The McNiesh Barns and Stables

The McNiesh Barns and Stables Full Service Horse boarding

Riding lessons

We are a full service boarding, schooling and training facility in Shiocton, WI providing a very low stress environment for horse and rider. We specialize mainly in classic dressage, seat schooling and small clinics, but riders of other disciplines (and their outside trainers) are welcomed too.

09/12/2026

A barn is a living organism, and the people who fill it with life are its heartbeat.🫀❤️

​Today, that heartbeat was louder and stronger than ever. 🫶💪

We tackled a complete tune-up of our indoor arena, and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible help of our students and barn parents who rolled up their sleeves and pitched in.

​Facilities are just wood, steel, and sand—it’s the community that turns them into a home.

A massive, heartfelt thank you to everyone who showed up today to keep the heart of our barn beating strong. We appreciate every single one of you! 🤍✨

09/11/2026

🍁​Seasonal shift: from miles on the trail back between the white boards.🍂

​As our endurance season comes to a close, the tall boots and breeches are coming back out.

While the scenery changes from open fields to the arena, the core goal never does.

Taking a horse with trail grit, endless stamina, and honest forward desire and asking for suppleness, collection, and fine-tuned aids is one of the best parts of classical cross-training.

​Ready for winter dressage schooling!

09/09/2026

First, a round of applause: we officially outsmarted the Pivo. 🎬

​JD’s training journey is rolling forward, and today was my first ride on him! My wonderful assistant and apprentices handle the foundational groundwork, and I step in when the plot thickens.
​Today we ventured into "no safety net" territory—off the longe line for the first time. Right on cue,

JD treated us to his very first spook. Pleased to report we both survived, dignity intact, and immediately went back to business.

​Spooks aside, the priority never wavers: rhythm and relaxation above everything else. Now comes the fun part—layering in the rider’s aids and fine-tuning our communication so JD learns to relax, trust the hand and seat, and find his own cadence under saddle.

​Proud of this good boy!


09/04/2026

Truly proud and deeply humbled.
​Let’s start with the human part: watching my assistant trainer, Jessica Sims, step up and embody everything I’ve taught her is one of the greatest rewards of this work. Her dedication, patience, and horsemanship shine through in every ride.

​And then there’s JD. He is everything a rider could ever ask for—responsive, trusting, and an absolute dream mover.
​Beyond thrilled with this team and where we’re headed. ✨🐴

09/02/2026

A milestone day at the barn, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate! 🎂✨

Today was Mr. Finn’s very first official lesson, and he had the absolute pleasure of spending it under saddle with J.D.’s mum,

Rae. Having an upper-level dressage rider in the irons made for such a special ride, but what made it truly unforgettable is that today is Rae’s birthday!

​Finn stepped up to the occasion and proved to be the ultimate gentleman from start to finish—attentive, willing, and trying his heart out.
​Well... see it for yourself! 👇🐴❤️

​Wishing the happiest of birthdays to Rae! Here’s to wonderful partnerships, great rides, and many more milestones ahead.








⚠️ HEAT & HUMIDITY ALERT: Why high humidity is dangerous for horses 🐴🌡️​With today’s humidity reaching an extreme 99%, a...
09/01/2026

⚠️ HEAT & HUMIDITY ALERT: Why high humidity is dangerous for horses 🐴🌡️

​With today’s humidity reaching an extreme 99%, all riding lessons and horse training sessions are CANCELED.

​It is easy to look at the air temperature and think it is safe to ride, but humidity changes the equation entirely. When planning equestrian activities, the Heat Index (and the equine Heat + Humidity combined score) is what truly determines safe conditions.

09/01/2026

JD’s Journey Continues: When Midwest Humidity Meets Pure Progress 🐴🌾✨

​They say "Midwest is best," but on days like today, just standing still and breathing is an Olympic-level cardio workout. 😅 The humidity was out in full force, but JD didn’t let the thick air slow down his brain!

​Today brought a truly exciting breakthrough: JD was genuinely forward under saddle for the very first time.

​In classical horsemanship, "forward" has zero to do with raw speed or rushing. It’s all about a horse’s willingness, responsiveness, and subtle obedience to the rider’s aids—the energy traveling freely from back to front without tension. (As the old masters say: the worst expression of "forward" is an uncontrolled rear, while the highest, most collected expression is a classical levade!)

​Assistant trainer Jessica did a fantastic job delivering whisper-soft, precise aids. But the real magic happens in the release. Giving the immediate reward the second the horse answers keeps the conversation polite and lets the horse find and maintain their own natural rhythm without interference.

​Watching JD tune in, soften, and actively seek the conversation despite the swampy weather warms the heart (and not just because it’s 90% humidity out here!).

​One quiet step at a time, this big guy is blossoming. ❤️

08/25/2026

💥Looking to elevate your riding this fall? 💥

🐎Dressage schoolmaster Finn Again has a few select lesson spots opening up starting September 1st!

💫​Finn is fully USEF and FEI registered—a true gentleman with the experience to help dedicated riders refine their feel, precision, and harmony in the saddle.⭐️

🐴​Rider Requirements:

✅️​Confident in all three gaits with correct balance and timing

✅️​Established independent seat and hands, riding off subtle aids rather than rein pressure

✅️​A solid foundation in dressage geometry and the ability to execute arena figures with accuracy

⚜️​If you’re ready to put the theory into practice and learn from a genuine schoolmaster, drop me a PM to reserve your spot! 🐴✨

08/23/2026

We hear you, and we love how much you care about the well-being of your equine partners! Lately, we’ve received so many fantastic questions from our community that we’re kicking off a brand-new series:

The Q&A Edition. 🐴💬

🐎​Today’s Question:

Why do we prioritize regular chiropractic care and bodywork for our horses?👇

✅️​Just like human athletes, our horses ask a lot of their bodies every single day. Whether they are packing students in weekly lessons or conditioning for big athletic goals, they deserve the exact same standard of care we’d give any high-performance athlete.

✅️The benefits of routine chiropractic adjustments and bodywork are undeniable—improving mobility, releasing tension, and keeping them feeling comfortable and confident in their work.

✅️​Beyond keeping our herd feeling their best, regular bodywork gives us something just as valuable: an honest, biomechanical check on our training.

✅️​Equine chiropractors have a deep understanding of functional anatomy and movement.

✅️Having a trusted professional assess our horses tells us directly how our riding and training program is impacting them. It’s an invaluable second set of expert eyes on our work, ensuring we’re building correct muscle, balancing movement, and adapting our training whenever a horse needs a shift in approach.

😊Great horsemanship is always a team effort!😊

​📸 Pictured here:

The wonderful Dr. Patti Glover working her magic, our sweet school horse Hailey soaking in the care, and our very diligent barn supervisor Angus making sure everything meets his high standards. 🐾

​Drop your horsemanship, training, or horse care questions in the comments below—yours might be featured in our next Q&A edition! 👇✨

Address

N4555 State Highway 76
Shiocton, WI
98513

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19207504749

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