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From Melissa T. - CSU Freshman: I am largely a self-taught rider, so when I moved to Colorado, taking lessons was an intimidating prospect. I worried I’d be looked down upon by better riders and that I wouldn’t end up learning much. As I began to look for a place to ride, Lynchland Stables immediately drew me in with the promise of, “No snobby people allowed, ever!” As I hoped, I found Lynchland is truly a place where everyone is respectful of one another. The environment here allows for learning without the fear of criticism. Lynchland riders don’t need to be competitive with one another. It’s about doing our personal best and remaining a tight-knit community of horse people. Now I’m learning something new every lesson and I have a great group of people standing behind me. I wouldn’t leave for the world!
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From Elizabeth H: "As Jackie put it, I am a unique boarder in that I have been riding at Lynchland through a variety of levels; I started out taking lessons, then I half-leased Edge, then I bought Edge, and now I work off part of my board here at the barn and still take lessons when I can. I have volunteered/worked at 4 other boarding facilities in Fort Collins and have yet to find a barn superior to Lynchland in any way! I've also had the experience of keeping my horse in my backyard, and while I learned a lot during that time, when I came back to Lynchland it was a weight off my shoulders...I could sleep in, I could travel, I don't have to worry about his safety. Lynchland is like my home away from home. The people I have met here are some of the nicest, warmest and most welcoming people I've ever met (which is rare in the horse world)! You couldn't pay me to leave!:)
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Katey G and Gallahad
I rescued Gallahad from the New Holland “Kill” Auction in 2000. He was untrained and fearful of many things, but I worked very hard to gain his trust and friendship, and train him to become the horse he is today. After a long trailer ride from Pennsylvania, Gallahad and I are happy to be at Lynchland Stables where we have plenty of friends and tons of jumps to jump! We can most often be seen flying high on the cross country course. Gallahad loves peppermints, fruit loops, and giving kisses, and is currently being used in Lynchland's lesson program.
Katey and Gallahad in jumping arena Katey is a senior in Wildlife Biology at CSU, with an Associates in Equine Studies from Centenary College. 
Jackie and Bones |
Katie and Poco |
I first came to Lynchland with my 10 year old Quarter horse Poco, and immediately began working with Jackie in the lesson program to build our partnership. Jackie helped fine tune our rides and we were soon flying around the jumper courses! |
I unfortunately outgrew Poco, and he now spends his days teaching beginners to ride. He is an absolute favorite in the lesson program, and I still get to see him every day. |
In the fall of last year, Jackie rescued Felix, an off the track TB from a local slaughter yard. I had entrusted Poco to Lynchland while I was in New Zealand for a semester, and in addition to Poco updates, I kept hearing about Felix. In the spring of this year, Felix became mine, and we are now working on a new partnership, and are making progress with every ride! I love working with Jackie and riding at Lynchland! It is such a relaxed environment and everyone is so friendly, and I know that my horse is always being looked after. The people at Lynchland are like my second family.
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Kira...
I have been riding at Lynchland for over two years. I began riding with Susan; she is a wonderful instructor, and her lessons were fun and upbeat. I started riding with Jackie the last 6 months and appreciate her attention to detail in my lessons. I have been riding for 10-12 years off and on and have ridden at my share of barns. I haven’t been to another barn that offers so much in the way of quantity and quality in the arenas and people! I have made some of my best friends at this barn, where at many other barns it was impossible to make friends because no one socialized! There is a real sense of community here. The other thing I have found unique to Lynchland is the quality and diversity of horses. There are horses for every level—not just beginners or intermediate riders! That’s so rare in my experience. I can’t imagine ever moving if for no other reason then trying to find a barn half as fabulous as Lynchland!
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| Rocket and Michelle | <><><><><>
After 3 years, we're sorry to see Michelle and Rocket leave us. We know you had to graduate Michelle, but we'll miss you both!
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Kristen and Kachina  |
Congratulations to Kristen on her purchase of Kachina! Welcome back Kristen!
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Maddie and James |  |
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| Emily, Kristen, Jackie and Coco |
