The People behind the scene
Meet our team
A collective of kind hearts and spirited individuals, committed to bringing their best to the community and equine world.
Samantha Reed
Founder & CEO
Horse trainer since early 2000s, it has always been her dream to open her own horse rescue. After finally purchasing a property suitable for such an endeavor the founding of Full Circle Riding Center began. Part time horse rescuer since the age of ten; sucker for anything in need since forever.
Travis Tobin
Co-Founder & Heavy Lifter
Travis is the heavy lifter at the farm, helping with the poop scooping and helping to fix fences, barns, etc. Co-owner of the farm and (mostly)patient partner of Samantha Reed.
Ute Reed
Co-Founder & Child Development
Retired Pre-school owner/teacher, Ute has helped co-found our Non-profit and is vital in bringing in positive energy and assist with bringing in a different perspective for assisting children of all ages. Ute also has an extensive background in working with people with disabilities.
How It Began
From the young age of 8 years old, Sami knew horses were her life. While money was always a roadblock, it never stopped her from pursuing her dreams. None of that would’ve been possible without the constant encouragement and sacrificing her loving parents made. They pulled together the funds to buy her first horse, an auction horse for the rock bottom price of $450. From there, they quickly realized lessons would be needed. They gladly found the money and time to attend bareback lessons and eventually buy a second “confidence builder” horse for her. From there Sami started working off lessons and a lease on a horse to use for 4-H.
40+ lessons
Find Your Path
Adventure Awaits
Rules for the Road
Flash-The Horse That Started It All
The first time I saw flash he was tied in an auction stall, wide eyed but well mannered. We were warned of watching out for drugged horses, sick horses, old horses, and lame horses. Flash was a mid-age, healthy gelding that seemed well mannered and calm. I will always remember the day the man grabbed me and tossed me on his back and the moment of fear that shook me. We had several horses on our list to bid on, but most quickly went out of our budget. When Flash walked out, my mom lifted her panel. A few bids proceeded…but no one wanted a grade Arabian. My mom leaned down and whispered in my ear; we just bought a horse! Upon getting Flash home to our small <1 acre home, we quickly realized we may have bit off more than we could chew. He zoomed around our penned area nonstop with the beautiful terrifying grace of an Arabian. After a month, we decided to take him for his first outing…with a rider that had sat on a horse a handful of times….in a 40-acre cow pasture…. after 30 days of sitting in a small pasture. Anyone familiar with horses is probably shaking their head. We all learn eventually and bless those sweet souls that teach us and put up with us. After picking myself up out of the dirt we quickly realized we needed help.
Introduction To BLM Mustangs
We quickly realize lessons were needed. We found a local trainer that trained mustangs and also offered bareback/horsemanship lessons. After learning a seat and basic handling skills I began to hunger for knowledge. I read and watched John Lyon, Pat and Linda Parelli, Monte Roberts, and ANY other methodologies I could get my hands on. I would take these methods and practice them with Flash, whom had been deemed un-rideable by several trainers. I refused to give up on him and spent two years doing nothing but groundwork with him. Upon
Our Mission
Dedicated to rescuing horses and providing therapeutic riding experiences to all those who can benefit from the horse-human connection.
Our Values
Compassion, respect, and commitment to animal welfare and our community guide our work.
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