Let’s face it, some of our lesson horses are really funny.

We all know that Bilbo was a stand up comedian in a former life, and that, according to the academy campers, Bee was meant to be a bartender in New Jersey named Betty.

They told us their April Fools Jokes, and we think you'll agree with most of their ideas.

The biggest group of lesson horses to band together is ‘the nappers.’

You know, they’re the one whose afternoons ignore rule #1, which is ‘No napping after grooming.’

Earl, Fred, Hugo, Pumpkin, Sherman and Vaughn would stand at attention for the entire afternoon. We’d all know something was up.

‘Wayward Thomas’ would trot directly to his stall from the pasture.

Sparky would trot in to his stall, and not trot around the barn, or out to the ‘big’ pasture to relive his glory days.

Leon would TRY to be disagreeable in the arena.

Poppy would extend peace and love to all her co-workers. No blinkers required.

Sport would just say no to taffy.

Beau would trot like the wind in the arena.

Bee would perform finals level patterns with patience.

Whatever you're up to today, we hope it's full of Spring fun!

What’s Coming Up?

Happy Easter!

We’re closed this Sunday, and lessons have been rescheduled.

Online Store Opens!

April 6

From April 6-22, you can purchase your Woodwear from the comfort of your own home. We have a great selection of attire and bags in lots of colors so you can show your creativity. And yes, our signature jacket is included!

Here's the link so you can browse ahead of store opening.

Bridlespur Society Horse Show

April 9-11

National Equestrian Center, St Louis, MO

Our show horses are off to their first show of 2026!

IASPHA Spring Show

April 10-12

Beyond Stable Farm, Woodstock, IL

Our academy team is heading to their first event of the year.

We’ll be showcasing both super experienced academy riders, and some riders who are making their academy debuts. It’s going to be a great weekend, please join us!

Knockout Street Clean Up

April 25 at 1:00 PM

All Knockouts are invited to join fellow club members for our first service project of the year. You can sign up and fill out a permission slip from the City of Delafield in the school barn lounge.

Stay for the Knockout meeting at 2:30 PM!

UPHA Chapter 10 Spring Show

May 2-3

Beyond Stable Farm, Woodstock, Illinois

Our academy team is returning to our favorite place for another show. We’ll introduce another couple of riders to the ring for the first time, and showcase some of more experienced riders, too.

Mom’s Day Ride

May 9 at 6:00 PM

Knollwood Moms, this one’s for you!

Enjoy an introductory group lesson with your Knollwood Kid as your helper.  We’ll start signups on April 15.

Knollwood Spring Show

May 15-17

Our first fun-filled weekend of home horse showing!

Patterns start at 6:00 PM on Friday night, our Saturday performance starts at 10:00 AM in the big outdoor ring, and Sunday begins at 10:00 AM in the little outdoor arena.

We're thrilled to announce that Hintz Giuffre CPAS are sponsoring our concession stand at the spring show. 

We’re always looking for volunteers to help us run a fun weekend. You’ll meet some really fun families, and make some new friends when you join in. You can sign up here.

Horses’ Day Off

Monday, May 18

The best lesson horses in the world will enjoy a day of rest after show weekend. All lessons will be credited.

Madison Classic Horse Show

May 21-24

New Holland Pavillion, Madison WI

It’s the first show of 2026 where our show horses and academy team will be competing at the same event.

Madison is always a show with horses from near and far, and you’ll see talented horses and riders in action.

Please join us!

Memorial Day

Monday, May 25

We will not be holding lessons, and your instructor will arrange a makeup.

See you soon at the barn!