Training
Groundwork
We teach all horses that come through our program to be easily caught in the pasture, comfortably stand for the farrier and vet, and any other basic handling that will be needed in their life.
Trailer Loading
One of our specialties is the ability to teach any horse to load and unload with any trailer with little effort. Horses will also gain experience traveling off property for trail rides and other arena work.
Colt starting
We have successfully started hundreds of horses ranging from untouched American Mustangs to registered American Quarter horses. We use many different methods for starting under-saddle, all of which are dependent on the horse and their individual needs
Advanced Skills
At LambFarm horses, we pride ourselves on our show horses and their skills. Each horse will leave our training program with some of our most useful drills, along with any special requests you may have. These may include showing, obstacles, trick training, and trail riding
Meet the trainers- James Lamb
Owner, Operator, Trainer
“James Lamb specializes in Western Pleasure and Ranch Riding. He completed a two-year intensive certification under Matt Gable, a John Lyons Certified Trainer. James was a top ten finalist in the 2015 Extreme Mustang Makeover in Georgia, where he was also the Silver Bullet Champion. He has coached five North Carolina State 4-H Horse Show champions and multiple reserve champions. LambFarm Horses offers individual training programs specialized for both the horse and rider.
James has developed a reputation for creating a learning environment where both horses and riders thrive. His training philosophy focuses on building trust and communication between horse and rider, ensuring that each partnership reaches its full potential. LambFarm Horses, nestled in the foothills of North Carolina, provides a serene setting, making it an ideal location for learning and personal growth. Whether training for competitions or simply improving riding skills, James tailors his programs to fit the unique needs of every horse and rider.”
Meet the trainers- Lily Drake
Head Trainer
Lily Drake has over fifteen years of riding experience and more than seven years as a trainer. She has successfully started over one hundred horses, taking many to competitive heights. Her achievements include placing in the top ten nationally in both ASHA Green Horse and ASHA Open Trail competitions. During her youth, Lily earned numerous district, state, and regional titles in 4-H competitions, all on previously unhandled and unstarted horses. Known for her strong work ethic, Lily is skilled at working with horses across various disciplines, such as ranch riding, western pleasure, hunt seat, groundwork, and trick training.
Meet the trainers- Jessica Carswell
Apprentice Trainer
Jessie grew up surrounded by horses. She has been training them for three years. Currently, she is an apprentice in the internship program at Lamb Farm Horses under the guidance of Lily Drake, the head trainer, and James Lamb, the owner and trainer. Jessie took on the challenge of starting her own wild, untouched Mustang, working diligently to develop it for competition. Specializing in Western Pleasure, Ranch Riding, and some Stock Horse Riding, she has a fearless passion for horses and is dedicated to helping them become their best selves.”
