Granite State Adaptive

12/19/2025

A horse never asks who you were yesterday.
It doesn’t care about mistakes, regrets, or the version of yourself you wish you had been.

It meets you exactly as you are today.

Tired or hopeful.
Strong or uncertain.
Whole or a little broken.

And in that moment, there is no pressure to perform or pretend.
You are simply allowed to exist.

Being with a horse feels like starting over —
not because everything is suddenly better,
but because for once, you don’t have to carry your past into the present.

The horse doesn’t need it.
And maybe… neither do you.

12/19/2025

Please vote for this “friend of Granite State Adaptive!”
Guess who is up for Friesian of the Year!!?? TKJ's very own "Bonterra Vorstin!! " (barn name.)
Voting just opened, and anyone can vote. Just click on the link below and vote! In January the winner of Horse of the Year will be announced. As you may remember, last year TKJ Horse "Remy Martin" won Horse of the Year, and Ted Kop Jansen (TKJ Horses) having another horse nominated is a great honor and speaks to the quality of friesian that Ted Kop Jansen keeps at his stable.
Bonterra Farm is proud to be associated / sponsor with TKJ Horses... Ted and Elise have the most amazing friesians and have dedicated their lives to the breed.
Here is the link to vote. You can vote if it shows the Dutch language - the horse is listed as "Vorstin A van de Heemstede". If you click on the English language version on the site, the horse is listed as "Princess A van de Heemstede".
So vote for our gal!! She's a real beauty and a very special friesian. Thanks to those who go in and vote - so appreciated!

Het rijtje genomineerde Friese paarden voor de prestigieuze titel Paard van het Jaar 2025 is langer dan ooit. Een groot compliment aan fokkers, eigenaren en sporters die met deze negen genomineerden een bijdrage hebben geleverd aan de promotie van de...

12/18/2025

Love skiing or snowboarding? Want to make a difference? ❄️
We’re looking for volunteers for our adaptive snowsport program this season. Join us on the mountain and help create unforgettable experiences! ⛷️🏂

12/09/2025

Freezing temps and snow aren't slowing us down! Progress on the indoor is underway!! ❄️

12/07/2025

Fresh powder snow isn’t just great on the mountain 🏔️ 🎿⛷️
In the Winter when the ground freezes, many horses enjoy a nice fluffy snow (without ice) to move and play in. Just remember to pick their hoof snowballs!

12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday - Help Us Build a Sensory Trail!

Your support will help create a sensory rich trail that engages sight, sound, touch and movement.

The Sensory Trail will offer an interactive experience designed to engage all five senses, providing a nature-based journey unlike anything found within a traditional arena. This unique trail invites participants to travel on horseback or by foot, exploring a series of curated stations. A sensory trail combines natural and manmade elements. Along the path, riders and walkers will encounter several different stations. For riders, going outside of the arena for a loop around the barn can be a whole new experience! Every element of the Sensory Trail encourages planned interaction with nature and active sensory engagement.

https://www.facebook.com/donate/841017144946986

12/01/2025

𝗔 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽!🏗️❄️
This progress is possible because of the steady support of our community, and we’re grateful for everyone who’s helped us get to this point. We’re excited for the year ahead and all the opportunities this new space will create. More updates to come as the build continues!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Granite State Adaptive herd! 🦃🐴
We’re so thankful for every student, volunteer, family, and supporter who’s joined our herd and helped create this incredible community.

11/20/2025

𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙂𝙎𝘼 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙪𝙧𝙚? 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙘𝙠 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙊2𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙢!

The O2Compost System utilizes 𝘼𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜. Using an electric blower, airflow is induced through the pile to maintain aerobic conditions at all times. The oxygen stimulates the microorganisms that are already in the mix, and their by-product is heat. In a properly operated compost system, pile temperatures are sufficient to pasteurize the raw material and dramatically reduce offensive odors. High temperatures also destroy fly larvae and w**d seeds. This means that the result of this process is safe, high-quality soil enhancement that supports healthy plant growth.

𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙢 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧?
* Mitigates impacts to surface and ground water resources
* Produces high quality compost in 30 - 60 day
* Eliminates pathogens, parasites, and w**d seeds
* No odors, no impact to air quality, reduced volatile organic compounds and greenhouse gases
* No Vectors like rodents, flies, and birds
* No pile turning. Greatly reduced cost of labor, fuel, and equipment use / maintenance

Check out the O2Compost website to learn more! https://www.o2compost.com/

11/19/2025

https://www.conwaydailysun.com/community/obituaries/obituary-hunter-sterling-sampson/article_687429c8-5b2c-4494-aa97-bb3618f1e385.html

Thank you to Hunter's family for considering Granite State Adaptive for donations in Hunter's memory. He is truly missed by his GSA friends.

​It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hunter Sterling Sampson at the age of 27. He died of accidental respiratory failure on Nov. 9, 2025. Hunter