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What do you see when you see this photo? I see stillness, presence, a relaxed horse and a calm human having a silent con...
06/22/2026

What do you see when you see this photo? I see stillness, presence, a relaxed horse and a calm human having a silent conversation. I see connection, trust, and understanding. I see a relationship between horse and human. It makes me stop and think…

So often you hear the snippet of Psalm 46:10 that says, “Be still, and know that I am God…” But how often do we consider what that means, or which one of you could tell me what the rest of that Psalm is about? If you read the rest of the Psalm (which I encourage you to do!) you might be impressed by the awesome power of our Mighty God! How often do you consider that God’s power is real? That His power is greater than anything else in the world? That we can “be still”, because we KNOW that He is GOD?

How often do we consider that He is a personal God, who loves us, who gives us the free gift of Salvation when we repent (turn from) our sin and confess His name. Not only that, but He is real. He is present at all times. He offers us a relationship with Him.

These are the thoughts that come to mind when I consider the horses, resting in who they are and doing what they are created to do. We are created to glorify God, so how can we do that today?

Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble…”

Here are some of the Equine-Assisted Learning photos from our SBR High School Camps! As with all our camp sessions this ...
06/20/2026

Here are some of the Equine-Assisted Learning photos from our SBR High School Camps!

As with all our camp sessions this summer, the focus is on 1 Timothy 4:8 “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.”

During these fun group sessions we talked a lot about “training”, how the horses learn, and what it can teach us about our own lives. We talked about how horses are wired to receive instruction and build relationships, and compared it to how we can listen to God and grow closer with Him. I gave the kids a goal to help the horses learn something new, so they taught them a new obstacle course and helped them navigate it both on the ground and riding ba****ck.

Each camper and horse was a blessing to work with. There’s still time to join us this summer! Check out our website www.northstareal.org for more.

Sometimes, EAL sessions are full of energy and movement. Other times, like this session last week, a student doesn’t hav...
06/16/2026

Sometimes, EAL sessions are full of energy and movement. Other times, like this session last week, a student doesn’t have their usual spark of energy and enthusiasm with them. In these instances, we slow down and meet people where they are.

Although our student told us he wasn’t ready to connect with our horse that day, Joppa had other plans. We watched as the horse slowly approached, and put his head down to the boy to see what he was doing. We stayed quiet, watching the moment unfold. Soon, our student was standing up, petting Joppa with his head resting against him. Joppa (usually full of energy) was totally calm, his head lowered to the same level as the student, eyes closing as the student continued to pet him and then to lead him around.

Sometimes, on hard days, you just need a little encouragement from a friend.
Sometimes it’s nice to remember, you don’t have to do this alone.
Sometimes, the horses know what we need before we do.
Sometimes, the horses teach us it’s ok to be quiet, present, calm, and to listen.

What a wonderful metaphor for the way God takes care of His children, never leaves us alone, knows what we need, and guides each and every step we take.

I’ve attached some encouraging stories from our first round of SBR Family Campers a few weeks ago, and more photos and stories are coming soon from these last few weeks of High School Camp. It’s been so encouraging to see each person and the perspectives they bring!

If you’re curious for more information about the Equine-Assisted Learning program, I encourage you to reach out to [email protected] or (715) 484-2742 ext. 250. If you know someone who may be interested, spread the word. We would love to see you at the barn. Thank you!

More from yesterday’s White Lake School District field trip!
06/12/2026

More from yesterday’s White Lake School District field trip!

We had such a fun morning hosting 14 middle school students from White Lake School for an Equine-Assisted Learning exper...
06/12/2026

We had such a fun morning hosting 14 middle school students from White Lake School for an Equine-Assisted Learning experience!

If you’re interested in doing a similar field trip to the barn, here’s how their day went:

- Students arrived and we went over some safety rules with the horses.
- Discussion of our topics for the day — these students wanted to learn about Friendship and Teamwork. We made a list on the white board of what these meant.
- We introduced the horses, then did a grounding exercise (like brushing, noticing things about the horses, and asking questions) to get comfortable around them.
- The kids completed a series of challenges which involved the horses as a part of each team. We asked the kids to think about friendship and teamwork in a new way as they led the horses through obstacles and played a fun game.
- We gathered back at the whiteboard to add more to what we learned about friendship and teamwork.
- Following our EAL session each student also had a short ba****ck ride and enjoyed a picnic lunch at the barn. The whole adventure was about an hour and a half to two hours long.

Interested in setting up something similar? Reach out to [email protected] today! We’d love to welcome you here!

