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Marilyn Macfarlane...
started her career in Charleston, West Virginia. At the early age of 16, she established a thriving riding
school at her own Breezy Knoll Stables. She received a B.A in Education. She was greatly influenced by her
own instruction under Helen Crabtree and Don Reinhart. She took the assistant trainer position at Happy
Valley Farms where Bob Vessel, Lloyd Teater and Sam Brannon trained. In 1973, still in her twenties, she
purchased a beautiful farm in Shelbyville, Kentucky that she named Walnut Way. As an owner, trainer,
instructor and judge, Marilyn has celebrated many, many championships of both horse and rider.
Marilyn received the prestigious Audrey Pugh Gutridge Award in recognition for achievement measured by
character, talent, courage, determination and style. Her riders would agree that good sportsmanship and an
endearing love of the horse are paramount in Marilyn's philosophy. This leads to the success that many of
her Walnut Way champions have proven and continue to prove...Whiplash, Copper Locket, Stormy Breeze,
Glenview's Warlock, Coaltown Prince, The Count, Tijuana Starlet, April Hill's Red Gold, Shining Brightly,
Braveheart, Heir Calendar Girl, Prowler's Madness, Fancy Ribbons, Music of the Heir, Heartland's Flurry,
She's Fancy Free, Flamethrower, Bask Warlock, Fire Water, New York Style, Attache's Three Of A Kind,
Banter, Broadway Joe, Jetstream, Wait And Sees Whiz Bang, Admiral's Gifted Miss, Chatterbox and Moonmist
...with champion riders Janna Weir, Erin Rudder, Jennifer Hall, Leah Boyd, Angela and Mitzi Graham, Leigh
Anne Dagenford, Barbara Irwin, Dana Perry, Margaret Schmitt, Yasmin and Fatima Wazir to name a few.
Marilyn Macfarlane is a National and International Judge. She has traveled throughout the United States,
England and South Africa judging National Championships and the World Cup Saddleseat Finals. She is
also a member of the United Professional Horseman's Association and the United States Equestrian
Federation where she served on the Equitation Committee, Saddlehorse Committee, Hackney Committee
and Pleasure Driving Committee. She has served as the UPHA Chapter Chairman in West Virginia,
Tennessee and Kentucky.
started her career in Charleston, West Virginia. At the early age of 16, she established a thriving riding
school at her own Breezy Knoll Stables. She received a B.A in Education. She was greatly influenced by her
own instruction under Helen Crabtree and Don Reinhart. She took the assistant trainer position at Happy
Valley Farms where Bob Vessel, Lloyd Teater and Sam Brannon trained. In 1973, still in her twenties, she
purchased a beautiful farm in Shelbyville, Kentucky that she named Walnut Way. As an owner, trainer,
instructor and judge, Marilyn has celebrated many, many championships of both horse and rider.
Marilyn received the prestigious Audrey Pugh Gutridge Award in recognition for achievement measured by
character, talent, courage, determination and style. Her riders would agree that good sportsmanship and an
endearing love of the horse are paramount in Marilyn's philosophy. This leads to the success that many of
her Walnut Way champions have proven and continue to prove...Whiplash, Copper Locket, Stormy Breeze,
Glenview's Warlock, Coaltown Prince, The Count, Tijuana Starlet, April Hill's Red Gold, Shining Brightly,
Braveheart, Heir Calendar Girl, Prowler's Madness, Fancy Ribbons, Music of the Heir, Heartland's Flurry,
She's Fancy Free, Flamethrower, Bask Warlock, Fire Water, New York Style, Attache's Three Of A Kind,
Banter, Broadway Joe, Jetstream, Wait And Sees Whiz Bang, Admiral's Gifted Miss, Chatterbox and Moonmist
...with champion riders Janna Weir, Erin Rudder, Jennifer Hall, Leah Boyd, Angela and Mitzi Graham, Leigh
Anne Dagenford, Barbara Irwin, Dana Perry, Margaret Schmitt, Yasmin and Fatima Wazir to name a few.
Marilyn Macfarlane is a National and International Judge. She has traveled throughout the United States,
England and South Africa judging National Championships and the World Cup Saddleseat Finals. She is
also a member of the United Professional Horseman's Association and the United States Equestrian
Federation where she served on the Equitation Committee, Saddlehorse Committee, Hackney Committee
and Pleasure Driving Committee. She has served as the UPHA Chapter Chairman in West Virginia,
Tennessee and Kentucky.
Suzanne Human, Instructor...
has been involved with horses for 16 years. She began her career during her high school years as a
Student Instructor at Huntoon Stables in North Aurora, Illinois. She attended William Woods University
and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree specializing in Equestrain Science. Her classes at Williams
Woods included Teaching Techniques, Horse Care & Management, and Veterinary Care. After graduation,
she joined the team at Walnut Way Farm.
Suzanne is responsible not only for the lesson program, but also coordinates the youth and adult camps,
tournaments, birthday parties and the Walnut Way Wylde Wryders Youth Club! .
For more information regarding lessons, camps, the youth club, or tournaments, please contact Suzanne
at (502) 633-6311. She will be glad to answers any questions you may have or set up a time for you to come
and watch a lesson in progress!
has been involved with horses for 16 years. She began her career during her high school years as a
Student Instructor at Huntoon Stables in North Aurora, Illinois. She attended William Woods University
and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree specializing in Equestrain Science. Her classes at Williams
Woods included Teaching Techniques, Horse Care & Management, and Veterinary Care. After graduation,
she joined the team at Walnut Way Farm.
