Coming soon, MEC Veterinary Clinic!
Coming soon, MEC Veterinary Clinic!
Lisa and Jamison met 35 years ago as two of the original members of the Kulshan Ridge Pony Club (then called the Whatcom County Pony Club). Brought together by their love for animals and wish to create a unique equestrian center, unlike any other, they married and created North Cascades Equus in 2021 and opened Meridian Equestrian Center in 2022. Their shared vision was to create an unparalleled equestrian experience. Bringing the best practices of decades of education and experience all over the United States, the vision of what is now Meridian Equestrian Center was born. There are approximately 116,000 horse businesses in the United States, a number that has been on a steady decline over the last decade. We have brought the best of the best to one place, Meridian Equestrian Center. Our primary vision is the promotion of equine welfare on a global and local level. We feel by comprehensive education of the current and next generation; we can help effect change in the industry. Our vision is served weather you are a horse -crazy individual with Olympic aspirations, an adult rider hoping to increase your skills or an occasional rider wanting to enjoy the day at a stable, we have a home for you at MEC. We are passionate about horses and the equestrian lifestyle. Our goal is to provide the highest quality experience and services to our clients, while sharing our love of horses and the sport of riding.
Jamison Anderson
Jamison started his riding at Twin Maples Farm with Suzy Huizenga in the 1980's. From the start Jamison showed natural talent and athleticism in riding as well as an empathy and love for animals that propelled him into becoming an accomplished rider as a young teen in the discipline of Eventing. Growing up, Jamison often helped his father, Dr. Mike Anderson as he served on calls in Whatcom County for 30 years as a large animal vet and founding partner of Kulshan Veterinary Hospital. As an expert in the field of management, carpentry and construction, Jamie is an integral part of the success of NCE and MEC.
Lisa Anderson
Lisa is certified by PATH International as an Advanced level certified instructor and an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, coming to the industry with over 40 years of equine experience that includes coaching, training, and equine facility management. Lisa’s love of horses was fostered by her multi-generational equestrian family, starting with the purchase of her first horse at age 6 as a gift from her great-grandmother. As a youth, Lisa participated in Pony Club and competed in Combined Training and qualified for the FFA National Horse Judging Competition in Kentucky. As a teen, Lisa competed in western gaming and speed events, serving as the 1989 Sumas, WA Rodeo Princess, and placing second in barrel racing in the Washington State Youth Finals Event in 1990.
As a young adult, Lisa continued to follow her passion for the English disciplines and trained under a variety of world-class professional coaches across the US and Canada. She specialized in Hunters, Show Jumping, and Dressage, earning advanced certifications from the American Riding Instructors Association and developing her talent for educating horses and riders. Lisa was selected by the American Riding Instructors Association as one of five instructors nation-wide to be interviewed in a Q&A article in Horse & Rider magazine.
Lisa continued her love of helping riders through completing the PATH International Certified Advanced Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Mentor programs and continued her career in coaching riders at various riding programs across the East Coast. Before relocating back to Whatcom County to open Meridian Equestrian Center, Lisa served as Office/Admissions manager at Thorncroft Equestrian Center, one of the oldest and largest PATH International therapeutic riding facilities in the US.
Lisa is thrilled to share her talents for instilling strong horsemanship and riding skills with therapeutic, recreational, and competitive equestrians at Meridian Equestrian Center.
"The bonds I've shared with horses has been a cornerstone in my own life. My life’s work is to help foster that connection between my students and their horses” – Lisa Anderson
Certified PATH International and ARIA Advanced Level Instructor and Mentor
Facilities Manager
Assistant Instructor/coach
Maintenance
Assistant Instructor and horse care taker
Certified Advanced CHA and EAGALA Instructor
Pony Pals and Therapeutic Riding Instructor
Assistant Instructor
Onsite Maintenance and horse care
Assistant Pony Trainer
"KC" is a registered Quarter Horse gelding and is the oldest of the lesson horses at soon to be 25 yrs young. He has plenty of tricks up his sleeve and has taught all levels of both regular and therapeutic riders over the last 15 years. His favorite thing to do is walk around the arena on a loose rein. KC's repertoire includes being featured on live TV twice, being a professional model and sticking out his tongue out trick.
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Melian, our 20 year old chestnut Percheron is the largest lesson mount at the barn at 18 hands high and is a favorite of many. She is named after the fictional Goddess, "Melian" and with her extra long mane and forlock, her name suits her! She is sweet, gentle and easy to ride and handle for all levels and sizes of riders.
