52 June 19, 2014
Horsetowns: Moorpark
What makes Moorpark a terrific ‘Horsetown?’
Chris Mayer, Simi Valley Equestrian communities are rapidly
shrinking in Sounthern California. T rough the foresight and development of the Simi Valley, Moorpark and T ousand Oaks eques- trian communities, we have been fortunate to not only maintain the equestrian spirit but to ensure that it continues in the future. T ese residential equestrian neighborhoods have been designed with the horse owner in mind with established bridal paths and riding arenas throughout. Since these are established eques- trian developments, it allows us to co-exist with our neighbors who don’t own horses but enjoy the “Country” atmosphere as much as we do. Horses are part of the scenery in our area and have become commonplace as opposed to something out of the ordinary.
Jennah Campbell, Moorpark Moorpark has Happy Camp State Park with
approximately 3,000 acres of riding trails. T ere are many boarding facilites adjacent to the park. T ere is also an area where you can trailer in and park that gives you easy access to ride in the park. Moorpark in general has a high concentration of boarding and training facilities which really gives a sense of horse community to the town.
Nona Green, Conejo Valley Moorpark has it all, from large acreage cattle
ranches to one-acre, horse-zoned homesteads. T ere is something for every horse afi cionado. A few top notch equestrian centers in Moor- park are host to AA and AAA circuit shows. Moorpark is home to Happy Camp Regional Park, providing 3,000 acres and 12 miles of beautiful riding trails. Feed and tack stores are located right in town, and two equine hospitals are minutes away.
Lisa Johnston, Simi Valley Being able to saddle your horses and ride
right out your front gate is a wonderful op- portunity that we all share in our equestrian community of Montgomery Ranch here in Simi Valley. I love the fact that I can hop on
my horse at virtually any time of the day, and go for a nice leisurely trail ride. Not only is it physical exercise, but its a wonderful way to relieve stress as well. My husband and I truly enjoy all the benefi ts of living in an equestrian community and all it has to off er. We’ve made many many horse friends since moving here 16 years ago, and can’t imagine living any- where else.
Lorraine Biederman, Moorpark I live and board my horses in Moorpark and
compete in Simi Valley with ETI 118. I board at a stable that is next to Happy Camp Park, a park that is designated for equestrians, hikers and a few bike riders. We can ride for hours in an untouched park that houses deer, coyotes, and an occasional bobcat or work in our arena under a star-fi lled sky. We have a feed and tack store just down the road and if we need they deliver. T is is a community that is truly horse friendly and wants to keep its open space for all to enjoy.
Marie Meyers, Moorpark Having so many people have horses in the
area. People really are very animal friendly and the whole community is horse oriented with several top trainers in all disciplines within a small radius.
Gayle Brodie, Thousand Oaks, CA It took me 20 years to accomplish this, but
I fi nally have my home and my offi ce only 15 minutes apart, and my horse is halfway in between.
Dorann LaPerch, Moorpark In the late 1970s, we were searching for
the perfect place to begin our ranch. My father and mother still needed to commute to Los Angeles for their business. Moorpark was decided upon because of its rural beauty combined with its perfect location. Still a reasonable drive to downtown Los Angeles. A gorgeous 26-acre parcel was found in Moor- park, and the building of our ranch began. As for a location for horses, Moorpark is heaven
on earth. An easy drive to horse events, being nearly perfectly in between shows in Los Angeles County and Santa Barbara, with many “rated” horse shows located within Moorpark or the immediate vincinity. Moorpark is the perfect horsetown. Not only are there many farms here, we have gorgeous trails, with the jewel being Happy Camp Canyon Park. Bridle trails within new communities that have been built and are going to connect all of Moorpark to Happy Camp. We are also fortunate to have excellent veterinary services available to us within our area, and one of the nation’s best surgical facilities just 90 minutes north of us. Moorpark is defi nitely one of the best Horse- towns around.
Meaghan Shaffer, Thousand Oaks T is area is terrifi c for horse lovers. A drive
through Hidden Valley in T ousand Oaks is proof that heaven on earth exists! It’s full of white fencing and acres of green pastures with world-class barns. Olympic Gold Medalist Will Simpson trains here along with many other well-known riders. T ere are two full-service veterinary clinics nearby. Also, there is an excellent non-profi t organization that pairs children in the community with rescued and donated horses, as well as an established and accredited center for riders with disabilities. Volunteer opportunities with horses abound! Within the city limits are extensive trails. T e trails beginning at Rancho Sierra Vista in T ousand Oaks lead all the way to the ocean. Riding under majestic oaks with views of the Malibu mountains is a great way to relax and enjoy nature. T e wonderful combination of city and country is hard to beat.
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