Wagoner Training LLC
Owner/Instructor/ Clinician Amber W. Wagoner-Toyne
Elevation Through Equine Education
About me
Elevation through Equine Education
My name is Amber Wagoner-Toyne, and I began training horses and mules professionally in 2000, while also giving riding lessons since the age of 17. I started riding at age 8 and was fortunate to travel across the United States, learning from and riding with many outstanding horsemen and horsewomen.
My training philosophy is rooted in Natural Horsemanship, and I consider myself a lifelong student of the horse. I especially love working with mules because they humble me and constantly remind me how much there is still to learn. I believe in developing a true partnership between horse or mule and rider.
Due to an unfortunate accident, I am no longer able to train horses and mules directly, but I am still here to help you succeed. I have refocused my program on teaching through lessons in both English and Western disciplines, offering guidance with your horse’s training, and hosting clinics and camps to support riders and their horses.
My goal is to help you get the most out of your relationship with your horse or mule.
Living the dream
Education
AS Pack Station and Stable Operation Feather River College 2000
30+ years of training, giving lessons, and showing horses here and there.
ABOUT Amber’s Equine Career
· Started riding at age 8, giving lessons at 15, training horses at 15 (for Free), Paid Trainer at age 21.
· Instructional Assistant at Feather River College from 2000-2005 – Managing 3 Instructors, 3 work study students, 100 head of Horses, Budget Management, Curriculum Management and much more!
· Manager of Reid Horse and Cattle Co. 2000-2003 (due to FRC growth I had to work only for college) Manage 2 Riding stables, 1 Pack Station, 16 employees, 100 head of Horses and Mules, Bookkeeping, Guide trail rides, Instruct Kids Camps, and much more!
· 2005-Current – Owner of Wagoner Training – Starting colts and Mules, Giving Lessons, Hosting Clinics, and Breeding & Training her own horses. Committee Member of Beaverhead County 4-H Horse Committee from 2014-2019.
The Future
PATH Certification - In process
After many years of training and giving lessons, Amber has discovered that her true passion lies in the future — the kids who will shape and carry forward the equine industry. Her love for working with young equestrians has grown into an even deeper calling to support at-risk youth and children with disabilities.
Amber believes wholeheartedly in the power of equine therapy and the meaningful impact horses can have on confidence, emotional growth, and personal development. She is excited and honored to be part of the journey, helping these kids grow, heal, and thrive through their connection with horses.
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