We utilized Walnut Farm’s brokering services to find a suitable horse for our 15 year old daughter. We are pleased to provide a letter of recommendation for Clare Jackson, owner of Walnut Farm. Clare is a knowledgeable and trustworthy equine professional who will successfully guide you through her detailed process of rider assessment, locating, evaluating and transporting an appropriate prospect to achieve your riding goals.

Clare collaborates with you in a thoughtful, team-oriented way to develop a plan from start to finish and future development. It seems more and more service providers do not listen to the customer and only serve themselves. Clare defies this model. She listens and is attentive to your inputs. She is ever mindful of budget constraints and efficient with your time. Clare is an excellent communicator and no detail escapes her. She takes the time to explain every step of the process and answer every question so there are no surprises along the way.

Within the industry Clare has the competence, credibility, and an extensive network of contacts to locate a suitable horse that will match your abilities, temperament, and purpose. Because of Clare’s accomplishments and proficiency as a riding instructor and competitor, she was able to conduct a review of our daughter’s personality, riding abilities, and future goals. She developed profiles of 5 excellent horses that we were able to ride and assess in a very condensed out-of-state travel window. Only the rider’s preference distinguished the final choice among the 5 prospects, all of them were appropriate. She remains engaged after the sale and encourages consultation in the development and status of our horse.

Purchasing a horse is a significant investment of resources with potential for high stress and risk. Clare’s professionalism, competence, attention to detail, and communication skills ensures that your risk is significantly reduced and even a pleasurable experience. Her services are exceptional and exceeded our expectations. We enthusiastically recommend Clare Jackson to help you find your future prospect horse and fully intend to seek her services again in the future. Please contact us directly to discuss further.

I cannot express enough gratitude for Clare’s guidance throughout my equestrian journey. After growing up riding western, I made the switch to eventing in my late 30s. I started with my first horse, a Quarter Horse, and worked with my first trainer along the way.

When I bought my second horse, an off-track Thoroughbred that I found on my own, I thought I was on the right track. It was shortly after this purchase that I started riding with Clare.  After a year of working with Clare and my OTTB, I finally posed the question: “Is this truly working? What should I change about me?” Clare’s insightful response was that if I was questioning the partnership, then it likely wasn’t the right fit for longevity. I had never thought of the bond with my horse as a marriage until she used that analogy, which truly shifted my perspective.

Clare then assisted with finding my OTTB a new home while we searched for my next partner. Many conversations ensued, and I began to doubt whether another OTTB would be a good match for my personality and goals. However, Clare proved me wrong when she found my current partner, Big City Red (Kasey). Although he was further from home than I would have liked, and I didn’t have a chance to meet him before the purchase, Clare utilized her vast network to ensure that Kasey would be a great fit for me. She handled every aspect of the purchasing process, including arranging transportation for him.

Thanks to her expertise and support, I entered my first recognized event this year—an incredible milestone for me! Clare truly understands the unique bond between horse and rider, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking their next equine partner. She helped me find the perfect match for my riding style, and I am so grateful for her support.

Thank you, Clare!