Pine Crest Farm
About
Pine Crest Farm
The Farm
Est. 2014
Pine Crest Farm, established in 2014, is a premier horse boarding and horseback riding lesson facility. The farm boasts 25 stalls, multiple tack rooms, separate boarder and lesson horse areas, temperature controlled office with onsite laundry, all weather riding arena with lights, grass hacking fields, trails, multiple turnout fields, and so much more! Pine Crest Farm has personalized, hands-on, top quality care for you and your horse, and a close knit barn family for our riders of all ages for your rider! We pride ourselves in the exceptional care of our horses. When our horses are happy they perform at their highest level which ensures our riders are happy!
Pine Crest Farm is located on the same property as the Deep Run Hunt Club and Deep Run Horse Shows, making it a quick walk up the driveway to the show grounds for our riders.
Hilary Keller
owner and barn manager
As a lifelong equestrian, Hilary brings a wealth of knowledge to Pine Crest Farm. From knowing how to expertly care for our horses to tips in the show ring to riding out with the hounds, Hilary's experiences have taught her how to create happy healthy horses and nurture a well rounded equestrian. Hilary created Pine Crest Farm with the well rounded equestrian in mind and strove to create a barn that allows riders to hone their skills and become even better horsemen! You can often find Hilary riding out with her two great danes, Penny and Bella, trailing not to far behind!
Our Team
It takes a village with horses and ours is pretty great!
Nadine Rischmeyer
Head Riding Instructor
Horses have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have been in the saddle since I was five years old and spent 15 years as a competitive vaulter as well. With 28 years of riding experience, horses have always been more than just a hobby — they are a true passion and a big part of who I am.
I grew up riding in Germany, Munich where I competed in show jumping at the advanced level. My training has always been built on a strong foundation of dressage, because I believe that balance, communication, and a solid basic education are the key to every successful horse and rider partnership.
One of my specialties is working with young horses — starting them under saddle, developing their education, and preparing them for their first shows. I particularly enjoy bringing along young horses and helping them become confident, willing, and successful partners.
I have two mares. One -April Queen- is enjoying an early retirement and remains in Germany, while my Oldenburg Showjumping mare Go Magic Queen came with me to Virginia two years ago. She has been a wonderful partner throughout my journey here in the U.S.
I moved from Germany to Warrenton, Virginia, two years ago and have been living in Richmond with my husband, Mike, since February.
Outside of the barn, life is currently wonderfully busy with our ten-month-old daughter, Robin, our Australian Shepherd/Saluki mix, Tashi, and our Golden Retriever Tycho.
As an instructor, my goal is simple: I want my students to learn, improve, and have fun while doing it. I believe riding should be challenging enough to keep you growing, but enjoyable enough to make you look forward to your next ride.
Learn. Ride. Have fun. Become a better partner for your horse.
