Guided guests through scenic trails, ensuring safety and enjoyment.
Explained local flora and fauna to guest and equipment checks.
Training or tuning up of horses when necessary
Instructed visitors on proper horsemanship techniques.
Conducted pre-ride inspections of horses prior to each ride to ensure they are healthy and fit for riding.
Performed basic first aid if necessary while out on the trails.
Displayed strong customer service skills when interacting with guests and providing information about local attractions or services available nearby.
Owner/Operator Standardbred breeder
Self
Bourbon
03.2018 - 12.2022
Kept 2 Standardbred broodmares at my personal farm for breeding purposes, Bred to commercial racing sites, and the resulting foals were raised to sell as yearlings as potential race prospects
Owner/Operator
Bluestone Farms
Racine
03.2003 - 01.2016
Developed training programs for diverse horse breeds and skill levels.
Evaluated horses' behavior and performance to tailor training methods effectively.
Maintained detailed records of each horse's progress and health status.
Educated clients on proper horse care and handling techniques.
Demonstrated advanced riding techniques during training sessions to enhance skills.
Provided daily care and grooming of horses, including brushing, bathing, clipping, and hoof cleaning.
Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
Evaluated potential new horses for purchase or lease by assessing their temperament, conformation, and soundness.
Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
Exercised horses regularly using various methods such as lunging, trail riding, cross-country jumping courses.
Worked closely with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill animals.
Retrained horses to break kicking, bolting or other bad habits.
Lesson program for adults and children
Reschooled many Thoroughbred and Standardbred racehorses and rehomed them
Owner/Operator
Triple Thorn Farms
Newark
03.1993 - 06.2003
Evaluated horses' behavior and performance to tailor training methods effectively.
Developed training programs for diverse horse breeds and skill levels.
Collaborated with owners to establish training goals and schedules.
Maintained detailed records of each horse's progress and health status.
Educated clients on proper horse care and handling techniques.
Demonstrated advanced riding techniques during training sessions to enhance skills.
Provided daily care and grooming of horses, including brushing, bathing, clipping, and hoof cleaning.
Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
Evaluated potential new horses for purchase or lease by assessing their temperament, conformation, and soundness.
Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
Communicated with owners regarding progress and any changes needed to the training plan.
Exercised horses regularly using various methods such as lunging, trail riding, cross-country jumping courses.
Performed minor medical procedures such as wound treatment or administering medications.
Worked closely with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill animals.
Monitored the progress of each horse in training to ensure goals were met.
Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
Assisted in transporting horses to shows or other locations as needed.
Retrained horses to break kicking, bolting or other bad habits.
Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities or aptitude for training.
Advised animal owners regarding purchase of specific animals.
Stood 2 breeding stallions commercially
Reschooled and rehomed many Former racehorses
Offered both training and lessons
Assistant Trainer
Russell Baldwin racing stable
Plain City
02.1993 - 09.2001
Assist when needed with the daily work involved for training Standardbred harness race horses
Including, jogging, training miles, minor vet work, paddock at the races and daily feeding and grooming
Groom
Rucker stables
Hilliard
03.1990 - 08.1991
Took care of from 4 to 11 Standardbred racehorses, including feeding, jogging, and grooming.
Weanling barn manager
Hill Farms
Hilliard
06.1989 - 03.1990
Managed daily operations of barn facilities and animal care routines.
Supervised staff to ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.
Coordinated feeding schedules and health checks for livestock.
Managed the weaning process fro commercial standardbred breeding farm