About us
The Conservancy is based at the Maple Homestead Farm in Marlborough, New Hampshire. Consisting of 135 acres with most in conservation easement to protect it, this scenic area is made up of many old farms and conservation land abounding with wildlife and views of Mount Monadnock. There is no doubt that this is a historic farm that's been in operation for generations. Just as it has for many years, the sugar shack is still producing maple sugar from maples on farm and in the area.
Not only is it a treat to meet and interact with our affable Newfoundland Ponies, the property has much to offer visitors. There are AirBnB opportunities both on farm and off farm. Hiking the trails offers you a variety of terrains and scenery. There is even a large pond on the edge of the property.
At our previous location in beautiful Jaffrey, NH, on the other side of Mount Monadnock, people would come to visit the ponies and climb Mount Monadnock. At the Marlborough location you get to visit the ponies and have an enjoyable hike on the same property.
To meet a Newfoundland pony is to know a Newfoundland pony is unique, and not because they are very rare. They capture your heart instantly. Their individual personalities and genuine interest shine through as they welcome you into their world without question. This comes natural, and this is what people need to see, to learn, and understand our mission.
Not only is it a treat to meet and interact with our affable Newfoundland Ponies, the property has much to offer visitors. There are AirBnB opportunities both on farm and off farm. Hiking the trails offers you a variety of terrains and scenery. There is even a large pond on the edge of the property.
At our previous location in beautiful Jaffrey, NH, on the other side of Mount Monadnock, people would come to visit the ponies and climb Mount Monadnock. At the Marlborough location you get to visit the ponies and have an enjoyable hike on the same property.
To meet a Newfoundland pony is to know a Newfoundland pony is unique, and not because they are very rare. They capture your heart instantly. Their individual personalities and genuine interest shine through as they welcome you into their world without question. This comes natural, and this is what people need to see, to learn, and understand our mission.
What makes us different
The Newfoundland Pony Conservancy Center is a registered 501(c)(3) non profit. We aren't your typical rescue, just like the Newfoundland isn't your typical pony. Because of their status as critically endangered, there is a conservation aspect in all that we do and that includes perpetuating the breed. The center currently has 3 proven stallions, Ammy's Honour who is our farm ambassador, Lucky Ace - a 2016 colt of almost extinct genetic lines, and Vinland's Cabot Chapman who is another rare line stallion. Recent additions to our herd include colts Cabot's Stormin Sam and Emilio's Honour, born here. Hundreds of rescues exist to help horses that are in need of rescue, and we fully support and appreciate those efforts, but we are not just rescuers. We're breed stewards. As such our responsibility includes not just helping Newfoundland ponies in difficult situations, but bringing the breed back from extinction without compromising what makes this pony so special.
Check us out in the news! WMUR and New Hampshire Chronicle came to visit in April 2017.
Tours
Come see for yourself what we experience every day. Tours are available by appointment. We offer VIRTUAL TOURS as well, which is a useful learning tool for schools and others who don't live within traveling distance.
Although our volunteers regularly work with the ponies, we are not a riding stable. We do not offer pony rides.
We do not board, nor do we offer lessons but there are many good establishments in the area who do all of these things.
We are a breed specific organization. Our sanctuary and mission is dedicated to the underdog, the overlooked, the critically endangered Newfoundland Pony. Our concentration is education, community outreach, and preservation.
The farm's address is 60 Richardson Rd, Marlborough, NH 03452.
Directions: conveniently situated in the corner of 3 states, MA, VT, NH, with easy access to highways and main routes to take you anywhere, we are located just off of Rt 101, near the Keene, NH line. Turn onto Roxbury Rd and bear left at the first fork, continuing on Roxbury Rd. Cross a narrow bridge and bear right and keep bearing right to stay on Roxbury Rd which takes you around the back of the farm, a pretty ride. You will come to a 4 way intersection without any Stop signs. But please stop and turn left onto Richardson Rd. We are just down the road a little bit. The farm is on both sides of our dirt road.
Although our volunteers regularly work with the ponies, we are not a riding stable. We do not offer pony rides.
We do not board, nor do we offer lessons but there are many good establishments in the area who do all of these things.
We are a breed specific organization. Our sanctuary and mission is dedicated to the underdog, the overlooked, the critically endangered Newfoundland Pony. Our concentration is education, community outreach, and preservation.
The farm's address is 60 Richardson Rd, Marlborough, NH 03452.
Directions: conveniently situated in the corner of 3 states, MA, VT, NH, with easy access to highways and main routes to take you anywhere, we are located just off of Rt 101, near the Keene, NH line. Turn onto Roxbury Rd and bear left at the first fork, continuing on Roxbury Rd. Cross a narrow bridge and bear right and keep bearing right to stay on Roxbury Rd which takes you around the back of the farm, a pretty ride. You will come to a 4 way intersection without any Stop signs. But please stop and turn left onto Richardson Rd. We are just down the road a little bit. The farm is on both sides of our dirt road.
Emily Aho, Executive Director
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
George Aho, President
Luana Whitefox, Vice President
Karen Nelson, Acting Secretary
Teri Muskavitch, Treasurer
Bernie Hampsey, Member at Large
Karen Nelson, Member at Large
Jacqueline Evans Belrose, Member at Large
General Council - Patricia Morris, Esquire. www.pmorrislaw.com
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
George Aho, President
Luana Whitefox, Vice President
Karen Nelson, Acting Secretary
Teri Muskavitch, Treasurer
Bernie Hampsey, Member at Large
Karen Nelson, Member at Large
Jacqueline Evans Belrose, Member at Large
General Council - Patricia Morris, Esquire. www.pmorrislaw.com
