Seven year-old Silver, is simply awesome! He is one of our favorite horses to ride on trail, but he is also spectacular in the show ring no matter who rides him. 2009 was a fabulous year for this wonderful stallion. He displayed his talent by winning championships, trail obstacle classes, cross country events, pole bending, and even carrying the flag at the Lexington Junior League Horse Show. He won amateur classes with his owner and was even the very first horse for Baby Ruby to ever ride at the tender age of 3 months. You won’t find a more versatile horse than SRF’s Silver Sundown. On the trail or in the show ring, Silver performs like a true champion. In 2010, SRF’s Silver Sundown will continue his tradition of excellence. He is owned by Steve Heuslein, LaCrescent, MN and trained by Charlie DeAtley. Silver is a breeding stallion. See his pedigree on the Stallion’s page.

Affectionately called “Penny” around the barn, this filly is accomplished in Western, Under Saddle, Conformation, Trail Obstacle, Gaited Dressage, as well as having a lovely canter. She was started by Robert using the Foundation First Rocky Mountain Horse Training TM system for which he has become so well known. Penny went through the program effortlessly demonstrating intelligence and a willing attitude. Since that time, Penny has had many great accomplishments. She was the gaited horse selected by Gill Merrick, U.S.A. Dressage Olympic Team Leader, as the World Show Gaited Dressage demo horse. After riding her in the exhibition, Gill absolutely raved about the quality of her canter. She had a great year in 2008 culminating with a Versatility Award that consists of such competition elements as Western, Under Saddle, Conformation, Trail Obstacle, and Professional/Amateur classes. Penny was taken home by her owner to be enjoyed in 2009. She was re-entered into training here at Stoner Ridge Farm for competition again in 2010 and continues to be ridden and trained by Robert. She is owned by Don and Nancy Copland from Brookville, IN. Penny is also for sale. Please contact Robert for additional information 859.749.3008.

A thrill to watch and a pleasure to ride, Blueberry Wine returned to the show ring this year after taking a break. She is a beautiful mare that is strong and consistent in her gait. Blueberry’s temperament is exceptional. Our congratulations to her for earning a spot on the RMH Quadrille that will perform at the World Equestrian Games. Look for Blueberry in versatility events, Show Pleasure under saddle classes, and with her new owner Steve Heuslein in the Amateur class. She is being trained by Charlie DeAtley

As a World Grand Champion Western Pleasure horse, “Jazzy” will return to the competition show ring again in 2010. She has lots of talent and is an exceptionally versatile horse. At the Three Phase Event, she and her trainer, Robert Lawson, received the highest dressage scores of anyone in the competition (several 8’s and 9’s). She will continue to have a juvenile rider or two this year. She will be showing in the Country Trail Pleasure Division and versatility classes including: Conformation, Dressage, Cross Country, Trail Obstacle, Western, and Pro-Am. She’s well built and has a fantastic gait. She is owned by Steve Heuslein, LaCrescent, MN and is trained by Robert Lawson.

Another new exciting filly in the Stoner Ridge Farm line-up for 2010 is Cypress Addagirl, “Addy” as she is called around the barn. She has an exceptionally solid gait for a young horse and has been a pleasure to work with. Addy has moved right through the Foundation First Rocky Mountain Horse TM training program and displayed her talent in a strong way at her very first show. Addy will be showing in the trail pleasure division with her trainer, Charlie DeAtley. She is owned by Bob and Marty Morris, New Bloomfield, PA

Wrangler is a beautiful smoky crème 4 year old stallion with a fantastic temperament! He is a young horse with a lot of talent. He has an easy going nature about him and takes everything in stride. He carries the flag with pride, performs well in trail obstacle, and wins on the rail. Congratulations to Wrangler for becoming the 2010 RMH Show Pleasure Kentucky State Champion! We are excited to have this talented stallion in our barn. If you are looking to add a little color to your herd, take a look at Wrangler. We know you’ll be as impressed as we are. He is owned by Jim and Kathy Wilkerson from Wappapello, MO and he’s being trained and shown by Michael Butler.

Sam Tuttle Memorial Award winner RRF Gold Nugget has come out strong again in 2010. He won the Adult Versatility Award and the Al Prewitt Memorial Award at the first show of the season in North Carolina. His excellent versatility skills allow him to be competitive in Conformation, Trail Obstacle, Open Driving, Pro-Am, and in on-the-rail classes. His owner, Steve Heuslein from LaCrescent, MN, shows him in the Open Amateur Classic Division as well. Charlie and Nugget received the 4 yo Classic Pleasure Stallions & Geldings High Point for 2008 and the Classic Geldings High Point for 2009. Lyngle and Nugget also received the Non-Pro Classic Pleasure High Point award in 2008. Look for this beautiful palomino in the show ring this year. He is truly a joy to watch.

Another new filly that we have the privilege to work with this year is 4 year old, My Sweet Sydney. She was already under saddle when she was purchased by Steve Heuslein in June. Her trainer, Lisa Sidwell, is helping her gain confidence in the show ring and in trail obstacle. Sydney is intelligent and curious. Watch for Lisa and Sydney in the Country Trail Pleasure and Trail Obstacle classes.

Returning to the show ring in 2010 is Pepper’s Just Plain Pretty. In the past Pepper has demonstrated her skill by obtaining the RMH Western World Grand Championship title in 2007. This year she will be ridden and shown primarily by Tim and Marcia Spencer in Novice, Amateur, and Trail Obstacle classes. She is owned by Charlie and Erin DeAtley.

Capital Venture made his show-ring debut in 2008. He did a great job! This up-and-coming guy is fluid and exciting to watch. He has an outstanding gait and a beautiful flowing mane. We’re going to enjoy watching this 4 year old as he matures in 2010. He is a half brother to Pepper’s Just Plain Pretty. Watch for him in the Open Geldings and the Four Year Old Show Pleasure classes this year. We’re sure you’ll like what you see! Capital Venture is owned by Steve Heuslein, LaCrescent, MN and trained by Charlie DeAtley.

Twelve year old Thomas started taking lessons from Erin last year. He has had a great work ethic and has been wanting to show for some time. Thomas finally got his wish. He made his first show on Gaitway’s Jasmine Joy at the Bourbon County Fair and Horse Show on June 17th. His hard work and dedication paid off earning him a blue ribbon. Thomas wants to continue showing. He just loves it. Congratulations Thomas!