2026 schedule
Community Event: Share Your Favorite Freestyle
Share your favorite Liberty Freestyle! All participants bring a link to a video of their all time favorite liberty performance and a potluck dish to share.
Knapamerki study hall #1: Evolution of the Horse + Icelandic horse history
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Sales Horse Trip to Iceland
Carrie, Mackenzie, and Cameron are on the way to Iceland! We will be traveling to a variety of training stations and breeding farms in Iceland assessing potential horses for sale and import to the United States.
Community Event: Meistaradeild Viewing
Community get together where we will gather to view the first three Meistaradeild competitions (Master League) that occur each winter in Iceland. We will view the four gait, loose rein tolt, and five gait classes and finals together and enjoy discussing everything Icelandic horse competition as armchair experts.
Knapamerki study hall #2: Horse Behavior + Communicating with Horses
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Intro to Icelandic Horsemanship Workshop
Our 4 day workshop for Icelandic horse newbies! We are so excited to share this unique opportunity to really take a deep dive into learning everything about Icelandic Horsemanship. This workshop is for folks just starting out with their first Icelandic and for folks that may want to explore riding Icelandic horses for the first time.
Community Event: Liberty Games
Get together and have some fun at liberty! We will be offering a variety of liberty games. All levels are welcome and we will have horses available as needed plus you are welcome to bring your own!
Knapamerki study hall #3: Gaits of the Icelandic horse
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Merrimack Valley Classic Icelandic horsemanship Clinic with Carrie
This clinic is hosted by Ebba Meehan of Merrimack Valley Classic Icelandic Horsemanship. Ebba offers breed demos, boarding, training, lessons, horse sales, shows and clinics at her facility located on the outskirts of Boston. Merrimack Valley is a top notch Icelandic horse business and a great resource for folks in the area. We love partnering with their team!
Private Clinic with Guest Clinician
Very exciting event for advanced riders and trainers with guest clinician. Please call or text Carrie for more information.
Gait Workshop
This workshop will cover the training of the five gaits of the Icelandic horse! Each day of the workshop will focus on both practical and theoretical learning covering all five gaits. One of the unique aspects of the Icelandic horse is the fact that we train and ride five gaits and this workshop gives you the opportunity for intensive learning about each!
Knapamerki study hall #4: Seat of the Rider, Riding Aids + The Reins
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Knapamerki study hall #5: Tacking Up, Anatomy of Bits & Saddles
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Breeding Assessments, Gæðingakeppni, & Sport Show at Harmony Icelandics
We will be traveling to Harmony Icelandics for the International Breeding Assessments, a Gæðingakeppni competition on the straight track, and a Nationally Ranked Sport Competition at Harmony Icelandics in Truro, IA.
Working Equitation Clinic - with Caeli Cavanagh
To celebrate the launch of Icelandic Working Equitation, we are thrilled to offer a three-day clinic at Aspiring Heights Equestrian Center, taught by Caeli Cavanagh. This immersive clinic will introduce riders to the foundational principles of the discipline, blending dressage fundamentals, working obstacles, and speed-inspired exercises adapted specifically for the Icelandic horse.
Summer Gamankeppni Ranked Show
So excited to invite you to our summer ranked show at the Locust Hill Oval Track. Our Gamankeppni Show has developed into a fun local event featuring a wide array of riders at all levels. From serious competitors to first timers these shows are designed to be inclusive, fun, and educational. You will see everything from top level professional classes to fun classes of all shapes and sizes.
Meet The Icelandic Horse Weekend
Curious about Icelandic horses but not sure where to start? Join Mackenzie Durbin, our resident instructor and local trainer, for this Two-Day Icelandic Horse Weekend- the perfect introduction to one of the world’s most pure and versatile breeds. Designed specifically for riders new to Icelandic horses, this immersive weekend blends hands-on riding instruction with education, community and inspiration.
Liberty Workshop
Come and join us for one of our favorite workshops! Over the course of the four days you will have the opportunity to truly explore liberty, bridleless-riding, horse behavior, and the horse-human connection. Whether you're interested in just starting your liberty journey, competing at liberty, or looking to explore more advanced concepts we will tailor each session to each individuals needs.
Trail Workshop
There is nothing like cruising the trails! Whether you're planning a trek to Iceland or hoping to improve your skills for around home, this workshop is a perfect opportunity to sharpen your abilities as a trail rider and provide your horse with an education to confidently handle a variety of situations.
Sálmur Trek in Iceland
For the second year in a row, Mackenzie will be accompanying a group of clients to our friends at Hestaland in Iceland to experience the Icelandic horse in its element. There is no feeling in the world like riding with a loose horse of over 50 horses through the stunning Icelandic landscape.
Taktur Trek in Iceland
For the second year in a row we will be accompanying a group of clients to our friends at Hestaland in Iceland to experience the Icelandic horse in its element. There is no feeling in the world like riding with a loose horse of over 50 horses through the stunning Icelandic landscape. This trek usually fills up immediately so contact us if you are interested.
Let's Talk Tölt Clinic
Ready to take your tölt to the next level? Join Mackenzie Durbin, our resident instructor and local trainer, in this two-day Let’s Talk Tölt Clinic designed for riders who want a deeper understanding of how to develop, improve, and refine tölt— Bring your own horse or use one of ours!
Let's Talk Trot & Canter Clinic
Ready to take your trot & canter to the next level? Join Mackenzie Durbin, our resident instructor and local trainer, in this two-day Let’s Talk Trot & Canter Clinic designed for riders who want a deeper understanding of how to ride, develop and refine trot & canter— Bring your own horse or use one of ours!
Knapamerki study hall #6: Horse Anatomy + Conformation
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Knapamerki study hall #7: Facilities, The Riding Arena + Riding In The Open
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Knapamerki study hall #8: Riding Level 1 & Riding Level 2 Test Demo
Throughout the year, Mackenzie will be hosting monthly lectures at her house or her barn to cover these theoretical components of Knapamerki Riding Levels 1 & 2. Attendance will cost $25 per person. Click to find out more.
Dressage Workshop
Our final installment of the 2026 workshop series! Through dressage you will be building the perfect foundation for success in yourself and your horse.
Meet The Icelandic Horse Weekend
Curious about Icelandic horses but not sure where to start? Join Mackenzie Durbin, our resident instructor and local trainer, for this Two-Day Icelandic Horse Weekend- the perfect introduction to one of the world’s most pure and versatile breeds. Designed specifically for riders new to Icelandic horses, this immersive weekend blends hands-on riding instruction with education, community and inspiration.
Knapamerki Test Prep Lessons with Carrie
These lessons are for students planning on taking the Knapamerki Level 1 and/or 2 Exams on February 28th.
Knapamerki Testing Levels 1-2
Knapamerki Level 1 and 2 Exams consist of both a practical and theoretical test. The official instructor will be Carrie and our judge with be Caeli Cavanagh.