Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center, Inc.

06/01/2026

Closing out a weekend of learning . Intense study on Equine Gestalt Coaching Method for Veterans. Shelly our ED with Leo and Nancy De Santis, Co-founder/Program Director. The program will be available at our farm shortly.

05/31/2026

Thank you to Dr. Andrew Flint, DVM, for presenting at our Quarterly Speaker Series today. The topic was Equine Chiropractic Care as an alternative for musculoskeletal therapy. Fabulous event, and thank you all around! We'll see you at our next FREE speaker series. Stay informed of all that goes on at SMEC by signing up for our emails on our website www.shepardmeadows.org.

05/28/2026

Summer is on its way! Save the date to learn about summer equine care. See you there, it's gonna be great!

05/23/2026

We salute those who gave their lives in service to our nation. Enjoy this Memorial Day Weekend everyone! Contact us for information about our free equine-assisted veterans program. Email Emily our Program Director at [email protected] for more information. We're here for you.

05/22/2026

Found today near the farmhouse. We have a small collection on the mantel in the main room. It's a gentle reminder of our nature-filled environment and the creativity of mother nature. The nests are filled with the warm and cuddly affection of horsehair. Happy Friday everyone!

05/22/2026

It's mental health awareness month and we're reminding you of our equine-assisted pyschotherapy program. Meet Nicole Welch, LCSW who is one of four therapists that partner with us here at the farm.

05/19/2026

Our Program Director out and about this morning at the Bristol Rotary Club. We received funding for our summer programs to help provide scholarships for those in need - who can benefit from our equine-assisted programming. We are grateful for you!

05/19/2026

Sharing space with L.J. tonight.

05/16/2026

We loved seeing equine‑assisted services highlighted on CBS recently. Proud to be here for our community in central CT.

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05/15/2026

Hay fields are coming in quickly!