Rowan’s Creek Equestrian

08/27/2026

Whether you’re on foot or horseback it’s a wonderful welcoming group of people and something very fun to be a part of!

I really want to get involved with the Myopia Hunt, how do I start?

There are a variety of mounted and unmounted ways to get involved with the Myopia Hunt Community!

Riders- join us! Reach out to our Hunt Secretary- Mary Milgrom, she can connect you with a professional to es**rt you and your horse, or connect you with a professional to supply you with a mount! This is also a great way to get general questions answered that you just might not be sure of!

You don’t ride? No problem!- our group of volunteers are what helps to make each day of hunting go smoothly, from road crossing, water stops, stirrup cups and teas there are many ways to be involved in hunt day activities! If you prefer a less social way to volunteer- we are constantly clearing in the countryside, building jumps and creating new trails!

Reach out to us via Facebook or the Myopia website to get involved!

08/25/2026

With no Hound Exercises this morning, the horses and I enjoyed the rare luxury of sleeping in or at least they did. Anyone who cares for them doesn’t actually get to sleep in.

While we’re sad to miss a morning with our friends, we’re grateful for a little downtime before Fall Roading gears up and the early alarms return!

Until then, here’s a little recap of our 2026 Hound Exercises season full of great friends, happy horses, beautiful mornings, and just the right amount of organized chaos.

08/19/2026

WORKING STUDENT WANTED!

Rowan’s Creek Equestrian is looking for a reliable working student to join our barn family!

Duties include:
Picking paddocks
Mucking stalls
Filling waters
Turn in/turn out
Basic barn chores & horse care

Amount of hours and hours themselves are VERY flexible making this a great fit for mom hours, a college schedule, or anyone looking for flexibility. Make your own schedule!

In exchange, there are lots of riding opportunities including but not limited to:
Ring lessons
Trail & beach rides
Foxhunting
Off-property adventures & more!

We have a welcoming, friendly barn environment and a large indoor arena for year-round riding.

If you’re hardworking, dependable, love horses, and want to ride more without breaking the bank, we’d love to hear from you!

Located in Essex, MA.
Message us for more information!

08/17/2026

ON-FARM HALF LEASE
(Program commitment required)

🥂 Toasty – 13-year-old Belgian/Standardbred Cross | 16.2h

Toasty is the total package! With three lovely gaits in the ring, a goofy personality, and a passion for adventure, he’s just as happy polishing his dressage work as he is galloping through the woods behind the hounds. If fox hunting has been on your bucket list, Toasty is ready to show you why so many people become hooked.

Please reach out to Jen at [email protected] or 978-476-1160 for more info or to come try Toatsy!

08/07/2026

Apparently carriages are significantly less concerning when you’re busy trying to figure out how to get the snack bar to stop moving. 😂

We are incredibly grateful to NSEA, Samantha Stevens & Kim Porter of the Myopia Driving Club, and of course Captain Bob, for a fantastic and informative introduction to carriages!

It was so fun to watch everyone’s different reactions, and we were pretty darn proud of our two boys, whose greatest concerns were that they couldn’t crib on the carriage and weren’t allowed to properly say hello to their new best friend, Bob.
Terrifying stuff, clearly.

Opportunities like this are such an important part of creating safe, confident horses outside of the ring. Bikes, runners, walkers, dogs, carriages and all the other surprises we encounter on the trails, we want our horses prepared for them. Not only for the safety of ourselves and our horses, but because we share these trails with others and have a responsibility to make sure they can safely enjoy them too.

Thank you to everyone who made such a great morning possible! We left feeling very educated, very grateful, and maybe just a little smug about how freaking good our horses are. 💜

07/31/2026

Rowan’s Creek Equestrian is looking for a Working Student!

We’re looking for someone with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a genuine love of horses. Responsibilities include mucking stalls, picking paddocks, turning horses in and out, and helping maintain the high standard of care and cleanliness we’re known for.

The ideal candidate can walk, trot, and canter and has an interest in foxhunting and riding beyond the arena.

In exchange, you’ll have opportunities for lessons, foxhunting, beach rides, and other off-property adventures while learning alongside a supportive and welcoming program.

