Bridgette Henderson
Horses have been part of my life since childhood, beginning with riding lessons on my sixth birthday and growing into a lifelong passion. As a junior, I competed successfully in Hunters, Jumpers, and Equitation before stepping back to build the career that would one day make my dream farm possible.
When I purchased our Merritt property in 2016, I finally had the opportunity to pursue breeding in a meaningful way. My first foal, Cornelia—out of my mare Quartzee—arrived in 2017, and from that moment I knew reproduction was my true calling. I now handle much of the reproductive work myself and continue to expand my knowledge in nutrition, farrier care, and veterinary support to benefit the horses in my program.
We intentionally keep our barn private and our breeding program small so every horse receives exceptional, individualized care. Whether foaling out mares or developing young horses for the show ring, my work is grounded in trust, thoughtful horsemanship, and a deep commitment to the well-being of every horse in my care.
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The Winsome Meadows Family
Derek
Derek discovered his love for horses later in life, but it quickly grew into a genuine passion for providing exceptional daily care. Deeply supportive of Bridgette’s work, he is a constant presence in the barn and breeding shed, contributing to the calm, attentive environment their horses thrive in. The horses adore him—and Bridgette does too.
Sheila
Sheila, Bridgette's mom was the driving force behind Bridgette's love for horses. Sheila still rides with Bridgette and is always willing to help with anything that's asked of her, from stall cleaning to helping with stallion collections.
Al
Al, Bridgette's father, is the support that every little girl dreaming of a pony ever wanted and more. Al still provides sound advice to this day when the rest of the family is too enthralled in their equine passion.
Hailee, Bridgette's step-daugher, has an obsession that rival's Bridgette's when it comes to horses.
She is an integral part of the workings of Winsome Meadows. She enjoys both riding and caring for the horses. In the summer you can find her alongside Bridgette doing all things reproduction in the breeding shed, even artificially inseminating her own mare and giving intramuscular and intravenous injections!
Hailee