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Like the birds, we are always careful to build a stong nest and we are looking for the best materials to build our nest with.
That's why we appreciate donations year around. You don't have to wait for a special holiday, we will always carefully nurture and protect your investment in FENCE so it will continue to grow and serve its mission now and into the future. Thank You!
FENCE offers 384 acres of hardwood forest, meadow, and wetland for hikers, birdwatchers, gardeners, astronomers. Our entire property is protected by a conservation easement, so it will always be available for future generations. During the school year, some eight thousand elementary and junior high school students join our Project FENCE natural history curriculum.
FENCE TROT Program
FENCE is proud to offer TROT, a therapeutic riding program teaching horsemanship skills to adults and children with physical, developmental and cognitive challenges in a safe, friendly and supportive environment.
FENCE Equestrian Center
The FENCE Equestrian Center has gained a reputation as one of the finest facilities of its kind in the Southeast. With permanent stabling for over 300 horses in eleven barns, all-weather footing in three lighted showrings (including a covered arena), on-site parking and spectator seating, the Equestrian Center hosts events in all disciplines year-round.
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- Upcoming Events
- Free Concert featuring Tina & Her Pony FENCE is kicking off 2026 with our first free concert of the year! January's concert will feature local musician Tina Collins of Tina & Her Pony. Join us for an afternoon of great music, following the performance attendees are encouraged to stick around for light refreshments and conversation! Jan 25, 2026 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
- Winter Bird Walk Birders of all levels are welcome. Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring along binoculars if you have them. Feb 19, 2026 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Concert with The Moon & You Join us for an afternoon of great music, following the performance attendees are encouraged to stick around for light refreshments and conversation! Feb 22, 2026 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
- Harmon Classics Mar 06, 2026 - Mar 08, 2026
- Barrel Race Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
- Recent News
- We’re excited to introduce our new online donation page for FENCE! : Donating is now easier and more secure than ever. Our donation platform is powered by Stripe, a trusted and industry-leading payment processor that uses advanced encryption and security measures to protect your personal and financial information. We are deeply committed to safeguarding your donation and ensuring every contribution is used responsibly to support FENCE programs, land stewardship, and community impact. 👉 Donate here: https://donate.stripe.com/28E7sM6PF9rp6TWdZu0Jq00 Thank you for helping us continue this important work. đź’š Read more…
- Grant Support for Bathroom Renovations : FENCE is excited to share that the bathroom renovation project was supported in part by a grant from the Samuel and Stephanie White Fund at the Polk County Community Foundation. The renovated bathrooms will be ADA compliant and available for use during all events at FENCE, including community events, private events, and FENCE-hosted events. Combined with the updated walkway and new retaining wall, these improvements provide a safe and welcoming entrance for all attendees. Read more…
- Free Community Yoga Classes at FENCE : The Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE) invites the community to enjoy Free Yoga every Friday at 9:30 AM. These weekly sessions are open to all skill levels—beginners and experienced participants alike are encouraged to join. Read more…
- FENCE Receives Support from the Kirby Endowment Fund at the Polk County Community Foundation : Read more…
- THANK YOU : Thank you to the Kirby Endowment Fund at Polk County Community Foundation for helping maintain our trails. With the help of our volunteers, we can keep our 5.5 miles of walking/hiking trails clean and ready for visitors each day. Maintenance on the trails is crucial to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Read more…
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