06/04/2026
☀️ Summer Heat Reminder for Horse Owners ☀️
As summer approaches and temperatures continue to rise, it’s important to remember that horses can be severely affected by heat and humidity. While maintaining a training schedule is important, working or riding your horse in unsafe conditions can put their health and safety at risk.
Exercising in excessive heat can lead to:
• Dehydration
• Heat stress and heat exhaustion
• Heat stroke
• Muscle fatigue and cramping
• Increased heart and respiratory rates
• Reduced performance and recovery
⚠️ Watch for signs of heat stress:
Excessive sweating or lack of sweating, rapid breathing, elevated heart rate, weakness, lethargy, stumbling, muscle tremors.
🌡️ General Riding Guidelines:
✅ Safe Conditions
• Temperature below 80°F with moderate humidity.
• Most horses can work normally with proper hydration and rest breaks.
⚠️ Use Caution
• Temperature 80–90°F.
• Reduce workload, provide frequent breaks, and monitor your horse closely.
🚨 High Risk
• Temperature above 90°F, especially when humidity is over 60%.
• Limit work to light exercise or consider postponing training.
❌ Avoid Riding
• When the combined temperature and humidity exceed 150 (for example, 90°F with 60% humidity).
• Heat index above 100°F.
• During the hottest part of the day, especially between 12 PM and 5 PM.
To keep your horse safe:
✅ Ride during the cooler morning or evening hours.
✅ Provide unlimited access to fresh, clean water.
✅ Ensure access to shade and airflow.
✅ Allow frequent rest breaks.
✅ Cool horses properly after exercise with water and walking.
✅ Monitor both temperature and humidity—not just the temperature.
Remember: no ride, lesson, or training session is worth risking your horse’s health. Adjusting your schedule during the summer months is one of the best ways to protect your equine partner.
🐴 A healthy horse is a happy horse. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and ride responsibly this summer!☀️
06/03/2026
So proud of this beautiful girl! Excited to see what the years will bring as she grows and matures! 😍
06/03/2026
What an incredible show weekend at the GHSA Spring Classic!! We are so proud of all of our riders, horses, and clients for their hard work and dedication. Congratulations to everyone on their accomplishments!
🏆 Stacey Carpenter had an outstanding weekend, earning Grand Champion Halter Mare and SUPREME CHAMPION with BWG Isn’t She Lovely. Stacey also captured 1st Place in North American Bred out of a competitive class of 20 horses. In addition, she earned Reserve Champion Open Mare with RMK Calypso.
Side note- For those that don’t know.
A Gypsy Supreme Champion is the horse that is selected as the best overall representative of the breed at a horse show. After the class winners and division champions have been chosen, those top horses often compete against one another for the Supreme Championship title!
🏆 Brianna Rhodes had a phenomenal show, earning Grand Champion Halter Gelding with TRR Eddie’s Double Take. She also received both Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Amateur Halter Mare honors with Bandera HighClere Castle and was named Amateur English High Point Champion.
Bandera HighClere Castle Was also a SUPREME CHAMPION at the Cornerstone Spring fling show, at the last show, in April, in El Reno OK!! That means our team has had a supreme champion the last two shows!! Such an incredible achievement! 🏆🎉🎊
🏆 Congratulations to our littlest rider- Ivy Sparks on her 1st place ribbon in the Lead line class under saddle with Bandera Kilimanjaro! They were adorable out there!! Way to go Ivy!
🏆 Bailey Rhodes also had a Fantastic show, showing TRR Eddies DoubleTake, Bailey placed well in all her classes Receiving 2nd in Western dressage,western pleasure, and Ranch rail. Bailey isn’t showing to many classes, as she is taking it slow and steady with her 3yr Teddy Bear🧸 this is Teddy’s 3rd show of the year, and is improving tremendously!
🏆 Adelynn Kennedy earned High Score Trail and Reserve Champion Youth W/J/L High Point with Greenland Gypsy Farm Esther!!!! This team also received First in a Youth Horsemanship WJL and First in Youth Ranch Rail WJL.
🏆 Kade Nava had a successful weekend, earning Grand Champion Youth High Point Overall and Grand Champion Youth W/T/L High Point. Kade also received Reserve Grand Champion Open Gelding with NR Metallic Chrome, 1st Place North American Bred out of 20 horses, and Grand and Reserve Champion Youth Halter honors with both NR Metallic Chrome and Bandera HighClere Castle.
🎉 🏆🎊Huge Congratulations to Ruby Sparks on earning Reserve Champion Youth Walk/Jog High Point with STL Panic in the Streets Tommy. Ruby and Tommy also earned unanimously 1st place in their Freestyle routine! First place in Youth Ranch Riding & Youth Color! This was Ruby and Tommy’s first show to receive any first place/Reserve Champion recognitions! We are so proud of you Ruby!! Tommy is owned by Todd McMann.
🏆 🎉A special congratulations to Shree Green on her first time showing under saddle with BGH Baliffs of Renegade of STL. We are excited to see what the future holds!
🎉🏆🎊Congratulations as well to Sharon Cu***ng and Kara McCarley on great performances throughout the weekend with Thor!
🎉 🎊🎉Congratulations to Reese Metcalf on a fantastic show, highlighted by a 1st Place finish in Amateur Color with Bandera Kilimanjaro! He is owned by Todd McMann.
🏆🎉 Daniel Metcalf showed Bandera Kilimanjaro as well and did great!
🏆🎉 Congratulations to Adelynn and NCR Cassiopeia for unanimous first in Youth Ranch Rail Pleasure WJ. Cassiopeia is owned by Todd McMann
We are incredibly proud of every horse and exhibitor who stepped into the ring this weekend. Thank you to everyone who helped make the show a success, and we look forward to the next one!🏆
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05/31/2026
🌞🐴 Horse Riding Summer Camp at 4-C Stables! 🐴🌞
Looking for a fun-filled summer for your kiddos? Join us at 4-C Stables for an unforgettable experience with horses, friends, and lots of outdoor fun! 🐎💖
2026 Camp Dates:
🌸 June 8-11 (full)
🌸 June 15-18 (full)
🌸 June 22-25 (full)
🌸 June 29-July 2
🌸 July 6-9
🌸 July 13-16
🕗 Camp Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8 AM to 2 PM
💲 Cost: $395 per camp
👦👧 Ages: 7 and up!
Spaces are limited, so sign up today and let the adventure begin! ✨
📞 Contact Stacey Carpenter (972) 814-3988 for more details and to reserve your spot! 💌
