Horseback Riding in Monmouth, Oregon (Polk County)

Mara wasn’t born on a horse but was going on trail rides at 6 months of age. She had her 1st pony at 18 months and was taking a stool out to get on him by 3 years old. She showed a neighbor horse at 5 and was trail riding her own pony by then.
At 7 she started formal riding lessons with Sue Woodson, an Equitation trainer in Forest Grove. She rode all 3 seats, western, huntseat, and saddleseat, at class A Morgan shows with Sue until she was 12 when Sue retired. The next year she rode with Margie Burgette, then with Bill Fields, Diane Guick, Helen Crabtree, and Susie Parks who were all Equitation instructors. She finished out her juvenile years with Sara Plumley when they went to the Morgan Grand National and World Championship show and placed 5th in the 17 and under World Champion English Pleasure class in 1991. The following year, 1992, with Carmen Hobson, she placed 3rd-7th in Saddleseat Equitation and 7th in English Pleasure. All while giving lessons for her mother at Gene and Kathy Vandyke’s Beaver State Morgan Farm.
Lorraine Hill was a trainer at Arrowcrest Stables in Wilsonville when Mara was asked by the owner to come and ride juvenile and amateur on his Saddlebreds. She showed with them for 5 years in California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada. After highschool she went to Wisconsin with Lorraine Hill to work as an instructor and apprentice trainer.
She spent a year as assistant trainer for Bruce Dixon and Jennifer Dixon and as 1 of 4 riding instructors at the Menlo Circus Club in Atherton, CA.
In 2003 her young Morgan stallion placed 3rd in the 3 year old Western Pleasure Stallions and Geldings class at the Morgan Grand National and World Championship show. During 2001-2003, Mara rode with Andy Marlette in Minnesota.
2004 she worked as trainer/manager for Bob Pylman and Kaye Reed of Pylman Quarter Horses and rode with Bob’s son Kurt Pylman who specialized in Roping and Reined Cow Horses.... See More

Westside stables home of Stimson Sport Horses is conveniently located off of HWY 99, close to Wilsonville, Sherwood, Beaverton. We have fantastic lesson program for ages 5 and up. Show quality lessons horses available. Our facilities offer a professional atmosphere in a fun and safe country setting. For more information, or to schedule a lesson or a pony party, please call Katie at (three, six, zero) six, two, four- zero, six, five, eight
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Iron Horse strives to teach every student confidence through safe handling, proper care and riding in partnership with our beloved horses. Horsemanship and respect of the horses are just as important to as the riding part of our lessons. We wish our students to be life-long learners and to teach them how to teach themselves. Adria is our main instructor and has been teaching since 2004 and has been managing horse care and several programs since 2002. Our school horses are sweet, gentle natured horses that have a kind eye and patience to help teach every student to be their best. Please contact us directly to receive information about lessons!... See More

Beautiful 42 acre facility. Hunter/jumper training barn. Riding lessons, all ages(6 to adults) and all levels. 5 day summer camps for age 7-14. Kindercamps for age 5 and 6, 2 mornings. Horse sponsoring, horse shows and trails open in summer. We specialize in safety on and around horses and ponies. You choose whether to jump or ride only on the flat.... See More

Horse Riding Lessons for all ages and skill levels MCM Ranch is comprised of a solid, small team of instructors that share decades of experience and bring their knowledge to you in fun, relaxed, one on one rides in the country. Whether looking to get your kids riding, or finding in yourself the confidence your friends are sure to notice -
we help the most 'green' riders gain knowledge, we help the long-time riders identify and lose bad habits, we help the aspiring western gamers & barrel racers refine and improve their skills, ...and everything in between! Contact us for more information!
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Mercy Me Ranch is a complete Horse program on a private horse setting in Veneta Oregon. Our private barn has 12 stalls for our personally owned horses. Our full size, quiet arena makes "one on one" instruction safe and less distracting during horse session. We are a unique program as every student has a coach and instructor involved in every lesson. Building confidence is our first goal! The students learn to groom, saddle and provide natural horsemanship ground work. We offer both english and western. All of this in a one hour session! The philosophy at Mercy Me Ranch is to "Believe in your highest potential and you will achieve it!" We have a NEW PROGRAM called H.A.L.O. for 6th grade to High School age for girls who have lost a parent due to cancer. Our requirement for being a student is a minimum of one lesson per week. Please read other requirements to see if the commit ment to our program fits your needs. $35 per lesson.... See More

Stafford Hills Equitation LLC�s primary purpose is to provide a safe and fun environment to educate beginning horseback riding students. We have a spacious 60� x 120� covered riding arena located in the Stafford Hamlet adjacent to West Linn and Lake Oswego, Oregon.... See More

