Welcome to Lunar Hill Events- we are currently working on the schedule!
Please note, in order to participate in any of our many events, including clinics or lessons, you must submit signed Liability of Release Form each calendar year. You will also need a signed copy of the Barn Rules each calendar year.
January-February-March
Winter Theory Series on "The gaits of the Icelandic Horse" with Alexandra Pregitzer and Jana Meyer
Tuesdays, 1/2, 1/9, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6
Time: 6:00 pm EST
Fee: $45/session, $190 for all 5 sessions
Let's use these dark, cold winter evenings to learn more about the gaits of our Icelandic Horses. We have put together 5 sessions filled with lots of detailed information on each gait (one gait per evening). We will cover footfalls and phases, possible problems, ways to help and much more.
To register please email me at [email protected]
Merrimack Valley Icelandics Indoor Schooling Show series in Boxford, MA
Sundays 1/28, 2/25, 4/7
We will host these schooling shows as schooling show/ show clinic and there are multiple ways to participate and learn. You can ride and get scores and feed back in preparation for the next show season but you can also come watch and get more insight in how we judge and come up with the marks. These days will be fun, educational and low stress opportunities to get ready for the upcoming show season.
For more information or to register please contact Ebba Meehan at [email protected]
Winter Theory Webinar "Seat and Aids" with Alexandra Pregitzer and Jana Meyer
Tuesdays March 5th and 12th, 2024
Easter Ride and Brunch
Sunday 3/31
Come join us at Lunar Hill in Chelsea for our annual Easter ride and Potluck Brunch
April
"Understanding the Judging Guidelines" Webinar with Alexandra Pregitzer and Jana Meyer
Date to be Announced
Are you interested in Competition Riding? In this webinar we will explain the main aspects of the Judging Guidelines.
We will also answer questions like:
What are the judges looking for, what are they prioritizing, what are important rules to know, what deduction can judges make? These questions and more will be answered during this approximately 1.5-2 hour session.
Spring Clinic Days at Lunar Hill
April 6th, 10am-3pm
Fee: $100 with your own horse, $125 with a Lunar Hill horse
We will work on your seat and aids and refresh some important pointers to keep in mind for the upcoming riding season and we will talk about a good training plan to get both you and your horses fit again after the long winter.
Lunch included, lesson horses available.
April 20th, 10am-3pm
Fee: $100 with your own horse, $125 with a Lunar Hill horse
This time we will work on specific exercises to increase suppleness in you and your horse. The theory part will cover the correct application of your aids for common dressage exercises.
Lunch included, lesson horses available.
Date to be Announced
Are you interested in Competition Riding? In this webinar we will explain the main aspects of the Judging Guidelines.
We will also answer questions like:
What are the judges looking for, what are they prioritizing, what are important rules to know, what deduction can judges make? These questions and more will be answered during this approximately 1.5-2 hour session.
Spring Clinic Days at Lunar Hill
April 6th, 10am-3pm
Fee: $100 with your own horse, $125 with a Lunar Hill horse
We will work on your seat and aids and refresh some important pointers to keep in mind for the upcoming riding season and we will talk about a good training plan to get both you and your horses fit again after the long winter.
Lunch included, lesson horses available.
April 20th, 10am-3pm
Fee: $100 with your own horse, $125 with a Lunar Hill horse
This time we will work on specific exercises to increase suppleness in you and your horse. The theory part will cover the correct application of your aids for common dressage exercises.
Lunch included, lesson horses available.
May
Spring Riding Clinic Series - #3
May 4th: Intro to Jumping
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee: $100/day with your own horse; $130/day with a school horse
You've worked on your seat, your aids and your horse is ready to get out on the trails. What if your horse wants to jump a small stream or there is a downed tree on the trail? Your horse knows what to do, but it's time to make sure you do, too! Learn the basics of jumping under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Three-Day Intensive Clinic with Guest Clinician, Gudmar Petursson
Friday, May 24th - Sunday, May 26th
Fee: $650 per rider; limited school horses available to lease
Gain new insights and perspectives on your horse's movement and development. This is a three-day, intensive clinic with Icelandic trainer and clinician, Gudmar Petursson.