Ever wanted to take a riding lesson with your best friend? It was so fun watching these girls with their horses, Ghost a...
06/09/2026

Ever wanted to take a riding lesson with your best friend? It was so fun watching these girls with their horses, Ghost and Judah, today.

Along with working on their individual riding skills, we also gave them the challenge of working together and staying connected/side-by-side for a good chunk of the lesson.

The girls had to figure out their spacing and speed, pay attention to their horses, communicate and coordinate with each other, and ride at the same time! So much to think about! It made for a fun challenge.

We have more space this summer for group and individual riding lessons and Equine Assisted Learning. Reach out to learn more! www.northstareal.org

This week we’re having so much fun kicking off the first week of summer with the SBR family campers! Each equine-assiste...
06/02/2026

This week we’re having so much fun kicking off the first week of summer with the SBR family campers! Each equine-assisted learning group has been so unique and has brought fun perspectives into our activities with the horses.

Our summer camp theme explores 1 Timothy 4:8 which says, “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.”

The speaker this week is teaching on “Following Jesus”, so during our EAL sessions we’ve talked a lot about these topics and the idea of “training”.

Are horses born knowing how to follow the guidance of a human? While the desire to connect with others is in their design, horses require proper training to learn how to follow and be led. They need someone to show them the way they should go, and they must learn to trust that guidance. This requires practice, patience, perseverance, and a relationship with their leader.

Likewise, people are also born with a desire to connect — to connect with animals, with people, and with God. We know there is more to the world than the things we can see (Ecc. 3:11). We know we have a future ahead of us and are designed for a purpose (Ps. 139). So doesn’t it make sense we would follow our leader (Jesus), spend time with Him, learn to be led by Him, and grow more like Him as we step out in faith and follow His example? Some things to think about today.

There’s still time to join our EAL sessions this summer - reach out to [email protected] for more information!

The face you make when your horse decides to roll mid-EAL session…Sometimes we ask people to do challenging things with ...
05/30/2026

The face you make when your horse decides to roll mid-EAL session…

Sometimes we ask people to do challenging things with the horses. The goal is to push them enough out of their comfort zone that they can try something new and learn from the experience.

So what do you do when you don’t have all the answers, or your initial approach to a challenge isn’t working? What do you do when you don’t know what questions to ask? Where do you turn for help?

During this session, I took away the halters and lead ropes we usually use to lead the horses, and asked the kids to find other ways to direct them around the arena and through the obstacles.

They found a few new ways to guide the horses — using a hula hoop, using a treat, or inviting the horse to follow them at liberty. To end on a good note, I returned their halters/lead ropes and let the kids walk the horses as they were used to. It took some time and perseverance, but the realization that it’s ok to use your creativity, to try even if you’re not sure, and to be confident and make choices shone through.

Want to join us? Reach out at [email protected].

Also if you’re part of the SBR Family Camp this week, we will have opportunities for you to sign up and spend quality time at the barn!

Psalm 121:1-2 “I lift up my eyes to the hills.
From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.”

We enjoyed hosting this wonderful group at the barn this morning for some horsey fun!! ❤️
05/28/2026

We enjoyed hosting this wonderful group at the barn this morning for some horsey fun!! ❤️

It is always encouraging to hear stories from parents of the ways their kids are growing through Equine-Assisted Learnin...
05/27/2026

It is always encouraging to hear stories from parents of the ways their kids are growing through Equine-Assisted Learning.

This wonderful student has been working hard on being comfortable with change and new situations, and we had thunderstorms roll through for a few of her recent sessions including this one last night. When thunderstorms happen during our EAL sessions, we switch to indoor groundwork activities and keep an eye on the horses to make sure everyone remains calm and grounded throughout. For the last few weeks, my lesson plans for this student had to shift last-minute due to weather, which gave us some good practice navigating change and adjusting to new plans.

At the barn, I’ve seen increased comfort, communication, and confidence in this student’s interactions with the horses. After talking to her mom last night, I’m proud to hear that she is stepping way out of her comfort zone and trying new and potentially scary things at home too – and not just trying, but conquering those fears and being successful!

Watching this girl with the horses last night, I could see she was in her happy place. She was calm and enjoying her time with the horses even as the thunder and rain beat down on the roof overhead. What a perfect metaphor for the chaotic situations that can happen in life, and the calm confidence we can have in spite of it. We pray that the patterns she learns at the barn set her up for a bright future as well!

We still have space for summer Equine-Assisted Learning and Riding Lessons - contact us today at [email protected] to set up a visit!

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White Lake, WI
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