FAQs
General
Where are you located?
We are located at 5530 KY Hwy 39 S, Crab Orchard, KY 40419. A convenient drive from Lexington, in the heart of Kentucky. All visits to the farm must be pre-arranged to ensure the safety and security of our animals.
What is your helmet policy?
ALL riders must wear a helmet the entire time they are mounted. There are no exceptions.
What is your weather policy?
We will cancel all rides if the weather.com forecast for the 40419 zip code predicts greater than 70% chance of rain, snow, or other severe weather (including extreme heat and cold). Rides may also be canceled on the day following heavy rainfall to protect our trails and ensure safety. You will be contacted by phone to advise of any changes to the reservation, and will receive an email with the updated information. We strive to give as much advance notice as possible, and every effort will be made to reschedule your ride.
Is there a minimum age for riders?
We are unable to accommodate riders under the age of 18 for both our guided trail rides and horsemanship lessons.
What is your cancellation policy?
Guided trail ride reservations may be modified or cancelled up to 48 hours before your scheduled ride. Horsemanship lessons may be modified or cancelled up to 24 hours before your scheduled lesson. Please keep in mind that Insomniac Farms coordinates and prepares horses ahead of time, and requests as much advanced notice as possible if you are not able to make your scheduled ride time.
Private Guided Trail Experience
How long does the experience last?
We don't want anyone to feel rushed so please plan to be at our farm for at least an hour and a half. Actual saddle time is about an hour, plus safety instruction and refreshments.
​How many guests can you accommodate at once?
At this time we limit our groups to no more than 2 at a time, ensuring you will have a private experience. We plan to accommodate larger groups in the future, as we search carefully for additional trail horses.
Do you have a weight limit?
To care for our horses' bodies, we do have a weight limit of 220 lbs.
Do I need riding experience?
Our horses are experienced and accustomed to beginner riders, including people who have never ridden before. Riders should be in good physical condition, able to mount and dismount on their own, with a mounting block, and show that they can steer and stop their horse. We will give safety and riding instruction prior to mounting and before we embark on our ride.
Is there any trotting or cantering on the trail ride?
All trail rides are ridden at the walk, to ensure our experience is safe and enjoyable for everyone. If all riders in your group are experienced and would like to include a faster pace, there are parts of the trail that can be ridden at a trot and canter.
​Who else will be riding?
​We only offer exclusive rides to maintain the quality of the experience. There will not be any additional riders that are not in your group.
Can I ride without a guide?
All riders must be accompanied by an Insomniac Farms guide when riding our horses.
What if I'm running late to my scheduled experience?
Horses are coordinated and prepared in advance of your experience, in consideration for their workload and our time, any riders not present at the time of their ride will forfeit their reservation and will not be eligible for a refund. Please plan for traffic and arrive at least 10 minutes before your ride.
Horsemanship Lessons
When are lessons offered?
Our lessons are offered primarily on weekdays, with afternoon and evening availability, and weekends, on a VERY limited basis with priority given to our guided trail rides. We welcome and encourage prospective lesson students to visit our farm prior to scheduling their introductory lesson to ensure the best fit!
Is there a minimum age?
We are unable to accommodate riders under the age of 18.
Is there a weight limit?
In consideration for our horses' health, we do have a weight limit of 220 lbs.
Do I need riding experience?
Our horses are experienced and accustomed to beginner riders, and our instructor has taught many beginners over the years, most of whom had no prior horse experience. Riders should be in good health and physical condition, able to mount and dismount with the help of a mounting block.
Do I have to commit to more lessons?
Lessons are paid for on a monthly basis at $35 per lesson, depending on how many lessons you want to schedule that month. If you cannot make a lesson, we require a 24-hour notice (except in case of emergency), and you may reschedule to another day without affecting your lesson total for the month. If a lesson is cancelled within 24 hours, or the student does not show, they will forfeit that lesson and will not be issued a refund. Unused lessons will roll over to the following month. There is no commitment to lessons, you may schedule as little or often as you like. Occasionally we will have "drop-in" lessons for those who cannot schedule on a monthly basis.
How long is the lesson?
Lessons are approximately 45 minutes of instruction time, although we may occasionally run over. Please allow an additional 15 minutes after each lesson for riding aftercare, ie untacking and post-ride grooming.
How many riders can take a lesson at a time?
At this time, we are only offering private lessons to one rider at a time, ensuring that you will have full focus during your lesson.
What is covered in lessons?
Our horsemanship lessons cover all aspects of riding and horse care. We focus on a calm and safe approach to riding with a strong basis in equine-centric foundational horsemanship. We will cover horse anatomy, grooming and tacking, preparing for your first horse (if that is the avenue you choose), and an introduction to trail riding.