Smithlynd Equine Open House at Emerald Farm
The crew at Smithlynd Equine has been working hard painting, cleaning and mending, over the last few months. Now they are ready to show off all the hard work with an open house.
The open house will have tours, demonstrations, games, refreshments and more. Everyone is invited, it should be a great day, here are the details:
Date: October 23
Time: 12:00 – 4:00
Where: 8 Granite Street, Bellingham
They are also offering a GREAT special for a limited time, a Three-Lesson Horsemanship Package for $60! This package is normally priced at $150!
You can get more details at their website www.smithlyndequine.com or on Facebook under Smithlynd Equine.
Smithlynd Equine is located at Emerald Farm in Bellingham, MA. The farm features an 18 stall barn with attached indoor (great during inclement weather!) and large outdoor arena. The rings are routinely watered and dragged. The atmosphere at this barn is very friendly and welcoming. The farm is open to boarders and there are a few horses for lease.
Also, they have a lesson program with great school horses and the barn hosts lesson days with top trainers are scheduled frequently.
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