Hablyn Hills Equestrian Center

04/23/2025

What do you normally do when you have a stop on cross country? Do you kick on, or let the adrenaline take over?

It’s easy to get caught up in the moment, but the best thing you can do is take a breath. Give yourself and your horse a second to regroup. A calm reset can make all the difference in setting up for a confident re-approach—and finishing strong.

04/15/2025

I have limited availability in my schedule for a couple of ship-in lessons!

Hablyn Hills, located in Damascus, MD, boasts an indoor and outdoor arena with a full show jumping course with fillers, and a cross-country schooling field with Jump4Joy jumps, steps, banks, ditches, and portables!

To truly progress in this sport, you have to recognize that riding is more than just sitting on the horse. I take pride in helping each horse and rider pair develop a deeper understanding and find their own unique path forward.

Don’t miss out! Message me today to book your lesson.

04/14/2025

It was a great weekend out for the , and I couldn’t be prouder of the horses and riders! Zues and I finished in a three-way tie for 1st in Novice B—he felt super all weekend and really showed up to work. Dana and Brother Dan had a standout return to the sport, finishing 5th in Novice A. This was Dana’s first event back after having a baby, and she made it look easy!

Jackie and Jimi Wille tackled their very first event together and finished 10th in Beginner Novice B—such a great learning experience for a promising young horse. Riley was aiming for a combined test and had a confident clear round in show jumping, which was exactly what we were hoping for. Josie capped off the weekend by finishing 6th on her dressage score in Beginner Novice—a great result and a sign of things to come.

It’s so rewarding to see everyone progressing, gaining confidence, and enjoying the process. On to the next!

📸 Jaclyn, Jackie, and Dana.

04/11/2025

Looking for the perfect place to sharpen your cross-country skills? Hablyn Hills Equestrian offers top-notch XC schooling and arena rentals to the public!

✅ XC Schooling Field – Designed by USEA course designer Morgan Rowsell, featuring:
Jump4Joy XC jumps & a variety of portables
Steps, banks & 3 ditches to build confidence
Movable portables to create new challenges through Prelim/Intermediate

✅ Indoor & Outdoor Arenas – Complete with a full course of show jumps, fillers & decorations

By appointment only – Contact Jaclyn at 630-220-5523
XC Schooling: $55 | Ring Use: $25

📍 Located at Hablyn Hills Equestrian, Damascus, MD

04/10/2025

Great weekend for .c._eventing this past weekend at CDCTAs horse trials adding just one rail to finish to finish in 6th place in her second novice. What a great way to start the season Kyra!

Adara & Casino were both heading in cross country in 1st and 2nd place after two double clear show jumping rounds but unfortunately I ended up retiring on both. Adara slipped badly heading into fence 7 and while I thought I got her back with me she was lacking a bit of confidence toward the end of the course. Casino felt quite good, but I put my hand up after jumping fence 6. If I’m honest with myself, I was not in the right head space and contemplated not running as I was having some back issues and couldn’t feel my feet. The eventer in me said push on your fine, but in hindsight I shouldn’t have. I want to remind everyone that there will always be another day and we should remember to be judgement free as we never know what others are dealing with. Whether you are a professional, young rider, adult amateur we should all give each other a bit of grace and empathy to each other and most importantly ourselves. Good news is I think I’ve figured out what is going on and following up with my drs. My horses are safe and sound and will be back out shortly!



Pic: SDH Photography

04/08/2025

The right tack can change everything. Since starting to ride in a Voltaire Design USA & Canada I’ve noticed a huge difference in my horses—they’re more comfortable, moving better, and developing correctly. A saddle should work with the horse, not against it, and Voltaire gets that balance just right.

04/05/2025

When it comes to my horses, I don’t leave anything to chance. That’s why Tatiana from Royal Hands Equine Services is a regular part of their care. Her ability to pinpoint what my horses need—while also incorporating what I feel in the saddle—makes a huge difference in my approach to training. The smallest details matter, and Tatiana never misses one.

03/26/2025

The kicked off the season with a bang!

At the MDHT Highland Series #1, Andoline Harrell and Chance of Flurries triumphantly brought home the blue in Jr. Starter, while Kyra Caffery and Never Gone South finished strong with a 2nd place in Beginner Novice A. Erica Anhalt and Sipping Champagne, along with Jackie Savoye and Reel Well, both finished within the top ten in Starter A and Beginner Novice B respectively. Natalie Panyutin and Avalon Realta also had an impressive outing at the Hunt Club Farms Starter Horse Trials and CT, bringing home a 3rd place finish in Novice!

I am so proud of the entire Hablyn Hills Eventing Team! A heartfelt thank you to Josie Shaw for stepping in as coach while I was away! Eventing is a team sport, and these ladies make it all come together!!

03/12/2025

Great Opportunity!

⏰ Last Call to apply for the Menfelt Adult Amateur Eventing Scholarship! Applications close March 15. This $1,000 scholarship is to assist an Adult Amateur competing from Starter through Modified levels, and can be used from April 2025 - April 2026. Visit the MIEF website Maryland International Equestrian Foundation (.org) for all the details & to apply!

✨ Thank you to long-time friend of MDHT and MIEF Dale Ganley Clabaugh of State Farm (Walkersville, MD) for sponsoring this scholarship!

Loch Moy Farm Maryland International Equestrian Foundation