Winter Feeding Tips from our sponsor Purina

Even Aiken is chilly this week, and there's snow falling back in PA today (we headed south in the nick of time!) Our sponsor Purina has some great feeding and management tips for winter weather from Katie Young, Ph.D. - Equine Nutritionist, Manager Equine Technical Services, Purina Animal Nutrition:

http://purinamills.com/animal-nutrition-information/articles/horses/how-to-winter-horses/

Recent Schooling Video of SBF Eowyn!

Wynnie is a beautiful young horse with loads of potential.  As you will see her flatwork is solid, and she's got the talent over fences to be your next eventing super star.  Very ride-able, would suit an amateur or a pro!

December 2014 Schooling Video



Check out her sales page on our website and call Boyd for an appointment!

Ring In The New Year With A New Horse!!

Boyd's currently in transit to Aiken, with the following sales horses in tow!  Why not ring in the New Year with a new competitive partner.  Ring Boyd at (610) 806-2381 if you're interested in seeing any of the following horses down in Aiken!  Happy New Year!!

Wallaroo (bred by Windurra USA), 16.3H, 6 Year Old Gelding




HH Lancaster, 16.3H, 7 Year Old Gelding




Brewster, 16.2H, 8 Year Old Gelding




SBF Eowyn, 16H, 5 Year Old Mare




William Street, 17H, 9 Year Old Gelding

Another year has gone by and we are on the road south again!

Haylee is a reluctant co-pilot

I cannot believe another year has gone by! Other than my eyes I have fully recovered from my injury and I am very focused on my 2015 shows. I am excited to get to Aiken and train hard in preparation for competing in Florida at the end of January! 

We are on the road with five trailers and two cars right now. I am lucky enough to have my great friends help me get all my horses to Aiken every year: Cheryl Griffith's husband Donnie is driving one trailer, Sandy Retzlaff and Pam Murphy are driving another, Nate Stolzfuss, Devon's great boyfriend, is driving one. Jerusha and I are driving my trailer and Jessie and Devon are nice enough to drive Boyd's and my car down. Caitlin and Kat also are on the road with the first group of Boyd's horses and Boyd and the rest of the group are joining us in the next day or two. Of course my dog Haylee is with me and is not happy about the long drive.

See everyone in Aiken, and happy new year! 

Silva

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to our friends and family, sponsors, owners, clients and staff - and always the horses. Looking forward to a fantastic 2015! 

Boyd and Silva

Looking Back on 2014

We obviously had ups and downs in 2014: Boyd and I had some great success and also had some bad luck with injuries . We are more than lucky that we had and also have now such amazing people on our teams. Everybody stood behind us and made our recoveries as easy as possible and we could not be more thankful for each and every one of them for having our backs and being the amazing people they are. THANK YOU!!

We are sad that some of our favorite people have now moved on and we wish them all the best and we are proud to have been part of their early journeys:

Kymmy

Kymberly Pullen has been with me for many years. She is a very hard worker and has improved her riding tremendously over the years. Kymmy was a big part of my team and I wish her all the best as she sets out on her own and establishes her business.

Gracia

Gracia Huenefeld has been part of my team for two years and has now gone back to Nebraska to be closer to her fabulous family. Gracia was also a big part of my team: she kept everything going smoothly and organized and it was fun to see her improve her riding and to help her receive her USDF Silver medal. We are wishing Gracia all the best in her future!

Scout

Scout Ford has been working for me on and off for many years. She was with me for the last year and a half. Having Scout in my barn was not only VERY entertaining but also a huge help. Scout has a special gift with horses and it was so much fun to see her shine not only at the shows but also at home! I wish her all the best in her future and I hope she finds her way back to horses one day.

Lindsey

Lindsey Taylor was Boyd's head groom for many years. Lindsey has helped Boyd's barn to stay organized and she had his horses look amazing, not only at the big overseas shows but also at the smaller ones near home. We wish Lindsey all the best in her future!

Thanks to all of you!!! We are more than lucky that we have such an amazing new crew now, and are excited for 2015.

Merry Christmas and a happy new year!!

-Silva

Still shopping for holiday gifts? Majyk Equipe boots make great stocking stuffers!

Boyd Martin X Country

Featuring Hyperflex Foam and Proprietary Accordion Strike Guard

The Boyd Martin X Country boot has been developed in partnership with Boyd Martin, World Class Eventer and Olympic Athlete. The boots have a revolutionary conical design providing excellent coverage and a true fit for your horse. The Hyperflex Foam is lightweight, features 'rip stop' technology for longer wear, and is breathable. The boots are designed to repel moisture (especially important over water jumps!) and the proprietary material and design helps prevent heat build up. Inside the boot is an armored strike guard. The flexible shape of the strike guard creates a reverse response feature whereby impact from outside in is met with a rigid protective wall, but the accordion- like construction is soft enough to flex with the horse's movement during it's natural stride. In short - this means your horse's legs are given the ultimate protection throughout the course without a constrictive boot construction. Designed to withstand dirt and prevent rubbing, the boots come in two sizes. The medium size fits horses 15 hands - 17 hands and the large size fits horses 17+ hands. Boots may be machine washed on a cold cycle only. Do not use bleach or any products containing bleach. Boots should be air dried (not machine dried.) Available in Black only. Sizes Medium and Large.

Boyd Martin Stadium Jump

Featuring Hyperflex Foam and Airshock Technology

The Boyd Martin Stadium Jump Boot has been developed in partnership with Boyd Martin, World Class Eventer and Olympic Athlete (2012 US Equestrian Team Member.) The boots feature the same 'Air Shock' Technology in the strike zone as the Majyk Equipe Series Two boot. This area acts as an 'air bag' when struck, diffusing the impact of the force in the same way that a car airbag would do for a passenger. Unlike the Series Two boot, the Boyd Martin Stadium boot features a medical grade Hyperflex Foam liner, designed to be super light weight when jumping in competition. The breathable perforated liner allows air to circulate while repelling dirt and moisture. This boot also has a flexible strap and stud closure giving a highly polished look for the show ring. The perfect choice for showing your horse or pony, these boots are priced at far less than show boots with comparable features while offering the best in technology and quality. Boots may be machine washed on a cold cycle only. Do not use bleach or any products containing bleach. Boots should be air dried (not machine dried.) Available in Black only. Size Medium.