Meet Our Horses
HUEY
Who He Is:
Huey is a smart, attentive Quarter Horse with a quick mind and steady demeanor. He responds thoughtfully to his environment and those around him, teaching participants the value of being aware, adaptable, and reliable under changing circumstances.
What He Teaches:
Effective leaders notice what’s happening around them and adjust their approach while remaining grounded. Huey demonstrates that responsiveness and adaptability create trust and strengthen team dynamics.
Leadership Takeaways:
Awareness is key to effective leadership
Adaptability builds trust and confidence
Quick, thoughtful responses inspire reliability
PIPER
Who She Is:
Piper is a bright, attentive Thoroughbred with a lively presence. She brings energy and curiosity to every interaction, showing participants how focus and self-regulation allow leaders to channel energy effectively.
What She Teaches:
Strong leaders balance enthusiasm with control. Piper demonstrates that energy can be harnessed productively, creating momentum without chaos and inspiring others to stay engaged.
Leadership Takeaways:
Focus enhances leadership effectiveness
Managed energy motivates and inspires
Leaders guide others through clarity and intention
RIVER
Who He Is:
River is a calm, attentive Paint Horse with a natural sense of awareness and adaptability. Being blind in his right eye has taught him to read his environment carefully, helping participants understand the importance of observing before acting and maintaining balance in leadership.
What He Teaches:
Effective leaders notice details, assess situations, and respond thoughtfully. River demonstrates that balance—between patience and action, listening and leading—creates trust and harmony in teams.
KI
Who He Is:
Ki is a steady Belgian who is highly attuned to the energy around him. He responds less to force and more to intention, showing participants that calm, centered leadership creates clarity and cooperation.
What He Teaches:
Effective leaders manage their internal state before guiding others. Ki demonstrates that self-regulation and energy awareness influence situations without escalation.
Leadership Takeaways:
Your energy sets the tone for the group
Calm intention is more effective than force
Self-regulation creates safety and trust
JAX
Who He Is:
Jax is a confident, forward-moving horse who responds best to clear direction and purposeful leadership. He reflects uncertainty quickly, helping participants recognize mixed or incomplete signals.
What He Teaches:
Effective leaders communicate clearly and act with intention. Jax shows that decisive action paired with calm confidence creates momentum and trust.
Leadership Takeaways:
Clear direction builds confidence
Decisive action reduces uncertainty
Leaders must commit to their choices
MAVERICK
Who He Is:
Maverick is a thoughtful Paint Horse who brings curiosity and individuality into every interaction. He often pauses to assess before engaging, reflecting flexible and grounded leadership.
What He Teaches:
Strong leaders adapt, think independently, and respond confidently to change. Maverick demonstrates that adaptability and innovation build resilience.
Leadership Takeaways:
Adaptability strengthens leadership effectiveness
Independent thinking supports problem-solving
Calm guidance allows creativity without chaos
CHARLIE BROWN
Who He Is:
Charlie Brown is a Tennessee Walking Horse who shows up honestly every day. His authenticity creates connection, trust, and meaningful learning experiences.
What He Teaches:
Leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about continuing forward with humility and heart. Perseverance and honesty matter more than appearances.
WHISKEY
Who He Is:
Whiskey is a steady, thoughtful Paint Horse with a calming presence. He encourages people to slow down, stay present, and connect honestly.
What He Teaches:
Effective leadership begins with being grounded and genuine. Whiskey demonstrates that calm presence and authentic connection create trust and openness.
Leadership Takeaways:
Grounding builds clarity and trust
Authentic connection strengthens relationships
Calm presence invites cooperation
SPONSOR A HORSE
Sponsoring a horse at Spirit Ridge Farm helps cover essential care such as feed, farrier services, veterinary needs, and daily upkeep. Each sponsored horse will have a plaque displayed at their stall recognizing the sponsor with their name, logo, or photo. Sponsorship is a meaningful way to directly support the well-being of our horses and the programs they make possible.
The Heart Behind Our Horses
Every horse at Spirit Ridge Farm has a story—of resilience, patience, and quiet strength.
They are more than animals in our programs; they are teachers, partners, and healers.
Through presence, awareness, and trust, these horses help veterans, first responders, and individuals in need reconnect with themselves and discover new ways to lead, heal, and grow.
