Our hilltop stable and arenas sit on a high point of the 20-acre Apple Hill Farm surrounded by rolling white board fencing.

The 72’ x 166’ well-lighted indoor arena is conveniently attached to the stable. Two large outdoor entrances provide wonderful ventilation along with 16 ceiling fans for those hot summer days.

Each stall is 11’ x 12’ with an exterior window. A secured tack room, tack-up areas, wash bays, two utility work areas, lounge, and public restroom complete the floor plan.

A security system and a fly-control installation add protection to the stable. We receive many compliments on our place and invite you to visit soon!

Since 1988, students have been coming from various areas of the nation to develop their equestrian skills under Libby’s instruction. Her students have achieved national championship titles in the both the U.S. and Canada, as well as invitational tryouts with The World Cup Team. Enthusiasm, integrity and talent have earned her the respect and recognition from the Arabian industry’s peers by being nominated for Ladies’ Saddle Seat Trainer of the Year in addition to several nominations for Professional Instructor of the Year by the Arabian Professional & Amateur Horseman’s Association. In 2020 she won the UPHA Chapter 5 Instructor of the year. A Springfieldian most of her life, Libby earned a business degree from Drury University. 

Her Plans

Libby plans to continue her career in the heart of the Ozarks, where she learned to ride as a child, winning area competitions and awards. She looks to the future with much anticipation to further the riding expertise of her students and to welcome newcomers who share the common love of horses.

...From Libby's Viewpont

While riding and caring for a horse is enjoyable, much more can be gained from this experience. Learning to ride requires much patience, perseverance and even a good sense of humor. As riders practice, they also are developing personality traits which can be applied when facing other life situations. Horsemanship should be fun and is a wonderful opportunity to build character.

Providing instruction to any age at any level is the heart and soul of our lesson program. We cherish our 20 wonderful lesson horses that range from the gentlest of old souls to the advanced competitive show horses. Lessons are an hour in length and includes usually 40 minutes of riding time. Each student takes their horse through the initial grooming and tacking up to cooling down and after ride care. Occasional trail rides bring variety to the usual arena setting. Entry level students are assigned private lessons until basic skills and control are developed. The option is available to continue in private instruction, move to semi-private lessons or join a group of usually three to four riders. Whether your goal is to achieve basic riding competence for a vacation on a dude ranch or to become proficient in the show ring, we would be happy to structure a course for you.

The training program is designed for Arabian horses to be conditioned and schooled for competition. Each horse that is placed in training to be shown in competition is individually assessed to verify its best performance potential. 

With her 30 years of professional experience, Libby has designed a training program for all levels of riders and their horses. Students have achieved national titles in the United States and Canada and have been invited to tryouts for the World Cup Team.

2023 Summer Camps!

June 5th-9th, June 26th - 30th, July 17-21, August 7-11

Each summer we offer riding camps for all ages and skill levels. Camps are designed to be a great first introduction to the world of horses. No prior horse experience is necessary! Campers will take part in all aspect of horse care as well as 2 daily group riding sessions and have time for a little “horsey play” too. Our day camps promise to be a horse lovers dream come true!

Camps are from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday. For your convenience early drop off and late pick up are available at no additional charge. The camps are designed for ages five years and older.

Camp Prices

The prices are $550 for the week or $125 per day. Campers need to bring a sack lunch, jeans, boots and swim suit & flip flops.

If you have questions or would like to go ahead and enroll in our program, please call Libby at 417-894-8221. Limited space is available.

For more information and to schedule your lesson, party or sign up for one of our summer camps, please contact Libby at: