Welsh Pony - Morgan Cross Gelding

I may be 40.5 years old, but I’ll always be young at heart! I’ve been loved by Caitlyn for over 16 years, have given thousands of riding lessons, am best friends with Riley and Mimosa, I used to jump a lot and am loving my retired life with the herd and students and campers who like to give me a good brushing, feed bag snacks and lots of love. I just might return the love with a nice, little ‘headbutt’, too. <3

Thoroughbred Gelding

Rescued at 16 years of age from starvation, I’m grateful to say I’m now 25, muscled up, I’m my Momma’s main personal riding horse, I feel (and sometimes act!) less than half my age and can travel the fastest among all the horses at Stone Fort Stables (up to 40 mph)! Don’t let the ‘tough guy’ facade fool you, though — deep down I’m the biggest ‘softie’ here. ;)

Saddlebred Gelding

Rescued in 2016 from an unknown situation, through a sweet lady who owned me for a time and my now Mom who trained me, I learned to trust leadership from humans again my name was fitly changed from Rebel to Gideon. A solid leader for the herd, I love carrying riders young and old, new or seasoned and am always up for a good canter up ‘canter hill’. :) Despite having to wear a grazing muzzle while turned out and off duty (I love to eat!), I still think I’m the best looking guy, I have a positive outlook on life, don’t sweat the small stuff and will occasionally teach you how to be a better leader, too. ;)

Quarter Horse Mare

The favorite of many, my versatility rivals my humility (my Mom told me so). I’m always up for adventure under riders feeling brave (and may show it, too!), but am extra careful around young’uns and those who need protecting. My dorsal stripe looks good whether under an English or Western saddle (or no saddle at all!), so come and enjoy a rider’s view of my uniquely-black-tipped ears. :) Usually selected to carry any student’s mother who wants to ride, too, I suppose you could call me the ‘Momma’ of the herd.

Arabian-Quarter Horse Mare

Rescued at 5 months old from starvation, sadly my mother didn’t make it due to the same treatment. Nevertheless, 7 months later I recovered, arrived here for training, was quickly fallen in love with by the same trainer and adopted into my forever home! Now, I’m already almost 5 years young and so happy and loving my life. I learned to do everything here at Stone Fort Stables, and am now a popular girl in the riding lesson program for riders of all ages! My occasional sassiness might at times try to match my intelligence, but then I’m reminded that deep down I really just want to do my very best in everything. <3

Pure-Bred Egyptian Arabian Gelding

A horse gifted by a generous heart, I’m an answer to my Mom’s prayers! I’m not exactly part of the lesson program here, but I’m a happy member of the herd and of course an occasional volunteer — whether invited or not! :P I’m the beloved only-horse of my wonderful owner, Rachel Cooke, and continuing to grow and learn many things under Rachel’s training. I’ve come a long way! Oh, and don’t forget: with playful head-whirls, races with my bestie, Anastasia and occasional mischievous nips to other horses’ rumps, I like to keep things lively, funny and interesting! :-D

(Stay tuned for more horses’ bios added soon!)

Appaloosa Mare

They don’t call me Zippy for nothing! Ready to go at the slightest request, my willingness and ears towards the rider are top-notch. Don’t ask me why they named that hill in the field ‘Canter Hill’, because the only speed for me other than walk or trot up that thing is a dirt-eating gallop (if I’m allowed). I remember racing around barrels at some point in my past, and still dream of doing so on occasion. But I also really love jumping, trails, ground work, you name it — my life and job here is wonderful! Along with my willingness for speed and nearly anything asked of me by an experienced rider, I’m also much loved and quickly admired by many novices who are learning to walk and trot, and who have the eyes to see the deep sensitivity and tenderness I possess. <3

Appendix (Quarter Horse-Thoroughbred Cross) Mare

Let this first thing be clear: Cricket is my guy. Second, I’m the ‘boss mare’ in this herd (after Caitlyn and then Gideon, of course). Third, though once sold as a “plus one” horse for very little at an auction, I’m now relieved and grateful to say my now-forever-home Mom sees the incredible value I have. Now I can stretch out my pretty legs in peace and with purpose as I carry her and others ready to team up with my state-of-the-art willingness, movements and athleticism. Jumps? No problem. Dressage? Let’s do it. Fox Hunting, Western or trails? Yeehaw. Just when your riding muscles begin to burn, that’s when for me we’re only getting started. ;) P.S. When off duty, I love standing still and receiving gentle head rubs and pets. <3

Lusitano Filly (2yo)

I may have the biggest ears here, but I’m still the baby of the bunch! Rescued not too long ago from a place where sadly all my surrounding herd didn’t make it yet remained around me, I’m someone very familiar with healing and new beginnings. I thank God for those who rescued me (Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance) and for my trainer who adopted me in November 2024! Nobility is the name of the game for me, as my bloodline speaks of it and with how I impress my new Mom with an intelligence she’s yet to experience in any other young starter. Already having participated in my first clinic, helping with lessons and demos in horse training and starting at Stone Fort Stables, teaching students about young horse behavior and giving my Mom short rides at the walk, I’m so excited to one day carry her and other experienced riders as part of the riding team! :-D