Loc. Caslasca di Sotto, SNC, Bettola (PC)
MAIL & PEC
WO WIR SIND
Der Garten der Meisterbäume ist ein kleiner Familienbetrieb von 17 Hektar, der sich in der biologischen Umstellung befindet und nach den Prinzipien und Methoden der Nachhaltigen Landwirtschaft gepflegt wird.
Loc. Caslasca di Sotto, SNC, Bettola (PC), 29021
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Horses and Donkeys
NATURAL HERD MANAGEMENT - ACTIVITIES AND WORKSHOPS
“To fear Love is to fear Life, and those who fear Life are already three-quarters dead”
Bertrand Russel
Our pillars
NATURAL MANAGEMENT
The horses live freely in herds in two different paddock paradises, regularly cared for and cleaned, balanced according to the principles of Feng Shui.
NATURAL FEEDING
All animals always have access to natural polyphyte hay, fresh water, and salt, and can practice self-foraging.
BITLESS & BAREFOOT
All animals are barefoot and followed by a Barefoot Horse Italia trimmer. All horses are ridden without a bit.
COMPASSIONATE APPROACH
We are attentive to the needs of the animals and what they communicate, offering an alternative way of living the relationship with the horse, based on respect, communication, and empathy.
HOLISTIC TREATMENTS & BODYWORK
All animals can benefit from holistic treatments and bodywork performed by certified professionals, for their greater well-being.
LIVING NATURE
We offer various activities in nature for adults and children, accessible even to those with no experience with horses.
Horse and Donkey Boarding
We offer the opportunity for owners who share our philosophy to bring their horse, pony, or donkey to us. The service includes:
- herd accommodation in paddock paradise
- hay always available
- fresh water
- mineral supplementation
- periodic cleaning of droppings
- daily check
- BHI trimming approximately every two months
- administration of medicines and supplements (as needed)
- presence of a veterinarian specialized in Natural Management every two months
- contact with Osteopath
The cost of boarding is 260€/monthly
Discount for ponies and donkeys under 120cm at the withers: 200€/month
For availability and further information contact Maria at 351/5233050
The Structure
PADDOCK PARADISE
We have two paddock paradises, the first of 8000sqm and the second of 6000sqm, which allow us to manage two herds. The bachelor group can accommodate stallions.
NATURAL FEEDING
The hay is provided loose on the ground, to ensure a natural posture and more movement.
CONTROL OF HARMFUL INSECTS
We follow a particularly effective and natural fly control protocol, with ecological traps and the inoculation of fly predator organisms.
IDEAL PLACE FOR WALKS
We are immersed in the Val Nure, surrounded by green paths with access to the Val Nure Horse Trail and a few kilometers from the Nure and Olza streams.
THE ACTIVITIES YOU CAN BOOK
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY
APPROACH TO THE FREE HORSE
Learn to approach horses in a conscious, attentive, and respectful way. Read the animal's body language, its energy, and learn to recognize consent. The experience lasts 2 hours, with a maximum of four participants. No prior experience is required.
Wear comfortable and season-appropriate clothing; in case of bad weather, the workshop will not take place.
Minimum age: 6 years.
Cost per person: 20€ (individual experience), 15€ (min. 2 participants)
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY
KNOWING THE HORSE THROUGH THE SIX SENSES
Live and get to know the horse using sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell, and intuition. Through 6 creative and stimulating activities, accessible to everyone, you will delve deeply into the world of these wonderful creatures. All activities are conducted from the ground.
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
The experience includes a picnic lunch offered by us.
Number of participants: 2-6.
No prior experience is required.
Comfortable and season-appropriate shoes and clothing, in case of bad weather the workshop will not be held.
Cost per person: 50€
TEACHING ACTIVITY
BAPTISM OF THE SADDLE FOR CHILDREN
Experience dedicated to the little ones, children aged 3, 4, and 5 years. Includes safe introduction to the pony, grooming, bareback ride, and lots of cuddles.
The experience lasts 30 minutes. A parent's presence is required to accompany and help the child safely and calmly.
Comfortable and season-appropriate shoes and clothing, the workshop will not be held in case of bad weather. One child at a time.
No prior experience is required.
Cost per person: 15€
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY
DONKEYWALK
Come walk with Dafne and Lila on a slow trek through the woods of the Piacenza hills. The trek is not very demanding and suitable for everyone; there is no minimum age limit, but small children must be in a carrier/backpack as strollers and prams cannot navigate the paths.
The experience lasts 2 hours.
Wear comfortable and season-appropriate clothing; in case of bad weather, the workshop will not take place. Minimum number of participants: 2
No prior experience is required.
Cost per person: 15€ (children under 3 years free).
FOR SCHOOLS AND ASSOCIATIONS
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY FOR SCHOOLS AND GROUPS
VISIT TO THE HERD
Come and discover how horses and donkeys live with us. Visit our paddock paradises, we will explain what they are, how they work, and why horses like them so much! The experience lasts 1 hour.
No previous experience is required, this activity is ideal for schools, associations, and large groups. Minimum number of participants: 2.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for the season; in case of bad weather, the workshop will not take place.
Cost per child: €3
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY FOR SCHOOLS
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY FOR SCHOOLS AND GROUPS
A HORSE AGAINST BULLYING
Bullying is not just a set of inappropriate behaviors, but the manifestation of a deeper difficulty: the difficulty of building healthy relationships. Preventing it means educating children and young people to develop trust, collaboration, and mutual respect.
The project "A Horse Against Bullying" was created with this aim and is structured in specific programs for early childhood, primary, and lower secondary school. At the center is the horse as an educational mediator: a companion capable of reflecting emotions and behaviors in an immediate and non-judgmental way. Learning is based on the experiential method: children and young people do not just listen to talks about trust and respect, but actually experience them through their bodies, play, and relational activities alongside the horse. The main educational reference is the herd, where it is not the strongest who prevails, but the one who knows how to lead with calm, consistency, and competence. The life of horses teaches that the strength of the group comes from collaboration and mutual listening: an alternative and positive model to the dynamics of bullying.
Our Horses and Donkeys
MOCHI
Medicine Hat Horse
DonkeyZEUS
Guardian
Thoroughbred HorseMIHR
Authenticity
