EBONY OAKS FARM

Welcome to Equestrian Excellence

A premier, full-service dressage training and boarding facility in beautiful northern Minnesota

Our Services

A learning atmosphere emphasizing education and horse welfare

Boarding

Get peace of mind knowing your horse lodges at a top regional facility. Stalls and turnouts are available on a limited basis. Contact us now to find out how you can get on the waitlist.

Training (Equine)

Part- and full-time training programs available for equine athletes. Each horse determines his/her individual training levels and abilities. Our training program is designed for sport horses and warmbloods, but all breeds are welcome.

Training (Rider)

We are dedicated to helping each rider and horse partnership achieve their best together. Rider training focuses heavily on education, self-mastery, and techniques to better recognize, respond to, and engage with our equine partners.

Judging & Clinics

A lifelong horse lover, Jenevieve Hofsommer is passionate about promoting good horsemanship in the sport of dressage. She is a USDF bronze and silver medalist and a 2020 graduate of the USDF L program. She enjoys judging shows and holding clinics to help riders and their horses achieve their goals.

About Ebony Oaks

Ebony Oaks Farm is based on the legacy of two horses: Ebony and Oakie. Each of these childhood horses, individually owned by Jenevieve and Cody Hofsommer, inspired their commitment to an equestrian way of life in their early years. Ebony Oaks Farm represents the ongoing, lifelong investment Jenevieve and Cody have made to implementing quality stewardship and high standards for the horses and riders in their care.

Client Testimonials

“Jen is an expert horsewoman whose first priority is the horse's welfare. She is a patient, encouraging, and enthusiastic instructor who adapts to her students' needs.”
- Lisa P.
“Ebony Oaks Farm is the most comfortable boarding available in our area. The property is safe, the herds are integrated well, and there is always fresh, clean water and great quality hay. The amenities are perfect for the year-round rider!”
- Becky L.
“Jen has a good understanding of each horse as an individual, and works to create a training program, tailored to each horse’s learning style. My mare Ava, lacked the coordination to canter well in the pasture, when I brought her to Ebony Oaks. Jen trained her through the Prix St. George level.”
- Loy G.