Mrs. Amy S. Jenkins began riding and training horses at an early age. She took a brief respite while pursuing her education and starting a family. She completed her education while caring for her two children. Her degrees include a B.S. in Human Development with a concentration in Psychology, an A.S. in Nursing and a M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling (physical and mental disabilities).

In 1998 her daughter was diagnosed with globally significantly developmentally delayed with autistic features. This motivated her to combine her previous skills with working with horses again but also being active in helping others within the community. She returned to working, training and teaching horses while renovating an existing stable on her property, with the assistance of the Amish Community. She currently owns and operates the Meadows of Mendon Stables in Mendon, New York.

Amy's background in counseling, nursing, teaching and her skills at riding and horse handling have had a positive influence on the people at the Meadows of Mendon Stables. Her gentle handling of the riders and horses coupled with a creative teaching program has made a wonderful experience for all. She ensures that the stables is an atmosphere dedicated to positive experiences for the families and individuals involved.

Thane Jenkins grew up on a small upstate New York farm. Upon graduation from college, he relocated to the western part of the United States. While there, Thane was influenced by western horseman who introduced him to the sport of American Rodeo. Through events, such as The Wild Horse Race, Thane decided to make this a life-long ambition, to break, train and ride. His diverse training and his strong western influence at the Meadows of Mendon Stables has encouraged a wide-range of horsemanship seekers. Thane Jenkins instructs the adult horseback riding program and the ground work training class. He trains and breaks horses of old and new habits. Thane has a natural ability to connect with people and horses. Also, Thane enjoys teaching therapeutic riding here at the stables.