About Us
For centuries, the horse has been a symbol of strength, endurance and vitality.
From observing herd dynamics and establishing trust to being present and undistracted, horses require our full attention. In return, they teach us how to approach challenges, gain perspective and manage pressure.
At Hickory Top Farm, our mission is transforming health and well-being through the horse-human relationship. Learning to connect, care for and communicate with horses encourages people of all ages to develop tools to live a healthier and well-balanced life.
We invite you to come along for the ride.
Welcome to Hickory Top Farm.
Hickory Top Farm is an 80-acre horse farm in Eastover South Carolina. The farm has served generations of horse lovers since its establishment in 1970 and recently became the permanent home to Carolina Therapeutic Riding.
Our team is working to establish Hickory Top Farm as a center of excellence in horsemanship, serving riders of all abilities across the Midlands.
We transform health and well-being through the horse-human relationship.
Meet Hickory Top Farm’s team.
OUR STAFF
Amanda Malanuk, MS, CTRI
Executive Director
Andrea Clark
Director of Equine Assisted Learning
Lindsay Emmons, CTRI
Director of Therapeutic Horsemanship
Sally Braden, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Director of Counseling
Lynn Dobbs
Equine Wellness Manager
Laura Wright
Volunteer Coordinator
Ronnie Gregory
Facilities Manager
Jessica Baugh
Master of Social Work Intern
OUR HERD
Joy
Rutledge
Wally
WeeBiscuit
TC
Tango
WeeBiscuit
TC
Hickory Top Farm Board of Directors
Ansel Bunch
First Vice President, CBRE
Stacy Stokes, CPA
Shareholder Bauknight, Pietras & Stormer, P.A.
Matt Shaffer
Senior Vice President at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Tyler Hudson
Executive Director Wholesale Commercial Real Estate
Jane Suggs
Community Leader
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