As may be remembered from one of my earlier posts, I will be working with Stuart Schroeder in Sebastopol to learn how to drive a horse carriage. And I finally got to meet him and the horses earlier this week. If you would like to know more about Stuart and his farm and Percheron horses, here is the link to his website: http://stonehorse.biz/index.html
It was wonderful to have a chance to talk with him on Monday, as he has a lot of knowledge, experience, and connections. During the tour of his farm we walked through a large barn full of planting and harvesting equipment, wagons, harrows, and a tower of grass hay he harvested this year. He also showed me all of the harness equipment for the horses - there are so many pieces!
In addition to the tour we talked about this very trip I am planning; the real reason behind my motivation to learn carriage driving. He gave me some good resources of other people who have gone on similar trips as well as tips as to where to find a running gear for my wagon (that's the base part with the wheels - kind of important!).
Unfortunately, I did not get the chance to take any photos while I was there, but I will make sure to take some the next time I go!
Overall it was a very inspiring event and I can't wait to learn more!
