12211 S. La Grange RD. Palos Park, IL * (708) 361-7977 * fitzjoy1@yahoo.com
We had a great turn-out for our Saddle Up! event yesterday. Thanks to everyone who collected money, volunteered and brought pot luck. We'll have a tally soon of the money that was raised!
What is Saddle Up For St. Jude?"Saddle Up for St. Jude" is a fun, family-oriented fundraising event based around horseback riding that raises money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Typically, a Saddle Up event consists of a trail ride, but can be other equestrian events. Horse enthusiasts and the general public alike, have joined together to hold Saddle Up events across the country to help in the hospital’s fight against childhood cancer & other catastrophic diseases.
Fitzjoy Farm is the premier stable of the southwest Chicago area and is adjacent to 12,000 acres of Cook County Forest Preserves for boarders and students enjoy.
Our facility is second to none and features many amenities for horse and rider. Turn out pens, convenient trail access, indoor wash rack and professional training staff are just a few.
We also feature a 300' X 65' indoor arena with heated viewing room as well as 300' X 150' lighted outdoor arena and regulation dressage pen.
It's A Pleasure Horseback Riding offers riding lessons for all ages and a youth association that builds leadership skills, teamwork, and equine-related skills.