Rockland County

Equestrian Facilities | Horseback Riding

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 New City Equestrian Facilities | Horseback Riding

10956, New City, NY, History, Wildlife, White-tailed Deer, Red Fox, Gray Squirrel, Flying Squirrel, Things to Do at Kennedy Dells Park, Picnicking, Playing field for soccer, Winter Activities, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing | Rockland Kennedy Dells Park

845-364-2670
  Kennedy Dells Park, 179-acres in size, is located at 355 North Main Street, New City, NY 10956 in Rockland County.

The park has a flat rolling topography. The extreme westerly portion is heavily wooded consisting of Hemlock, White Pine, Beech, Maple, Black and Red Oak, White Ash, and Black Locust. Crum Creek bounds the Park on the westerly side along which winds a hiking trail that looks down at the stream below. Kennedy Dells Park | Rockland  website and more . . .
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 Pomona Equestrian Facilities | Horseback Riding

10970, boarding services, riding lessons, horse training services, Pomona, NY, Riding Instructor Association, Boarding, professional horse boarding services, Training, Riding Lessons, Equestrian Facility at Country Lee Farm | Rockland Country Lee Farm

845-354-0133
  Country Lee Farm, offer boarding services, riding lessons and horse training services, is located at 103 Ladentown Road, Pomona, NY 10970 in Rockland County.

From Country Lee Farm:

Our Instructors
Lee Anne Johnson Greene, voted top 50 instructors in the United States by the American Riding Instructor Association. She has been a certified instructor since 1985. Lee Anne is a USDF silver and bronze medalist, USEF champion, certified appraiser, 4H leader, classically trained by all the Masters: George Morris, Frank Chapot, Lendon Gray, Cesar Para, she has dedicated the last 47 years to horses and their riders. She is an owner/trainer who lives on the farm giving 24 hour supervision. Country Lee Farm | Rockland  website and more . . .
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 Rockland County Equestrian Facilities | Horseback Riding

park, lakes, reservoirs, hiking trails, beaches, camping, scenic roads, wildlife, Things to Do, Beach, Biking, Boat Launch Sites, Boat Rentals, Horseback Riding, Cabins, Campsites, Fishing, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, Ice Fishing | Rockland Harriman State Park - Rockland County (and Orange)

845-786-2701
  Harriman State Park, is located at Seven Lakes Dr / Bear Mountain Circle, Ramapo, NY 10974 in both Orange and Rockland counties. Harriman Park is the second-largest park in the parks system, with 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, three beaches, two public camping areas, a network of group camps, miles of streams and scenic roads, and scores of wildlife species, vistas and vantage points. The park includes Lakes Welch, Sebago, Tiorati and Silvermine, the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Sebago Cabins and Beaver Pond Campgrounds. Harriman State Park - Rockland County (and Orange) | Rockland  website and more . . .
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 Spring Valley Equestrian Facilities | Horseback Riding

10977, Chestnut Ridge, NY, Hunters and Equitation, from Short Stirrup to Regular Working Hunters. Kids and Adults are welcome, beginner to advanced, Horse Show year round, Equestrian Facility, Full Training Lessons and Pro Rides, Grooming, Tacking | Rockland 44 North Farm

917-687-5831
  44 North Farm, a full service equestrian facility, is located at 300 Red Schoolhouse Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 in Rockland County.

From 44 North Farm: "Welcome to 44 NORTH FARM. We are a Full Service Facility located just 27 miles from Manhattan in Rockland County NY. Easily accessible from New Jersey and Westchester. 44 NORTH FARM specializes in Hunters and Equitation, from Short Stirrup to Regular Working Hunters. Kids and Adults are welcome, beginner to advanced. We Horse Show year round. From one day “C” rated to “A” rated and Finals. There is always a select group of horses and ponies for sale or lease. Let us find your next horse." 44 North Farm | Rockland  website and more . . .
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 Suffern Equestrian Facilities | Horseback Riding

10901, Park, Montebello, NY, flat wetlands to rolling hills, History, Wildlife, White-tailed Deer, Things to Do at Kakiat Park, Hiking Trails, Horseback riding, Picnicking, Red Fox, Gray Squirrel, Flying Squirrel, Rabbit, Woodchuck, Raccoon | Rockland Kakiat Park

845-364-2670
  Kakiat Park, 376-acres in size, is located at 668 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY 10901 in Rockland County.

"Kakiat Park offers a diverse topography, from flat wetlands to rolling hills, to steep mountainside. The Mahwah River flows southwesterly the length of the park approximately 2500 feet. Times of heavy rains flood large areas along the river. The Ramapo fault runs through the park. A log cabin constructed in 1922 stands as a reminder of the simple life of 100 years ago. A footbridge crosses the river, which is stocked annually with trout; a pavilion can be found near the river. Numerous winter activities exist along with active wildlife and forestry conservation projects. Guided tours available by the Park Rangers." Kakiat Park | Rockland  website and more . . .

