About Us
Abenaki Farm & Stables (previously White Winds Farm) was purchased by Lori Shea in September ’08. By applying her Western knowledge and firm belief that “horses should be allowed to be horses,” she has quickly developed a solid reputation and the trust of the horse owners and professionals around her. Lori welcomes the public to visit the barn and see how a high-end, professional equine facility can also be friendly, low-key and fun. References are readily available.
Instructors:
Lori Shea
Lori is the western riding and horsemanship instructor and trainer at the farm. Raised in northern Massachusetts, she graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelors degree in Public Relations and Journalism. Shortly after graduation, she headed out West, living in Jackson, Wyoming, for several years then settling in Teton Valley, Idaho, where she bought her much-loved horse ranch. With the Tetons as the backdrop, she enjoyed riding and competing with her horses of all types including, Paint and Quarter horses and her team of black and white Clydesdales. Lori then adopted a Mustang weanling, yearling and two burros from the Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse/Burro Sale held in Jackson, Wyoming. She won the esteemed award of Grand Champion Draft Horse, Teton County Fair, 2008, and most recently, qualified and competed in the coveted Versatile Horse & Rider Competition at the Equine Affaire, in Springfield, MA.
Stephanie Mallick
Stephanie is our English instructor. A graduate of UNH and Quinnipiac Law School, she has also worked for barns in Southern, Northern and Lakes Region NH as barn help, stable management, and the last eight years, as instructor and trainer. She is experienced in English Pleasure & Equitation, plus Natural Horsemanship, but her forte is Dressage and Eventing. She started eventing as a working student for Huntington Farms with her Huntington-bred Oldenburg, Gelsey. She currently competes in eventing horse trials with her German Hanoverian Abe, who is also available for lessons. Stephanie has successfully competed in recognized dressage shows at training and first level as well as Recognized Beginner Novice Eventing in NY and New England. Her approach is positive reinforcement for successful advancement. For more detailed information about Stephanie and her philosophy see http://www.giddyupgelsey.com