May 4th: Intro to Jumping
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee: $100/day with your own horse; $130/day with a school horse
You've worked on your seat, your aids and your horse is ready to get out on the trails. What if your horse wants to jump a small stream or there is a downed tree on the trail? Your horse knows what to do, but it's time to make sure you do, too! Learn the basics of jumping under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Three-Day Intensive Clinic with Guest Clinician, Gudmar Petursson
Friday, May 24th - Sunday, May 26th
Fee: $650 per rider; limited school horses available to lease
Gain new insights and perspectives on your horse's movement and development. This is a three-day, intensive clinic with Icelandic trainer and clinician, Gudmar Petursson.
June
Firmakeppni "Just for Fun" Show
Saturday, June 1st
Contact: Sigrun Brynjarsdottir
Location: Solheimar Farm, Tunbridge, VT
NEIHC Open - 7th Annual Sanctioned Show
Saturday, June 22nd - Sunday, June 23rd
Location: Thor Icelandics, Claverack, NY
Contact: Leslie Chambers, [email protected]
For event details, click here
Saturday, June 1st
Contact: Sigrun Brynjarsdottir
Location: Solheimar Farm, Tunbridge, VT
NEIHC Open - 7th Annual Sanctioned Show
Saturday, June 22nd - Sunday, June 23rd
Location: Thor Icelandics, Claverack, NY
Contact: Leslie Chambers, [email protected]
For event details, click here
July
The North American Youth Cup and Sanctioned Show
Saturday, July 14th - Sunday, July 21st
Location: Red Feather Icelandics, WA
Deadline to enter: March 15th; Click here for information
Solheimer Open - Sanctioned Show
Saturday, July 20th - Sunday, July 21st
Contact: Sigrun Brynjarsdottir
Location: Solheimar Farm, Tunbridge, VT
Group Riding Adventure in Iceland
Location: Hestaland, Borgarnes, Iceland
Tuesday, July 30th - Tuesday, August 6th
For trip details, contact Lunar Hill. Spaces are limited.
Saturday, July 14th - Sunday, July 21st
Location: Red Feather Icelandics, WA
Deadline to enter: March 15th; Click here for information
Solheimer Open - Sanctioned Show
Saturday, July 20th - Sunday, July 21st
Contact: Sigrun Brynjarsdottir
Location: Solheimar Farm, Tunbridge, VT
Group Riding Adventure in Iceland
Location: Hestaland, Borgarnes, Iceland
Tuesday, July 30th - Tuesday, August 6th
For trip details, contact Lunar Hill. Spaces are limited.
September
General Riding and Trail Clinic
Saturday, September 7th - Sunday, September 8th
Time: 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fees: $200 with your own horse/ $260 with a school horse
Hone your riding skills and brush up on techniques for improving your horse's gaits while you are out on the trails.
Saturday, September 7th - Sunday, September 8th
Time: 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fees: $200 with your own horse/ $260 with a school horse
Hone your riding skills and brush up on techniques for improving your horse's gaits while you are out on the trails.
October
Second Annual Fall Foliage Festival and Riding Clinic
Saturday, October 12th
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fees: $75/day with your own horse; $105/day with a school horse
Saturday, October 12th
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fees: $75/day with your own horse; $105/day with a school horse
November
Equine Affaire
Location: West Springfield, MA
Friday, November 7th - Sunday, November 10th
Location: West Springfield, MA
Friday, November 7th - Sunday, November 10th
December
Wassail Parade
Register via High Horses Therapeutic Riding Program
Location: Woodstock, VT to benefit High Horses Therapeutic Riding Program
Register via High Horses Therapeutic Riding Program
Location: Woodstock, VT to benefit High Horses Therapeutic Riding Program