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Showing posts with label horses for sale. Show all posts

Monday, February 25, 2013

Monday Wrap Up - clinics, stallions, sales, communication and lessons

So it is a bright and sunny Monday morning with predicted highs in the 40's! Not bad for late February! This post is going to be a bit of recap and questions for those who like to clinic!

To start - thank you again to all of our loyal students and clinic participants for bearing with us during the winter that seemed to deliver storms on each and every Friday! It was a joy to work with you all and we hope to continue to offer a clinic format throughout the year to help everyone advance their horses.  (see below for more information)


Secondly, today is an awesome day to consider Dressage Royal if you are debating breeding your mare! We have another DR offspring undersaddle and she is as calm, cool and collected about becoming a riding horse as all the others have been. Our older DR offspring (2007's) are progressing beautifully in their training and providing plenty of reasons to breed to him again each and every day. Charming personalities, sweet natures, super gaits, easy flying changes and great elasticity in their way of going...we are smitten! Come see them in person and that might make you a believer in his prepotency too!

Thirdly, if you are trying to contact Ellie or Anne to arrange interviewing for the working student position(s), view sales horses or to discuss any of our stallions, please email your information, requests and/or questions to Ellie@watermark-farm.net or Anne@watermark-farm.net .  The cell service at the farm has gotten more unpredictable and the riding list is quite long - which means getting a prompt (and coherent) answer will be a challenge unless we can sit down and type it out during some down time. We are happy to call you back but it can be difficult to mesh schedules during this hectic time. Email truly is best for now. We are all on Facebook, so that is another means of reliable contact through the Farm Page.

For lesson scheduling, please email or text what would work for you and remember to include your name in the first message so we know who it is coming from! ;) Thank you!!!!!

Fourth on the list - future clinics.
There are several clinics in the works with different topics than we have offered thus far. Check back in a few days as there will be an opportunity to weigh in on when and what will be on the schedule.

For those of you who wanted to participate in the Winter Clinic Series and could not - we are planning on offering the topics again in May as a series. It may be an afternoon/evening series during the week, however, in order to avoid conflict with the competition schedule.

The other alternative to signing up for clinics is to sign up for lessons. We offer private, semi-private and group lessons for beginner to advanced students. We will be offering a Weekly Group Lesson one afternoon per week starting the end of May to help those with young horses that need mileage in a more friendly atmosphere with equine company. For the more advanced work (flying changes, lateral work, etc), we can provide a demonstration horse and rider for the more visual learners. Private lessons for the advanced work on the schoolmasters are also available for those with a good seat and kind hands.

So I think that is everything for today! Communication is the key! Check back in a few days for the updates on the new clinics!

~Happy Riding!~



Thursday, November 15, 2012

Holiday Sales Extravaganza!

The Holidays are approaching quickly and we would like to make sure that everyone has a happy and positive Holiday Season! And there is no better way of ensuring that than to have a talented, sane and fun horse to work with each day!

Dream Girl WF
We will be offering a substantial discount to show homes with a trainer reference on our current Sales List!
Wall Street WF
There are a few updated photos below of a few of the Sales Horses -


Wendolyn WF
Wolfgang WF (no additional discount)


Wilson WF

Aloysius WF

Westerleigh WF

Whodini WF

Avebury WF

Wallace WF

Don William WF

Wylie WF

As You Wish WF

Wilona WF

And that still leaves Waverleigh, Windrose, Drummond, Dreamcatcher and Wichita Rose WF who need updated photos and videos! We also have a few horses that are available for lease at this time.  If any of the horses listed here (or on the website) are of interest - please contact Anne@watermark-farm.net (484) 880-0779 for more information and pricing.

Sunday, October 14, 2012

12,500 Fans, new video and then the Group Lessons

So it's been another busy week here on the Farm! All of the riding horses are going very nicely, the youngsters are coming along in their development and we have a few projects that are also making progress! Lots of positive energy and good fun!
Oreo has kept a close eye on our training regimen!

We've also had a stretch of beautiful weather - brisk but gorgeous!

With perfect footing, ideal lighting for photos and lots of smilies for the happy riders!

 

We had beautiful weather on Saturday for the first of our group lesson sessions. It was a bit breezy but very doable in terms of the conditions and the fine company! So as it stands now, we'll be offering the lessons every Saturday starting at 2PM from now until the beginning of December. If the weather is poor the group size will reduce to 4 horses in the indoor so as to give everyone plenty of room to ride. But if it is nice....we can accommodate up to 7 riders per group.

The Farm Page has motored right past 12,500 Likes and is well on the way to cracking the 600 mark in the next few hours - or at least before the end of the day tomorrow! Very exciting!

