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August Joel Conner Clinic Report: Sienna

August Joel Conner Clinic Report: Sienna

Carrie S worked alongside Sienna in the August Joel Conner Clinic, and had the following reflections about her experience with this beautiful mare: “I had the privilege of working with Sienna in the August Joel Conner clinic.  This kind and sensitive mare has made…

Frosting Soft Feel Work

Frosting Soft Feel Work

Frosting has come a long, long way from her days as a scraggly little filly, and has blossomed into quite a nice riding horse here at SAFE. Check out a video from one of her more recent rides, where she has begun work in the soft feel. 

Alumni Update: Violet

Alumni Update: Violet

Violet’s adopter, Lexee shared this update with us: On a beautiful August Sunday I took Violet on her first longer trail ride and man was she awesome! Lots of hills, walkers, dogs and bikes and she took them all in great stride. She even let some young kids pet her -…

Trixie at Foster

Trixie at Foster

It isn’t very often that we send horses out to foster, but every so often a circumstance will arise where it makes sense. When Rae’s adopter reached out about needing a companion for Rae, we were happy to find a match. At sleepaway camp (aka foster), alumna Rae is…

August Joel Conner Clinic Report: Barb

August Joel Conner Clinic Report: Barb

Working On The Volume Dial” by Candi K “The August Joel Conner Clinic brought another opportunity for Barb and I to work on our connection and skills in the world of horsemanship. We enjoyed being in the outdoor arena where there were a lot of horses and plenty of…

Bingo at the Barn — May 17, 2025

Bingo at the Barn — May 17, 2025

Saturday, May 17, 2025 • 1–4pmat SAFE Horse Rescue, Redmond WA Benefiting the horses of Save a Forgotten Equine Tickets: $35 advance$45 at the door1:00pm Registration / 1:30pm First Game Begins Tickets include light refreshments, 3 bingo cards per game (5 games…

September Volunteer of the Month: Amy Owens

September Volunteer of the Month: Amy Owens

Congratulations to Amy Owens, our September Volunteer of the Month! For the last 2 years and 3 months, Amy has been a dedicated force at SAFE, consistently improving the lives of our horses. As a vital member of the Thursday morning chore shift, Amy shows up week…

Mahina’s Hoof Progress

Mahina’s Hoof Progress

Mahina means moon in Hawaiian and much like a moon, this bright mare continues to wax. Unlike a moon, there is no sign of her waning. Mahina’s curriculum grows by the day as she learns more about what it means to be a good equine citizen. Now that she is able to be…

Heart of the Horse
July 19 from 5–10pm
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Joel Conner Horsemanship Clinic
Aug 15–17
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Open House and Tack Sale
Sept 27 from 12–3pm
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October Joel Conner Clinic Report: Edward

October Joel Conner Clinic Report: Edward

Kaya M has been riding Edward for the last year, and has the following reflection regarding their last clinic together of 2024: “Edward had a wonderful last clinic of the year! He really showed how much he’s learned and was starting to “play with the big dogs” working…

Alumni Update: Rae

Alumni Update: Rae

Christina provided a couple of new photos of Rae. She wrote: Hard to pic a favorite… but I can always share more later.  Looking back at photos from the March 2024 to August 2024 clinics at SAFE it’s no wonder some folks had to ask if it was really Rae! She’s…

Esme’s Clinic Adventures: A Summer of Growth

Esme’s Clinic Adventures: A Summer of Growth

This little pony has so much heart! Summer has been eventful for Esme, filled with new experiences and learning opportunities. She earned her position as my riding partner at both the Spanaway and Ellensburg Buck Brannaman clinics, and she rose to each challenge…

Alumni Update: Nyx

Alumni Update: Nyx

Lindsay shared this update and photos from September. Had an amazing weekend at Quinn Meadows in central Oregon with Nyx. He’s just the best trail buddy I could have ever dreamed of…still some work to do with mountain bikers, but we can’t be perfect at everything.…

October Joel Conner Clinic Report: Winter

October Joel Conner Clinic Report: Winter

Paige N has been spending some time working with Winter, and has the following to say about their time spent together over the last two Joel Conner clinics: “Over the past two Joel Conner Clinics Winter has made phenomenal progress both mentally and physically. …

Week in Review: November 10 — 16

Week in Review: November 10 — 16

Another week has passed at SAFE, and with it we are already halfway through November! The weather is changing (re: darker, colder) but as always, the varied personalities of the horses and the busy, busy days around the barn keep us warm. Check out what we got up to…

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