The Southlands Foundation teaches horseback riding, horsemanship, and the love, understanding and skillful care of horses to adults and children. We offer horse stables, indoor and outdoor riding arenas, and horse show opportunities. In addition, our 200 acres are open to the public for miles of trails to ride or walk.
In 2023, we celebrated 40 years as a not for profit, but our land rests on the historical legacy of Deborah Dows who founded the riding stables in 1938 and the Native Peoples who inhabited the land long before.
“Some tell of their riding, but more tell about learning to love the land and the creatures on it – to understand growing things – to learn to live and let live – and how their time spent on Southlands helped them cope better with the problems in their individual lives.”
Our History
Learn more about our pioneering founder Deborah Dows, her historical legacy and our preservation mission.
Become a MembeR
Find our more about member discounts and ways to donate to preserve our land and support community programs.