Broadview Buzz

We will be holding our annual Open House on July 12, 2025, from 12pm to 3pm. Attendees can meet the horses, talk with our staff, and tour the facility. Snacks and coffee are available, and delicious food from the Barkada Food Truck will be available for purchase! Upon arrival, please check in at the arena… Continue

Letter from the Editor: We are so sorry that it has been so long since our last issue of the Broadview Buzz.  The summer months around the farm are by far the busiest.  We have seen a lot of horses come and go and have been busy preparing for the long winter months ahead.  Please… Continue

Stable News: It’s hard to believe, but fly season is almost upon us!  It’s time to dig out the fly gear, sprays, and ointments. Remember that proper stable management is the first line of defense against pesky insects. Be sure to clean up manure, remove any standing water, and offer your horses clean, dry shelters with… Continue

Stable News: As spring tries desperately to get a foot hold here in New England, we are still experiencing winter storms and significant swings in temperature.  Even with snow still falling, the longer days and warmer overall temperatures are leading to green grass in the pasture.  Spring is one of the most dangerous times for… Continue

Stable News:  With the fluctuation of temperatures here in New England this winter it is super important to make sure your horses are drinking plenty of water and moving around as much as possible.  Colic becomes a real threat this time of year, especially impaction colic.  Make sure that your horses have access to clean,… Continue

Stable News:  The weather here in New England in the last month has given us some crazy extremes.  Between large fluctuations in temperature, high winds, heavy rains, and snow accumulation, we have had to deal with flooding, downed trees, icy conditions, and power outages at an unheard of rate.  This time of year it is… Continue

Stable News: ‘Tis the season!  Cool days are leading into even cooler nights and now is the time to make sure you are ready for winter weather.  One of the most important factors in keeping horses healthy through the frigid winter months in New England is access to clean water.  We make sure that all… Continue

Stable News:  It is the time of year again when the weather starts to change, and warm days drift into chilly nights.  As the evening temps start to dip below freezing, we need to use extra vigilance when grazing our “easy keepers” on pasture.  With the cold temperatures the sugars in our grasses can skyrocket… Continue

Stable News: We are gearing up for a potential Hurricane/Tropical Storm this weekend, that could make landfall right here in Maine.  At times like this our number one concern is keeping all of our humans and horses safe.  We are already planning and prepping for all of our horses to be safe in their stalls… Continue

Stable News: Around the farm we love coming up with fun and creative ways to solve everyday horse keeping challenges.  With the sudden increase in temperature and humidity in the last week, the flies are back with a vengeance, and the battle ensues. Though we cannot take credit for this awesome stable hack, as someone gifted… Continue

Stable News:  With rain of some kind falling almost every day the last few months, making hay has been nearly impossible here in New England. Due to the fact that hay yields are lower than normal we highly recommend getting as much of your annual hay as you can now.  There will likely be no… Continue

Stable News: Insects of all kinds are reaching a peak here in Maine. Hot and humid late summer conditions are revving up the mosquito and tick populations and the stable flies and horseflies continue to drive the horses and their humans crazy. This time of year it is especially important to check horses regularly for ticks… Continue

Horses With Hope was very fortunate to welcome trainer Linda Hoover  to our Broadview Farm for a 3-day clinic last week. Our head trainer worked with Linda for several years at her farm in North Carolina, and was hugely influenced by Linda’s approach to training and horsemanship.  Her training philosophies are particularly helpful when training… Continue