Transitions Acres

EquiMind- Mindfulness with Horses
2024-06-26 19:30 - 20:30, 2024-06-30 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto)
Mindfulness is the practice of bringing one’s attention to the present moment. This involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment without judgement.
Horses are excellent partners to help us be in the moment as they are naturally aware and encourage thoughtful participation.
Cultivate and improve your self- regulation by joining our mindfulness with horses classes.

Hallo-Whinney
2024-10-26 12:00 - 16:00
Join us in your costumes for pumpkin carving, refreshements, a halloween inspired scavenger hunt and of course, dress up the ponies!
Your $20 admission covers everything including a pumpkin to carve and take home.

The Heart of Oxford
2024-11-09 10:00 - 20:00
The Heart of Oxford Experience presents a unique social and shopping event unlike any other vendor show in the area! Showcasing only Oxford County businesses, this event highlights the talented individuals from our communities who offer their distinctive products and services with care.
By gathering these exceptional businesses in one place, we aim to reveal the amazing local treasures available right here in Oxford.
Join us to explore the best of Oxford County, reconnect with friendly faces, and discover what we mean when we say Small Business, Big Heart.
COME SEE US AT THE SHOW FOR EXCLUSIVE DEALS JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS!
Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-heart-of-oxford-experience-tickets-1016580037257

The Hat Effect Hat Bar
2024-11-16 16:00 - 21:00
Transtions welcomes The Hat Effect Hat Bar on Saturday, November 16th, 2024 starting at 4pm!

Have you ever wanted a custom style cowboy hat? Now’s your chance. Pick your hat, your bands, your feathers and the burned style you’d like and watch as your new lid comes to life. While you’re here, pet the horses, do some shopping and enjoy some refreshments by the fire!

Hats cost between $120-$140 depending on how customized you want it. Payment due to The Hat Barn the day of the event.

RSVP IS REQUIRED as the spots will fill up quickly

Full Moon Smudge with Elder Eric G Martin
2024-11-17 14:30 - 17:00
Join us for a smudge ceremony to honor the Full Moon led by Elder Eric G Martin.
Eric G. Martin is a North American Native of the Mohawk and Chippewa tribes of Six Nations Reserve, near Brantford, Ontario, Canada.
His Native name is Gwiish Koshi Nodinin (Whispering Windz) member of the Bear Clan.
There is no admission fee for this event, but donations for our Elder are encouraged.

Soul Insights & Horse Whispers
2024-11-23 15:00 - 18:00
Join us at Transitions Equine Facility for a cosy evening of psychic readings and hanging out with horses.

Nestled among the beans and corn fields of beautiful Oxford County you will find tranquility and peace with our majestic herd of horses. We welcome Gada Jane Intuitive to the Farm! Gada Jane is a Kitchener-based psychic-intuitive and writer who loves to understand people and what drives them. She offers accurate and in-depth readings that help people see themselves, their abilities, and opportunities in fresh and empowering ways.

What our evening offers:

Guided meditation
Psychic readings
Hands on interaction with the horses
A fire ring
Refreshments such as coffee, tea, water
A gift shop to browse and shop

$65 +hst per person
Limited Spaces Available!

The Hat Effect Hat Bar
2024-11-30 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-18 16:00 - 21:00
Transtions welcomes The Hat Effect Hat Bar on Saturday, November 30th, 2024 starting at 4pm!

Have you ever wanted a custom style cowboy hat? Now’s your chance. Pick your hat, your bands, your feathers and the burned style you’d like and watch as your new lid comes to life. While you’re here, pet the horses, do some shopping and enjoy some refreshments by the fire or in our beautiful lounge!

Hats cost between $120-$140 depending on how customized you want it. Payment due to The Hat Barn the day of the event.

