April was a very full month at Unicorn Stables! From Easter weekend clinics to off-property schooling days, international adventures, and a barn full of April Fools’ good sports, it’s been a fantastic month of learning and great riding. This month’s highlights include:

• Easter weekend clinics and schooling day

• Must-know summer camp information

• April Fools’ fun at the barn

• A working equitation trip to Portugal

• Schooling day at Panorama Ridge Riding Club

• April School Horse of the Month

🌷 Easter Weekend Highlights

We had a busy and successful Easter weekend filled with learning opportunities for riders of all levels.

The Show Prep Clinic, led by Coach Cassidy, focused on helping riders understand what goes into preparing for a horse show. Participants learned about turnout, how a show day typically runs, and had the chance to practice braiding. It was a very informative session that helped build confidence and readiness for the upcoming season. A huge thank you to Westway Feed & Hay Sales for supplying some buckets of goodies for our future competitors!

We also hosted a Learn to Fall Clinic with Coach Emma. This important clinic taught riders how to safely tuck and roll in case of a fall, along with a review of proper riding safety equipment. Riders approached the exercises with great focus, making it a valuable and practical experience for everyone involved.

To wrap up the weekend, we rode up to Panorama Ridge Riding Club for a schooling day. This marked the first outing of the year for many riders, and for some, their first time off-property altogether. All of the horses behaved wonderfully, and riders did an excellent job applying what they’ve been working on at home. Coach Emma had a fantastic time and was very proud of the group.

☀️ Summer Camps

Summer camps are quickly approaching, and spots are filling up fast. If you are hoping to participate this year, please email the office soon to secure your place. We’re looking forward to another fun and busy summer season.

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😂 April Fools’ Day Fun

Coach Tammie brought some laughter to the barn on April Fools’ Day with a creative prank. Riders were told about a “new study” by ESI claiming that stroking a horse’s ears would make them go faster, while patting their shoulder in a counterclockwise direction would slow them down. Everyone played along and handled it with great humour. Thank you for being such good sports!

🌍 A Horse-Filled Trip to Portugal

Boarders Ava and Brit recently travelled to Portugal, where they had the opportunity to ride working equitation horses at Quinta do Falcão with Coach Pedro. During their time there, they gained valuable experience and developed a deeper understanding of the discipline. It was an incredible learning opportunity, and we’re excited to see them bring that knowledge back to the barn.

🐎 PRRC Schooling: Take Two

We took on another schooling day at Panorama Ridge Riding Club later in April! Once again, all the riders did a fabulous job, and the horses were so well behaved. Coach Tammie had everyone focus on their speed and direction between the fences. All riders were turned out lovely and tidy. For some riders, this was their first time off the property with their horse ever, and for others, it was the second outing of the year!

🐴 School Horse of the Month - Mark (“My Little Hippo”)

This month, we are featuring Mark, a long-time member of the Unicorn Stables family. Mark has been with us since he was just three years old, and in his younger years, he was quite the spirited horse, competing up to the Pre-Training level.

His round build earned him the nickname “Hippo,” which led to his charming show name, My Little Hippo.

Now in his early twenties, Mark has stepped back from regular competition but continues to be a favourite among lesson riders and leasers. He is known for his kind nature and reliability, though he still enjoys adding a playful buck when he gets the chance to go out on the cross-country course.

Here’s what his leaser, Maëlle, has to say about Mark:

“Riding and leasing Mark has been an amazing experience. He’s such a sweet horse, and he’s so easygoing and fun. He’s always good, no matter what we’re doing, and he’s really helped my confidence. Going on trail rides with him is super fun, since he literally won’t react to anything, he’s just chill. I love Mark so much and am grateful I’ve gotten to experience riding and leasing him.”

