About Us

The Riders Up! program was created to help parents have an affordable option for activities for their children. As we were building our regular lesson program, it quickly became apparent that the cost of lessons was out of reach financially for many families. We created this program for the children who have a passion for horses, but not necessarily the means to pursue it, and the children who need a dependable friend and therapist in the form of a horse. Lake Fork Stables is the only facility in Northeast Texas offering the Horse Boy Method for children on the autism spectrum. We have since expanded our program offerings to older adults as well, helping them find joy in the journey of life.

Our mission is to provide children and adults with the opportunity to learn not only how to ride but also horsemanship, horse care, and stable management while providing off-the-track Thoroughbreds with careers after racing.