Poplar Hill Stables

08/16/2020

We had a great time at Morven yesterday! The horses were great and the was run great!

07/25/2020

It has taken about a week to even begin to process that Quanto wouldn't be coming home with us. After winning one final blue ribbon for Lindsey we lost him very suddenly. Horses have a way of finding a way into your life when you need them even if you aren't looking. Quanto found his way to Poplar last year by chance, Lindsey wasn't looking but it was an amazing fit. She took a chance on this once in a life time horse and he taught her more than we could have dreamed in the last year. Quanto has a way of helping you learn to ask correctly and keeping you safe no matter what you put in front of him. He never complained or got frustrated when a mistake was made.. even though he was never the one to make the mistake. He will be missed by all, but most of all by his girl, who he loved with his whole heart. Rest easy big man, I know you'll be watching over us in the ring and wanting to remind us to keep it simple and not over complicate anything. We love you, and your Poplar family will keep watching out for Lindsey, I know that's what you would have wanted. Thank you to the amazing vets at Tryon Equine Hospital and the very understanding staff at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Til we meet again❤️

07/18/2020

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06/07/2020

After 5 Sunday's of Joe Fargis coming to us, some of the girls took a trip up to his farm for a lesson.

06/04/2020

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06/02/2020

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05/06/2020

So excited about being able to get the riders back in the barn! I'm so grateful for my amazing quarantine crew who made it possible to not only keep the horses in shape but improving. Strict social distancing policies will be in place but it will be nice to see people again soon! 

04/11/2020

We had to make one exception from the barn being closed today. Tatum started on Stormy before all of this craziness started but didn't know she was about to get a pony of her very own! With no end in sight we couldn't keep it a secret anymore! Can't wait until she is back out riding and taking care of her pony!

03/26/2020

The girls are enjoying their down time.

03/25/2020

One more sleepy pony

03/25/2020

Rainy days are perfect for naps!

03/25/2020

I want to say a huge Thank You to everyone who has pitched in from offering groceries to help in the barn! I feel so lucky to have such wonderful clients who really feel more like family! For those of you with nothing to do at home Cheryl Luria and Marisa Tvardek Safa have offered to set up online at home horsemanship classes!

We will keep sending pictures and can't wait to see everyone again soon!

03/24/2020

We are heartbroken to say we have to close until further notice. The horses will continue to receive the same great care they always do and we will be sure to send lots of picture updates! We cannot wait to see all of our clients again soon!

03/18/2020

We want to wish Sarah a big congratulations on her lease of Hopewell's Once Upon a Time! We needed some good news this week! We can't wait to see you guys in the ring! Thank you Kristy for all your help! Picturesque Farm LLC Kristy Willwerth Cheryl Luria

03/15/2020

Corona update!

We do have one rider with a fever. She is trying to get a test. In the meantime we have bleached everything in the barn.

We are asking that all rides be scheduled through signup genius. We are trying to limit the number of riders out at once. Please only plan to be here for your time. We would love to have everyone hanging out, but we need to play it safe.

We are also asking anyone that is coming out take their temperature before coming out.

Thank you for working with us durning this time!

03/13/2020

With the COVID-19 outbreak and current health crisis in mind, PHS will be taking some safety precautions to promote the health and safety of our customers and do our part in limiting the spread of this virus. Just as we pride ourselves in taking the bio-security measures to protect our equine partners very seriously; our students, parents and staff are no different.

We are asking students who are feeling under the weather, or with family members who are feeling under the weather, to please stay home from the barn. Lessons will continue as normal but our cancellation policy will not enforce late fees for riders who need to miss riding due to illness at home. We will happily care for or exercise your horse if you need to miss a few days at the barn.

We are also asking all of our students to regularly wash their hands and clean their bridles and saddles after each ride. Tack cleaning stations are available in the tack room.

PHS staff will be regularly disinfecting the tack room, the bathroom, door knobs, etc. We ask for your help in using Lysol wipes to clean surfaces you have come in contact with during your time at the barn.

