Organizational changes at SAFE
Allison Sheka, a long time SAFE volunteer and most recently our dedicated Volunteer Coordinator has decided to take a well-earned break from the demands of her position. Stepping in to take over as Volunteer Coordinator on a trial basis is SAFE Advisory Board member…
I keep my promise
I made a promise and that was that when 50 people sign up for my mom’s party I would show you my picture. There are 48 people signed up for the party and horses always round up so that makes 50. This is the picture that I painted that is going to be in the auction at…
A show horse
Mom came out a little while ago and put my face harness on. Then her phone rang and so she needed me to stand patiently and wait until she was done with her phone call. See how I did?———–> Mom said we have to practice. I never practice, but she seemed to think…
I am not sure about any of this.
Lots of days this happens: Mom gives grain to Jay and Chance, but when I look into my bowl, it’s empty! Then I have to stare at Mom to remind her that I didn’t get any grain. She says, Sorry Honeycutt, because I am too fat for grain eating every day. If I try to taste…
Bubbles — Adopted!
Congratulations to Mary J. of Lake Forest Park, WA on her adoption of Bubbles! To read Bubbles entire history at SAFE, click here.
SAFE facing rising hay costs in the second half of 2011
About a month ago, we posted a plea for donations. It’s something we seriously dislike having to do, but when donations are down and expenses are up, there isn’t much choice. Unfortunately, last month’s request for help yielded only $650 in new donations, and only 4…
July Volunteer of the Month: Victoria Guy
Our volunteer of the month for July is Victoria G! Victoria has been a Sunday volunteer for over a year and has recently taken over Sunday morning turnout and feed in addition to barn chores. Her quiet nature is appreciated by our horses and her help is appreciated by…
Karma Intake Photos
Photos taken of Karma on July 3rd, the day she was signed over to SAFE:
Wrap up from Joel Conner Clinic Dec. 12–13, 2015
We had a great time hosting Joel again at Safe Harbor. The horses and volunteers had an amazing weekend and everyone progressed in their feel and training. Here are a few accounts from the volunteer participants about what they learned about the horses they were…
Chip finds his forever home!
Chip has been a SAFE horse for a while…three years in fact…and we’ve had the opportunity to watch his transformation from a breeding stallion to the best and happiest gelding in the herd. And today we can happily announce that he has finally found his forever…
Khianna: Training update
Khianna has shown progress in her training with volunteer Jolene. The two are working diligently and their efforts are paying off. Here is a little about Khianna’s personality from Jolene: “When Khianna first arrived, she was very fearful of most things; she was so…
Ben and Lisa Take a Lesson with Michael Sparling
Here is a lovely write up from Lisa G who is training Ben at Safe Harbor. He is gaining a lot of confidence from her steady and caring approach. I worked with Ben in a lesson with Michael Sparling the other night, and have a lot of things, big and small, to work on…
Emmy, Sophie and Annabelle are turned out for the winter!
Emmy is getting a winter turnout with her new friends Sophie and Annabelle. Sophie and Annabelle have been at the farm for about a month now and welcomed Emmy into the herd. They are all getting along well and even the goats get to hang with the girls! We are hoping…
Do You See the Family Resemblance?
This lovely young mare to the left is one of Dottie’s offspring, Dana. Doesn’t she look a lot like Dottie? Dana lives in Juneau, Alaska and a few months back, her owner was researching her lineage online and stumbled upon Doty Belle’s “Where Are They Now?” video on…