10901, self-service equestrian facility, Suffern NY, Therapeutic Riding,  special needs community, Equestrian Center at Minetto’s Stonehedge Farm, Boarding, Horses for sale or lease, Lessons, Therapeutic riding, Training | Rockland Minetto's Stonehedge Farm

845-357-8887
  Minetto's Stonehedge Farm, a full and self-service equestrian facility, is located at 220 Spook Rock Road, Suffern NY 10901 in Rockland County.

From Minetto's Stonehedge: "Minetto's Stonehedge Farm is a full- and self-service equestrian facility. Horses are housed in large, comfortable 12x12 stalls and provided with daily turnout. Boarders have full use of all facilities including a large outdoor arena with a full course of jumps, and a huge indoor arena with viewing area. Tack trunk storage and blanketing are all included in the board price. Assistance in providing the best in veterinary and farrier care is also available. We provide special packages to full and show care boarded horses, but can also accommodate the economically-conscious pleasure riders. Minetto's Stonehedge Farm | Rockland  website and more . . .

10901, Equestrian, Minetto’s Stonehedge Farm, Suffern, NY, horseback riding school, Equestrian Center at Minetto’s Stonehedge Farm, Basic dressage, Equitation, Horse training, 
Jumpers | Rockland Thomases Equestrian

845-661-0796
  Thomases Equestrian is located at Minetto’s Stonehedge Farm in Suffern, NY 10901 in Rockland County.

From Thomases Equestrian: "Thomases Equestrian, is a family run horseback riding school based at Minetto’s Stonehedge Farm in Suffern, NY. We are passionate about sharing the joy, thrill, challenge and beauty of equestrian sports with others. We specialize in equitation, jumpers and basic dressage. We believe riding should be a fun and safe experience and to that end we strive to create a positive, non-competitive learning environment for our students. Thomases Equestrian | Rockland  website and more . . .
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Nickel-O-Farm - "Pony Rides"

845-358-8081
 

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"There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man" Sir Winston Churchill.

Verified (2015) up-to-date list of the best places for horseback riding and equestrian centers in the Hudson Valley of New York.

Benefits of Horseback Riding / Owning a Horse
Horse ownership can be rewarding, exciting, and lot of fun. The many health benefits of horseback riding include being outdoors year-round and the physical activity spent in cleaning stalls, grooming, feeding, and all the other barn chores required in taking care of your horse. Riding a horse also helps in building a strong core and legs; but there are also emotional benefits of horseback riding such as developing a sense of inner peace and confidence.

Therapeutic Riding, aka Equine Assisted Therapy is used successfully in the field of special Needs to build confidence, and a sense of belonging to both children and adults. As Winston Churchill said: "There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man."

The Health Benefits of Horseback Riding
  • Keeps you physically active: Riding and other activities that require you to be outdoors in all kinds of weather will certainly keep you moving. Cleaning stalls, grooming, feeding, raking hay, pushing wheelbarrows – all of these barn chores actively burn calories and build muscle.

  • Owning a horse builds self-confidence: When it comes to building confidence, horse ownership is invaluable. You are in a partnership, where you are expected to be the leader.
    Owning a horse builds self-awareness. On a daily basis, you will be faced with training challenges. It will force you to think creatively about how to train the horse and how to solve a particular problem. If something worked in the last lesson, but it’s not working now, what else can you try? How else can you solve this issue? All of this active participation in learning how to ride, how to train and what to do when a challenge emerges will help in a professional setting. It’s all about self-awareness.

  • Riding reduces stress: Studies have shown that the bonding that occurs between owners and their pets can reduce high blood pressure. Since horses also require grooming and daily maintenance, spending time with the horse can lead to a reduction in stress levels. The meditative qualities of daily, but low stress, upkeep of horses – such as grooming and washing – provide therapeutic benefits that aid in the decrease of stress levels.

  • Keeps you socially active: Taking riding lessons helps you meet many friends with similar interests. Most horse people will attest to meeting their best, life-long friends at the barn. These peers will have the same passion and devotion to horses.

  • Engages the creative side of your brain: Training a horse brings up daily challenges that will force you to think creatively about how to train it and how to solve a particular problem. If something worked in the last lesson, but it’s not working now, how else can you solve this issue? Being faced with such situations helps you engage your creativity to solve problems and find what works best.

  • Care for a horse builds character: Character building is a natural part of horse ownership, teaching responsibility, punctuality, sportsmanship, frugality, patience, commitment, confidence and self-esteem.

  • Riding promotes a union with nature: Being outside and enjoying the fresh air can do wonders for your mental and physical health.

  • Riding maintains bone mass: All of the weight-bearing exercise that you do, including hauling barn equipment and carrying saddles, helps maintain bone mass, which important as you age.

  • Improves digestion: Riding a horse at a walking pace stimulates the internal organs just as walking on foot does. This aids in liver function and digestion.

  • Riding and caring for horses help disabled individuals: When supervised by certified instructors, riders with disabilities may have the chance to safely perform physical activities with the horse as a tool. Early research is showing that riding a horse may provide physical benefits for people with disabilities. At the same time, interacting with horses may provide mental benefits, as well.
Source: The Health Benefits of Horseback Riding by Health Fitness Revolution



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