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"Singing praises for Joan Baron and Gone To Ground Farm is so easy for my 12-year old daughter, Hannah, and I. Joan's energy is only shadowed by her passion for her sport. Her devotion to the students and horses is evident as soon as you enter Gone To Ground. The horses are healthy and happy and Hannah just loves being a small part of it all."

Carol Budko
Weddington,   NC

"Gone To Ground Farm has proven to be an incredible experience for both my equine partners and myself. The management is professional and efficient, maintaining the excellent quality of care we want and expect for our horses. The grounds and barn are kept impeccably. It is a privilidge to be able to board at Gone to Ground Farm and share the ambience with so many good friends."

Patti Walker
Waxhaw,   NC

"My daughter has been a student at Gone To Ground Farm with Joan Baron for the past eight years. After being involved with several other barns, it was not until she started riding at Gone to Ground that her abilities began to grow. We have found this environment not only stimulated her to do her best, but also grounded her in the basic responsilibities of horsemanship. Joan has always offered her students the opportunity to show and to participate in clinics by outstanding professionals. Joan has managed to balance the mandatory hard work with the simple joy of riding."

Becky Croom, parent
Weddington,   NC

"Whenever I come to the barn, my spirits are lifted and I always feel better…happier, for having been there that day. It's more than just riding horses; it's about the people I know there and the journey we travel together. There's a sense of friendship that's very special at GTG Farm."

Anna Gahren
Charlotte,   NC

"Joan is a wonderful instructor who is devoted to her students. She is consistently able to bring out the best in both horse and rider. Joan has infinite patience and an amazing ability to see and explain exactly how the rider can get the best possible performance from his/her horse and themselves."

Anna Daly
Charlotte,   NC

"I've ridden with Joan for four plus years and I can't imagine riding anywhere else. She is so patient with us and the horses. With Joan I am learning the true basics of a good seat. Joan is teaching us the stuff that makes the partnership between a person and a horse really meld by developing balance between you and the horse. And beyond the teaching, Joan is a fun, warm, delightful person to be around!"

Robin Wellner
Charlotte,   NC