Happy, Healthy, Naturally Trained Horses!
Our mission is to share our passion for horse trekking and Natural Horsemanship, and offer a safe, enjoyable and bonding experience for riders of all levels while exploring the Costa Rican countryside and experiencing its unique culture.Located near the mountain village of Santiago de Puriscal, an hour away from Juan Santa Maria International airport (SJO)heading west. Let us meet you at the airport and take you to this tropical paradise we call home. What a great way to start your vacation!
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Costa Rica (011) 506-2416-1393
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Category Archives: Cultural Excursions
Currently taking sign ups for our 2015 season!
If this looks good to you, learn more about our treks Visit our Parelli Workshop Page or our 2015 Trek Schedule Page and SIGN UP!!
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I Just updated the Jungle River Trek to the Beach Web Page!
Check out our new Jungle River Trek to the Beach Page! It has lots of new photos and an updated description of the daily itinerary. This is our trek for the confident and skilled rider. There are lots of technical … Continue reading
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Rainforest Trek to the Beach web page updated
I just updated our Rainforest Trek page with new descriptions and pictures! This was one of our first treks ( first completed in 2005!) and continues to be one of our favorites. We love passing through so many different ecosystems … Continue reading
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Accommodations page update
Just updated the Barking Horse Farm accommodations page so if you are thinking of coming to visit us in sunny Costa Rica for a farm based riding vacation this winter, we have new pictures and information posted. Check it out! … Continue reading
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December Workshop and Trek with Parelli couple Susan & Maurice
Barking Horse Farm is happy to welcome back the dynamic Parelli couple, 3* Susan Nelson & 4* Maurice Thibault, for another great Parelli riding adventure. This year on December 6 -16, 2013 they will be team teaching a two day workshop … Continue reading
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The Kathiawari Horse of India
A short walk from my house in India we can ride out on rented Kathiawari horses. The Kathiawari is a breed of horse from India, originating in the Kathiawar peninsula. Closely related to the Marwari horse, and resembling both that breed and the Arabian horse from which they descend, the Kathiawari was originally … Continue reading
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10 day Parelli Riding Adventure in Costa Rica! Come Join us!
Barking Horse Farm is happy to welcome back the dynamic Parelli couple, 3* Susan Nelson & 4* Maurice Thibault, for another great Parelli riding adventure. This year on December 6 -16, 2013 they will be team teaching a two day workshop in their unique duo style. After which they … Continue reading
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2013-2014 Volunteers Wanted!
Looking for an experience of a life time? Join the Barking Horse Farm Volunteer Team! – Learn the ways of Parelli Natural Horsemanship in the saddle and on the ground – Play with horses daily – Learn Spanish – Meet … Continue reading
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Join us in Costa Rica for a fun, cultural and adventurous Parelli Horseback Riding Workshop and Trek to the Beach!!
If you love Parelli and love riding with like minded people come and see a part of Costa Rica that tourists never see while riding friendly and responsive horses trained the Parelli way. You will have the chance to bond … Continue reading
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Easter Games
On Easter Sunday we set up an obstacle course in the Arena. Volunteers and guests from Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Holland, Australia, and the USA took part in the event. Here are some the pictures from the day. The “DJ” … Continue reading
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