Experience within
a lifestyle
From the first trail ride at 6 months old to riding his first horse solo at 2 years old, Ridge has been an active participant and landmark in the horse community. Growing up in Washington state, the need for horse starting was extensive, which allowed him to start his first horse at 12 years old. From there he continued providing his starting and restarting services to his community while also training his own horses to compete in English and Western horsemanship events.
Enjoyment with horses didn’t stop at showing events. Ridge was able to utilize his horses to pack out wild game in the Cascade Mountains, trail ride through brush and water in Washington State, and traverse through the deserts of Nevada.
Upon returning home from deployment with the United States Coast Guard, Ridge shifted his career path, focusing on being the best all-around horseman he can be. Here he found where his true passion lies with horses – being able to establish a concrete foundation for a horse and rider so they have the best tools and confidence to navigate through all situations.
In order to continue his education and provide higher quality finish horses after colt starting, Ridge attended the Josh Lyons/Lyons Legacy Accreditation Program in Grand Junction, CO. There, Ridge learned to create a performance horse. He is now a Josh Lyons/Lyons Legacy Accredited Trainer.
family. together as one uniT
Meeting back in 2013, Ridge and Miranda established clear goals for what they wanted in their life. With college, military, job placements, and more, they knew moving to Athens, TN offered the balance of family values and lifestyle opportunities they wanted. They welcomed their son, Ryker, to the world in 2019, and their daughter, Royce, in 2023. Together they vowed to cherish time, continually improve each other, and show their children the foundation of a team and partnership.