Cary Bartz' Valiant Stables and School of Horsemanship

01/27/2026

Check out Minnesota Saddlebred Horse Association annual auction on 32auctions. Great items for horsey and non horsey peeps and plenty for out of state peeps too!

12/21/2025

FINAL day of Holiday Special for new rider/customers.
$200 for 4 private lessons, regularly $248, available through 12/31/2025! Cash, check or Venmo

Saturday before Christmas horsin' around. Sorry we didn't get pictures of all but here are a few fun ones.

Reminder, Holiday Special for new rider/customers. $200 for 4 private lessons, regularly $248 available through 12/31. Tall or small, beginner or advanced. Limited space.
Contact Cary 651.303.2511

12/17/2025

This!

12/17/2025

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2026
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
FOR THE ANNUAL MSHA AWARDS BANQUET

12/17/2025

Holiday Special for new customers-4 pack of private horseback riding lessons for $200 regularly $248. Limited space-Special price thru 12/31/25
Text Cary for more information 651.303.2511

05/30/2025

Madison Classic Horse Show 2025 is in the books. We haven't been in maybe 18 years and fun was had by all. So proud of all our rides and drives with very deep competition.

05/17/2025

So true!

‼️ You are not your ribbon. You are not your last placing. And you definitely are not defined by one judge’s opinion on one day. Your worth isn’t measured in wins! It’s reflected in the way you show up for your horse and in the trust you build.
In the quiet victories between you and the animal who gives you everything every time you swing a leg over. 🐴

Because this sport isn’t just about results. It’s about connection. 💞
And when that becomes your focus, when you start chasing growth, understanding, and mastery alongside your horse, you’ll ride with a confidence no placing can take away.

🏆 If you have that mindset, you’re already winning, no matter the color of your ribbon. That will keep you going, even when your number isn’t called.

📘 My upcoming book How to NOT Annoy the Judge is about so much more than impressing a panel.
It’s about showing up with intention, riding with presence, and becoming the kind of horse person judges remember for all the right reasons.

05/01/2025

Yesterday we lost a barn favorite 💔 Guy joined the menagerie at Valiant Stables almost 18 years to date. It didn't take long for him to become the unofficial greeter. Guy always had something to say, loved to cuddle, tolerated being dragged around by the kids and share your snacks or treats. Guy, you were loved and will be missed tremendously!

05/01/2025

Here's a recent video with Guy and another little...super cute. Guy you will be missed tremendously ❤️

02/15/2025

Hope your Valentine has 4 legs ❤️

06/17/2024

03/31/2024

Who recognizes these bunnies and butterflies from 6 years ago?