Cedar Valley Farm

08/04/2025

Cedar Valley Farm in Toano is hiring!
We are a family-centered equestrian facility dedicated to the well-being and performance of our horses and to providing excellent service to our customers.

Position Overview:
We are seeking dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our barn crew. Looking to fill weekday and weekend morning and afternoon shifts.
This position plays a vital role in ensuring the health, happiness, and overall well-being of our horses.

Responsibilities:
* Daily feeding and turnout of horses
* Stall cleaning and general barn maintenance
* Assisting with veterinary and farrier visits
* Administering medications and supplements as directed
* Monitoring horses for signs of illness or injury

Qualifications:
* Previous experience working with horses preferred
* Knowledge of basic horse care and handling techniques
* Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
* Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently and as part of a team

If you are passionate about horses and possess the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Jill Tewksbury at (757) 876-6448.

08/02/2025

CVF had a very successful day at the Stonehouse Stables horse show recently!☀️

🌕 Stepping Moon, owned by Jill Tewksbury, ridden by Ainsley Seiner:
❤️💛🤍 Reserve Champion in the combined JR/AM and Schooling Hunter!

🌙 Ruby Moon, owned by Jill Tewksbury:
💙❤️💛 Champion in Junior Pleasure with rider Riley Martin!
💙❤️💛 Champion in the combined JR/AM and Schooling Hunter with Neal Blair!

💦 Smallwood Spalsh, owned by Teresa Taylor, ridden by Lilliana Nowlin:
💙❤️💛 Champion, with a clean sweep in the combined CH Pony and CH/AA division!
💙❤️💛 Lilliana Nowlin also piloted Little Paddocks Hidden Treasure in Pony
Pleasure, with a clean sweep to Champion!

🏎️ Moonracer, owned by Karen R. Dickman, ridden by Alyssa Ennas, had great trips in the combined CH Pony and CH/AA!
💙❤️💛 Neal Blair also piloted Moonracer in Special Hunter, earning Champion!

🐄 Got Milk?, owned and ridden by Nancy Kapuschansky, did amazing in Adult Pleasure and Special Hunter!

🍸 Margarita, owned by Lauren McCarron, ridden by Isla Schatzel, looked amazing in Junior Pleasure and had good rounds in Special Hunter!

🧹 Quidditch, owned by Jessie Miller, ridden by Evan Krantz, was amazing in the combined CH Pony and CH/AA division!

✨ My Alibi, owned by Jill Tewksbury, ridden by Madeline Lichtel, had great rounds in the combined CH Pony and CH/AA division!

🎨 Paint by Number, owned by Jill Tewksbury, ridden by Pearson Towler:
❤️💛🤍 Reserve Champion in Pony Pleasure!
Also had good rounds in the combined CH Pony and CH/AA division!

✨ California Vintage, owned by Jill Tewksbury, ridden by Veronica Solis, had good rounds in the combined CH Pony and CH/AA division!

✨ Woodlands Carnegie, owned by Ouida Ward, ridden by Olivia Bayne, looked fantastic in the combined JR/AM and Schooling Hunter division!

🥞 Over the Flipping Moon, owned by Jill Tewksbury, ridden by Vanessa Husband, did well in the Long Stirrup Division!

EQ results:

❤️ Elizabeth Campbell was 2nd in Adult EQ on the Flat!

❤️ Lilliana Nowlin was 2nd in CH Pony combined with CH/AA EQ Over Fences!

💛 Ainsley Seiner was 3rd in Junior EQ 14 & Under!

🤍 Evan Krantz was 4th in Junior EQ 15-17 and 4th in CH Pony combined with CH/AA EQ Over Fences!

💗 Olivia Bayne was 5th in Junior EQ 14 & Under!

🥇 A special congratulations goes out to Riley Martin, winner of the raffle for a free R. J. Classics schooling shirt!

Great job riders on a fantastic day and thank you Stonehouse Stables for a wonderful show!

07/18/2025

Team CVF had a hot but spectacular weekend at Rose Mount Farm! ☀️🌹

Third Times a Charm owned and ridden by Kymberly Harmon:
💙 ❤️💛Champion in Junior Horse Pleasure!
❤️💛🤍 Reserve Champion in Children’s Hunter!
🥈Second in Junior EQ Over Fences!

Woodlands Carnegie owned by Ouida Ward ridden by Olivia Bayne:
💛 Third in EQ 14 and Under!
✨ This team also had high placing in JR/AM Hunter Schooling!

Ruby Moon owned by Jill Tewksbury ridden by Riley Martin:
🥈 Second in EQ 15-17!
❤️💛🤍 Reserve Champion in Junior Pleasure!
✨ Ruby Moon was also ridden by Neal Blair, laying down flawless rounds in Schooling Hunter, winning the hack! 💙

Quidditch owned by Jessie Miller ridden by Evan Krantz:
💛 Third in 15-17 EQ on the flat!
💙❤️💛 Champion in CH/AA!
🥇First in CH/AA Over Fences!

Stepping Moon owned by Jill Tewksbury ridden by Ainsley Seiner:
💙 First in EQ 14 and Under!
💙❤️💛 Champion in JR/AM Hunter Schooling!