Suzanne is responsible not only for the lesson program, but also coordinates the youth and adult camps,
tournaments, birthday parties and the Walnut Way Wylde Wryders Youth Club! .
For more information regarding lessons, camps, the youth club, or tournaments, please contact Suzanne
at (502) 633-6311. She will be glad to answers any questions you may have or set up a time for you to come
and watch a lesson in progress!
Christy Villa, Assistant Instructor/Business Manager
Christy was born in West Virginia and moved to Kentucky in 2000. She is married to Robert Villa, the Farm
Manager at Walnut Way. (They are expecting their first child in March 09)! Being the niece of Marilyn
Macfarlane, she was fortunate to grow up at Walnut Way. Summers were spent attending horse camps and
horse shows. When she became older, she spent hers summers as the camp counselor and caretaker of the
horses.
When she moved to Kentucky permanently, she took the position of secretary for Walnut Way. She quickly
became much more and now as Business Manager, she oversees all aspects of the day to day workings of
the stables. In addition to her managerial duties, Christy assists with riding lessons, tournaments and
camps.
Christy holds a degree in Respiratory Therapy and also holds a part time job in Respiratory. But she loves
being around horses. It is a very important part of her life and she plans to share the same wonderful
experiences with her child!
Christy was born in West Virginia and moved to Kentucky in 2000. She is married to Robert Villa, the Farm
Manager at Walnut Way. (They are expecting their first child in March 09)! Being the niece of Marilyn
Macfarlane, she was fortunate to grow up at Walnut Way. Summers were spent attending horse camps and
horse shows. When she became older, she spent hers summers as the camp counselor and caretaker of the
horses.
When she moved to Kentucky permanently, she took the position of secretary for Walnut Way. She quickly
became much more and now as Business Manager, she oversees all aspects of the day to day workings of
the stables. In addition to her managerial duties, Christy assists with riding lessons, tournaments and
camps.
Christy holds a degree in Respiratory Therapy and also holds a part time job in Respiratory. But she loves
being around horses. It is a very important part of her life and she plans to share the same wonderful
experiences with her child!
| Marilyn proudly poses with CH Brewster, Barn Dog Champion, winner of "Best Barn Dog" at ASHAV!! |
Marilyn Macfarlane driving ... Jelke Jacob Jethro Jan 2007 2008 Coaching Champion Lexington Jr. League Horse Show Lexington, Kentucky |
Elizabeth Nevitt, Trainer...
has been involved with Saddlebreds and Hackney Ponies for over 25 years. Her early years were spent
learning the art of horsemanship with Dena Lopez, Rob Tanner, Michelle Macfarlane and Bill and Chris
Field. She spent her entire junior exhibitor career catch riding and improving her ringmanship skills. In
the early 90's, Elizabeth met Rich Campbell. Together they trained over 20 World Champions and 3 World
Grand Champions with 11 World Championships and 2 World Grand Championships as personal drives.
In July of 2003, Elizabeth began her training career at Walnut Way adding 3 more World Championships
to her belt with Heartland Flurry and Heartland Painted Creation. She is most proud of theses
accomplishments as well as assisting Marilyn with the success of Walnut Way's champions Braveheart
and Fancy Ribbons. It was during the first year at Walnut Way Elizabeth realized how much she enjoyed
teaching the junior exhibitors and amateurs who rode at the barn. Helping them set goals and working
hard to achieve them is just as rewarding to her as a trip down victory lane.
has been involved with Saddlebreds and Hackney Ponies for over 25 years. Her early years were spent
learning the art of horsemanship with Dena Lopez, Rob Tanner, Michelle Macfarlane and Bill and Chris
Field. She spent her entire junior exhibitor career catch riding and improving her ringmanship skills. In
the early 90's, Elizabeth met Rich Campbell. Together they trained over 20 World Champions and 3 World
Grand Champions with 11 World Championships and 2 World Grand Championships as personal drives.
In July of 2003, Elizabeth began her training career at Walnut Way adding 3 more World Championships
to her belt with Heartland Flurry and Heartland Painted Creation. She is most proud of theses
accomplishments as well as assisting Marilyn with the success of Walnut Way's champions Braveheart
and Fancy Ribbons. It was during the first year at Walnut Way Elizabeth realized how much she enjoyed
teaching the junior exhibitors and amateurs who rode at the barn. Helping them set goals and working
hard to achieve them is just as rewarding to her as a trip down victory lane.
| Elizabeth Nevitt , Trainer |
| Suzanne Human, Instructor |
| Christy Villa, Business Manager |
| Corey Vetter with Marilyn and She's Fancy Free |
| Margaret Schmitt with Marilyn and Fleetwood's Pro |
| Marilyn Macfarlane with Bill Robinson and World Grand Champion Harness Pony Flamethrower |
Walnut Way Stars |
| Lauren Kelly and Heartland Flurry |
| WGCH Shining Brightly with Marilyn...1st Woman Roadster Grand Champion! |
| Steve with WGCH Shining Brightly |
| Randi Wightman and Fancy Ribbons |
| Marilyn riding Music of the Heir |
| Lynn Wangerin on Supreme Admiral Encore |
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