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Riding lessons, summer camps, competition teams, internships/working students. Horses started and trained. Dressage, distance, gaited, H/J, and eventing.

Riding lessons for ages 3+, any level. Summer camps for ages 4 through 18. Horses started and trained in trail, gaited, dressage, eventing, and jumpers. Professional, adult, insured instructors.

10/10/2026

It's fall y'all!! Keep your PSLs, we prefer a good hunter pace to mark the change of seasons! Our crew braved the wet weather for Goshen Hounds' lovely course. Team 'CFS Soggy Bottoms' squished through with lots of clever footwork from our horses for 5th place. Good times had by all, even if Sheda was too cool for our pony club picture shenanigans.

Thanks to Goshen Hounds for hosting!!

PC Emily Ballenger

10/06/2026

Chautauqua Challenge, beautiful rolling trail through farmland and forest, perfect late September weather, and the crowning of a new 'big E' Endurance horse and our very first official Endurance mule.

With a solid season of LD completions and strong finish of back-to-back LDs at Iron Mountain, our equines were ready to step up for a one-day 50 mile ride and their first official Endurance ride. Taking along experienced horse Estrella to es**rt our homebred Morgan Ray and mule Trixie, we headed to western NY.

The first loop had the opportunity to be blazing fast, but with an 8 hour goal time we rated our mounts to a steady speed with some good canter bits sprinkled in. The second loop was a variation of the first, and with many hooves gone past, muddy trail slowed us down. The last loop diverted out to new trail, past cornfields, wind turbines, and straight through 'downtown' Cherry Creek. Despite Trixie and Ray thinking the trail ride should have been over about 25 miles ago, they caught their second wind on the last loop and finished super strong with great vet cards and within our time goal.

Further personal victories - We kept all our shoes despite deep and thick mud. All equines walked happily out of camp for all three loops. A certain mulefriend was not afraid of any of the vets and found her humans when she needed assistance. No one got kicked. Elizabeth could still walk at the end of the day. We confirmed our second generation bloodline at Endurance distance.

Thanks to Audrey and team for hosting! A huge thank you to Jessica who has been sidelined from competing due to injury this season but keeps showing up to crew regardless! No PBJs were lost this ride! Thanks to our crew of experienced riders - Jesseanne co-leading with Strelly, Elizabeth up on Ray, and Skylar taking the reins on Trixie. Thank you to Kim for trusting us with the training and development of Trixie - from scaredymule to Endurance.

10/03/2026

Clarity's Jumper Team took a first outing to the new to us show series at Free State Riding Club in Bowie. Despite the threat of rain, and having bitten our fingernails in fear of cancellation on Friday evening, we loaded up trusty CrackerJack and Rose with five riders, two team helpers, and an uncounted number of family members (sorry folks, I only have 10 fingers).

Our riders brought their good spirits and their A+ riding skills to a gray day to lay down some beautiful rides at the new venue. Angel on CrackerJack was our representative in the Open Walk division. They placed first in the Walk Equitation class and second in Walk Command class.

Ella on Rose and Suki on CrackerJack competed in the Mini Stirrup Walk/Trot division, with Ella placing 2nd in both the Equitation flat and over fences classes. Suki placed 3rd in the flat class and was sadly off course over fences, though she rode beautifully.

Colette on Rose and Teagan on CrackerJack battled it out in the Walk/Trot/Canter Equitation, with Colette placing first on the flat and second over fences, and Teagan placing first over fences and second on the flat. The judge was very complimentary about all our riders!!

Congratulations to all our competitors! Thank you to Audrey and Lainey for helping the team for the day, to Belinda and FSRC for their welcoming show environment, and to our families for their support!

09/30/2026

Our favorite fall event, the Marlborough Horse Trials at our 'home' venue of Rosaryville State Park. Every September cross-country fences start to pop up around the park leading to two fun-filled weekends of competition and schooling.

For 2026, Lauren took Ray out on a run through Starter. Despite our normal "the cobbler's kids go barefoot" method of training and conditioning (and memorizing dressage tests), Lauren and Ray had a solid dressage phase, one unlucky rail in stadium, followed by a clean and strong run through cross-country to finish in 8th place.

