Serenity Equine Facility

06/07/2026

💥SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT💥

Stricker Cosmetology & Esthetics is a proud sponsor of our outdoor arena! It is a premier private institution dedicated to preparing the next generation of beauty professionals for Michigan state licensure.

Located right in Auburn, MI! We are open to the public for services as well!

We offer specialized training in three core programs: Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Nail Technology.

Shannon Stricker is amazing at what she does! She is so professional whether it is teaching or providing services. I have personally hired Shannon to do my bridal make up for my wedding! She also boards her horse with us at Serenity ❤️
I highly recommend her for any spa service you may need! She is one if those people you just love being around because she is such a light and does so much for the community!

www.strickercosmetology.org
[email protected]
989-662-4116
989-451-3977

06/07/2026

We had a wonderful saddle cleaning clinic with Kris Johnson! So informational and fun! Kris does such an amazing job. Stay tuned for our next one, we will have another later this year.

06/07/2026

IT'S HERE!!!

Come watch our competitors starting at 9am and going until at least 2pm (could be longer depends on how quick the horses get through). FREE TO WATCH!

Flag ceremony at 8:50
In Hand starts at 9:00
Riding Challenge starting after In Hand Awards
Race following Challenge awards

✔️Bring a chair!
🥩BBQ onsite for purchase provided by Dickies
🍪4H Bake Sale
🍧Snow Cone Truck
🍭Cotton Candy

GO ORDER FOR TOMORROW:

IN HAND:
1. James and Hemi
2. Aubree and Puzzle
3. Erin and Sox
4. Tiffany and Bullet
5. Kaitlynn and Arrow
6. Missy with Patron
7. Kaitlynn with Oakley

RIDING CHALLENGE:
8. Ashley on Baywatch
9. Gabrielle on Boujie
10. Ellie on Betty
11. Alaina on Brody
12. Ryann on Romeo
13. Haley on Jimmy
14. Renee on Magoo
15. Stella Estes on Missy
16. Ottilia on Dutton
17. Kim on Ruthie
18. Izzy on Jack
19. Robi on Buddy
20. Anna on Lily
21. Joleen on Puddin On Jewels
22. Alexis on Taco
23. Jenna on Nikki
24. Nichole Lakay Park on Bentley

RACE
25. Kaylee on Bo
26. Shamiah on Archie
27. Stella on Lena
28. Ottilia on Zippy
29. Sierra on Sharky
20. Ava on Rugar

RIDERS PLEASE SIGN IN AT THE BLUE TENT WHEN YOU ARRIVE!

Riders, you may warm up in the indoor arena. Please park trailers in the front pasture where the arena is located. There is a water spicket located on the front corner of the barn by the parking lot if you'd like to fill buckets for your horses. Get saddled and ready to go when there are 10 riders in front of you. We have mounting blocks all through out the grounds for riders to get on.

We will do a group walk through on foot before EACH class starts! I assume each rider will take at least 5 minutes to get through the course so plan accordingly. We will do awards after each class! Door Prizes will be announced through out the day but you must be present to win! Huge thanks to Family Farm and Home for our door prizes!

We do not have seating please bring your own chairs. Each obstacle is labled by number so you do not have to memorize the course. You may ask me (Kennedy) questions during the walk through before the class starts but after that I cannot help or answer questions when you are competing as I will be ome of the judges.

Each obstacle will be judged on a scale 1 to 10. Each scoring number has a specific description so the scores are fair. Each rider will be timed even if not in the race so that if we do have a tie in scores we can break it with the faster time. Time keeper will be Kim. Time will start when you enter the arena. Your time will stop once you ring the bell at the end of the course.

Each obstacle has a MAX time of 1 minute to get through it. Once you get to an obstacle a judge will start your minute timer, once your minute is up you will be asked to move on due to time purposes. There are 18 obstacles total.

We will be leaving the obstacles up and offering "PAY to PLAY" for 2 weeks after our challenge! It will be $30 per person to come bring their horses and use our obstacles. This is a perfect opportunity to bring your horse back if it does not complete all of the obstacles to work them through it without time restrictions.