Thank you to all of our riders, families, and coaches for making April such a positive and productive month. We look forward to continuing this momentum into the spring season! 🦄

March Newsletter

As we head into spring, March has been a wonderful month at Unicorn Stables! From clinics and camps to celebrations and achievements, it’s been so special to see our community come together, support one another, and continue to grow both in and out of the saddle. This month’s highlights include:

• Our Working Equitation lesson series

• Spring Break Camp success

• Must-know summer camp information

• Coach Tammie’s birthday celebrations

• Unicorn at Boundary Bay Pony Club Regional Quiz

• March School Horse of the Month

🌟 Working Equitation Series

We kicked off March with a Friday evening of Working Equitation lessons, and it was fantastic to see how much our riders have improved. The team continues to make amazing progress, and it’s been especially lovely to welcome some new faces as well!

🌧️➡️☀️ Spring Break Camp

Spring Break Camp was a big success! We had a wonderful mix of returning campers and new riders joining us. Even though it was a rainy week, we were lucky to finish strong with sunshine on Friday. All of our campers and volunteers did a fabulous job, and it was great to see so much teamwork, learning, and laughter throughout the week.

☀️ Summer Camps Filling Fast!

Summer is just around the corner, and spots at Unicorn Stables summer camps are filling up fast! Whether your rider is just starting out or looking to level up their skills, our camps offer a fun, supportive environment to learn, grow, and make great memories at the barn. Don’t wait too long: last year’s camps filled up quickly, and we’d hate for anyone to miss out.

Check out our camps page for dates and rates, and be sure to email the office soon to secure your spot and avoid missing out on all the summer fun at the barn.

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🎉 Coach Tammie’s Birthday Celebration

Coach Tammie celebrated her birthday on March 21, and we marked the occasion with a fantastic jump clinic running from Friday, March 20th, through Sunday, March 22nd. Riders rose to the challenge and rode incredibly well all weekend. It was inspiring to see everyone step up, push their limits, and support one another. What a great way to celebrate! We finished off Saturday with a tasty dinner and cake at Tammie’s home!

🏅 Boundary Bay Pony Club – Regional Quiz

We’re very proud of our Unicorn riders who participated in the Boundary Bay Pony Club Regional Quiz. Everyone came home with ribbons, and they even brought back a trophy! Amazing work to all involved. Your dedication and horsemanship knowledge truly shone.

🐴 School Horse of the Month - Sugar

Our March School Horse of the Month is Sugar!

Sugar is one of our beautiful blue-eyed mares and will be turning 25 in April, making her the oldest mare in the barn (but don’t tell her that… she still thinks she’s a yearling some days!).

She has always loved jumping, and while she’s taken things down a notch over the years, she still enjoys popping over little cross rails with her beginner riders.

Sugar has been owned by Coach Cassidy for over 13 years and is truly her heart horse. Together, they competed up to the Prelim level, and now Cassidy loves seeing Sugar share her experience by teaching new riders every day.

Here’s what Coach Cassidy has to say about Sugar:

“Sugar is truly an amazing horse! I always felt so confident out on the cross-country course, and we always had a blast together out there. She’s always been a keen girl, and hasn’t let her age slow her down. It’s so rewarding getting to see her riders enjoy her now as I did for so long. She loves getting to come out to work, be fussed over, and show off her tricks! Although she has a tendency to be quick, she is so safe and takes great care of her beginner riders. She really helps people build up their confidence in their weekly lessons.”

As we look ahead to the warmer months, we’re excited for more riding, learning, and fun at the barn. Thank you to all of our riders, families, and volunteers for being such an important part of the Unicorn Stables community. We couldn’t do it without you! 🦄

We can’t wait to see what April brings!

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February Newsletter

February has been a full and exciting month here at Unicorn Stables! From important horse health appointments to new arrivals and fun events, there’s lots to celebrate. In this issue, we’re sharing highlights and updates, including:

• Dental Day with Horizon Vet Clinic

• Welcoming Halo and Spector

• Clinic recaps and upcoming events: our Spring Break Camp

• One-Day Camp highlights

• Special achievements and a birthday celebration

• February’s School Horse of the Month

🐴 Dental Day Success

We were pleased to welcome Horizon Vet Clinic to the barn for our annual dental floats with Dr. Steve Chiasson.

