Welcome to Plum Lake Event & Equestrian Center, where we offer a diverse range of riding opportunities tailored to riders of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re returning to the saddle after some time away with our Return to Riding or starting your equestrian journey through our Youth Summer Horse Camp, we provide the perfect environment to develop your riding skills. Our programs are designed to prepare students for both private and group lessons, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience with our knowledgeable instructor and well-trained horses. Join us at Plum Lake and discover the joy of riding in a supportive and welcoming community. Learn more here.
Horse Riding Lessons at Plum Lake
Whether you’re brand new to horses or ready to deepen your skills, Horse Riding Lessons at Plum Lake Event & Equestrian Center offer a welcoming, educational, and inspiring experience for all ages.
Meet Your Instructor: Penny Wahlgren
Penny brings over three decades of riding experience and a lifelong passion for horses to every lesson she teaches. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science with an Equine Emphasis from UW–River Falls, she also spent time as a zookeeper at the Indy Zoo, which reflects her lifelong dedication to animal care and education.
She specializes in Dressage and has taught riders from age 5 to 72, helping each student gain confidence, develop balance, and experience the joy of working with horses.
Penny believes in creating moments of connection and learning between horse and rider – and helping the student learn why things are done, and understanding “the why” of horse handling.
What You’ll Learn
Our riding lessons are grounded in:
- Safe, supervised horsemanship
- Hands-on horse leading, grooming and care
- Understanding horse anatomy, movement (gaits), and behavior
- Building a respectful partnership with your horse
- Dressage fundamentals for those ready to go deeper
Lessons are held on-site in a heated arena at Plum Lake Event & Equestrian Center in Sayner, WI, a peaceful setting that allows students to breathe deep, stay present, and fully enjoy their time in the barn.
Why Start with Lessons?
Even if you dream of owning your own horse, Penny encourages all young riders to first spend time with a variety of horses and learn from experienced instructors. As she shares:
” Alot of young students think they want a horse – but they don’t yet know how to care for one. Riding a variety of horses before owning one makes you a better rider.“
Lesson Details & Registration
Location: 8177 Plum Lake Station Road, Sayner, WI
Instructor: Penny Wahlgren
To Register: Call or text Penny directly at 715-892-2216
Or email: pwahlgren13@gmail.com
Spots are limited and often fill quickly – especially during the summer and fall months. We recommend reserving your lesson time in advance.
