AlternaPony
Aug. 20, 2009, 08:01 PM
Possible relocation forces consideration of a horse move as well. Looking specifically in Northern VA in/around DC, possibly as far south as Fredericksburg depending on where the new job is going to be. I know a lot of the recs on the DC show barns thread were for MD, and I have already looked at many of those suggested. Now, I'm interested in No. VA options.
Musts:
1. trainer for hunters. or h/j
2. if trainer leaves for FL, leaves someone behind to continue lessons
3. turnout. Willing to boot for turnout.
4. barn manager has eyes on horses, so if working ammy cant make it out for a day or two, she does not have to worry.
5. willing to do supplements, change blankets if requested, etc.
6. trainer shows on local/rated circuit. not necessarily all shows costing $$$ requiring horse to travel week in, week out. willing to do some of these, can't afford every week.
7. large ring with jumps
Ideally, I'd like an indoor too and a barn that has more adults than kids. Ultimately, must accommodate a busy ammy and take superlative care of the horses. Thanks for any suggestions! I'll see if I can think of any more musts also.
Musts:
1. trainer for hunters. or h/j
2. if trainer leaves for FL, leaves someone behind to continue lessons
3. turnout. Willing to boot for turnout.
4. barn manager has eyes on horses, so if working ammy cant make it out for a day or two, she does not have to worry.
5. willing to do supplements, change blankets if requested, etc.
6. trainer shows on local/rated circuit. not necessarily all shows costing $$$ requiring horse to travel week in, week out. willing to do some of these, can't afford every week.
7. large ring with jumps
Ideally, I'd like an indoor too and a barn that has more adults than kids. Ultimately, must accommodate a busy ammy and take superlative care of the horses. Thanks for any suggestions! I'll see if I can think of any more musts also.