Welcome to Our Blog!

So many exciting things are happening at Sunset Ridge Equestrian Center, and in order to keep everyone connected, we have decided to start a blog! We look forward to sharing news and stories from life around our barn.

If you are not familiar with Sunset Ridge, I would like to use this as an opportunity to introduce our barn to you! Located just outside of Hickory, NC, Sunset Ridge focuses on the disciplines of Hunter/Jumpers and Dressage. Offering lessons, board, training and sales, Sunset Ridge is the Hickory area's premiere equestrian facility. 

In addition to the lesson program, Sunset Ridge has an IEA team and hosts the Silver Saddles 4H Club. If you are interested in joining either of these programs, please contact us!

Sunset Ridge is also fortunate to have many knowledgeable and friendly staff and trainers. Amanda Jagniszak is the barn manager and coordinates all it takes to successfully operate the business. Diane DeRienzis is the head hunter and equitation trainer, and Lynn Boone is the dressage trainer. Each of these women brings many years of experience to our lesson programs and show teams. And I guess you could say I am our resident blogger! 

You can probably find one of our horse and rider pairs at any local or rated hunter or dressage show across North Carolina. For information on any of our programs, please contact us! We would love to have you as part of our barn family.

If you are already part of our family, please feel free to send me pictures and stories from life around our barn. This blog is meant to be a place for everyone to share all the exciting things our riders are up to!

In the mean time, enjoy the beautiful fall weather with your horses!