
With your veterinarian, examine your horse’s mouth and develop a dental plan (have your vet or an equine dentist float the teeth if necessary)
Explain your riding and showing plans for the season and ask your veterinarian’s opinion on proper conditioning
Evaluate your horse’s risk for conditions like colic, laminitis and ulcers by sharing turnout strategy: how much time will he been in a stall vs. turned out and will he have access to pasture
Find out if your horse may benefit from electrolytes, antioxidants, joint supplements or other products if you plan to travel or show
Other professionals you may need to schedule visits with include your farrier, equine dentist and nutritionist. If you’re responsible for maintaining pastures, you may want to work with someone from a university, county extension office or even feed dealer to prepare your pastures so they can support your horse(s) activity and nutrition.
Finally, whether you compete or just ride for fun, work with your trainer (if you have one) to design a training and conditioning program so that your horse is fit mentally and physically for his task. Incorporate your veterinarian’s recommendations on proper conditioning, and remember that training is teaching your horse skills and conditioning is improving his flexibility, muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness. You need both programs to succeed and to keep your horse sound. In general, increase the intensity of your horse’s work OR the length/time but not both at the same time. For example, if you have been walking your horse for 30 minutes a day during the winter, either walk for 25 minutes and trot for 5 minutes OR walk for 45 minutes.
For detailed instructions on how to prepare your horse for a specific discipline, such as dressage, three-day eventing or reining, read Conditioning Sport Horses by Dr. Hilary M. Clayton.
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