One of our 'returning to work' horses is doing so well it almost brings tears to our eyes. Here are some videos of her first ride back in the outdoor arena with Francisco...




and these are my favorite photos - 

 Millie is by Waldaire out of mom's favorite mare Lily by Again and Again, so having her back as a riding horse gives us a lot to look forward to - especially when her fancy way of going is taken into account. :)

Happy riding!



Tuesday, July 17, 2012

There is something about the best laid plans...

Around 3AM a few nights ago it occurred to me that I have not had video footage of the sales horses (Wendy, Lacey, Wilona, Wylie, Kitty, etc.) with me on them! Now there is plenty of video on the Farm Channel, but mostly with Junior riders or a professional.  Lots of those kinds of videos!

Hmmm. "Would people prefer video of me riding, rather than shooting?" I wonder. So, I've made arrangements to have a few friends rotate through and operate the handycam. Mom will shoot stills like usual but we are expected to have a nice cooling trend over the weekend! That means full on dressage tack and a real, bonafide DQ in the saddle! Now I'm not sure if this new endeavor will help to sell the horses but if they will put up with my injured self, it proves how tolerant they really are.

So check back over the weekend and early next week for the new videos!




So check back! Keep an eye on the You Tube Channel! Or Facebook!

Happy riding!

Saturday, June 30, 2012

Website Update! Price reductions!


Website revision/updates are in progress!

Drastic price reductions on the following horses due to family illness:
Wall Street WF, Westerleigh WF, Wylie WF, Wichita Rose WF and Wallace WF.

Terms negotiable on Wilona WF, As You Wish WF and Wolfgang WF.
Horses will be sold on a first come, first served basis and in 'as is' condition.

Lease options available on Wakanda WF, Artesian WF and Atreo WF.

Contact Anne@Watermark-farm.net for more information. Serious inquiries only.

No tire kickers please.

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Farm photos, musings, a bit of this and that...

I'll start with a few images of the Master of All He Surveys - Oreo







Then we'll move on to the silly riding mares that thought nothing of a chilly afternoon and had a bit of a swim -






We have had quite a bit of rain over the past few weeks, so they had been restricted to small(er) paddocks and on the worst of days - just some time in the indoor arena...so perhaps that explains the gusto they put into getting wet? Silly girls!

Stubben N.A. was also kind enough to send the ever-so-awesome certified saddle fitter Keith Brooks to the farm for a few hours this week! Keith did a number of fittings - both dressage and jumping saddles for clients and everyone was quite pleased with how the time was spent, the knowledge they gained and how the horses improved!




Lastly, please enjoy some images of the paper mill ruins on the east of our property (hence the watermark in Watermark Farm) -




Friday, November 11, 2011

Stubben Saddle Fitting 11/22/11 at 10AM!

That's right! Our Certified Saddle Fitter will be here from 10 AM - 2:30 on Tuesday November 22nd! He is bringing a variety of saddles, models and sizes here to the farm so that people can see the latest innovations for the master saddlemakers of Stubben! We are offering several of our horses up as "test rides" but if you would like to bring your own horse, have it and yourself fitted for a new saddle, please contact me directly to set up a time***.





Keith is being quite generous - as we are all going to be in one location, he is reducing the standard $125 fitting fee to $75 - and this can be applied to the saddle price if you order within 7 days! He is working on assembling a wide selection of saddles for all heights, sizes and disciplines! If there is a particular model you are interested in trying, please email me - Ellie@watermark-farm.net and I will be sure to let him know exactly what you are interested in having a sit in! I was lucky the last time he was here and had a brief ride in the Zaria (and while jumping isn't in my future...ooooooh, it was fantastic!) and another saddle that I'm having a Rick Perry moment - can't remember the name!

I am happy to give feedback on what the Genesis Special D has done for my own riding, the horses and their training progress. My sincere gratitude goes out to Stubben, Catherine Haddad Staller and my mother Anne Rawle for all their hard work in improving my riding! Hopefully things will continue in a positive direction and in early 2012 we will venture southward and knock out some big scores in the FEI levels! Oh and mom gets an extra boost of thanks - she has bred my super fantabulous horses that are shining as bright stars for the future!



So if you are interested in learning more about what Stubben has to offer, please be here bright and early on the 22nd. We will have some breakfast type of snacks and coffee available on site as well as the sanctuary of the little house and bathroom facilities.

Hope to see everyone there!

****Helmets are required when mounted!****

Sunday, December 7, 2008

December Sales Listings for the farm

I do apologize in advance for the strange text in this post...but after 3 hours of fussing with it, I give up. If any listing is unclear or confusing - please just contact me through the farm website.

~Ellie


Some of these horses have been on the website for quite some time with out of date information... So please take a moment and read through the most current listing of our sales horses & equipment. Prices will be discussed in person or directly with Anne Rawle, not via the internet. Photos, video clips and additional information available by request.

If you do not see the exact equine partner that you are seeking, please contact us as we might know a breeder who has what you are searching for in your dream partner!