We successfully completed dental work on 17 horses, and Dr. Steve was very happy with the condition of all their teeth; no issues at all! Regular dental care plays such an important role in our horses’ overall health, comfort, and performance, and we are incredibly grateful to have such excellent veterinary care supporting our program.

Healthy horses are happy horses! 💜

🌟 Welcome Halo & Spector!

We are thrilled to officially welcome Halo and Spector to the Unicorn family! These two new additions have settled in beautifully and have been doing great so far.

We’re very excited about what they will bring to our program and can’t wait for everyone to get to know them better. Be sure to say hello next time you’re at the barn!

Up & Coming Events

🌷 Spring Break Camp – March 16–20

Don’t miss out on our Spring Break Camp (March 16–20)!

It’s going to be a week full of:

• Riding

• Crafts

• Stable management lessons

• Games and horse fun

Spots fill quickly, so be sure to email our office now to reserve your place. We can’t wait for a fantastic week at the barn!

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🎓 Jane Stone Clinic Recap

We are always so lucky to have Jane Stone come out to share her wealth of knowledge with us across a variety of disciplines.

During this clinic, riders had the opportunity to work on:

• Dressage

• Jumping

• Working Equitation

Jane is fantastic at working with all riding levels and helping each rider gain a better understanding of equitation science–based training. Her clear explanations and thoughtful exercises help both horses and riders develop stronger communication, balance, and confidence.

We are so grateful for her continued support and expertise!

💕 Valentine’s Jumping Clinic

Our Valentine’s Jumping Clinic was a wonderful success! Riders have made big improvements since the previous clinic, and it’s been so rewarding to see everyone growing in confidence and truly enjoying their horses.

Exposure to different shapes and colours of jumps is so important for building horse and rider confidence. Experiences like these help our horses become braver, more adaptable partners — and it’s amazing to watch that progress unfold.

🚛 Congratulations, Coach Emma!

Huge congratulations to Coach Emma for passing her Class 3 written test! She can now begin practicing driving the big rigs in preparation for her road test.

We’re so proud of her dedication and hard work — way to go, Coach Emma! 🎉

🐎 February 20 One-Day Camp

Our February 20th One-Day Camp was packed with fun! Campers enjoyed:

• Riding time

• Creative crafts

• Learning about horse care

In the afternoon, they participated in in-hand lessons and had a blast playing the ever-popular “Blindfold Guess the Horse” game. It was a fantastic day filled with laughter, learning, and pony time.

🏆 School Horse of the Month – Mr. Bean

Our February School Horse of the Month is Mr. Bean!

Bean has been with Unicorn for many years and continues to be full of personality. He keeps everyone laughing daily and always brings something special to the barn.

Even though he’s getting up there in age, you certainly wouldn’t know it! He’s still happily competing at low-level competitions, and his love for cross-country continues to shine through.

Thank you, Bean, for all the smiles, lessons, and memories you’ve given us over the years. 💜

Here is what one of his leasers, Madeleine, has to share about her time with Mr. Bean:

“Bean has taught me a lot about how hard this sport is and how much effort it takes to be successful. But he has also showed me how fun it can be with just the little things. For example a little grooming time or having some fun with treats or even just the times where I’ve sat with him while he grazed and just listened to the quiet and his very aggressive munching. He has taught me how to be very patient and to trust the process and that success doesn’t come without a lot of time and preparation. He has taught me to be prepared for any bumps in the road but to also remember that there is light on the other side.”

🎂 Happy Birthday, Reggie!

On February 20th, Reggie turned 3! Wow, time has really flown by! Reggie is always keeping us laughing with his amazing sense of humour. Here’s to another year of fun with you, Reggie!

