Stagecoach Stables

Stagecoach Stables Stagecoach Stables is an equine facility offering boarding, lessons, camps, classes & more.

Stagecoach Stables first opened its doors in 1997 as a place for people to board their horses. It was organized and built to provide an educational training and boarding facility for horse enthusiasts of central Iowa. It is a premier facility in the Ames area offering opportunities for youth as well as adults to learn and enjoy equine activities of all kinds. In Dec 2021, Stagecoach was bought by

Rachel Haila and her family with the vision to continue to serve the people of Ames and the surrounding areas.

Only 1 WEEK until our Equine Wellness Workshop with April Schaeffer!The things we've learned from April over the past ye...
06/06/2026

Only 1 WEEK until our Equine Wellness Workshop with April Schaeffer!

The things we've learned from April over the past year have genuinely changed the way we think about horse care and wellness. We've seen some incredible improvements in our own horses and are so very excited to bring her to Stagecoach to share her knowledge with our community!

If you're interested in all things horses - nutrition, hoof health, movement, inflammation, digestion, comfort, or simply helping horses feel their best - this workshop is for you! Whether you're a horse owner, rider, caregiver, equine professional, or simply someone who loves horses and wants to learn more!

Lunch, snacks, resources, samples, giveaways, and LOTS of freebies included.

Register soon so we can plan food, materials, seating, and giveaways!

We have ONE spot left in our Wonderful World of Horses Camp! Don’t miss this fun-filled week of hands-on horse learning,...
06/04/2026

We have ONE spot left in our Wonderful World of Horses Camp! Don’t miss this fun-filled week of hands-on horse learning, riding, games, and adventure. If your child loves horses, now is the time to sign up before this last spot is gone!

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟Kylie Lang and her horse Nava (Nava June) 🐴Age: 5Color: ChestnutHow long have you had your horse?...
06/02/2026

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟

Kylie Lang and her horse Nava (Nava June) 🐴
Age: 5
Color: Chestnut

How long have you had your horse?
3 years this July!

What is your favorite thing to do with your horse?
Ride on the trails!

What do you love about boarding at Stagecoach?
All the people and how kind and supportive everyone is!

Fun Fact:
Nava is very social and loves being around people! ❤️

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟Melissa Riegel and her horse Cela (Enceladus) Age: 12Color: BayHow long have you had your horse?A...
05/26/2026

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟

Melissa Riegel and her horse Cela (Enceladus)
Age: 12
Color: Bay

How long have you had your horse?
Almost 5 years!

What is your favorite thing to do with your horse?
Learn new things!

What do you love about boarding at Stagecoach?
I love how friendly everyone is, and how comfortable I am with the care I know Cela gets.

Fun Facts & Favorite Memories:
Cela wasn’t in the best condition when I got her, but she has settled in nicely to being completely spoiled lol.

The first time we took her on a trail ride, my mom and I learned that she does not like mud puddles, but does really like creeks — and can be hard to get out! She is also oddly scared of turkeys.

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟Heather Kamataris and her horse QuestAge: 18 Color: GrayHow long have you had your horse?4 yearsW...
05/19/2026

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟

Heather Kamataris and her horse Quest
Age: 18
Color: Gray
How long have you had your horse?
4 years

What is your favorite thing to do with your horse?
Hit the trails! Quest was a trail horse when I bought him, and while teaching him the ins and outs of the arena is rewarding, he really enjoys himself trampling through the woods. The more off-road, the better!

What do you love about boarding at Stagecoach?
The community! I’ve never had a day where someone hasn’t smiled and asked about my day, and it’s been a joy to have so many lovely riding partners. I can’t wait for more adventures this summer!

Fun Facts & Favorite Memory:
The very first time I rode Quest, back when he was owned by a trail outfitter I was working as a guide for, our group was charged by a moose. We were heading back to the barn after a 4 hour ride through a mountain valley in Colorado with 5 guests (most of whom had never touched a horse). The final creek we crossed on the return was loud, around a corner, and densely wooded. The horse’s weren’t able to see, smell or hear the mama moose and calf just on the other side until half of us had already crossed. Mama was not so happy about that, lowered her head, and charged. Two of my five guests fell in the creek, horses were running everywhere, and a third guest was screaming and unable to dismount by herself. Quest went exactly where I told him and stayed with me when I dismounted until I let go and sent him home. My guest ended up falling on top of me while I helped her dismount, adding to the complete chaos. In the process, mama moose had decided her job was done and walked off, but it was a long walk back to the stables. Needless to say, neither Quest nor I were particularly fond of the 3 or 4 other moose we saw from a distance that year.

Join us in wishing Rachel Haila a very happy birthday! 🎉 Rachel’s passion for horses, wellness, and overall well-being s...
05/15/2026

Join us in wishing Rachel Haila a very happy birthday! 🎉 Rachel’s passion for horses, wellness, and overall well-being shines through in everything she does. Her dedication, kindness, and love for the horses make such a positive impact every day. We hope your birthday is as amazing as you are!

Just ONE month until our Equine Wellness Workshop with April Schaeffer of Schaeffer Bodyworks! 🌿🐴Whether you own horses,...
05/13/2026

Just ONE month until our Equine Wellness Workshop with April Schaeffer of Schaeffer Bodyworks! 🌿🐴

Whether you own horses, work with horses, or simply love learning more about them, this is going to be an incredible day of education, conversation, and growth.

We’ll be diving into holistic equine wellness, horse care, nutrition, environment, and how these things impact both the body and mind of the horse. April brings such a thoughtful, practical, horse-centered perspective, and we’re so excited to host her here at Stagecoach Stables.

This workshop is designed to be welcoming and approachable for a wide range of horse lovers—from experienced owners to those who simply want to better understand and support the horses they care about.

Lunch, resources, samples, and a consultation voucher are included. We hope you can join us! Registration link in the comments!

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟Crystal Nablo and her horse Zana Age: 10Color: solid bay with dapples How long have you had your ...
05/12/2026

🌟 Boarder of the Week 🌟

Crystal Nablo and her horse Zana
Age: 10
Color: solid bay with dapples
How long have you had your horse?
Since she was a weanling and I was 16! We grew up together and she made it possible for me to get through the hardest times in my life!

What is your favorite thing to do with your horse?
We like to listen to music together while she grazes, go for chill rides, and trail rides!

What do you love about boarding at Stagecoach?
We LOVE the trails on the property, the access to grass, and the rotating grass pastures! Stagecoach provides a lovely environment for just “hanging out” with your horse, the people are friendly and will chat with you if you want, or give you space if you need/want it! and It’s so nice to be able to go for trail rides without having to load up into a trailer and go anywhere.

Fun Facts & Story:
Zana is the smartest, sweetest, chillest horse ever. She’s brave and curious, loves to lead the trail ride, investigate new things, and open gates if she can. She’s not afraid of much, and she’s too smart for her own good. When she was only 2, she escaped at our previous barn and went for a walk at 4am… then police showed up at the door with her because she went right up to them and let them lead her straight home 🤦‍♀️.
She’s so friendly and loves to meet people and follow them in the pasture. She usually comes when you call her name - I used to joke that her recall is better than my dogs.

This past month, we asked everyone to share their favorite rainy day activities and the board filled up with cozy, creat...
05/08/2026

This past month, we asked everyone to share their favorite rainy day activities and the board filled up with cozy, creative, and horse-filled answers!

What’s your favorite rainy day activity? ⬇️

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1568 Stagecoach Road
Ames, IA
50010

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+15155202021

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