All horses will be sold into an approved home only and these listings are subject to change.

Savannah WF

(South American Way x Able Spirit WF by Abundance)

1999 16.3 Hand Chestnut Mare

Currently in foal to Dressage Royal for an late April foal, Savannah WF is an easy breeder, excellent mother, has only conceived via frozen semen to date – 80% single dose insemination, confirmed pregnancies.

Foal only option also available.

Wallstreet Rose

(Wallstreet Kid x Flashpoint xx by Flaming Rock)

1999 15.3 Hand Black Mare

Currently in foal to Waldaire with an early May due date, Gretta has proven to be an excellent, attentive mother, has been a riding horse in the past. Gretta was trained through 2nd level. She is not currently in an undersaddle program at this time. Gretta can be purchased with her '09 foal or without.

Unborn Waldaire Foal

(Waldaire x Sabrina WF [South American Way x Able Spirit by Abundance])

A full sibling to First Premiums Wolfgang WF (‘08) and Wei WF (’06) due in early June.


Unborn Avebury WF Foal

(Avebury WF x Amelia WF by Again & Again)

Amelia is currently in foal to Avebury WF for a mid-May foal. This foal will combine two of our current FEI horses – Atreo WF & Artesian WF, as the sire & dam are their full siblings. Amelia is from Again & Again’s last foal crop, so this is a rare opportunity to access the talent of Ruxton, Jackie Blue & Rushton with the elegance of Dekor & Adamant.

Unborn Dressage Royal Foal

(Dressage Royal x Abracadabra WF by Again & Again)

Our proven producer Emmy is in foal with a late May Dressage Royal foal. We are offering a COLT ONLY option at this time. 2008 full brother Dream Catcher WF was the Site Champion with an overall 8.2 Premier score. Wizard WF (2006 by Waldaire) was licensed in 2008 and Wakanda WF (2005 by Waldaire) placed in the top 5 in the Three Year Old Materiale at DAD.

Wolfgang WF

“Puck” is a 2008 chestnut colt with a lot of chrome to draw attention to his handsome self! He is a true sabino complete with roan patches, a belly spot, four high stockings, full blaze & sizeable snip…all of which takes a back seat to his powerful trot, ground covering walk & balanced canter. He is a fun colt to handle and is very reminiscent of his dam’s full brother Showtime WF who is enjoying great success as a hunter on the A circuit with his amateur owner. He should mature 16.2-3 hands and was graded a First Premium at his foal inspection with an overall score of 7.5.


Dreamcatcher WF

“Derek” is a 2008 chestnut colt with a spark that sets him apart from his pasture buddies! His movement & mechanics are phenomenal, his conformation is excellent and his temperament is lively with a good sense of how important he can be! He is graded as a Premier with an overall score of 8.2 (8.5 for movement) and being raised as a stallion prospect due to his exceptional quality. Half brother Wizard WF (2006 by Waldaire) was licensed in the fall of 2008.

Wall Street WF
“Hansel” is a lovely black 2007 gelding with an excellent shoulder angle, correct limbs and curious outgoing nature. Hansel should mature to about 16.0 hands. Truly an unflappable temperament…he is an amazing example of Waldaire’s excellent nature combined with the grace and movement of the proven Warkant x Eiger I cross. He received an overall score of 7.6 and a First Premium at his foal inspection. Hansel stands quietly for the vet, farrier and grooming and is a very sociable fellow in a nice package further enhanced by his long eyelashes and pretty face.

Don William WF

Liam is a lovely chestnut 2007 gelding who will be quite tall ~ 17+ hands at maturity. Good natured, friendly and cooperative best describe this sweet young man. He is a lovely mover who has been clearly stamped by Dressage Royal. At his foal inspection, his graceful movement earned an overall score of 7.4 and a First Premium. In many respects, Liam is a gentle giant with his big, soft eyes and strong desire to please those around him. Liam is maturing into a stunning horse with a kind nature and light footed gaits.


Whodini WF
This striking 2007 gelding with his distinguished markings separates himself from the other foals with his good movement, correct foundation and unflappable temperament. Whodini should mature to 15.2-16.0 hands. This compact powerhouse showed his excellent movement and earned a respectable 7.4 at his foal inspection and First Premium. Whodini is a fun colt – very smart and quick to learn new skills. Full brother Wizard WF is now a licensed stallion and their full sister Wakanda WF placed in the top 5 at DAD in the Three Year Old Mare Materiale in 2008!

Wyncote WF
Cody is a true show horse – he wants to be involved with everything whether it is a camera, a person visiting his field or just a car pausing by the roadside. He is going to be very tall (17.1+) and is a robust, cooperative 2007 gelding with unmistakable markings. Cody was a star and earned positive comments on his cadence & rhythm at his foal inspection where he garnered a First Premium with an overall score of 7.4. His sweet nature and strong desire to cooperate make him into a superstar even at such a young age. With his elastic and rhythmic gaits, he is suitable for many disciplines – you get to choose with this elegant fellow!

