The Stable Scoop: Stories From Stable Friendships

Your Monthly Dose of Healing, Hope, and Horses

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Stable Friendships Foundation
October 01, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

 🧸 A Heartfelt Thanks to Mattel | 🎃 Nic or Neigh | The Return of Peace in the Paddock™

Stable Smiles: Flashback Fun 🎃 

Last Halloween, we created a fun, allergy-friendly experience for everyone—painting pumpkins, decorating spooky goodie bags, and enjoying moments with our sweet ponies. Every moment was crafted with care so everyone could join the joy. Thank you to all who came, shared smiles, donned costumes, and let their creativity shine.

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🎁 A Heartfelt Thank You to Mattel

This month, we’re sending a huge thank you to Mattel for their generous donation to Stable Friendships Foundation. For a small nonprofit like ours, support from a corporation can make a big difference—it helps us grow our programs, care for our herd, and continue offering life-changing sessions to families in need.

Know a company or organization that would love what we do? We’d be so grateful if you connected us! You can reach us at [email protected]. Every introduction helps us create more stable smiles 🐴✨

🎃 October Trivia Time 🎃

The legend of the Headless Horseman originates from The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, set right here in the Hudson Valley. But what was the name of Ichabod Crane’s borrowed horse?

A. Thunder
B. Gunpowder
C. Shadowfax
D. Boneshaker

🐴 Hint: He may have had more spirit than speed…

🎃 You're Invited to Our Nick or Neigh Halloween Bash! 🐴👻

Join us for an afternoon of fun, sensory-friendly fun at the farm! From painting pumpkins and decorating goodie bags to meeting our sweet therapy horses—this event is crafted with care for children of all abilities.

📅 Date: October 25, 2025
📍 Location: 21 Waccabuc River Ln, South Salem NY
⏰ Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

👻 Costumes welcome
🎨 Crafts & activities
🐴 Pony meet & greet
🍬 Allergy-friendly treats

🐴 Peaceful Moments Await…

Fall is the perfect time to slow down, breathe deep, and reconnect—with yourself, nature, and our healing herd.

Finding Peace in the Paddock begins October 6th in Redding, and there's just one spot left for this transformative experience rooted in mindfulness, grounded presence, and equine connection.

💫 Can’t make it to Redding? No worries. We'll be offering new opportunities right here at home in South Salem soon. Stay tuned—peace is closer than you think.

Ways to Support Us

Spread the Word: Help us raise awareness about the healing power of horsemanship by sharing our mission with your friends, family, and social media networks.  GUESS WHAT?! You can use the icons at the top of this email to seamlessly share our content via email, Twitter, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Together, let’s amplify our message and make a lasting difference!

Volunteer with us : We are always looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team. Whether you have experience with horses or prefer to support us in other ways, there are positions available for everyone

Online Donations : Your financial support helps us maintain our programs and reach more individuals in need. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a significant impact.

Saddle Up with Our Merchandise : We’re thrilled to offer Stable Friendships Foundation merchandise through Bonfire! Each purchase supports our mission, with proceeds going directly back to our program. Shop now and wear you support with pride!

 👉 Trivia Answer: 

B. Gunpowder — a bony, spirited old horse that added even more spook to Ichabod’s midnight ride!

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