This event was Liam’s first full horse trials with Java, and not only did he consider a half halt, he applied several! The pair laid down a solid dressage test and then cruised around stadium and cross country to lead their Starter division from start to finish with a shiny blue ribbon well earned.

Lainey gave eventing a try for the first time with Sammy pony, who was out to prove that at 29 years young, he isn’t too old to zoom zoom. Lainey did all the things, rode bravely through a couple of sassy moments, and loves her pony at the end of the day with a pretty yellow ribbon for her dressage.

Many thanks to Katie and Lauren for coaching and driving a carefully orchestrated, drama-free hauling plan. Thanks to Katie, Liam, and Lainey for volunteering at the recognized event and to Elizabeth for volunteering at the starter. Thanks to Marlborough Horse Trials for keeping eventing alive in southern Maryland!

09/23/2026

Introducing Pony Pals!

By popular demand, a program for our youngest equestrians and their adults. Interact with our safe school horses in an inviting and age appropriate environment. Pony Pals sessions may include grooming, ground work, pony games, and other hands-on experiences. Your little ones will work on motor control, balance, organization, core strength, attention, focus, dexterity, following directions, and more, all while having fun with horses! Our instructors will guide you and your child at their own pace through hands-on activities and learning.

Private sessions allow up to two children and two adults. Want to schedule a group? We can accommodate up to 6 children and 4 adult participants (extra adults are welcome to spectate).

Pony Pals sessions are open to children ages 6 months to four years.

Ready to ride? Our introductory Pony Ride mounted lessons are available for ages 3 to 6.

09/18/2026

BRAG POST!!

First, Clarity Dressage Team member Lydia for managing the annual PVDA Alzheimer's Benefit Show and Team Captain Shannon for volunteering for to be Ring Steward. Lovely day, well run, smooth adventure.

Second, Sarah and her own Ophelia went down centerline at Second Level for the first time! IT WAS SO GOOD!! The pair earned 62.429% earning 3rd place in the Second and Above class with plenty of scope to continue to develop at this level! This pair has put in the work and progressed, we are so proud!!!

Third, Fireball for being the MVP debuting his I1 Freestyle with almost no warm-up since Elizabeth is nursing a broken foot but is too, let's say, 'persistent' to miss riding her Fireball by Pitbull with Fireball the horse Freestyle. Fireball did his best job of compensating for Elizabeth, earning 69.625% and 1st place in the musical freestyle class. A Morgan of many talents, Fireball then carried Elizabeth around the show grounds, opening and closing gates, and then stood perfectly at B in the show arena for Elizabeth to coach and call Sarah's test.

Thank you to Jerome for videoing and cheering us on!

QR code included for BrightFocus Foundation to promote Alzheimer's Disease Research if you would like to help the cause!

09/13/2026

Come visit Bliss the Wonder Pony and Throwing Shade at the Maryland State Fair

09/08/2026

Breeding and youngstock available!!

Dark and Shady - 2025 AWR registered filly out of Jockey Club registered TB Goldenbelle GES by AMHA registered Morgan Throwing Shade. Fig is an athletic, bold, and correct sport filly. Scoring 76.3% at Devon 2025 in her DSHB class, Fig has the gaits and conformation to succeed in eventing, dressage, or jumpers. Fig already shows a strong canter and ground covering trot. Fig has a tenacious presence that we can see following well in her sire line's eventing and jumping aptitudes. With a one year older full sister already pushing 16 hands, we expect Fig to finish solidly in the 16 hand range as well. Strong shoulder, solid bone, natural presence. This filly turns heads.

Pardon My Shade - 2025 Morgan registered filly out of Gloria Eclipse and by Throwing Shade. Pascha is all Morgan sport conformation and all Morgan gregarious personality. Well set neck with a fancy trot and good shoulder and hock activity, this filly will excel in dressage or the show world. Both parents are handy jumpers as well as confirmed distance horses, we expect Pascha to carry on these traits. Pascha brings elegance, brains, and friendliness to solid bone and steady demeanor. We expect her to finish in the 15 hand range.