Wylie WF
Wylie is a 2006 filly that is the result of our blending of Again and Again’s exceptional movement with the outstanding character of Waldaire. This talented filly does not disappoint in any way. She is shedding out to be a rich red chestnut with a distinctive star, very small hind sock and flaxen mane & tail. Wylie is currently 16.1 hands and not finished growing! She will be lightly started in the fall of 2008 – buy her now and bond with her before her training begins!

Wilona WF
Lona is a true black 2006 filly with just enough chrome on her hind legs to attract your eye as she moves in the herd of chestnuts she is out with in the pasture. Her movement is light footed and pleasing to the eye with enormous engagement & eye pleasing mechanics. Her friendly personality and strong desire to be part of the action make her easy to catch and handle. Lona should mature to 16.1-2 hands and is very feminine both in her features & expression. She will be lightly started in the fall of 2008 – buy her now and bond with her before her training begins!

Wallace WF 2005 Dark Bay filly with elegant gaits and that special presence that draws attention wherever she goes. Lacy is sweet and affectionate with people and loves to be scratched. She stands quietly for shots, worming and the farrier. At the moment, she looks like she has great potential in the hunter/jumpers and eventing. Her er classy demeanor and spunky nature are impossible to miss. She is a leggy, athletic mare and currently stands a solid 16.3 hands. Like her sire and dam, she is a horse who is the first in line to see what is new in the field and is a very sweet, attentive horse. Lacy was competitive at DAD (Sept 2008), returning home with ribbons in all her classes. She is on track to show the USEF Four Year Olds Test in the spring of 2009. Her gaits are comfortable to ride and she is a naturally calm, laid back horse undersaddle. The excitement and chaos of the Devon show grounds were of little importance to her – she is focused on her rider and eager to please.

Wakanda WF
This 2005 dark chestnut filly who is a powerhouse of a mover in a compact package. Wendy currently stands 15.2 hands. She is extremely sweet and personable with an inquisitive nature. In the pasture, Wendy is the first to approach the people and truly an “in your pocket' type of horse. She craves attention and would like to be the focus of everyone's eyes. Her dam’s full brother was a successful FEI horse as is her sire, Waldaire. Wendy’s full brother Wizard WF is now a licensed stallion (2008)! She has the typical Waldaire/Again and Again engine and movement that is so predictable with this cross. When in motion, Wendy shows the strong influence and blending of both sides of her pedigree in her lightfooted movement, good engine and forward demeanor. She is a sensitive mare who is very attuned to her rider’s temperament & mood. Like Wallace, Wendy was very successful at DAD and is being prepped for the 2009 show season – specifically the USEF Four Year Old test. We do not recommend her as a horse for less advanced riders due to her natural forward moving big gaits & light mouth.

As You Wish WF
2001 Dark Bay mare 16.2 hands Kitty is schooling confidently over fences and is a balanced approach to her fences, good changes and excellent scope. She also has shown so much joy when jumping, it would be a waste for her to go to a dressage-only home...her naturally forward nature is shown to the fullest extent when she is approaching a fence...she is careful, soft & relaxed and goes with a confident step. Kitty's video is from the first sunny day that we could use our outdoor arena. Her fantastic ground covering canter delights both the observer and thrills the rider’s soul.

Wyatt WF
2004 Chestnut gelding with a flaxen mane and tail, currently 16.1 hands. Wyatt was the Inspection Site Champion and First Premium Premier stallion prospect and Reserve Champion for the East/Southeast Regions. Wyatt is a horse for the discriminating buyer with potential for the highest level of dressage. He received an overall score of *8* at his foal inspection and has continued to mature into a stunning youngster. This young horse is one that possesses the IT factor in spades…he is well aware of his importance in the world and how much we all should admire him – quite a character and a delight in the barn. Wyatt won the AWR IBC at Dressage at Devon and was very self possessed for all of his undersaddle competition. He was a delight to watch in the Dixon Oval and displayed his excellent, ground covering gaits during his Suitability & Materiale Classes. In the 4 & 5 Year Old Stallion/Gelding Materiale, he placed 8th out of 32 – only 1 other 4 year old was in the top 8 (and he went to the Markel YH Championships in KY placing 4th in the country), so we are delighted with Wyatt’s progress thus far. Wyatt is a big moving horse and not suitable for intermediate riders. He will continue to be prepped for the FEI 5 Year Olds in 2009.

Saddles For Sale:

17.5 American Flex Icelandic Saddle $1200.00 USD

Black, nearly new, new girth billets, includes booties – white quilted cotton with fleece underside.

16.5 Ortho Flex Cross Country $1200.00 USD

Havannah, nearly new condition, new girth billets.