Chance
13 year old palomino Welsh Pony gelding
Formal name is “Here Comes The Sun”
Inquisitive, comical, mischievous
I decided to adopt Chance after my children swarmed him following an impressive jumping performance at Spruce Meadows. Despite their incessant poking and prodding, he stood there quietly, affectionately nuzzling them on the head. Even though I was insanely jealous of his thick bleached blonde mane, I couldn’t help but love him at first sight. So I took him home…
Chance is an endearing pony who wears his heart on his sleeve. He will seek out those who need to unload their emotions and let go of what no longer serves them.
Chance is a great advocate for connecting to the child within and taking the time for self-care. You might just find yourself getting highlights after you spend time with him.
Alter ego: Rod Stewart
Will
19 year old bay Morgan gelding
Formal name is “Wind In The Willows“
Loyal, protective, honest
Will came to me in a dream to reveal that he was from my soul family. He showed me the joy we would experience together and the shared life purpose we were to fulfill if I chose to work with him as a team. So I took him home…
When I introduced him to my two other horses, they welcomed him immediately and even seemed to recognize him as an old friend. Will is now their exceptional herd leader.
You can always trust Will to honour your process, rely on him to comfort you, and ask him to hold on to your heart for safe-keeping.
Will leads many educated and intelligent women to ponder the question of why you would even need a partner when you have the love of such a tall, dark, and handsome creature?
Alter ego: Denzel Washington
Justin
18 year old buckskin Pinto gelding
Formal name is “Just In Time”
Wise, telepathic, observant
Justin was the first horse I have ever known and befriended. Rescued from slaughter by an Earth Angel (named Joyce), he became my greatest joy, teacher, and friend, throughout the hardest times in my life. It quickly became evident that I could not live without him, and that being my lesson horse was just not going to cut anymore. So I took him home…
Justin supported me both emotionally (and at times physically) throughout my journey with my own child with special needs. He encourages self-reflection by inviting you to sit with him to explore the most important insights about yourself you will ever discover.
Justin teaches living in the present moment, which comes in handy when it’s that time of the month, and you are suddenly awake, signing songs in your head at 2 am.
Alter ego: Yoda
Gailen
25 year old sooty buckskin Morab and Arab cross gelding
Formal name is “Let’s Go Galavanting”
Gentle, trusting, dependable
Gailen has recently found a loving retirement home amongst our family and herd. He was a champion in his day, as well as very well cared for and deeply loved by his lifelong owners. This is certainly reflected in his adaptable, nurturing, and overall outstanding personality.
The first time I met Gailen, I immediately felt like I had known him all my life, so I took him home.
I had the honour of having a soul portrait done by @artbeatab a year ago, and unknowingly, I discovered after adopting him, that he had always been represented in that painting.
Gailen means “calm healer” and that is exactly who he is in horse form. You can always depend on Gailen for an amazing Equinisity session.
Alter ego: your favourite grandfather (only he does not cook)
Children’s Round-up
Calling all horse-loving kids who don’t mind getting a bit dirty at the ranch! Feel like volunteering? Marianne could use your help with grooming, feeding, and other chores. It is a great way to spend time outdoors, develop some skills, and make new friends! This is a FREE group for children with special needs of all ages! Sign-up today!
4 Horse Hacienda
No time? No problem! A mom’s time is precious. There’s no need to drive to the ends of the earth for your equine therapy sessions! The 4 Horse Hacienda is conveniently located in Bearspaw, literally across the street from NW Calgary. Schedule your appointment after school drop-off or right before pick-up, and even have time to grab your groceries on your way out!
The days of impersonal appointments are over! The ranch is located on a forested acreage, with a quaint office in a charming hacienda-style family home! You will feel welcomed, nurtured, and safe to honour your process. If you let yourself be still, you will feel the incredible energy of the land recharging your soul! It truly is where magic happens! You might even be lucky enough to receive a visit from one of our forest friends…
