Welcome to the wacky world of Wisconsin, a state as fun to explore as it is to pronounce! This magical land is a massive playground filled with juicy dairy delights, stunning landscapes, and yes, you guessed it - horses! Kids in Wisconsin don't just ride bikes or rollerblades, they gallop on glorious horses just as the sun is painting the sky with its golden brush. Meet our friend, Wiggly Wally the wisecracking weasel. Wally wears wacky woolen waistcoats, and has a peculiar passion for watching the horseback riders. He's no ordinary weasel, you see. He's a funny fellow who loves to make you laugh with his side-splitting, knee-slapping horse jokes. "Did you hear about the horse who moved to Wisconsin?" he'd ask, chuckling away, "He wanted to become a CHEESE-horse! Get it, because Wisconsin is famous for its cheese!" The kids in Wisconsin are just as adventurous and fun-loving as Wiggly Wally. They think nothing of saddling up their four-legged friends and heading off for a day of equine excitement. You can see them navigating through the lush green fields, their laughter echoing across the hills. Sometimes, they even engage in playful races, their faces flushed with the thrill of the ride. After a day of heart-pumping adventure, they gather around to share tales of their horse-riding escapades, their eyes twinkling brighter than the stars above. Their laughter and cheers catch the wind and travel across the state, spreading the infectious joy of the Wisconsin horse riders. In Wisconsin, horseback riding isn't just an activity, it's a way of life. It's about the camaraderie, the open landscapes, the thrill of the ride, and of course, the chuckles shared with Wiggly Wally. So, grab your riding boots, Wisconsin kids, it's time for another day of horsing around!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Dan and Marlene La Fleur founded La Fleur Stables in 1965. They are a couple of horse lovers from Stoughton, WI, who have devoted their lives to American Saddlebreds. They purchased their first horse farm on Highway 138 between Stoughton and Oregon. Marlene had horses growing up and, as a young woman, had shown Quarter Horses exclusively with her father, Arnold Anderson. It was then that Marlene’s love for Saddlebreds began. Dan is a stock and commodities broker and Marlene is a dedicated horse lover. They have three children, and daughter Neva has taken on the family business, training horses and giving riding lessons. Come join us at La Fleur Stables, where we are dedicated to providing the perfect atmosphere for horse lovers, families, youth, adults, and investors. Our 15 rolling acres are filled with horses, colors, and personalities. We are devoted to helping each rider/owner develop self-awareness, independence, confidence, and creativity through riding and caring for the horses. Our goal is to give you a positive experience of the world of horses, so come step into the adventure.