I am a recent college grad with a degree in Equine teaching and training. I have been riding and teaching for over 15 years. Most of my professional experience is with Hunters/Jumpers and Dressage. I do have some western experience since I grew up on a ranch. I love teaching riders of all levels and ages. I took a few years off to start my family but now I am looking to get back into the saddle. I am also new to the area and would to help out with 4-H. I do not have an arena of my own so I have to travel to you. Please email for more information.... See More

Western & English Riding lessons for all ages (kids & adults). For show or fun! We are located approx 17 miles from downtown Portland & 6 miles from I-205 at the Oregon City Exit. Safe school horses available or bring your own. I have been showing horses my whole life and have won World Championships with my POA's in Showmanship, English EQ, Bareback Eq., Trail and more. I am a 4H leader & have a 4-H Club on site (Pony Tails). I have a beautiful boarding facility with a large indoor arena for riding year round. We host summer camps & horse shows as well as travel to shows. Our show horses are available for 1/2 lease for riding, showing & 4H. Our lessons are more than just about riding. It includes horse care, grooming, tacking up, safety, etc. We teach each individual all aspects of horse care & riding in preparation for owning or leasing their own horse someday :) 1 hr. Lessons: $30 on your horse~$35 on school horse!... See More

Come learn to ride at a top notch riding facility nestled right next to the McKenzie river. At Make Your Mark stables we teach the fundamentals of riding in a safe, stress free environment. Geared towards English riding and three day eventing. MYM is a fun and friendly barn looking to help every person at any level succeed!... See More

Happy Trails Riding Center is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and special needs through horsemanship.

We are a chapter of Disabled-Sports USA, a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and a Professional Association for Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) Center. Please visit www.happytrailsridingcenter.org, email or call for more information.... See More

Call Barb for a tour at and visit our Website at www.bigstarranch.org

At Big Star Ranch, our focus is not just riding, but the whole horse experience. Our students learn how to halter and lead their horse, groom, saddle and ride. But there is so much more to horses!

They also learn how to "read" their horse. Learning how horses communicate helps with so many other aspects of everyday life. Our students learn how to be a better friend, increase their coordination, learn creative problem solving, better their communication skills, and see how they impact their world.

Some of our students are here for the physical benefits. Riding and working with horses can build core strength, muscles, flexibility and coordination.

We welcome those with ADD, ADHD, CP,Learning challanges, teens, no experience necessary.... See More

Horse Riding lessons for all ages from 4years and up. Total beginners who have never been around horses to more advanced riders who are looking to further their riding skills and move forward into competition.

I offer private lessons to all age groups. For younger children I’ve found that 30 minute hands-on lessons which include grooming, leading, tacking-up, untacking, and learning basic riding skills is great for the first time or 2.

For older kids and adults I offer an hour long lesson which include more saddle time and more in-depth training, Which Includes focusing and working more on balance, communication, seat/posture, leg aids and much more.
Lesson ponies available or haul ins welcome
I can also travel to you by prior arrangement and travel fee may apply

Prices:
30-Minute Lessons $25.00
Kids 60-Minute Lessons $35.00
Adults 60-Minute Lessons $45.00
Discount for block of 4 lessons paid in advance

We have a family room where you can sit and watch in comfort whilst lessons take place, it's also child friendly for those younger kids who are not quite ready for the saddle.
Ample parking and mud free.
Located in colton Oregon and easy to find. Laura Garcia... See More

With over 24 years of instruction and training experience, Michelle Merkin guides riders both new to dressage and those with years of practice. Her goal is to provide riders with a system that they understand, and gently effective tools they can use in their daily riding to improve their communucation with their horses. Merkin has completed instructor's training with Sally Swift, Mary Wanless and Jill Hassler-Scoop. She is available for dressage lessons and clinics. See: www.templetonequestrian.com... See More

With a focus on safety and an emphasis on using your natural aids, we teach you or your child to ride in a fun, safe environment. With a emphasis on new or returning riders, I can work with you to tailor a program to meet your needs. Learn effective and safe horseback riding practices while gaining a better understanding of horse care, partnership, respect and maintenance. I cover everything from the ground up, including: How to properly groom and care for your horse, ground work so you and your child are safe and comfortable working around our large friends, English Pleasure and Equitation, Western Pleasure and Equitation, basic horsemanship and Showmanship, development of a centered and balanced riding seat, liberty work, and even more. All while having a fun time with our horse friends. We have some wonderful lesson horses for you to meet. Call for a visit and to discuss my program. Letitia Weikel Peterson

Letitia @ oregonhorsemanship.com.... See More