Dutch Boy owned and ridden by Olivia Batten:
💙❤️💛 Champion in Open Hunter!

Smallwood Splash owned by Teresa Taylor ridden by Lilliana Nowlin:
💙❤️💛 Clean sweep, earning champion in Children’s Pony Hunter!
🥇First in Children’s Pony EQ Over Fences!

Got Milk? owned by Nancy Kapuschansky ridden by Haley Davis:
✨ This pair had amazing rounds in Schooling Hunter and JR/AM Hunter Schooling!

Moonracer owned by Karen R. Dickman ridden by Alyssa Ennas:
✨This pair had great rounds in Special Hunter, and CH/AA!

Thank you so much Rose Mount Farm for a beautiful show! Congratulations to all riders on a fantastic day! 🌹

07/14/2025

Cedar Valley Farm in Toano, VA is now welcoming new boarders!

High-quality amenities include:
* Owner, trainer, and farrier on-site
* Lessons offered with opportunities to show
* Fun, friendly atmosphere for adults and children
* Well-managed, clean, and organized environment
* Multiple turnout options with run-in shelters
* Spacious, matted stalls maintained twice daily
* Full-size indoor and outdoor arenas with quality footing and lighting
* Heated/air-conditioned tack room
* Hot/cold wash stalls
* Space for trailer parking

We prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of every horse in our care. Monthly board ranges from $650-$1,000 depending on turnout preference.

For more information or to schedule a visit, contact Jill Tewksbury at (757) 876-6448

06/25/2025

Team CVF had a great week at the Deep Run Hunt Club Horse Show! ☀️🦊

King Kong owned by Karen R. Dickman ridden by Jessica Gulden:
🥇Won the prestigious Bryan Trophy Horsemanship Class for the second year in a row!
🏆 Won the Faraher Farm Perpetual Trophy!
💙 This team put down flawless rounds in the VHSA/M&S and Dover/US Hunter Seat Medal winning both!
✨ This pair also had high placings in other classes!

Royal Blue Moon owned by Jill Tewksbury ridden by Jessica Gulden:
💙 Won Best Turned Out in the Eastern Meadow on Friday!
💙 Champion in Large Green Pony Hunter Division!
💙 Champion in VA Bred Pony Division!

Smallwood Splash owned by Teresa Taylor ridden by Lilliana Nowlin:
💙 Champion in Small/Medium Children’s Pony Hunter!
❤️ Reserve Champion in Local Pony Small/Medium!

Third Times A Charm owned and ridden by Kymberly Harmon:
✨ This pair had great rounds in Low Children’s Hunter, winning one of their over fences!

Stepping Moon owned by Jill Tewksbury ridden by Ainsley Seiner:
✨ This pair had great rounds in Low Children’s Hunter, getting second in the under saddle!

Special thanks to:

✨ The wonderful gate starter, Jamila Flowers, for your hard work! Congratulations on winning Hampden Row’s Sportmanship Award professional recipient!

✨ Also a special thanks to Brooke Cole for making our horses and ponies look their best this week with your expert braiding skills!

Congratulations team CVF! Another great show in the books and already very excited for the next! ❤️

06/10/2025

We had an amazing few days at the Tryon International Spring Week 6 show! 🌸🐴

Highlights✨:

Royal Blue Moon owned by Jill Tewksbury ridden by Jessica Gulden:
💙Champion in Large Green Pony Hunter, sweeping all 4 over fences!
❤️ Second place in Green Pony Classic!

King Kong owned by Karen Dickman ridden by Jessica Gulden:
💛Third in the ASPCA Maclay!
✨This pair also had many great ribbons in multiple equitation classes!

Derby Results:

❤️King Kong owned by Karen Dickman ridden by Jessica Gulden was 2nd in the USHJA National Hunter Derby!

🩷Royal Blue Moon owned by Jill Tewksbury ridden by Jessica Gulden was 5th in the USHJA Pony Derby!

Thank you Tryon International for a great week and congratulations CVF on a spectacular show!

05/11/2025

Cedar Valley Farm in Toano, VA is now welcoming new boarders.

Facility amenities include:
• Full-size indoor and outdoor arenas with quality footing
• Multiple turnout options with daily care
• Heated/ventilated tack room
• Hot/cold wash stalls
• Owner, trainer, and farrier on-site
• Secure, clean, and well-maintained property

We prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of every horse in our care.

For more information or to schedule a visit, contact Jill Tewksbury at (757) 876-6448

04/04/2025

Come join us for our horse show at Cedar Valley on April 26th!

03/19/2025

⭐️Pasture and full board opportunities available⭐️ Cedar Valley Farm is a hunter barn in Toano, VA. The farm includes both a fully equipped outdoor and indoor arena. Multiple turnout options. Clean, and well-maintained facility with quality care provided. Bonus is owner, trainer, and farrier live on site!

Contact Jill Tewksbury at (757) 876-6448 for questions and details.

03/17/2025

02/21/2025

Another snow morning at the farm ❄️ We will resume with a normal schedule soon. Stay warm out there!