CRK Training Stable

Horseback Riding Lessons, Horse Boarding and Training Equestrian Center

Corona Virus Update

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Dear Horse Enthusiasts: Let's stay safe out there! Due to the Covid-19 virus we have discontinued our Horsemanship Lesson Program and do not intend to resume teaching at this time.  Boarders and leasers may continue to attend to their horses during business hours. Our office is usually unmanned, but please leave a message and we'll get back to you.  We know people have … [Read more...] about Corona Virus Update

How Parents Can Make The Most of Children’s Riding Lessons~

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Imagine you are starting a new job with very complex skills, a demanding boss, and all new surroundings. Sounds pretty daunting. Now imagine you can only work on those new skills for an hour a week. Now add to the mix that you are a child with limited life skills. Seems downright impossible, doesn’t it? Yet that is exactly what parents expect when children are learning to ride … [Read more...] about How Parents Can Make The Most of Children’s Riding Lessons~

Is Ground Work Really That Important?

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Very often we hear the parents of our beginning students lament, "Why does my child spend so much time on the ground stuff? Don't I pay you to teach them how to ride horses?" At CRK Training Stable all students must learn to catch, lead, tie, groom, and saddle their school horse. They must also un-tack, groom and put the horse away. In the beginning of their riding careers, … [Read more...] about Is Ground Work Really That Important?

CRK Training Times January 2016

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CRK Training Times Bits of News For Horse People January 2016 Happy New Year!   Important January Dates~ Jan. 1, 2016! New Year's Day- No Lessons Jan. 2-10- Cheryl & Steve's Vacation. Jan. 16- Equine Science Classes Begin. Jan. 19- Martin Luther King Jr. Day- Lessons as usual. Jan. 25-30- Rider Evaluation Week Important February … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times January 2016

Equine Science Classes

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Equine Science Level #1 Session One begins Jan. 16, 2016. Session Two Begins Feb. 27, 2016,  4:30-5:30 PM. $75.00/ 6 weeks or $135.00/12 weeks. (Session one is a pre-requisite for Session Two. Must register for 12 week class before taking session one to receive the discounted price.) Suitable for students 8 years and up. Adults welcome! (Students will not ride horses in … [Read more...] about Equine Science Classes

CRK Training Times October 2015

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Bits of News For Horse People Important October Dates~ Oct. 12- Columbus Day- Lessons as usual. October 21-25- CHA International Conference.- Cheryl & Steve will be continuing their education by attending this conference. Check your statement for lesson cancelations. Oct. 31- Halloween- Lessons as usual. Important November Dates~ Nov. 1- Daylight Savings … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times October 2015

How Much Does It Cost To Own A Horse?

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Nearly every day I'm asked, "How much does it cost to keep a horse?" Of course the variables are many, but here are some basics you can depend upon. Feed- All horses need some sort of roughage daily. This can take the form of hay, pasture grass, pelleted or cubed hay. Hay costs vary greatly depending on your area. And of course, grass pasture is basically free if you own the … [Read more...] about How Much Does It Cost To Own A Horse?

CRK Training Times September 2015

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CRK Training Times Bits of News For Horse People September 2015 Important September Dates~  Sometime during September we will be doing arena maintenance. This will shut down the arena for several days. Once we know the exact dates, you will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding. Sept. 7- Labor Day- Lessons as usual. Sept 18 or 20- Equine Science Classes … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times September 2015

CRK Training Times August 2015

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CRK Training Times Bits of News For Horse People August 2015 Important August Dates~ Aug. 1-6- Cheryl's Vacation Aug. 10-14- Summer Camp Aug 30- Group Lesson Make-up Day Important September Dates~ Sept. 27- Group Lesson Make-up Day Important October Dates~ October 22-25- CHA International Conference.- Cheryl, Steve & Athena will be continuing their education by … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times August 2015