If you live in Somerset County, then you know New Jersey has a reputation of being horse country as the home of the United States Equestrian Team in Gladstone and the Far Hills Race Meeting event held every October at Moorland Farms in Far Hills. There are numerous riding stables and equestrian shops dotting Somerset County.
However, what people from Morris County may not know is that they have their own accessibility to riding right in their own backyard and it is owned by the County. Seaton Hackney Stables was refurbished in 2006 after years of being shut down. The County poured money into revamping the stable and rings and subcontracted the management of it to Equishare USA , LLC. The stables are adjacent to Loantaka Brook Reservation. The stable offers a group lesson based on a riders ability level, commonly known as troop, which is run 3 times a year. There are also private and semi private lessons available and trail rides through Loantaka. During the summer months, there are week long summer day camps which includes everything from learning how to groom and care for a horse, to riding and swim time. There is also a program for children with special needs. For further information contact www.seatonhackney.com or call 973-644-3355.
Posted by: 
Nadine Gelinas-Coffey
