Equine Exerience

Equine Biomechanics

Barn Manager - Epona Mind   2020 – 2021
Research of equine biomechanics & modern hoof health
• Drafted emergency procedure for evacuation of animals in case of natural disaster
• eBay account management

Horse Training & Lesson Instruction

Ridgeway Riding Center 2018; 2022 - 2023
Lesson barn
• Prepping horses to become part of the lesson horse string
• Starting young horses under saddle
• Teaching beginner to advanced-beginner riding lessons

Grooming

Ellen Eckstein Dressage  2019 - 2022
Resident trainer at Templeton Farms Equestrian
• Assist in all aspect of care for clients’ horses in training

Checkmate Racing  Jan. 2020
California Thoroughbred Breeders Association Mixed Sale
• Care & intake of horses at Pamona Fairgrounds
• Prep for auction show

Cowboy / Ranch Work

Swan Family Angus  Since 2017
Owner Rex Swan, SLO County Cattleman’s Assoc. 2019’s Cattleman of the Year
• Gathering & sorting of cattle on horseback
• Rangeland maintenance

Covered Wagon Ranch  2018 Season
Authentic Montana guest ranch
• Saddle 20 - 30 guest horses per day
• Wrangle 25+ horses weekly from barn to mountain turnout
• Prepping horses to enter guest string; schooling rides
• Herd health

Equine Assistant Therapies

Eliada Homes  2021 – 2022
Equine assisted therapy; utilizing the Eagala method
• Sole charge; daily care of program animals

Little Riders with Jack’s Helping Hand   2017 - 2018
Equine assisted therapy; utilizing the PATH method
• Interacting with children ages 5 – 16 in therapy program
• Providing a safe environment for horse activities