Upcoming Events
Women's
Equine Gestalt
Group
Apr 7th | 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Mondays, ongoing through August
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
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Explore Gestalt at SMEC through personal healing and growth, yielding a more positive future. Gestalt methodology is non-diagnostic, experiential, and takes place in the moment in partnership with our horses. This program is FREE!
Yoga
at the Farm
Apr 12 | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Saturdays, ongoing through Aug 9th
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join SMEC volunteer and yoga extraordinaire, Jayne Perzan, for a class and discover the joy of yoga in a fun, supportive, and welcoming environment!
Equine Care
Summer Series
Jun 12 | Jul 1 | Jul 10
5:30 - 6:30 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join Training Manager Laura Patrick for a three-part series on managing equine health and wellness in summer. Cost is $10 per topic. Reserve your seat now!
Discover
Tai Chi
Jul 27 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join our next Quarterly Speaker Series! This presentation by Ethan Williams offers an introduction to the foundational principles of Tai Chi, a centuries-old Chinese martial art known for its flowing movements and holistic health benefits. This event is free!
Family
Fun Day
Aug 16 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
If you have been watching your child, sibling, or friend ride with us, Family Fun Day is your chance to enjoy a trail ride together through our picturesque meadow.
Spots are limited so make sure to reserve yours soon! Cost is $150 for two riders, or $120 for two unmounted participants.
6th Annual Farmyard Party
Oct 4 | 4:30-9:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Save the Date for the best party of the year! Join us for fantastic food, drinks, music, and an amazing night of fundraising!
Past Events
Open
Barn Day
Feb 10 | 11:00 am -1:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Shepard Meadows invites our community to tour the farm, meet the horses, learn about our programs, and learn about volunteering! This is a free event.
Quarterly
Speaker Series
Feb 15 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join Jane Salko and Shelly Whitlock-Pope, Ed.D. for this fascinating talk on what chakras are and how horses can help us clear our energy centers. This is a free event.
National
Read Across America Celebration
Mar 3 | 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Celebrate National Read Across America Day with us by bringing your favorite book to read to your favorite horse! Contact us to sign up for a 15 minute time slot.
Equine Winter
Care Series
Feb 6 | Feb 20 | Mar 6
5:30-6:30 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join Instructor Laura Patrick for a three-part series on managing equine health and wellness in winter! Cost is $10 per topic. Reserve your seat now!
Quarterly
Speaker Series
Apr 5 | 1:30 pm- 3:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join American author and horse-fanatic, Courtney Maum, to discuss how horses can help us with our mental health There will be time for questions and book signing as well!
Seeing the World
Through the Horse's Mind, with Nicole Birkholzer
Jun 20 | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join author and equine behavior specialist, Nicole Birkholzer, for a special talk and live demonstration. Cost is $20 per person.
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PYVOT
After Hours
Jun 26 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center
Join the Professional Young Visionaries of Tomorrow (PYVOT) for a unique evening at Shepard Meadows! Enjoy a guided tour of the farm, meet the horses and goats, and connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed setting. Light refreshments will be served. Free for members, and $10 for non-members.
