WoodWind Farm Lessons and Events
School Barn, 2910 S. Justen Road, McHenry, IL 60050
About
WoodWind Farm Lessons and Events offers lessons and events for all ages and skill sets, from tiny-tots to riders who have already shown. The program includes Tiny Tot Program, Small Fry Program, Horse Lover’s Camp, Days of Riding, birthday parties, scouting events, Kid’s Ride Nights, and adult Wine and Ride Nights.
Programs
- Lessons and Events — All ages and skill sets; tiny-tots to those who have already shown · Lessons held all year; after-school lesson hours Tuesday 3:30 pm-7:00 pm, Wednesday 3:30 pm-7:30 pm, Thursday 4:30 pm-7:30 pm (advanced lessons), Saturday 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Tiny Tot Program — Ages 3-5 · $35
- Small Fry Program — Ages 5-6 · $40
- Horse Lover’s Camp — For riders 6-14 years of age · 9:00 am-3:00 pm; Session 1 Tuesday, June 10th-Thursday, June 12th; Session 2 Tuesday, June 17th-Thursday, June 19th; Session 3 Tuesday, July 15th-Thursday, July 17th
- Days of Riding — 10:00 am-2:00 pm
- Birthday Parties — Time slots available after lessons on Saturdays
- Scouting Events
- Kid’s Ride Nights
- Advanced Adult Wine and Ride Nights
- Beginner Adult Wine and Ride Nights
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
- Price range: $35–$40
- General schedule: Lessons are held all year. Lessons are held later in the day to accommodate training horses or camps in the mornings.
- Facility hours: 2025 Lesson Hours: Tuesday 3:30 pm-7:00 PM; Wednesday 3:30 pm-7:30 PM; Thursday 4:30 pm-7:30 PM; Saturday 9:00 am-3:00 PM; Monday and Friday closed; Sundays closed
About the provider
WoodWind Farm was established in 1980. It is a family run and student oriented saddleseat riding facility that caters to all ages and skill sets. Bonnie Kittredge and Megan Kittredge are the owners and trainers, and Amanda Isoda is the caretaker. Bonnie Kittredge was inducted as a 2009 Hall of Fame Instructor of the Year, and Bonnie and Megan Kittredge have over 100 years of combined experience in the American Saddlebred industry. Staff combined has over 120 years of experience.
No rider will be allowed to ride in shorts, skirts, dresses or open toed shoes/sandals. All students must wear riding helmets, boots and pants after 4 lessons. Cancellation requires 6 hours notice by phone, text, or email. No refunds under any circumstances. Missed lessons can be made up six days a week. Returned checks incur a $25 fee. A current credit card on file is required for current riders as of 2022.
Last updated August 22, 2026.
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