Riding at Fox View Farms
Lessons are held at Fox View Farms, a local riding stable located about 10 minutes from the Bucknell campus. Training is directed by Farra Phillips-Hillyard. To read more about Farra’s professional background, please explore the Fox View Farms website →.
Lesson Schedule & FormatLessons run for 10 weeks each semester. Sessions are one hour in length and are split down the middle: a half hour spent working on the flat and a half hour spent working over fences. Riders are placed into small groups based on past experience levels, as well as an introductory “ride-off” held at the beginning of each semester for new members. Group times are carefully arranged around campus class schedules and student work hours so that your academic requirements are always fully respected. |
Logistics & Barn RoutineLesson groups are kept strictly to a maximum of 4 riders, and every cluster includes at least one student with a car on campus to handle team transportation. Riders are picked up from campus at least an hour before class to allow plenty of time to tack up at the barn. Upon arrival, you’ll check the Bucknell whiteboard to see your horse assignment, which Farra sets the night before. Riders typically rotate onto a different mount every single lesson to best prepare for the unique horse-draw style of IHSA competitions. Overall, plan for a 2.5 to 3-hour commitment door-to-door. |
Horse Boarding InformationIf you choose to bring your personal horse to school and board them at Fox View Farms, please note that you will generally not ride your own horse during regular team lessons. Private boarder lessons can be set up directly with Farra. Note for prospective boarders: Stalls are leased on a first-come, first-served basis. Farra requires at least two months’ notice if you plan to board, so it is highly recommended to reach out to her as soon as you confirm your enrollment at Bucknell to discuss current pricing. |
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