About Us

Our STAFF

…there to care for your horse just as you would!

Lynn Nelson (Owner)

Lynn is Silver Brook’s Co-Owner.  In this capacity, he manages the maintenance and upkeep of the property, its future development, and client relations.

He was born and raised on the farm and is a third-generation owner.  Lynn has a lifetime worth of experience in animal husbandry, agriculture, and carpentry.

Erik Nelson (Owner)

Erik is Silver Brook’s Co-Owner.  In this capacity, he manages the stable’s business strategy and licensing, accounting, tax obligations, insurance, and website.

Erik is an active-duty Air Force pilot and military strategist.  He was raised on Silver Brook and has a vested interest in seeing its restoration and growth.

Cassie Vidals (Barn Manager/Head Instructor)

Cassie is Silver Brook’s Lead Barn Manager and Head Instructor.  In this capacity, she is responsible for the daily operations, communications, nutrition plans, training schedules, and the wellbeing of your horse.

Cassie has worked in a variety of professional barns—including Fox Ledge and Ray of Light Farm—and under the auspices of lifelong horse professionals such as Ann Guptill and Sue Michealson.  She has a breadth of experience in equine nutrition, tack fitting, basic medical care, and how to bring along a variety of horses in their training programs.  Cassie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Silver Brook Stables and has your horse’s safety and care as her top priority.

Isabella Dubois (Stable Hand/Instructor)

Bella is Silver Brook’s Stable Hand and Primary Contract Instructor.  She is responsible for the Stable’s daily operations, horse and rider training, and the care of your horse.

Isabella grew up in the hunter/jumper world, traveling throughout New England with her nationally winning Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Team. She has worked with, and started, many OTTBs including her own that she rehabilitated after her eye was removed. She continues to do USEF-rated jumpers. Isabella also performs training and exercise riding, ensuring each boarder’s horse is properly cared for.

Gabby Herman (Stable Hand)

Bio coming soon!

Our HISTORY

…when adversity strikes, look for an opportunity and work harder!

Silver Brook Stables has a long and storied history. The first farm on this site was owned by Joshua Wheeler and dates to 17 January 1709.  Joseph Bradford, the grandson of Plymouth Colony Governor William Bradford, later purchased the land and by 1720 built a tavern. He was married to Anna Fitch whose family name now marks the road. The tavern was the site of town meetings until the meeting house on Raymond Hill Road was built and by 1868, a cider mill had also been constructed. After the hurricane of ’38 destroyed his farm in North Grosvenordale, Sigfrid Gothard Nelson purchased the property and built the Round Barn and Milking Parlor seen today. He died of cancer in 1940 leaving behind his wife, Florentia, and two kids, Thelma and Conrad, to farm the land which they did until Conrad and Marion’s retirement in 1991. The Nelson family is now working hard to restore, revive, and revitalize this historic property…and we have big plans ahead!

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The Joseph Bradford Tavern (c. 1721)
The Cider Mill (c. 1865)
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The Round Barn & Milking Parlor (c. 1940)

What we stand for

OUR MISSION

Provide our boarders a safe, fun, and diverse riding environment while providing our boarded horses the best care available.

Our Core Values

  • Integrity:
    To our customers and the horses we care for. When we say we'll do something, we'll do it!
  • Teamwork:
    Between our on-site staff, off-site staff, and owners. The combination of our shared knowledge and experience makes us great!
  • Excellence:
    Because our heritage expects it, the horse you love deserves it, and you should demand it!