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Instructors
Kelly Clement (above) studied animal science at NCSU, has taught for over 20 years, at Buckhorn for over 10 years! Bridget, a USDF Silver medalist (above, R) instructs and trains beginner thru FEI dressage, as well as hunters.
Karen McKinney (R) Karen has been involved in the equestrian field for over 25 years as student, teacher, barn manager, and horse owner. In addition to having instructed 100’s of riding students she has worked with youth of all ages through 4H and currently serves as advisor to the Wake County 4H Horse Youth Council.
Robert Savage (R, below) began riding in 1969 a the age of 7and had a successful Junior career, qualifying in 1979 and 1980 for both the AHSA Medal and ASPCA Maclay finals at Harrisburg and New York respectively. After college he began working at ByWay Farms in Medford, NY, riding, showing and training of all competition horses for both the hunter ring and the jumper ring, and assisting in the management of AHSA (now USEF) rated horse shows including course designing.
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Training the Horse and Rider~
At BUCKHORN FARM, our goal is to provide the best environment for the enjoyment of horse riding sports. Our private country setting provides a peaceful atmosphere to enjoy your horse. Here you will find opportunities to train to compete, to fox hunt or simply improve your riding skills. The instructional focus is on hunter/jumpers and dressage- beginner through showing at USEF shows. Our show team competes regularly on the NCHJA circuit, and at NCDCTA dressage shows. We are also proud to be the home of the NCSU Dressage Team. A schedule of shows at Buckhorn provides the chance to show on-site. TRAINING for your horse is offered both by the month, by the ride, or individual arrangement. Call us to discuss a program to suit your individual needs and goals.
The Riding Academy~
Lessons are available for ages eight through adult, on your own horse or on one of our mounts, as a private (on your own horse) or small group lesson. Group lessons are held Monday-Friday afternoons, Saturday mornings, and Sunday afternoon. (Beginner students are 3-4/group.)
Our instructors are experienced riders and teachers, and are mature adults-together, we have over 100 years teaching experience and over 120 years riding experience! Programs tailored for our home-schooled and year- round students are available weekday mornings. We hold 2 “Academy Shows” each year just for the students. (see show page)
N 64 west US 1 south Richardson Rd. NC 55 Olive Chapel Rd. Kelly Rd. Raleigh Cary E W BUCKHORN FARM 2301 Richardson Rd. Apex, NC 27502 Apex 751
The instructional focus in on hunter-jumpers and dressage. Lessons are available on you own horse or on one of our mounts, as a private or small group lesson. A unique leasing program, Riding Partners, is available for experienced riders. We encourage your continued riding education and offer on site clinicians regularly. A schedule of spring and fall shows on site provides the chance to compete conveniently. Training is offered both by the month or by individual arrangement. Call us to discuss a program tailored to meet your individual needs.
S THE CARE OF YOUR HORSE
We pride ourselves on the quality of care your horse will receive. Twice daily feeding and watering routines insure that your horse is under watchful eyes. We provide only high quality hays and feeds, and assure that fresh water is constantly available. Individual supplements, provided by the owner, are given with the morning feed. An optional third feeding is available for those horses with high nutritional requirements. Excellent turn-out is available, scheduled according to weather and season. We maintain a low ratio of horses/acre to insure proper pasture maintenance. As owner/managers, we live on the farm. Regular managed care is the only way in insure the optimum health of your horse. Routinely scheduled visits by the farrier are biweekly, and available at other times by appointment. Veterinary service for biannual vaccines are an integral part of our health program and are provided through an experienced equine specialty practice. Should any exceptional situation arise, the NC State Veterinary Teaching Hospital is only a 25 minute drive from the farm. BUCKHORN FARM
Providing the best environment for you and your horse
¨ Stable of 26 box stalls with full sliding doors ¨ Indoor and outdoor wash stalls with hot and cold water ¨ Tack room with private lockers ¨ Heated and air-conditioned lounge ¨ Paved hallways for clean comfort ¨ Pastures with excellent fencing ¨ Abundant riding areas including open fields with cross-country jumps; ¨ Quality training and instruction
2301 Richardson Road Apex, North Carolina 27502 919.387.0097
919-387-0097, Fax 387-0467 Riding Lesson Program Instruction is available for children aged 10 through adults, on your own horse or on one of our mounts. We have horses to compliment a variety of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Students are grouped according to skill and experience level, and by age. Maximum class size is 4 students, with beginners limited to 3 students. Private lessons are available and required for the first lesson. Beginners: Introduction to the horse, familiarization with terms relating to the horse and his equipment. Basic stable safety. Preparing the horse for a ride. Leading, mounting and dismounting. Building confidence and learning balance on the horse. The basic commands or aids. Control at the walk and trot. Advanced beginner: Control at the walk and trot, posting, introduction of the canter. The training figures and their importance, keeping a steady rhythym. Work over ground poles and cavaletti. Intermediate: Confirming work at the canter, introduce jumping from the canter. Introduce small jumps at the trot.Trail riding and riding in the fields. Advanced Intermediate: Refining work on canter leads, learning to ride a course of jumps, adjusting the strides of the horse. Advanced: Polishing the aids and posture. Riding uneven terrain, control of the horse at speed, competitive riding, dressage theory and practice. Lessons are booked by the month only, and may be scheduled for days, evenings, or weekends. Adult beginners welcome! Gift certificates are available. Sorry, no daily rentals. To schedule an appt: 387-0097
N 64 west US 1 south Richardson Rd. NC 55 Olive Chapel Rd. Kelly Rd. Raleigh Cary E W BUCKHORN FARM 2301 Richardson Rd. Apex, NC 27502 Apex 751
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Winter weather policy: If weather conditions– sleet, snow, etc. threaten to make the roads dangerous, please call 919-387-0097 for a recorded message about classes. We do not necessarily follow Wake Co. Schools schedule. Classes cancelled by the farm will be credited towards the next month. |
