
March Joel Conner Clinic Report: Cleopatra
Kirsten AL worked with Cleo in the March Joel Conner Clinic, and has the following to say about her experience: “Cleopatra continues to be one of the sweetest mares to work with! It is when she is at peace and focused on you when you know you have gotten somewhere.…

March Joel Conner Clinic Report: Harissa
Lexee N on working with Harissa: “Well this mare continues to impress me and many others. The first Joel Conner clinic we have made it to a huge stepping stone of saddling Harissa for the first time in her life. Not often do we know a horse’s history of their past…

Reflections on Veronica
Terry’s recent reflections on Veronica: “Veronica’s playful nature has really started to emerge over the past year as she’s gained confidence in her environment, her handlers, and herself. She’s got a funny side—opinionated, but still respectful. Over the last few…

Happy National Volunteer Week!
It’s National Volunteer Week! We’re kicking things off with a special video celebrating the incredible work our amazing community of volunteers accomplish each day. From mucking stalls to mending hearts, your dedication makes a world of difference for our horses. From…

Alumni Update: Bramble (Ranger)
We recently checked in with Bramble (now Ranger) and his adopter Jocelyn. Jocelyn and Ranger did some cutting clinics last summer. He really loved it and really took to it. Jocelyn said it was amazing seeing him cut out the cow from the herd as if he was born to do…

Alumni Update: Ben
Ben is looking good and enjoying life with Lisa. He loves to roll in the sand and romp with his buddy Ebony.

Why We Love Her: Poppy
Casey has been working with Poppy for quite a while, and has the following to say about little Poppy:

Alumni Update: Dottie
SAFE Alumni volunteers recently paid a visit to Dottie and her adopter Karmin. Dottie is looking great, she’s at a good weight and was friendly when we visited, asking for lots of scratches and moved so we could reach all the areas that had an itch. She doesn’t lie…


A Maturing Theo
Shoes have literally made all the difference! As a young gelding, Theo was all kinds of awkward in 2024. When he came to SAFE, he was extremely high in his hindquarters and very turned out in his front legs. As he matured, his withers finally caught up to his hind,…

Spring Open House and Tack Sale
Come out to the barn this Saturday, April 26th, from 12 — 3 for our first Open House and Tack Sale of 2025! Meet the horses, enjoy complimentary refreshments, find that new saddle blanket you’ve always wanted — all while supporting the work we do here at SAFE. Hope to…

March Joel Conner Clinic Report: Cleopatra
Kirsten AL worked with Cleo in the March Joel Conner Clinic, and has the following to say about her experience: “Cleopatra continues to be one of the sweetest mares to work with! It is when she is at peace and focused on you when you know you have gotten somewhere.…

March Joel Conner Clinic Report: Harissa
Lexee N on working with Harissa: “Well this mare continues to impress me and many others. The first Joel Conner clinic we have made it to a huge stepping stone of saddling Harissa for the first time in her life. Not often do we know a horse’s history of their past…

Reflections on Veronica
Terry’s recent reflections on Veronica: “Veronica’s playful nature has really started to emerge over the past year as she’s gained confidence in her environment, her handlers, and herself. She’s got a funny side—opinionated, but still respectful. Over the last few…

Happy National Volunteer Week!
It’s National Volunteer Week! We’re kicking things off with a special video celebrating the incredible work our amazing community of volunteers accomplish each day. From mucking stalls to mending hearts, your dedication makes a world of difference for our horses. From…