06/05/2026

Huge thanks to our amazing sponsor Family Farm and Home for these door prizes! If you are signed up for our Obstacle challenge you are automatically signed up to win our door prizes! Must be present to win 🥳

06/04/2026

Limited spots, this is going to be fun!

06/03/2026

🐴✨ OPEN HORSE SHOWS AT SERENITY EQUINE FACILITY ✨🐴

Join us for our Open Horse Shows at Serenity Equine Facility!
📍 951 North Callahan Road, Essexville, MI
📅 July 12th & August 30th 10am
🌧️ Rain or Shine — We have an indoor arena!

🎉 ALL experience levels welcome!
✔ No show clothes required
✔ Ribbons and prizes awarded for every class
✔ Certified judge
✔ Food truck on site
✔ Professional show photographer
✔ Warm-up arena available

💲 Class Fees:
• $10 per class
OR
• $60 Blanket Fee — Enter as many classes as you’d like!

📌 Important Information:
• Classes must be paid before entering the arena
• No pre-paying before show day
• Show office open from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
• Classes may be added day-of but must be paid prior to the class starting
• Google Form sign-up will be available ahead of time, or riders may sign up the day of the show

🐎 Riders using Serenity horses must day lease their horse for the day unless already leasing.

⛑ Helmets are required for all riders under 18 in riding classes.

🧰 Lesson tack will need to be shared if using facility tack.

📋 Classes will run in order as listed on the flyer and by age group:
Example:
• Showmanship Adult
• Showmanship 13–18
• Showmanship 9–12
• Showmanship 8 & Under
Then the next class will follow in the same age order.

We can’t wait to see everyone for a fun and relaxed show atmosphere! 🐴💙

Sign up in the link below!
https://forms.gle/GMV7Aaw64DgAKVXNA

06/01/2026

Come on out to our Family Fun Day at the farm!
Sunday June 28th
Bring your kids for a pony ride and train ride!
Take the whole family on a carriage ride!
Come meet our staff and tour our facility!
This is a wonderful opportunity for new riders to gage interest and see if they would like to take riding lessons.
Open house style, we can't wait to see you!

05/30/2026

SATURDAY JUNE 6TH

This is an awesome opportunity to learn from Michigans BEST in the saddle industry. Kris has dedicated her whole career to cleaning, rebuilding, staining, refurbishing and bringing life back into saddles! If you think you know how to clean your saddle properly, you will be mind blown how much you learn from Kris! I sure was when Kris came last year. Please message us to reserve your spot, space is limited. Sign up by this Friday!

05/29/2026

Kids That Care Program!

We are partnering up with the Bay County Humane Society to offer this opportunity for kids who need it! Check it out

05/29/2026

Sign ups close tomorrow at MIDNIGHT!

IF YOU AREN'T SIGNED UP, CLICK THE LINK!

🐴✨ Adult Horse Camp is HERE! ✨🐴
Ready for the ultimate horse lover’s getaway? Join us for a fun, hands-on, and relaxing Adult Horse Camp—the perfect mix of learning, laughter, and a little pampering at the barn!
🍾 Yoga & Mimosas to kick things off right
🐎 Learn from amazing clinicians:
• Missy Moore – raindrop therapy, massage techniques & thermal imaging
• Kim Roestel – showmanship & body scoring
• Kris Johnson with Johnson Saddlery – saddle maintenance & tack care
📸 Professional Vintage Cowgirl Photoshoot by Erica Jacobson for each attendee!
🎉 Fun games
🍽️ Meals included
Whether you’re looking to grow your horsemanship skills or just enjoy a weekend with fellow horse lovers, this camp is for YOU!
🐎 Bring your own horse or come enjoy the experience without one!
📍 Limited spots available – don’t wait!
📩 Sign up with this link! Additional details in the link! https://forms.gle/5pDftMkgM6Q2F43t7
Grab your boots, your best barn friends, and come make some unforgettable memories with us! 💛🐎