The Wooden Horse

The Wooden Horse Teaching before training. Stewardship before performance. Guiding horses & humans toward trust, understanding, and deeper connection — one soft feel at a time.

Little Ranch Hands Summer Camps are here! Give your kids a week they’ll never forget - filled with horses, hands-on lear...
05/01/2026

Little Ranch Hands Summer Camps are here! Give your kids a week they’ll never forget - filled with horses, hands-on learning, and life on the ranch. Our first two weeks are almost full, so we’ve added an additional August camp!

Spirit was kind enough to donate enough hair to create his tiny twin 🐴🐴
03/20/2026

Spirit was kind enough to donate enough hair to create his tiny twin 🐴🐴

Special Opportunity for Wooden Horse Students!Steve Rother Horsemanship has generously invited all current students of T...
03/12/2026

Special Opportunity for Wooden Horse Students!

Steve Rother Horsemanship has generously invited all current students of The Wooden Horse to audit his upcoming clinic at the WA State Horse Park in Cle Elum for just $5 per day.
This is an incredibly generous offer, and we’re very grateful to Steve for extending this special invitation to our community. Opportunities like this are a wonderful way to learn, observe, and deepen your horsemanship outside of regular lessons.

I’m sharing his flyer with all the pertinent information.
Keep an eye on your email—we’ll be organizing this as a field trip on April 17th!
Looking forward to learning together.

Summer at The Wooden Horse means summer camps!Our Little Ranch Hand Camps focus on:✔ Safety around horses✔ Groundwork fu...
03/09/2026

Summer at The Wooden Horse means summer camps!

Our Little Ranch Hand Camps focus on:
✔ Safety around horses
✔ Groundwork fundamentals
✔ Riding with confidence & principles
✔ Confidence, awareness, and partnership
These camps are ideal for students who want to strengthen their foundation and ride independently. Beginners welcome.

Camp Dates:
• July 20–24
• July 27–31
Monday thru Friday, 9am to noon.

$475 per child, per camp
$150 non-refundable deposit required at signup (applied toward total)
Spots are intentionally limited to keep the experience personal and meaningful.

If your child loves horses — or is just getting started — this is a wonderful place to begin.

Register here: https://thewoodenhorsellc.as.me or send us a message.

Spring is just around the corner, and we’re getting ready. These small-group horsemanship classes focus on safe handling...
03/03/2026

Spring is just around the corner, and we’re getting ready.

These small-group horsemanship classes focus on safe handling, groundwork, and building confidence around horses before getting in the saddle.
Spots are intentionally limited to keep the experience personal and meaningful. Parents are welcome.

Details are in the flyer—use the QR code to book or find the link in our bio.

Naturally, over the last few months, when the riding around here slowed, we focused on the kind of work that really matt...
02/25/2026

Naturally, over the last few months, when the riding around here slowed, we focused on the kind of work that really matters. Our horsemanship students (and their parents) learned how to take a horse’s vital signs, spent time on groundwork, grooming, and feeding, and practiced the little skills that build confidence—like trailer loading, tying knots and handling the horse with intention.

There was also plenty of time to just be - with the horses, the alpacas, the goats, the chickens… and of course the barn cats. We even welcomed a new one (though to be fair, he chose us 😂). And Lilith continues to be as adorable as ever.

While winter isn’t a flashy season by any means, it usually is an important one. A time to build foundations, deepen understanding, and enjoy the quiet moments that make this life so special.

With spring around the corner, our riding season begins in April, and the calendar is now open for bookings. We’re looking forward to getting back in the saddle and sharing another season with all of you.

https://thewoodenhorsellc.as.me

These four photos show Snickers’ journey from where we started in spring of 2024 to where he is today. We acquired Snick...
01/23/2026

These four photos show Snickers’ journey from where we started in spring of 2024 to where he is today. We acquired Snickers in 2023 and intentionally gave him time off during his first year with us to simply settle in and adjust.

Early on, it was clear that his posture and overall body condition were compromised which showed up behaviorally through rearing, bolting, and crowding when worked. Those behaviors didn’t come from defiance, but from not feeling balanced in his own body. Horses are prey animals, so balance and the ability to run to safety is their first line of defense. When a horse doesn’t feel physically stable, anxiety often takes over.

For a long time, Snickers was very anxious and strongly herd bound. Taking him away from the herd made him difficult (and at times unsafe) to handle. Luckily, that behavior has changed. Especially over the last six months, our primary focus has been relaxation by establishing a calm baseline before asking for anything more.

With the meticulous guidance and help of two wonderful teachers, Snickers and I have been making steady progress. His posture, balance, and confidence have improved—and he truly looks and moves more and more like a horse now.

Snickers is also the reason behind my new Patreon series, Simplicity, Patience, and Compassion, a space where I share the quiet, foundational work that often doesn’t look flashy, but changes everything for both human and horse.

We have 2 spots left!Winter is a great time to slow down and build understanding. This kids horsemanship class is design...
01/20/2026

We have 2 spots left!

Winter is a great time to slow down and build understanding. This kids horsemanship class is designed to help young horse lovers learn how horses think, what they need, and what ethical, natural horsemanship really means—all in a calm, indoor setting.

We focus on knowledge, awareness, and preparation for hands-on classes later in the spring. The small group format allows for thoughtful discussion, questions, and meaningful learning. Parents are always welcome.

All details are in the flyer. Feel free to reach out with questions. Link to sign up in bio.

Winter is a wonderful time to slow down and learn. This kids horsemanship class is designed to build understanding, curi...
01/14/2026

Winter is a wonderful time to slow down and learn. This kids horsemanship class is designed to build understanding, curiosity, and confidence around horses. During the class, we’ll explore what horses need, how they think and communicate, and what ethical, natural horsemanship really means. A thoughtful, low-pressure way for horse-loving kids to learn and prepare for hands-on classes in the spring. Each student takes home a folder with class materials.

Sign up: https://thewoodenhorsellc.as.me

Winter Lessons Are Back (Limited Availability)!Now that the round pen has been plowed, I’m opening up a limited number o...
01/13/2026

Winter Lessons Are Back (Limited Availability)!
Now that the round pen has been plowed, I’m opening up a limited number of lessons with Couscous & Stella. These sessions are a great opportunity to brush up on your horsemanship skills and focus on feel, timing, and communication.
Because of winter conditions and less-than-ideal footing, these lessons will be groundwork, walk, and trot only—perfect for building strong foundations without rushing the process. Lessons are weather permitting, as the round pen is not covered.
Lessons can be booked online (link in bio).
Spots are limited, so be sure to grab one if you’ve been wanting to get back in the pen this winter.
I look forward to working with you!

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2080 Zrebiec Road
Cle Elum, WA
98922

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Tuesday 10am - 12pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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