Rowan’s Creek is proud to provide exceptional care for our boarders and is home to a wonderful group of safe, sane, and sound lesson horses.

If this sounds like a great fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Send us a message for more information.
[email protected]

You can also check us out at
www.rowanscreekequestrian.com

07/22/2026

Today’s adventure was one for the books! 💜

We met up with some of our BCR friends at Pipestave Hill for a ba****ck hack before making our way to Mill Pond for one very important mission: horse swimming.

The reviews were… mixed.

Otto apparently decided he’s actually a merman and had no intentions of coming back to shore.
Rowan took up snorkeling.
Toasty enthusiastically submerged his entire face but politely declined the “deep end” experience.
Pluto, as always, was the perfect gentleman and made the whole thing look effortless.

Days like these are our favorite. Good friends, happy horses, and a little adventure outside the arena remind us why we do what we do. Giving our horses new experiences keeps them curious, confident, and engaged and honestly, watching their personalities shine is half the fun.

We never take for granted how lucky we are to share life with these incredible animals. 💜

07/15/2026

LEASE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT ROWAN’S CREEK EQUESTRIAN!

Have you ever wanted to experience the incredible world of fox hunting? With Hound Exercises in full swing, now is the perfect time to find your equine partner!

OFF-FARM LEASE

-IRISH WHISKEY-
Jameson– 19-year-old Quarter Horse/Morgan Cross | 15h
If your idea of a perfect day is wandering scenic trails with a safe, trustworthy partner, Jameson is your guy. He’s the ultimate trail horse, trailers like a dream, goes English or Western, and has happily packed beginners everywhere from quiet woodland trails to the beach. Easy keeper, kind-hearted, and happiest when enjoying the journey.

ON-FARM HALF LEASES (Program commitment required)

-RICH & TOASTY-
Toasty – 13-year-old Belgian/Standardbred Cross | 16h
Toasty is the total package! With three lovely gaits in the ring, a goofy personality, and a passion for adventure, he’s just as happy polishing his dressage work as he is galloping through the woods behind the hounds. If fox hunting has been on your bucket list, Toasty is ready to show you why so many people become hooked.

-ITS JUST SAM-
Sam– 15-year-old Quarter Horse Cross | 15h
Sam has that special “X factor” that makes everyone fall in love with him. His big, comfortable gaits and brave, steady nature make him a fantastic partner. While he’s still developing in the ring, he’s incredibly dependable on the trails and in the hunt field, always looking out for his rider.

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, explore new adventures, or finally give fox hunting a try, we’d love to help you find your perfect match.

Learn more at www.rowanscreekequestrian.com or email [email protected] for lease details and availability.

Come see why life is better outside the arena.

06/08/2026

1 Stall Opening Available!

A rare opportunity to join the Rowan’s Creek Equestrian family in beautiful Essex, MA.

Our facility features:
• Two large riding rings (indoor & outdoor)
• Wash stalls with warm water
• Heated tack room and bathrooms
• Exceptional care in a welcoming environment

Our program is rooted in dressage while emphasizing riding beyond the arena. Whether your goals include improving your flatwork, exploring the countryside, foxhunting, or becoming a more confident and capable horseperson, we love helping riders and horses grow both in and out of the ring.

Full Board: $1,550/month
Training requirement
(Non-training options may be available for the right circumstances.)

If you’d like to learn more or schedule a visit, please reach out. We’d love to chat about whether Rowan’s Creek could be a good fit for you and your horse.

Foxhunting RideBeyondTheArena

05/26/2026

What a day! ☀️

We had such a great morning at Maudsley today — truly couldn’t have asked for better weather or better company!

A huge thank you to Mel & Kerri for helping get Taylor from the HW News out with us today! As part of her research for an article she’s writing on the Myopia Hunt Club, she’s been working hard in her lessons to be able to come experience it firsthand… and she was an absolute rockstar! We’re so proud of her and really hoping we’ll see her back out again soon!

As always, endless thanks to the staff, masters, field masters, hounds, and everyone behind the scenes who work so hard to make these days possible.

And of course… thank you to the four absolute bestest boys in the world 💜
I truly could not ask for better horses. They are the heart of all of this and the reason we’re able to create these experiences in the first place.