As we look ahead to March, we’re excited for warmer days, busy programs, and more time in the saddle. Thank you to our incredible riders, families, and supporters for being part of the Unicorn Stables community.

• Christmas morning at the barn and our holiday camp

• The New Year’s Jump Clinic weekend

• Upcoming events to look forward to

• A special thank-you gift and a birthday celebration

• January’s School Horse of the Month

Christmas Morning at the Barn

Christmas morning at Unicorn Stables was filled with warmth, generosity, and happy horses. Several of our wonderful staff members volunteered their Christmas morning to ensure all the horses were well fed and cared for. After chores were finished, everyone enjoyed a delicious breakfast with friends, lovingly cooked by Tammie’s husband, Dave. It was a truly special morning, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who came out to help and share in the holiday spirit.

Holiday One-Day Camp

We also hosted a fun and festive one-day holiday camp! Campers learned how to properly groom their horses, participated in a riding lesson, and created a New Year’s–themed craft. Afternoon campers enjoyed games such as blindfolded “guess the school horse,” along with learning in-hand techniques with their ponies. Throughout the day, riders built confidence, horsemanship skills, and friendships while spending quality time at the barn. It was wonderful to see both new and familiar faces enjoying a day full of learning, laughter, and holiday cheer.

New Year’s Jump Clinic Weekend

Our New Year’s Jump Clinic ran from Friday through Sunday and featured our super fun cross-country jumps. Riders had many great rides, gained confidence, and took advantage of valuable learning opportunities throughout the weekend. It was so much fun having everyone out and starting the year off strong.

Up & Coming Events

Jane Stone Clinic | January 23–25

Jane joins us regularly throughout the winter and spring, helping riders and horses stay sharp and on track with equitation science. Riders always leave these clinics with valuable tools and a deeper understanding of their training. Auditors are welcome. If you’d like to come watch and learn, please reach out to the office for more information on auditing options.

One-Day Camp | February 20

Our upcoming one-day camp is perfect for riders looking to spend a full day immersed in barn life. Campers will participate in stable management, grooming, riding lessons, and fun crafts, while learning more about horse care, safety, and horsemanship. These camps are a great way to build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy time with the horses, no matter your experience level. Spots are limited, and camps fill quickly, so please reach out to the office early to secure your place.

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We look forward to a fantastic season ahead and can’t wait to see everyone at the barn! 🦄

A Special Thank-You Gift

Coach Tammie surprised our boarders and staff with beautiful new elastic belts embroidered with the Unicorn logo. We can’t wait to see everyone wearing them out and about this season; thank you, Tammie, for such a thoughtful gift!

Birthday Girl: Willow

We also celebrated a very special birthday: Willow turned 13! Willow, Coach Tammie and Dave’s dog, is still as cute as ever and always keeps everyone on their toes. She may be little, but she loves exploring the big world and remains a beloved part of Unicorn barn life.

🐎School Horse of the Month - Billy

We’re excited to continue our new feature, School Horse of the Month. For January, we’re highlighting Billy. Billy has been at Unicorn Stables forever, starting as a youngster and progressing up the levels of eventing with his previous partner, Meagan. As a young horse, he was quite fiery and loved adding a little excitement to his rides. Now one of our older guys, Billy has settled into his age while still keeping things fun. He still lives with his longtime friend Kermit and can often be seen playing in the paddock with him. Billy may be the perfect horse for you in our weekly lesson program or leasing program!

Here is what one of Billy’s past leasers, Cole, has to say about his experience with Billy:

“Billy was the first horse I ever rode at Unicorn 5 years ago, and I’m so grateful I get to continue riding him despite moving on to lease a different horse. I’ve had all my big “firsts” with Billy, from my first canter to my first show and he is a big reason why I’ve continued to be so deeply in love with riding throughout the years. Although I was only able to lease him for a year, we packed that year full of as many activities as possible, where I discovered both his and my own love for cross country! It’s been an amazing experience growing as a person and as a rider alongside such an incredible, patient, and gentle horse.”

