ALL ABOUT TOWN – the Kelley Blog: In a Community of Service I am now officially a Rotarian! I have been attending the Daybreak and Noon Rotary meetings in Bartlesville,
Apprehension. Heart pounding. Panic. Horses are very large and powerful, and for some, can be very intimidating. For those who participate
Nine Lives Completed As many of you remember, back in January we introduced you to Virgil, our Barn Cat. Well, I’m sad to report that we recently lost our beloved
From the Horse’s Mouth Hello, my name is Shiners Hotrod. Around the Ranch folks know me as “Hotrod”. I was raised by Don and Elayne Scott (Some of you call
Stormwalker Ranch has had the honor of hosting two CHA Instructor clinics, one in March and one in April with plans to host more clinics in the future. CHA, Certified
The original “Barn Tails” comic strip is a Stormwalker Ranch exclusive from talented artist, Lana Dunlap, a long time rider and a cherished part of the SWR family!
Years ago I took a backpacking trip in the Sierra Nevada mountains with church friends. During the daily miles of hiking, a Bible verse echoed in my head, “Be still and
Mia’s “horse thing” started in Ponca City when her Nana took her to a friends ranch for the day and she was asked to ride in the lead wagon at the 101 Ranch Rodeo opening parade…
This has been a philosophy under which we have been working with the resources for Stormwalker Ranch since it’s start in 2011. We have always been committed to using
Just as Spring has burst upon us, Stormwalker Ranch is bursting into the community, and we want everyone to know about the unique and powerful things being
It was the Summer of ’77, and all I wanted to do was work with horses and teach kids to ride at good ol’ Shiloh Ranch. Little did I know how life altering that particular choice
Building Partnership The mission of Stormwalker Ranch stresses the importance of building partnerships. Through building equine partnerships, our riders learn to build
Comfort In Times of Trouble I’ve suffered with chronic Lyme disease for the last 6-10 years. After more than a year of treatment, lack of symptoms suggest that I’m in
Born To Resist Training horses will test your mettle. They are hardwired to “resist” your efforts. When it comes to training or starting horses, one must be so careful. There
PARTNER BLOG Preparing our Footing My greatest memory of our visit to the Spanish Riding School (Vienna, Austria) was the wonderful smell of the Arena Footing. No joke.
Love One Another I had to run an errand to Walmart the day before Valentine’s Day. Apparently, everyone in town had the same idea, because the parking lot was absolutely
My horsemanship journey started as a very small child. Stormy, my black quarter horse mare, was my best friend for many years
Blessed Growing Pains We are solidly into 2019 and are adding new students to our Generation Ride riding lesson program on practically a weekly basis. Also, we continue
Not Your Typical Girl-meets-Owl Story Recently, I had quite a “hoot” of a day. On my way to work one morning as I was driving down the road, a hoot
Valentine’s Day dates back to a festival the Roman Empire called Lupercalia. It was in the middle of February which was officially the start of their Springtime. I found it
All the King’s Broken Horses I work at two barns and I love both of them. I love my coworkers, students and the horses that fill the stalls. I also
Equine Experiential Learning “I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a
New Years is a time for resolutions. A New Year’s resolution is a promise a person makes for the new year. Regardless of what resolution one commits to
A good friend and fellow horseman told me that “horsemanship is an art and not a science.” I’ve never forgotten that. We are all trying to paint our
You are God’s amazing creation. Just like the horse, He wants to continually work in you and through you. As you yield to Him and allow Him to take the lead
Celebration, Gratitude, Giving December is a time to celebrate the birth of our Savior and Lord, the greatest gift the world has ever known.
Partner Update | November 2018 I love seasons. I love the change in weather. Fall is one of my very favorite seasons. Thanksgiving is my
Partner Update | October 2018 The Stormwalker Ranch Harvest Festival is just a few short weeks and plans are well underway for the festivities!
We truly hope this newsletter finds you doing well. We are thankful for our clients and our partners. The Stormwalker Ranch family is preparing for
Summer is winding down and we have so much to report. First and foremost we want to thank you for your partnership with Stormwalker Ranch.
Summer is winding down and we have so much to report. First and foremost we want to thank you for your partnership with Stormwalker Ranch.