Our Team
Meet the Waimapu Mill Horse Trekking Team.
We have a range of horses used for both guiding and hiring.
Moose
Moose is our big boss man. Due to his size he can take most riders. Moose is our big goofball and is currently on the bench recovering from injury.
Favourite food: Anything in a bucket.
Venus
Venus is one of our lead horses. She is a soft, sensitive girl who loves head rubs.
Favourite food: Not fussed as long as it comes with a pat.
Amber
Amber is our chestnut pony. She’s our back of the pack plodder.
Favourite food: Oddfellow mints.
Chilli
Chilli has a very quiet, gentle nature. She has a medical condition and we have decided to retire her from riding.
Favourite food: Gum nuts.
Daisy
Daisy is the herd princess and loves a cuddle. Daisy is currently on the bench as moral support until her feet are feeling a bit better.
Favourite food: Carrots.
Hang
Hang is our solid old man. Known for looking after any rider, he is the stoick rock for our herd.
Favourite food: Carrots.
Midge
Midge is the nosiest and hungriest of the herd. First to the gate, Midge is everyone’s best friend.
Favourite food: Whatever’s in your pocket.
Jackie
Jackie is one of your guides.
Main mount: Amber
Matt
Matt is one of your guides.
Main mount: Venus
Atlas
Atlas is the herd baby. She is a Kaimanawa who was mustered from the wild as a yearling. Atlas is head of PR and will welcome you in return for scratches.
Favourite food: Whatever you are willing to present.
Weight Sizes for our horses
It always feels a bit exposing when you are asked to provide a body weight range when organising an experience.
We totally understand this, however, all our horses are very different in size and weight and this means not every horse can take every rider.
When booking your experience we ask you to select which weight range you are in to pair you with the right horse. This will make the experience a heap better for both you and your horse.
Fire
Fire is an older Kaimanawa mare who has joined our herd for smaller riders.
Favourite food: Whatever is in your pocket.