RSVP IS REQUIRED as the spots will fill up quickly

Paw Patrol Breakfast and Vendor Market with the Tavistock Agricultural Society
2024-12-07 09:00 - 14:00
The Paw Patrol is coming to town!!
Join us at the Tavistock Memorial Hall, 3 Adam Street Tavistock, Ontario N0B 2R0, on December 7th from 9:00am- 2:00pm for our first ever Paw Patrol Breakfast Fundraiser and Vendor Market.
For Tickets, follow the link below:
https://tavistock-agricultural-society.square.site/

Annual Christmas Open House!
2024-12-08 12:00 - 17:00
Join us for our FREE Annual Christmas Open House.
Interact with the horses, take part in a centerpiece making workshop, enjoy some Christmas goodies and refreshments, do some Christmas shopping in our gift shop, and meet a few local vendors as well.
December 8th, 2024 from 12pm-5pm

Christmas Centerpiece Making
2024-12-08 12:00 - 17:30
Call all your friends, You need a Christmas centerpiece! Join us for a day of fun and a beautiful DIY.
Create a beautiful live floral Christmas centerpiece, and it’s just in time for your holiday table.
The event will kick off with our Annual Christmas Open House. This is a guided workshop where you can design your own epic masterpiece, and you can pick between 3 different time spots!

$55/ person +hst

Giving Thanks for the Full Moon with Elder Eric G Martin
2025-01-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-14 18:00 - 20:00
🌕Giving Thanks for the Full Moon with Elder Eric G. Martin: Releasing and Healing 🌕

Join us for a gathering under the full moon.

Elder Eric G. Martin will lead us in a practice inspired by the sweat lodge tradition, as we connect with the energy of the full moon and give thanks for the blessings in our lives.

The full moon is seen as a time for releasing negativity and inviting healing energy. We will gather around a sacred fire, share stories, offer prayers of gratitude, and participate in smudging.

This gathering is open to all who wish to connect with the wisdom of the full moon, experience the power of these teachings, and embrace the opportunity for release and healing.

Please bring an open heart

We look forward to sharing this special evening with you! ✨

Eric G. Martin is a North American Native of the Mohawk and Chippewa tribes of Six Nations Reserve, near Brantford, Ontario, Canada. His Native name is Gwiish Koshi Nodinin (Whispering Windz) member of the Bear Clan.

An artist who began stone carving in 1996, his work includes pipe making and ink printing, and can be found in private and public collections world-wide; most notably in Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto in their permanent viewing collection, a wampum belt in the Harbor Village Museum Collection in Grove, Oklahoma. His work can be found on the cover page design of Native Foods the Native Way book for the Ontario Agri-Food Education and Indian Agricultural Program of Ontario. The Six Nations Post Office uses a cancellation stamp of a Tree of Peace, which he designed.

ALL ARE WELCOME!
There is no admission fee for this event, but donations for our Elder are encouraged.

Reiki Level 1 Class
2025-01-25 09:30 - 18:30
In Level 1 you will be attuned to the power symbol (Cho Ku Rei) and be taught how to use it in many ways to help yourself and others. Once you have received a Reiki attunement, you will have the ability to perform Reiki for the rest of your life. You can never lose it.
One day class runs from 9:30am-6:30pm
You will learn:

History and benefits of Reiki
Five Reiki principles and the Gassho meditation
Cho Ku Rei Level I power symbol
Activation of Reiki energy
How to give others Reiki
Guidelines for all Reiki sessions
Energy cleansing
Meditation to meet your guides
Chakra basics and body systems
Canadian Reiki Association Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics and general guidelines
​and much more….

The Level I session will include a full day, hands on learning environment, the Reiki Level I attunement as well as practice time. You will receive a Reiki Level I Manual at the beginning of the class, and at the end, you will be given a course completion certificate.
$200 +hst ** $75 deposit required at time of booking. Deposits are non-refundable, but class dates can be changed

Stratford & Area Summer Camp Info Fair
2025-01-26 09:00 - 14:00
Come for the day, plan your entire summer!
Discover and organize all your children’s summer activities – all in one location! A place where Summer Camps & Summer Service Providers unite.
2nd Annual Stratford & Area Summer Camp Info Fair

Sunday, January 26th, 2025
9:00am – 10:00am – Student Job Fair
10:00am – 2:00pm – Summer Camp Info Fair

Stratford Country Club
55 Romeo St. N. Stratford N
Admission is FREE

BBBS Bowl for Kids' Sake
2025-02-08 15:00 - 16:30
🎳 Strike Out for Kids’ Sake! 🎳
Transitions Equine is lacing up our bowling shoes and hitting the lanes for Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake!
Join us on February 8th from3pm- 4:30pm at C&D Lanes as we support this incredible organization that empowers young people through mentorship.
Come cheer us on, make a donation, or even join our team! Every bit of support helps Big Brothers Big Sisters continue their amazing work in our community.
Let’s strike out for kids’ sake!

