Just Right Horsemanship

That’s a wrap on breaking in the 3yr olds at Smedley Station for 2026.
6 days, 7 horses, 7 cadets. An amazing week with good people and great horses.

Day 4,
First ride out this morning then shoes on this afternoon.

Day 3.
All the cadets are on, the horses are all going beautifully, lovely and soft.

A few pics from the first couple of days at Smedley Station starting the 3yo’s under saddle with the cadets.

🐴 Mangamahu Campdraft 2026 – Here We Go! 🐴

The details are starting to come together and we’re excited to finally share what we have planned for this year!

📅 21–22 November 2026
📍 Mangamahu Domain

We’ve got some exciting changes and additions this year, including new Campdraft classes, more Team Penning, a Friday Campdraft School, Saturday night entertainment and plenty more.

Entries open Monday!

⚠️ Numbers will be limited for both the Campdraft School and the Campdraft, so get your entries in early to avoid missing out.

Keep an eye on the page over the next few days for the full weekend schedule and entry information.

We can’t wait to welcome you back to Mangamahu! 🤎🐴

Happy Birthday to our horses here on the ranch.
Our horses aren’t just good mates they’re work tools aswell, and occasionally they get to go and compete 🏆
We love them.

Don’t look past this! Archie was a dream to break in and has turned into a real superstar.