Lord Stirling Stable superb, caring!
I grew up riding at a variety of well-respected private and public riding stables across Northern New Jersey and New England. As an adult, I have been fortunate enough to ride at Lord Stirling Stable for the past 20 years. Over the course of those two decades I have found nothing but deep dedication to safety and excellence in riding, horse care and overall horsemanship on the part of barn staff, instructors and management. Lord Stirling Stable has given me countless happy memories of wonderful, beloved horses; joyful rides with friends and family; and terrific instructors who know their stuff backwards and forwards, and who care deeply about both horses and riders. I am profoundly grateful for the fantastic programs, people, and horses I have found there!
Ironically, the very dedication LSS shows to the health and safety of both horse and rider can, on occasion, offend those few riders who are used to push-button ponies and who wish to “progress” to activities that would not be safe for them or their horse because they are not ready for them. This small minority can become resentful and angry when they have to work hard and spend more time practicing skills than they think reasonable (riding is like everything else--it takes practice!). It saddens me that the sour grapes of these few can be broadcast in this manner. The best way to judge the superb quality of LSS’ staff, horses and facilities is to try a ride there yourself! I hope prospective riders will come and enjoy Lord Stirling’s caring, family-friendly programs and judge for themselves. I have every confidence they will be glad that they did!