Thank you for reading our January 2026 Unicorn Stables update. For questions about lessons, leasing, or other riding programs, please contact the office. We look forward to sharing more with you next time!

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• An overview of recent clinics

• Photos from special events

• Our first official “Horse of the Month”

• Upcoming camp dates, including spring and summer camps

🎃 Halloween Jumping Clinic

We kicked off November in style with a post-Halloween jumping clinic. Riders and horses alike came dressed in fantastic costumes, making the day as festive as it was educational. Everyone brought great energy, creativity, and impressive riding. A big thank you to all who participated! Hosting in-house clinics year-round at Unicorn is one of the many fun activities our leasers and boarders can get up to!

🐴 Jane Stone Clinic

We were thrilled to welcome Jane Stone back to the barn for a multi-disciplinary clinic. It’s always a treat having Jane teach. Her knowledge of equitation science and her ability to convey clear, valuable instruction make for an enriching experience every time. Jane always compliments our horses and how well-behaved they are in a variety of disciplines with our training program.

The weekend featured dressage, jumping, and working equitation, offering something for everyone and fostering tons of learning and fun. Our coaches also participated in some lessons. We are so proud of our coaches for always continuing their education, which they can then apply to their teaching of our riders!

📅 Holiday One-Day Camp — December 29th

Don’t forget! Our Holiday One-Day Camp is coming up on December 29th.

Sign your child up for a fun-filled day with our Unicorns: riding, grooming, stable management lessons, and crafts! This camp will feature some fun holiday accents as well. 🎉

Here is what one of our many returning camp clients has to say about their experience at Unicorn Stables:

My son loves this place. The activities are fun, and the coaches are super friendly. He has learned so much attending the summer camps here and is very comfortable handling horses. I can’t say enough good things about this stable - just that it is 5-star!

As well as our one-day camp on December 29th, we have announced camp dates for February, Spring, and Summer 2026. Check out available dates on the website.

If you’re interested in signing your child up for our camps, don’t delay! Email the office or fill out our contact form as soon as possible to secure their spot.

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🎄 Staff Christmas Dinner

To celebrate our team that works so hard to keep our horses and riders happy, we enjoyed an early Christmas dinner at The Vault restaurant in Cloverdale. It was wonderful to see everyone dressed up and enjoying each other’s company outside the barn. Delicious food, great conversations, and plenty of laughter made it a night to remember.

✨ Ornament Decorating & Open House

On the last weekend of November, we hosted a cozy ornament-decorating day, adding personal touches to decorations for our barn Christmas tree. Afterward, everyone headed to Coach Tammie’s open house, where the festive atmosphere continued. Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun! It was so great seeing everyone work together on their ornaments and really get together as a community.

🐎 School Horse of the Month — Baloo

We are excited to launch a new monthly feature: School Horse of the Month!

To kick things off, we are highlighting the one and only Baloo.

Baloo has been part of Unicorn Stables since he was just a young guy and nearly all black in colour, trained by Coach Tammie and successfully competed by her up the levels of eventing. Now a beloved member of our lesson program, Baloo is a rider favourite: steady, fun, and full of personality. He could be the one for you if you’d like to ride with us in our weekly lessons!

He may have a few years under his girth and now fully greyed-out, but he still keeps everyone on their toes and proves that age is just a number. He especially loves having fun out on cross-country!

Here is what one of his current riders, Lori, has to say about her experience leasing Baloo at Unicorn:

I started riding Baloo in early 2017, he was just joining the lesson string after some rehab. Knowing how special Baloo is to Coach Tammie, I’ve always felt very lucky to be one of his early leasers. He has been an amazing partner all these years! I enjoy every minute I get to spend with him... even all the time in the wash stall trying to keep him clean 🦄 ❤️

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