To donate: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/big-brothers-big-sisters-of-oxford-county/p2p/PFKS2025/team/transitions-equine-assisted-learning#participants

Private Birthday Party Event
2025-03-08 14:00 - 16:00

Private Birthday Party Event!!
2025-03-23 11:00 - 14:00

Oxford County Career Expo
2025-03-27 08:00 - 18:00
Meet with 150+ Employers on Location

By pre-registering with Community Employment Services, you position yourself as a preferred hire and ensure you’re fully prepared for success!

Gain exclusive access to a list of employers ready to hire and target the right opportunities just for you!

Worried about missing credentials? CES is here to help! Prepare now and gain the certifications you need to stand out.

Don’t miss your chance to shape your future! Register with CES today and unlock your path to success at the Oxford County Career Expo. Let’s connect before the expo — your journey starts here at CES Oxford!

Ponies & Pottery with The Kiln Room Woodstock
2025-04-26 18:00 - 21:00
Join us in welcoming back The Kiln Room Woodstock for our Signature Ponies and Pottery Events all season long!
Unleash your inner artist with Ponies & Pottery! 🎨🐴 This event combines the calming presence of horses with the joy of creative expression. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of pottery creation and connect with our gentle herd.
It’s the perfect way to de-stress and unwind.
Register at thekilnroomwoodstock@gmail.com
$110 +HST per person

Mother's Day Event
2025-05-10 13:00 - 16:00
Celebrate Mother’s Day in a Unique Way

Give Mom an unforgettable gift this year with our special Mother’s Day Experience at Transitions Equine Assisted Learning!

Join us for a magical afternoon where mothers and their loved ones can:• Connect with our gentle horses in a peaceful countryside setting• Experience the joy of horse-human bonding• Enjoy delicious charcuterie and refreshments• Create lasting memories through unique equine activities• Share meaningful moments in nature

No riding or horse experience necessary – our experienced facilitators will guide you every step of the way! This is a perfect opportunity to show Mom how special she is while trying something new together.Give the gift of connection this Mother’s Day!

Click below for Tickets:
https://transitionseq.setmore.com/class-session/a62de897-70fe-4a33-9cc8-bec8b079e4c2?fbclid=IwY2xjawJPuPVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeJhT8xDwzdwRB0CT8amMjm3kQ8_NCZlO-w36mSSZmLk_8bH5p5tb04w3g_aem_CHkv0nENDjlrq2-Mrf0iNw

Indigenous Blanket Exercise
2025-05-31 15:00 - 18:00
🌍 Join us for our 2025 Indigenous Blanket Exercise 🌍

We’re honored to host the Blanket Exercise, facilitated by the team from Kairos, a powerful learning experience rooted in Indigenous methodologies. This interactive event will help build a deeper understanding of our shared history as Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Through stepping onto blankets representing the land, participants will walk through the pivotal moments of pre-contact, treaty-making, colonization, and resistance — all while stepping into the roles of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

By engaging both emotionally and intellectually, the Blanket Exercise fosters empathy, connection, and reflection, empowering us all to better understand and engage with our collective past. 🤝💡

✨ Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and take part in this meaningful experience!

