Stepping Stones Farm & Retreat Center

Where Heritage Meets Harmony and Moments Matter

19 Putnam Road, Temple, New Hampshire 03084

OUR BIG NEWS: THE FARM IS NOT FOR SALE!!

We’re continuing!

We’re growing!

We're thrilled!

We’ve made a joyful and unanimous decision about the future of Stepping Stones. We are here to stay for the foreseeable future.

My health is amazing and the business is thriving. Our fantastic staff continues to work diligently and with commitment. Thanks to them, the property is looking better than ever.

Our horse herd is growing and exciting ideas abound. My heart is both at peace and on fire about the future of our historic farm as we continue our generational legacy as a community Gathering Place.

It is the Year of the Fire Horse so how could we stop now! Clearly, God is not yet finished with the work of this farm! This decision allows us to expand what we love most — welcoming people, horses, and meaningful experiences to the farm.

OUR COMMITMENT

We remain devoted to exceptional hospitality, hosting:

Family reunions
Wedding lodging
Wellness and business retreats
Equine clinics and workshops
Holiday gatherings

Visit our refreshed website. Stay tuned for our announcement!

Give us a call and come visit!

Our professional team is ready to make your stay safe, memorable, and delightful.

Here are just a few of the ways this next chapter is already coming to life.

Wisdom Horse, our Equine Experiential Leadership and Wellness Program, is expanding in 2026.

With the Lodge, historic barn, meeting spaces, indoor arena, and extensive equine facilities, the farm is the ideal home for this work.

We offer three core programs:

Personal & Family Wellness
Business & Organizational Leadership & Teambuilding
Children & Youth Services

With 10 –12 horses, 8 credentialed facilitators, and 10 equine specialists, we design tailored equine experiences for individuals, families, teams, and organizations.

We'll be launching our new website soon!

In the meantime, email us if you want more information.

HORSES & HEALING SYMPOSIUM

May 15-17, 2026

Our First Annual Horses & Healing Symposium will feature 22 speakers from across the U.S., Australia, and England presenting 30 sessions on the transformational power of horses.

Designed for:

Those new to equine-assisted work
Therapists, educators, and coaches
Riding instructors and barn owners

Learn how this work creates change, supports horse wellbeing, and builds sustainable programs.

Details & Registration

New England Premier of
“RESCUED HEARTS” Documentary

Saturday, May 16th

The highlight of the Symposium is the New England premiere of Rescued Hearts on Saturday, May 16 at the Peterborough Players in Peterborough NH.

Dana Croschere and Krisanna Sexton, the producers of this extraordinary film will introduce the film and host a reflection session afterwards.

The documentary beautifully captures real-time healing sessions with foster youth, veterans, inmates, cancer survivors, and families—followed by expert insight into how and why the healing happens.

You do not need to attend the Symposium to attend the film. It may be the best $25 you spend.

Watch "Rescued Hearts" trailer

RIDING & VAULTING LESSONS RETURN

Pam Falkins of Renaissance Farm is bringing her exceptional training program to Stepping Stones.

She will offer:

Dressage lessons (youth & adult)
Limited horse training opportunities
Vaulting (gymnastics on horseback) for beginner through advanced levels
Residential Vaulting Summer Camps
Clinicians will also visit for special training days

Learn More: Renaissance Farm Center for the Equestrian Arts

Wild & Wise Women's Wellness Retreat

June 4-7

Calm Leadership with Horses

A retreat for high-achieving women who need a calmer way to lead their lives.

An intentionally small retreat limited to 8 women.

June 4-7

Stepping Stones Farm & Retreat Center

Back by popular demand, this intimate retreat — co-hosted with Bettyann Cernese — supports high-achieving women ready to rest, reset, and reconnect. You deserve this pause!

Enjoy:

Unmounted equine experiential sessions
Private lodging in the cozy Lodge
Delicious, healthy meals
Grace Trail & Labyrinth Walks
Sound Bathing in the pool
Time to reconnect with yourself

Give yourself the gift of Wild & Wise. Spots are limited.

Learn more and register

SPRING EVENTS

Saturday, April 11

1–4 PM FREE Community Open House

Meet Pam Falkins and her horses. Learn more about Wisdom Horse. Enjoy an Art show, craft fair, farm tours, photos with farm animals, meet the minis, food truck, and more. Rain or shine (Indoor Arena)

Saturday, April 18

Granite State Carriage Association Spring Driving Day

Expert, Sue Rogers will present harness safety, etiquette, and driving practice. Free and open to the public.

Friday, May 15 – Sunday, May 17

1st Annual Horses & Healing Symposium

https://symposium2026.my.canva.site for all the details!

Thursday, June 4 – Sunday, June 7

Wild & Wise Women’s Wellness Retreat

Learn more and register

JOIN US THIS SEASON

Plan a weekend getaway at the historic Homestead of Lodge with friends or family.
Bring your horses and friends to enjoy time together.
Vacation on the farm this summer.
Take riding or vaulting lessons.
Book a Wisdom Horse session.
Schedule a retreat or team-building day.
Board your horse (2 spots available in April).
Plan your holiday party at the Lodge.
Give us a call and come visit!