Flambeau Ridge

Flambeau Ridge, Percheron horses, Holcombe, WI, serves northwestern Wisconsin near Eau Claire. Kenneth E. Baars has been raising Percheron horses for several years and is a member of the American Percheron Registry, following recommended health screenings for equine soundness. Mares and foals share spacious pastures with open-faced run-in sheds, and all horses enjoy daily turnout, regular handling and trail exposure from an early age. Nutrition plans are tailored to individual needs with quality forage, monitored exercise routines and seasonal wellness checks.

The farm’s approach blends traditional draft horse care with gentle foundation training for farm work, light harness demonstrations and recreational driving. A rotating herd ensures bloodlines from proven performance lines, and the horses have been featured at county fair demonstrations in the region. Visitors often note the calm temperament and strong social bonds among the herd, reflecting the breeder’s focus on well-being and work readiness. The farm’s rural setting provides quiet surroundings that support sound early development and a calm disposition.