May 2026 Issue

May 2026 | EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN 46 one veteran with severe PTSD who finds peace through working with the horses and walking the trails. “This type of environ- ment can serve as a strong introductory step toward deeper engagement in ser- vices,” she said. The farm continues to evolve, with new trails, gath- ering spaces, and events like “Clydesdales and Cocktails.” Father Jon, who has a back- ground in psychotherapy, works regularly at the farm, supporting both veterans and the broader mission. “It’s part of that sense of grounding and recalibra- tion,” he said. “As much as I am healing others, I am experiencing that for myself as well.” Page and her husband have since expanded the property to 43 acres. Today, the farm is home to 10 Clydesdales and five Quarter Horses, along with miles of wooded trails and a handi- capped-accessible veteran facility connected to the barn. “We offer equine experiences, educa- tion, and veteran programs,” Page said. More events are planned, and Page hopes veterans will visit, connect, and find the same sense of peace Bryan discovered. For more information, visit www.fixin-fences.com . Fixin’ Fences: How a Maryland Farm Became One Woman’s Purpose and a Haven for Veterans Continued from page 38 A veteran named Tad takes part in activities for veterans at Platoon Pastures. Photo courtesy of Platoon Pastures.