Our Story
In February of 2020, Terry and Kathi Rickert purchased Hollyhurst Farms in Carlisle, PA. Coming from a life-long passion for horses, Kathi is looking to help “Bridge the Gap” between the equestrian disciplines by offering various clinics, workshops, and educational lectures. The Rickerts are in the process of renovating the original farm. Since their purchase, they have taken the property from 85 acres to 210 acres by acquiring surrounding land that is contiguous to the original farm. This purchase allowed for seven miles of manicured Hacking Trails to be created.
OUR TEAM
At Hollyhurst Farm, LLC, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional experiences for the Equestrian Community. Each member brings a unique set of skills and expertise to ensure the best for our clients and our horses.
Kathi Rickert
OWNER
Over the years Kathi has dedicated her time to gain knowledge for the care and welfare of horses. She believes that a true horseman will see beyond just the riding of their horse. Her interest in making sure horses stay healthy and sound found her attending and successfully completing "The Whole Horse Dissection Clinic" with MVDr. Ivana Ruddock in 2017. In previous years, in the winter, Kathi rode her horses on snowy moon lit nights and in the summer swam her horses in lakes, rode in parades, competed in the show arena, rode the Appalachian trail prior to horses being banned, competed in Hunter Trials, was trained in the art of riding Side-Saddle, organized clinics for horsemanship trainers and international eventers and still found time to be a member and "ride to hounds" with four Foxhunting Clubs on the East Coast. Through her personal experience, as well as studying and training with various clinicians, Kathi has developed a skill for preparing horses to be the best they can be. Here at Hollyhurst Farm, LLC Kathi plans to help the equestrian community 'Bridge the Gap' between the disciplines by offering clinics, workshops, and educational lectures.
Pattie Hogeman
TEAM MEMBER
Pattie brings Science to our Team. She has an Equine Nutrition Certificate from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. She studied the anatomy of horse digestion and how it works and will create a management plan for our individual horses by understanding their needs for types of forage, grain and supplements. Pattie also completed the Pasture Management Course at Penn State. We periodically test our hay and Pattie will analyze and review those results. Her understanding of controlling weeds and how to manage grazing practices, will help our pastures remain healthy and safe for all the horses here at Hollyhurst Farm, LLC.
Gayle Knepper
TEAM MEMBER
Gayle brings Versatility to our Team. Gayle is an Alumni of Meredith Manor, once a nationally accredited equestrian college dedicated to exclusively preparing students for successful careers with horses. Her training was in the 3-Day Eventing Discipline. After graduating she went on to be an active member within the American Quarter Horse Association successfully competing in the Western, Hunt Seat, Driving and Jumping competitions. To broaden her equestrian knowledge Gayle spent ten years in the Standardbred Racing Industry and then went on to compete in the USEF Adult Amateur Owner Hunter Division for an additional ten years. Gayle will definitley help us Bridge the Gap!