Riga Meadow was started in May, 2004 with long time horse professional, Linda Bushnell joining forces with Jackie Merwin, long time business woman. Together, with many devoted horse owners, on such an incredible property, Riga was born. (see detailed descriptions below).
Linda is a life-long lover of horses and quality horse care and truly committed to making Riga a fun, happy place to be—for horse and rider! Linda is the managing partner, who supervises and coordinates the care of horses and overall barn management. She also provides daily lessons to adults and children and exercises and trains horses on behalf of their owners. Her beloved dog, Blue, is always at her side.
Jackie is the business partner, party and event planner, and flower arranger. She, too, is committed to maintaining a fabulous atmosphere, fun events, Olympian-level clinicians and high quality events. She keeps her horse Copper at Riga, and sometimes her sweet black lab, Sadie.
If you have any questions about our services or facility, or have suggestions, please either call us at 860 435 9991 or email Linda or Jackie at rm-info@rigameadow.com.
Details About Us
Linda Bushnell,
Managing Partner
Becky Hartmann-Berrier ,
Horse Management,
Barn Manager,
Resident on Site
Haylee Fisher,
Assistant Manager and Events Coordinator
Jackie Merwin,
Partner
Phone: 860 435 9991
Fax: 860 435 4606
email: rm-info@rigameadow.com
Linda Bushnell, Managing Partner, Trainer & Instructor.
Linda is Riga Meadow’s primary trainer and instructor. Linda has been an owner and instructor of an equestrian facility for over 30 years, most recently opening the spectacular Riga Meadow Equestrian Center located in Salisbury, Connecticut in 2004.
As a junior rider, Linda competed in the Hunter and Jumper ‘A” circuit, and evented through training level. Among her accomplishments, she has students that have risen to Grand Prix Jumper and high level eventing. Linda is most well known for her riding programs for children and adults, teaching safe riding and quality horse care.
Linda has been over many years a dedicated member and officer of the Lakeville Pony Club—a part of the USPC.
Riga Meadow prides itself on its warm, friendly and fun atmosphere, with barbecues, clinics, and great trail rides. We invite you to join us!