Goldenbelle GES - 2014 Jockey Club registered Thoroughbred palomino mare. Mango is stunningly beautiful with a superior hind end and sweet personality. Unassisted deliveries and a good mom, Mango has produced two fillies for our program. Mango's fillies earned 74.5% in the 2025 Devon Produce of Dam class. Mango is a nice riding horse in between babies and could easily be trained for hunters or dressage. Mango is currently in foal to Cum Laude for a spring 2027 foal.

Goldenbelle GES x Cum Laude 2027 in-utero contract - For 2025, Cum Laude ranked third in the nation for the USEF’s Leading Dressage Breeding sires and at 2025 Dressage at Devon, Cum Laude won the Get of Sire class for the third year in a row. He is widely admired for his friendly and confident temperament.. His generosity of character is proving to be a hallmark of his offspring. Riders consistently note the willingness, intelligence, and work ethic that Cum Laude’s progeny display as they begin their training careers.

Priced low to mid five figures. Please email [email protected] or call or text (410) 279-4677 for more information

09/07/2026

Sunday Funday at Fence Post Farm this Labor Day Weekend. Coach Katie packed up our pre-Intro teams of Shannon and Harley and Lainey and Sammy. Both sets had lovely dressage tests with scores in the 70s. Lainey and Sammy earned 4th place while an unfortunate 'the other right turn' knocked Shannon out of the running.

Elizabeth and Ray met up in time to see the first set of horses off home. Elizabeth stepped up to Beginner Novice with Ray for her first time. The pair had a solid dressage test and found their rhythm eventually in stadium.

Thank you to Katie for coaching all day, Lainey and Thomas for cheering all day, and Ama for chauffeuring the second trailer. Thanks to Charlotte and the Fence Post Farm crew for a lovely day.

09/05/2026

What a time in the Virginia Highlands! Clarity's Distance Team closed out August at Iron Mountain Jubilee hosted from the beautiful Triple C Farm.

Friday Katie on Taxi and Junior Olivia on Estrella had a perfect start heading out on the 50 mile course. The pairs had a quick first 14 mile loop before vetting and heading out for their second 22 mile loop. They were still all smiles and fresh ponies at the second hold. After a snack break, we sent them for their final 13.5 mile loop, taken at a more sedate pace for the sake of some millennial knees. Solid finishes all around with Olivia in 19th and Katie in 20th place.

Elizabeth on Ray with Kim finally making a ride on her own Trixie Mule headed out for Friday's 25 mile LD course. Our first loop rolled through the Virginia hills and then onto the rangeland. After the vet hold our pairs finished their second loop and pulsed down in 9th and 10th place. Congrats to Kim on completing your first LD ride!!

Saturday, Olivia proved she learned nothing from last year's IMJ endurance/ride and tie combo weekend, once again pairing with Megan and pony bestie Sheriff for the 14 mile Ride and Tie. The team had a fantastic time finishing strong.

We sent Ray and Trixie back on course to rack up a full 50 miles over both days. Saturday Brenda took over the ride on Ray and Elizabeth enjoyed gaiting along on Trixie Mule. We picked up a bonus Junior and her horse Storm for Saturday's LD. Our equines were fresher than ever and crushed the first loop. A lost shoe on the second loop meant a slow last few miles carefully alongside walking the gravel road, but all horses finished sound and bright!

Fun-o-meter not filled by 50 miles, Katie stole the ride on Estrella for Saturday's 11 mile Intro ride with Junior Katherine up on Taxi. The pairs breezed through the course with horses again stronger on day two.

Thank you to Brenda, Katherine, Lainey, Kim, Gwynn, Audrey, and Audrey for crewing. Thank you to Nancy and the IMJ crew for perfect trail, welcoming base camp, and the best ride meals.

PC Becky Pearman Photography, Carolyn Blocker, Nancy Sluys, and Gwynn Ison

Address

3395 Davidsonville Road
Davidsonville, MD
21035

Telephone

+14102794677

Website

http://www.ClarityRiding.com/

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