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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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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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The Cabalgata in Acosta

March is the middle of what Costa Ricans consider their summer. The days are hot and dry. All through out the country side the rural towns hold a fund raising event they call “Cabalgatas”. These are group trail rides that … Continue reading

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The Cabalgata for Mari Cruz Belen

The horses and their riders from Barking Horse Farm and Establo San Rafael show their support for Mari Cruz Belen, the Special Olympic’s Cyclist from Puriscal, by joining in a Cabalgata. Continue reading

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Riding Beau Bridleless

We are having a great time riding Beau with out reins in the ring. He stops with only the leg commands and stays relaxed and calm in all the gaits. This is great for a right brain introvert that he … Continue reading

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7 Day Horseback Riding Trek Dec 3-9, 2010

Ride with us on a 7 day trek through the breathtaking mountains of Puriscal, Costa Rica for the super low price of $1000 US Marvel at the breathtaking views as you and your horse climb the heights of rugged mountains Learn about local … Continue reading

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