testimonials

“Samantha truly is an exceptional instructor and horsewoman! She is not only knowledgeable and caring but she is able to explain the task at hand in ways that are clear and precise. Always patient when I ask tons of questions!”
- Kali Cone

“Samantha has such a savvy way of teaching each and every one of her students uniquely. She keeps it interesting and is always there to help you with a challenge by offering her well-thought and formed advice with encouraging words to follow you through the challenges of entering into new things. She is extremely supportive and cares more about the student's success than her own.”
- Maddy Park

“Samantha is an extremely patient, educated, and experienced instructor. She is thoughtful and her passion for her work is inspiring. 100% recommend her for any of your horse-behavior needs.”
- Amanda Sims 

“Samantha is an excellent instructor. She is always patient, thoughtful, creative, supportive, kind and knowledgeable. She has helped me through a few rough patches with my mare when I felt like there was little hope for either of us. I always come away from the lessons with her with little nuggets of information that pop back into my head at exactly the right time. If you have the opportunity to learn from Samantha, do it! She is a gifted, inspirational teacher that will help you to achieve whatever your horsemanship goals are.”
- Linda Stratton

“I am lucky to trim several horses who are also in training with Samantha. I often recommend clients touch base with her if we are dealing with behavioral or training issues during trim appointments.

I love how Samantha uses "partnership" language to work with both horse + human. I have been able to observe how horses react to her cues and intentions, and they always seem to quickly understand what she is asking. Watching her work + discussing different cases with her has greatly improved my knowledge of connected horsemanship.

Samantha is kind, fair, and firm to the horses she works with + I learn something from her every time we see each other.

If you and your horse need help communicating, I highly recommend you connect with Samantha! ❤”
- Corrie Mannion

“My horse and I have been making slow progress through the Parelli program for the past 5 years. I have been taking lessons with Samantha for a few months now, and we are progressing rapidly! When I first met with Samantha I had a lot of doubts about my horsemanship abilities; but over the past few lessons, she has helped me gain my confidence back. Samantha is an encouraging teacher that helps me see what I am doing great as well as areas I can improve on. She listens to my goals, and then devises a plan to help me achieve them! Every lesson is jammed pack with awesome information, perspective, and creativity. I can't wait to see what we will be able to do in the upcoming months.”
- Rosie Kirkvliet

“I am thrilled that Samantha has made Patterson Creek Farm in Fall City where we board her home base! Taking lessons with her has inspired me to set goals and improve my horsemanship. I love the Parelli program and Samantha has helped me pass my L2 Freestyle and I'm getting ready to film my L3 Online audition. Lessons with Samantha are fun and positive and I ALWAYS learn something!”
- Kim D’Souza