We are asking to limit visitors to the barn. While we love meeting extended family and friends we are asking to limit the amount traffic through the barn to riders and immediate family.

BEST has been canceled for next week, we are still planning on attending Swan Lake next week.

Thank you!

03/11/2020

In an effort to keep everyone healthy and safe we ask you stay home from the barn if you have a cold, even if you can "tough" it out.

03/11/2020

We have updated our show schedule through August. Contact Alex with any questions!

January 20th-February 23th: World Equestrian Festival, Wellington FL.
March 21rd-March 22th: BEST, Upper Marlboro
March 26th-29th: Spring Time Festival, Upper Marlboro, MD.
April 2nd-5th: Maryland National, Upper Marlboro, MD
April 18th-19th: Best, Upper Marlboro, MD
April 22th-April 26th: Lexington Spring Premiere, Lexington, VA.
May 2th-May 3th: BEST, Upper Marlboro, MD.
May 6th-10th: St. Christopher’s, Littlestown, PA
May 13th-17th: Blue Rock, Littlestown, PA
June 1st-June 7th: Upperville Colt & Horse Show, Upperville, VA.
June 13th-14th: Best, Upper Marlboro, MD.
June 17th-June 21st: Kick Off Classic, Littlestown, PA.
July 1-July 26: Great Lakes Festival, Traverse City, MI.
August 1st- 2nd: Best, Upper Marlboro, MD
August 11th- August 16th: Blue Grass Festival, Lexington, KY.
August 19th-23rd: KHJA, Lexington, Kentucky.
August 15th-August 16th: BEST, Upper Marlboro, MD.
August 27th-August 30th: Quentin Fall Classic, Littlestown, PA.

03/05/2020

02/28/2020

Congratulations to Greg M on the purchase of San Primero! We will miss him but we are happy he found a perfect match! Thank you to Susan Cooper for all your help!

02/27/2020

So proud of Kerianne and glad she is also on our team!

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02/23/2020

The girls finished strong today, both earning good ribbons in their classes! That's a wrap for WEF2020

02/17/2020

02/13/2020

Bam wanted to sleep in this morning, so he had breakfast in bed

01/30/2020

Congratulations on Kerianne Manipole and Boa Sorte on their wef debut, wrapping up their division with a second place!

01/29/2020

This past weekend was Jenna’s last weekend horse showing before heading off to Israel for 6 months. She rode very well and I am always proud to be her trainer. I want to take a moment to say how proud we all of her accomplishments out of the ring! She wrapped up high school early, got into her top choice for college and is headed off to Israel. We will miss you but cannot wait to hear all your amazing stories when you get home!

01/29/2020

Congratulations to Josie and Morka on zone 3 champion!

01/25/2020

Josie and Morka starting strong this morning at WEF

01/21/2020

The horses made it safe and sound and are enjoying a day to settle in!

01/20/2020

Horses are on their way to WEF 2020!

01/11/2020

Great start for Emma and Bear in their medal this morning!

01/11/2020

Good Luck to our riders at Swan Lake this weekend!

01/05/2020

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01/01/2020

2019 meant big changes for us at Poplar Hill Stables. We said goodbye to some amazing people, and welcomed some amazing new ones. We said goodbye to the best horses and ponies, and hello to news ones. We watched our kids take on new challenges, like moving from the hunter ring to the jumper ring, from leadline to mini stirrup, from ponies to horses, from having an equitation horse one day, to a jumper the next. It’s been a wild ride.
One of the most rewarding things about this business is watching our kids learn. Watching them get back on when they fall, watching them overcome fears, watching them set goals and reach those goals, watching them console each other, teach each other, congratulate each other. Watching them grow as a family. This is a tough sport, and as we walk away from an incredible 2019, we cannot wait to see what 2020 has in store for us. #poplarhillstables #equestrian #hunterjumper #barnlife #barnfamily #newyearseve #2020 #horseshowlife #horseshowing #horsebackriding