meet the pecks

Tamatha is a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.), providing equine-assisted services (EAS) to people with disabilities. She also holds an English/Western Instructor (EWI) Certification through the Certified Horsemanship Association.

Tamatha has over 30 years’ experience working with horses. From driving sulky carts, working with broodmares and foals to retraining/re-homing horses; as well as previously owning her own boarding facility in Long Island, New York. Additionally, she has expertise in riding instruction, horse training, Animal Assisted Therapies & Activities and as a Therapeutic Riding Instructor; is a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Certified Teacher of Students with Speech & Language Disabilities (TSSLD), Multitiered System of Support (MTSS)/Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports Specialist; School Retention Check & Connect Mentor, Certified School-wide Information System Facilitator and Trauma-Informed Care Trained. Tamatha also has an Associate Degree in Animal Science/Equine Studies, Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master of Arts Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. As the Executive Director of Operations, Tamatha can assist with all things equine! From boarding, to the scheduling of lessons, horsemanship camp, therapeutic riding/animal-assisted activities and therapies and overall horse care. 

Kevin Peck has over 30 years’ experience in large-scale construction and maintenance projects throughout the five boroughs. Additionally, Kevin grew up in upstate New York on a 200- acre grape farm riding ponies and maintaining the farm. Later in life, he worked for an equine veterinarian and was a groom for a successful polo pony operation. He also is a retired Fire Chief and Paramedic. Kevin is a hero to humans and animals alike. He has rescued countless humans and looks forward to rescuing more four-legged friends in the near future. Kevin is excited to be back on a farm, doing what he loves most, caring for the land and animals of all shapes and sizes. As a Director, Kevin is in charge of all thing’s fiscal, grounds and maintenance. If anything requires fixing Kevin’s your go to guy!