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Our Story
In June of 2021 we took a trip from Wilmington NC to Rich Ranch in Seeley Lake, Montana. We spent most of the week on horseback, I (Melanie) was in my happy place because I grew up with horses. That week confirmed to me that I needed horses back in my life. Rich Ranch was a perfect retreat setting and time with the horses lifted away the stresses of everyday life for both of us, especially for Jimmy, who has a high stress day-job. One day on a trail ride, our guide ask, “What’s your plan for the rest of your life?” That’s when God began forming a vision for our future which would include Christ-centered yoga and Equine activites. These both bring healing to the mind, body, and spirit. The vision started to take place as we searched for a place of retreat near the NC Coast. We were looking at a 5 year plan…but God’s timing was much faster.​
Peaceful Pastures became a reality in January of 2022.
At that time we offered Christ-centered yoga and a place of retreat. Over the next year and a half, we added horses and donkeys, nature trails through the NC wetlands, and Biblically-based Equine Assisted Programs. As 2023 came to a close Peaceful Pastures became a nonprofit that is focused on experiential soul care. We have already watched God transform many lives here and we know He will continue to use this place of peace to do more than we can ever imagine. We look forward to seeing you here!
Peaceful Pastures is conveniently located in Rocky Point NC, an easy ride less than 30 minutes from Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, & Topsail Island.