Pride Ponies & Pottery with The Kiln Room Woodstock
2025-06-07 18:00 - 21:00
🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈The Kiln Room Ceramic & Art Studio, Transitions Equine Assisted Learning and Oxford County Pride are excited to bring you a unique experience that combines pottery-making with the healing presence of therapeutic horses!
🗓 June 7th, 6 PM – 9 PM
📧 Register by email: thekilnroomwoodstock@gmail.com
This is a safe space and a 2SLGBTQAI+ inclusive event. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
During this three-hour experience, you’ll be guided through three different ceramic hand-building exercises. Two techniques will be taught inside the beautiful TEAL Clubhouse, and for the third, you’ll create a pinch-pot outdoors — immersed in the intuitive energy of the resident horses. 🐎
You can choose to either walk with the horses inside their pen or observe from a distance — whatever feels right for you. If you opt for a closer experience, Transitions facilitators will introduce you to the horses and guide you through a safety demo.
Pinch-pot making is a meditative hand-building practice, perfect for soothing your spirit and sparking your creativity.
By the end of the evening, you’ll have:
✨ Learned two pottery techniques
✨ Created 2–3 beautiful ceramic pieces
✨ Connected energetically with some majestic horses
✨ And maybe learn something new about yourself
👥 Space is limited to 16 participants — so grab your friends or come solo and meet a bunch of new, crafty people!
👶 Minimum age: 7 years old
(Youth aged 14 and under must attend with an adult.)
💲 Cost: $110 + HST per person
(includes all clay, glaze, firings, instruction — and, of course, horses!)
🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 Oxford Country Pride will be onsite with Pride goodies and giveaways!

Summer Solstice Sunrise Pipe Ceremony and Vendor Market
2025-06-21 06:00 - 14:00
🌞 Summer Solstice Sunrise Gathering
Start Time: 6:00 AM
Join us in welcoming the longest day of the year with intention, connection, and celebration.
Schedule of Events:🌅 6:00 AM – Sunrise Pipe Ceremony with Elder Eric G. MartinBegin the day in sacred ceremony, honouring the solstice through traditional teachings and shared reflection.
🥐 8:30 AM – Continental BreakfastEnjoy a light morning meal with community before the rest of the day’s offerings begin.
🛍️ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Vendor MarketSupport local makers and artisans offering handcrafted goods, wellness items, and more.
🐎 9:00 AM – Qigong with HorsesExperience gentle movement, breath, and mindfulness in harmony with our horse partners.
🧘‍♀️ 10:00 AM – Meditation with HorsesConnect deeply with self and spirit through a guided meditation alongside our healing herd.
All are welcome. Come for one part or stay for the day.

Two Row Day Camp
2025-07-11 09:00 - 16:00
Two Row Learning is a vibrant youth group under The Two Row Initiative, dedicated to fostering education and understanding of the 7 Sacred Teachings. Through monthly gatherings and immersive summer camps, youth engage in meaningful activities that promote respect, truth, courage, humility, honesty, wisdom, and love. Two Row Learning offers a safe and inspiring environment for participants to explore Indigenous culture, deepen their connection to the land, and build a foundation for unity and reconciliation.

ThunderFest
2025-07-12 16:00 - 23:00
🎉 Get Ready to Stomp Your Boots at ThunderFest! 🎉
Join us for a rip-roarin’ good time at ThunderFest, a charity event celebrating our founder’s 40th birthday and supporting the HART Hub Initiative for Oxford County!
Get ready for a charity event featuring:

🤠 Line Dancing: Starting at 8pm, Kick up your heels and learn some new moves with The Urban Cowboy Line Dancing!
🎸 Live Music: Tap your toes to the tunes of talented local musicians, and the one and only Jessie T.
😋 Food & Beverages: Enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks from local vendors.
🛍️ Vendor Market: Browse unique crafts and goodies from local artisans.
🐴 Hands-on Horse Experiences: Connect with our herd and meet the main man, Thunder himself, through interactive activities!

MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, support a great cause, and have a boot-scootin’ good time!

Summer Camp Ages 5-7
2025-07-14 09:00 - 2025-07-18 16:00
Set your kids up with the skills they need to be confident successful individuals.
Join us 9am-4pm daily. Please bring a lunch and snacks for the day. We will provide everything else for a fun and fulfilling week of horsing around!
We’re developing our young people into effective present and future leaders through fun and engaging horseplay!
Our unique program creates an experience to inspire our youth to reach their full potential and provide confidence and skills to help them overcome personal challenges and cope with the social pressures they face today.
Partnered with a horse, teams are encouraged to be creative, innovative, accept responsibility and accountability with which they will ultimately overcome barriers and achieve objectives. Through effective communication, participants recognize the value of trust, team work, respect and personal integrity to help guide them in their every day life.
Schedule Summer Camp by following the link below.
https://transitionseq.setmore.com/classes/15cbc906-f1da-4a51-a85d-d180c284fdd9
