Stable News

Remarks from Parents of Past Program Participants

My daughter just recently attending your preschool camp Monday August 1st. She had such an amazing time...she has worn the tshirt every night since for bed. Thank you for that experience...she's waited a long time to be able to be around horses and she loved it. We are very appreciative!

- Amy Shorkey, Pittsburgh PA, August 2011

Thank you so much for sharing your great photos. My daughter had a wonderful time at horse camp. It was with out a doubt the highlight of her summer. You have a beautiful facility and we hope to see you again!

- Suzanne Burdin, Brackenridge PA - Preschool Program, August 2011

Thank you so much for the pictures from the Preschool camp. My daughter absolutely loved your camp, and having her picture in the paper was an added bonus! We were very impressed with your stables and will be back for the 3 day camp next summer! You do an outstanding job, and we appreciate all of your hard work!
- Aileen Little, North Huntingdon PA - Preschool Program, July 2011

I just wanted to write you a quick note to thank you for allowing my daughter to join in the preschool program this past Friday. From what my wife said, she did great! And, she hasn't stopped talking about the "horseys" and the fun she had there that day and her t-shirt has become her favorite! Your kindness has gone a long way to her happinness and that means a lot - I hope we can get her there for more "horsey" adventures in the months and years ahead! - Jeff Carlson, North Huntingdon PA - June 2011

We had such a great time today - two thumbs up to your Preschool Program! Avery loved it - and we were so very impressed with how organized it was and how great you all were with the kids! Thanks a million!!! - Lisa Glessner - June 2011

Amanda and Maria both have their Christmas pictures on their dressers from Christmas in the Stables. They both talk about horse camp, Milo, Nanuk, and Chester,, all the time. Amanda will be thrilled when she finds out that she is returning for a 3 day program this summer! Thanks for offering the camps! - Angela Woods, North Huntingdon PA

Thanks so much Karen! Zachary did have a great time. He is the VIK (very important kid) in school this week and took the picture/horse frame to school for show and tell on Monday!

Thanks again. We will be looking into other programs and are planning on coming back next December to Christmas in the stable! Have a wonderful Christmas!

- Carole, Ken and Zachary Meier

Thank you for the pics. Taylor had a wonderful time, she is still talking about it. Unfortunately for my husband and I, she now wants to ask Santa for a horse....lol. I think that you will see us in future summer camps, because of the great program that you and your staff put on the other day!! I was very impressed with it. Thank you again. Merry Christmas.

- Chris Shearer, Level Green PA - Regarding PTARC Sponsored Christmas in the Stable, December 2010

Thanks so much for the awesome opportunity. We all had a great time. She has been telling everyone about it and couldn’t wait to put her ornament on the tree.

- Rosemary Wilson , Irwin PA - Regarding PTARC Sponsored Christmas in the Stable, December 2010

My daughter really enjoyed her day at Darby Downs. She would like to continue attending your programs and events.

Thank you for providing such great programs and for the photos-they were terrific!

Jill Spillers, Irwin PA - Regarding PTARC Sponsored Day Camp, November 2010

Your program far exceeded my expectations. I was thrilled with how much hands-on experience they got.

My carpool was chattering about it the whole way home. They all want to do summer camp. I will put in a good word for the moms who weren't there. I think it would be a fantastic experience for the girls.

Darci Beck, North Huntingdon PA - Scout Leader - Regarding Girl Scout Program, November 2010

My Daughter called me from the first day of camp squealing with delight. She said she was having an absolutely wonderful time. She couldn't sleep the first night for wanting to get there the next day.

Juliana Morgan - Regarding Beginner Horsemanship Camp, July 2010

My Daughter had an absolutely wonderful time at the Beginner Horsemanship Camp. She is looking forward to other activities at Darby Downs. You will definitely see us again. She also talked a lot about the the girls who helped you with the camp and told us how nice and helpful they were.

My mother dropped and picked up my daughter each day and she spoke very highly of how organized and well run your camp was. I will tell you this was the highlight of my daughter's summer and she talks endlessly about it.

Sherry Vukman - Regarding Beginner Horsemanship Camp, June 2010

Link to an article regarding our 2010 summer programs published in the July 2010 Tribune Review http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/westmoreland/s_688506.html.

Your photos are better then any I took during the week! Thank you so much for taking the time to share them with us.
My daughter had an absolute blast at horse camp. Everything that you did with the kids was enjoyable. She enjoyed brushing and washing the horses as much as she did riding. It gives her a whole new respect for animals having to take care of them. Seeing that smile on her face was the best for me! We will definitely look into more activities that you have. Also, we have passed your name/facility onto our friends.

Thank you - Karen Butler, North Huntingdon PA