Bonnie Lea Farm

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BLF — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:18:04 +0000

UPCOMING EVENTS AT BLF

HORSE SHOW – June 30, 2013

GREG BEST – July 6 & 7, 2013

More details to come!

BLF REUNION

BLF — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:31:44 +0000

The Barn Family Reunion!

Saturday, November 24 at 5:00pm

A few Bonnie Lea riders from the past thought it was about time we all got together for a reunion and they, with current riders are pulling it together. Here are the details of the Saturday event they have put together. Please feel free to visit the FaceBook site Barn Reunion directly.

Where: Goodrich Hall on Williams campus (to the right of the creepy eyes!)In true barn spirit we are going to do a potluck, so please plan for something light and easy to navigate, that could feed 10-15 people (hey, perhaps you can get rid of some Thanksgiving leftovers!). Plates and silverware will be provided along with drinks and other goodies, but if your dish requires a serving utensil please bring it along. We will put up a list of what people sign up for so we have a good variety of dishes and not 20 of the same fruit salad!We are asking for $30 from each barn member/barn familyto cover all costs, and please feel free to bring family and significant others… there’s plenty of room! Please send money/checks to Brittainy Johnson or bring with you on night of event to collect. Please see RSVP info below or sign up on the sheet at the barn.To keep the weekend going the DeMayos will be hosting a casual brunch at the farm on Sunday morning from 10-12, so feel free to stop by the barn, and don’t forget your muck boots!

Alyson McLean (nee Messina) has generously offered her time and talent to put together a slide show of photos over the years. So if you have a few pictures you can send them along here: alysonmclean33(at)gmail(dot)com with the headline “barn photos.” Mrs. D would also like to put together a book of memories, and would like all to write a favorite story about a horse—a funny event—a life changing moment— as well as a small bio about where they are now to bring for the book.

Please RSVP to brittainy.johnson(at)gmail(dot)com (or Facebook message) with the following information:

Name and number of people attending
Plan to attend the following: Saturday barn chores, Reunion, Brunch
What you plan to bring for potluck

We are all so excited and can’t wait for this weekend! Please let us know if you have any questions, comments, concerns, or ideas.

Photos from June 2012 Show Now Available

BLF — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:47:29 +0000

Pictures are now posted on SmugMug and you can access them here. The password to access them is bonnielea2012

Most of the photos have a number like 18-03, the first number is the riders number at the show, the second is the photo number. This is our first time using smugmug so if you have questions or comments you can email John at themshow.com

Early Horse Show Entry Drawing

BLF — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 22:02:49 +0000

Please Note: Each entry form for horse/rider combination received by 5:00 pm on the Friday (June 22) prior to the horse show will be eligible for a drawing for a free day of show entries (aka no charge for your classes). One rider will be chosen at random, the morning of the show. The free day of show entries applies only to those entries received prior to 5 pm on Friday, June 22, 2012, and not those classes added the day of the show.

Please submit via mail, email (lisademayo@hotmail.com) or drop it off at the farm house mail box…Good Luck!

Scroll down for the Horse Show Documents…

BLF Horse Show – June 24, 2012

BLF — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 20:56:41 +0000

Sunday, June 24, 2012
WNEPHA Recognized Horse Show
8:30am start
Judge: William Joyce, USEF,’R,’ Ballston Spa, NY
Manager & Course Designer: Lisa DeMayo

Warm-up 7:00 am start. 8-8:15 am cross-rails warm-up.
Horse Show Entry Form
Horse Show Schedule 2012

BLF Horse Show June 26, 2011

BLF — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 02:48:24 +0000

Sunday, June 26, 2011
WNEPHA Recognized Horse Show

Judge: Mary Beebee, ‘r,’ Williamstown, MA
Manager: Lisa DeMayo
Course Design: Lisa DeMayo
8:30am start

BLF Horse Show June 27, 2010

BLF — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:49:03 +0000

Sunday, June 27, 2010
WNEPHA Recognized Summer Horse Show
8:30am start

Judge: Kathy Stoddard, Glenmont, NY
Manager: Lisa DeMayo
Course Design: Lisa DeMayo

Clearing Up Some Confusion

BLF — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:41:02 +0000

Hey all! Just a quick note– I accidentally listed on the Clinic page that Greg Best was coming in June, but he’s actually coming for his amazing jumping clinic **JULY 12, 13 & 14**.

I updated the Clinics & Events page, and you can also check it out on the Facebook fan page, to see our Events, more photos, and even available Bonnie Lea merchandise.

Sorry for the confusion!

We’re on Facebook!

BLF — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 02:20:09 +0000

Become a fan of Bonnie Lea Farm on Facebook! Keep up to date on clinics, lesson and leasing deals, featured horses and more!

Also, speaking of, look under our Clinics section for information about the upcoming Tom Curtin clinic! It’s affordable for anyone, and worth every penny! Don’t miss out!

Leasing Packages

BLF — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 04:25:33 +0000

New lease deals are available at Bonnie Lea farm!

All leases include one lesson per lease per week (so, if you are leasing 2 horses, 2 lessons a week are immediately included.) With any lease, you are welcome to stop by any time that we’re around to visit with your horse. A lease is perfect for an adult who’s ready to get back into riding but isn’t ready to buy a horse, or for a young rider ready to take the next step from just a weekly lesson. Bonnie Lea has lease packages and horses available for all ages, skill levels and sizes.

Leasing is also a useful way to “test-drive” a horse. If you’d like to buy, but not sure if you could handle the responsibility, lease for a month or more to be sure! Or, if you’d like the experience of owning a horse without the stress, then a lease is for you!

“Free ride” days allow the leaser to come on their designated day (they can work out a schedule with Lisa or with the owner of the horse) and ride their horse. The rider can groom, tack up, and ride without needing to be in a group lesson, and, skill level permitting (must be approved), may be able to jump with peer supervision for safety. Free-ride days allow the rider to practice the skills they learn in their weekly lessons.

-Part Lease. For $400-500 a month*, one lesson is included per week with 2 “free-ride” days. This type of lease is best for advanced-beginner riders, or for adult beginners, to better their basic skills in a safe environment.

-Half Lease. For $500-600 a month*, one lesson is included per week with 4-5 “free-ride” days. This type of lease is best for intermediate to advanced riders who have other commitments (job, school, work) but still love to ride.

-Full Lease. For $600+ a month*, one lesson is included per week, and there are unlimited “free-ride” days. A full lease covers the basic costs of owning a horse, so the rider gets all the benefits of owning a horse without the worry. This type of lease in best for intermediate to advanced riders who are committed to riding or are just really good at juggling a busy schedule!

However, whatever your decision, Lisa can match you with a horse that’s perfect for you. Stop by or call for more information about leasing one of our amazing horses!

*PRICES VARY with demand/use of the horse.