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"We strive to provide a safe
and fun environment for you and your horse"
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In 1992, Neal
Simon purchased and completely
renovated the property now known
as The Western Connection. The goal was to provide
a comfortable first class
facility for both horse and
rider. Recognizing the need for
full time, on site professional
horse and farm management, Dave
and Kris Strain came aboard to
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Dave and Kris
Strain, Managers of Western
Connection |
Since its inception, Dave and
Kris have called The Western
Connection their home. As farm
managers, they take great pride
in the constant upkeep and
maintenance of the facility. As
professional horse people, that same
sense of pride extends itself to
the service and care of each and
every horse boarded at Western
Connection.
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Dave is a 3rd
generation horseman whose unique
exposure began over thirty years
ago at his family’s horse sale
business. His many talents and
horse experience are as
diversified as there are number
of horse breeds. His sensitive
understanding, patience and
capacity to bond with horses
easily translates in to a
successful training program as
well as co-managing the entire
facility with his wife Kris. |
Neal
Simon, Owner
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Surrounding herself with family,
friends and horses has been the
recipe for Kris’ happiness.
Raising three children on the
Western Connection has been a
key element in achieving a
positive, friendly environment
on the farm. Kris’ professional
attention to detail in horse
care, knowing each horse
individually, gives the insight
to the needs of each horse at
Western Connection.
All members of the Western
Connection management team and
its boarders enjoy casual summer games sponsored by
the farm and in general the
non-competitive, relaxed
environment at Western
Connection. As a longtime
community family, Dave and Kris
are members of the Horse Council
of Granby and along with their
children have three times
received the Council’s Special
Recognition Award for their
volunteered service and
community efforts.
Together, Neal, Dave and Kris’
goal is to provide a safe and
fun environment for both you and
your horse. |
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"Our
ranch offers the best boarding in Connecticut"
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