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Rosie is a 7 year old, Shetland/Miniature Horse cross with a is the smallest member of our equine staff at just 10 hands tall. With a strawberry roan spotted coat and two blue eyes she is as cute as they come. Rosie enjoys pulling a cart and doing Pony Pals lessons and Birthday Parties!!!
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Woody is a 6 year old American Shetland pony. He's a spunky and friendly little guy and is in training awaiting his lesson debut in the Summer of 2025!
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Zara is a 19-year-old overo paint mare with a blaze and one blue eye! This girl is as beautiful and classy as they come. With her elegant ring presence, she excels in English or Western and loves to jump.
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Mystique is a 6 year old, smart, sweet gorgeous girl. They really don't come prettier than this. She is best serving students in unmounted lessons and therapy. Shee is currently in training under saddle and expects to make her debut in mounted lessons in the summer of 20235!
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Justice is a 5 year old Appaloosa/Quarter Horse cross mare. She had a rough hstart in life and had two foals by age 4. She loves people and has joined our lesson program.
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Andrson
"Moki" is a 5 -year-old blue roan pinto, Mustang/ Quarter Horse cross gelding. This cool guy is wonderful with equine assisted therapies an will be making his mounted lesson debut in the Summer of 2025.
Ownd by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
"Louie" is a 8yr old DWB/TB cross, lesson horse extraordinaire. This sweet and sometimes goofy guy is the first one to greet you in the pasture and loves attention and treats from his humans. At 17.1 hands, this guy excels in lessons for teens and adult riders.
Owned by Lisa and Jamison Anderson
Marshall Dillion is a 15-year-old buckskin Quarter Horse gelding with dapples, the unique "zebra stripe" coloring on his legs and a frosted mane. His name's sake was the character of the 1960's television show, "Gunsmoke", played by James Arness who rode a similarly colored horse. Marshal has the spunk and athleticism to jump the moon! His favorite thing is dressing up like a unicorn and spending time with "his girl", Claire.
Kindness of the Jentz Family.
"Thanksforthedetails" is a double registered, 15-year-old bay, Appendix Quarter Horse/Paint (APHA) gelding. At 16.3 hands tall, this gentle giant is the epitome of "tall, dark and handsome". Tango once placed 11th at the largest breed show in the world, the Quarter Horse Congress, in Hunter Conformation and has a Wisconsin State Championship in Showmanship under his belt! This multi-talented guy loves spending time with "his girl", Lucy.
Kindness of the Jentz family.
This superstar former Eventer is a 15 year old imported, 16.2 hand German warmblood.
Kindness of the Jentz Family
Polly is a classy lady with a beautiful jump and excellent work ethic.
Kindness the Jentz Family
Mya is a 18-year-old seal brown Quarter Horse mare. This lovely girl is wonderful with therapeutic students! Her specialty is lead-line lessons. Mya loves chasing balls around the arena.
Kindness of the Kaplan family.
"Smokin" is truly a horse of a different color! This sweet and gentle guy has the unique characteristics of zebra stripes and shoulder strips. He is a wonderful addition to our program and serves riders of all levels. Smokin is a 19 year old registered Quarter horse gelding.
Kindness of Bob Czilok
Shaffar is one of our most gentle and solid citizens making him a perfect horse for therapeutic riders of all sizes.
Kindness of NW Hearts United
This sweet and "happy go lucky" guy is a favorite of many at the farm for all ages and abilities.
Kindness of NW Heart United
This elegant beauty is fantastic for Intermediate riders of all ages and loves trail rides.
Kindness of NW Hearts United
Our special thanks to Dr. Anderson, Dr. Sauter, Dr. Grisel and the veterinarians at Pilchuck Equine Hospital for your valiant efforts to help our beloved Pooky Dots. We will always be grateful to the short time we had with this very special boy.
This adorable and affectionate guy loves to hang around the barns and arena.
This big and friendly guy loves sleeping in the hay and the office.
This people lover loves to visit everyone at the barn and in the arena.
This adorable lady is a brand new addition to the barn family!
This gentle band of 4 brothers are always together and love hanging around the arena.
These boys have "big" personalities and enjoy their bachelor pad during business hours and free range when the farm is closed to visitors.
These sweet and friendly ladies free range around the farm and enjoy hand fed treats!
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