THE CHORE TIME CLYDESDALE EXPERIENCE

UP CLOSE & PERSONAL WITH THE
WORLD’S MOST ICONIC BREED

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Ready to get your hands a little dirty? And maybe your boots too?

Trust us, next to these world-class ‘Gentle Giants,’ it’ll be worth it.

It’s a real-life, hands-on, 2-hr Clydesdale experience at JFP Equine - a small (but mighty), private Clydesdale farm in Waterloo, IL (approx. 25 mins from 270/55).

Get hands on with everything from brushing and vacuuming Clydesdales to feeding and treating, in micro groups of no more than four for maximum experience!

(Just don’t take the ‘CHORE TIME’ name too seriously though … it’s as much about snuggling, petting and having fun with this iconic breed as it is about ‘chores.’)

Plus, multiple opportunities to take some of the most memorable - and braggadocious - photos you can think of.

Scroll down for available dates/sessions.

THE CHORE TIME
CLYDESDALE EXPERIENCE

MONTHLY SCHEDULE

Scheduled dates listed below. Each CHORE TIME has a maximum of four participants. Pricing is per person.
Click on a date/time below and follow the steps to register.

DECEMBER

12/31/24 CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience, 9:00am - 11:00am
12/31/24 CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience, 9:00am - 11:00am
$99.00
1/18/25 CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience, 12:00- 2:00pm
1/18/25 CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience, 12:00- 2:00pm
$99.00
CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience Gift Card
CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience Gift Card
$99.00

NEED A
DIFFERENT DATE?

If you have your own group and none of the scheduled dates work, let us know. If we can incorporate it into our upcoming schedule, we will!

STAY INFORMED OF UPCOMING SESSIONS

New CHORE TIME dates are being continuously added, usually about 4-6 weeks in advance. Join our e-news update list by completing the form below.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING

  • Candace B.

    What a fantastic experience! We could not have loved this anymore! Don’t let the term “Chore time” deter you. We gave lots of great scratches & pets plus learned so much about these beautiful creatures. The owners were amazingly indulged us by letting us take loads of pictures. Definitely a memory we will cherish! Big thanks for the opportunity!

  • Alyssa G.

    Thank you for a fun day hanging with your Clydesdales JFP Equine Inc.! We got to meet all the horses there but Ace is who we spent the afternoon with. He’s 18 3/4 hands tall which is over six feet!!! She got to vacuum him and even put on all his tack for driving a carriage. They even let AR mix up their feed and give them all dinner. It was so much fun! The owner, Jim, worked for AB and handles all the Clydesdales, including starting up Warm Springs Ranch for 25 years! We got to meet him, his daugher-in-law, Samantha, his granddoodle, Ted, and his son, Barclay, who was the host for the afternoon. Great experience and highly recommend it!

  • Chris R.

    I have 3 daughters. Three of us have birthdays within 3 weeks of each other. So this year we did something so special! We went to JFP Equine to spend time with their Clydesdales. We've never imagined being able to clean, brush and vacuum a Clydesdale, hitching them to their gear, feeding them and learning so much from a man who was responsible for the AB Clydesdales. We had so many laughs and such a memorable experience that we have to go back to visit again and again. DO IT for your family. It's an unforgettable experience!

  • Melissa C.

    We had an amazing time! Barclay and his dad Jim were both so nice and answered every question we had. Even though we were doing chores, it was so much fun! I loved how up close and personal we got with the Clydesdales, it was so great to learn all about them and get to love on them!

  • Kimberly M.

    What a great experience! We learned so much about Clydesdales. It was the personal attention that made our visit extra special. It’s great to see how well cared for the horses are. It was fun grooming and interacting with these personable animals.ere

  • Pat G.

    Very unique experience. Seeing the horses up close, petting and feeding them was awe inspiring. Would recommend a visit. Photo ops were nice and a great way to remember the experience. Will recommend to friends.

  • Nancy Z.

    I am always looking for “Adventures” rather than gifts for my grandchildren’s birthdays. Willa’s and my experience with JFP Equine was perfect: unique, educational, and personal/up close. In a nutshell, this was a lovely and memorable birthday gift. And the fee is certainly reasonable. I highly recommend for boys and girls.

  • Beth G.

    What a fantastic place! We went and did the Chore Time event and there are no words! This was the best experience and the people were phenomenal! Thank you again for opening up your place and the love you all have for these majestic animals.

  • Sabrina T.

    (We) had a wonderful experience with the Clydesdales. The hosts were great. Very knowledgeable and fun. Would definitely recommend if you love the big gentle giants!

  • Kathy S.

    We spent a beautiful morning at JFP Equine on Saturday. Not really knowing what to expect, it turned out to be the most wonderful experience. Barclay was an excellent host and educator. We learned a lot about the care of Clydesdales while we brushed, vacuumed, fed and hugged them. We also learned the history of Jim and how he founded JFP Equine, which was a fascinating story. I can’t say enough wonderful things about JFP and I’m so glad we visited.

  • Christine M.

    OMG! What an experience to remember! JFP Equine, Inc made our Clydesdale CHORE TIME experience so memorable and fun! We absolutely loved the up-close and personal experience with the Clydesdales - more than we could have anticipated! Would highly recommend! The hospitality was amazing too!

  • Chris M.

    This was the best experience I have had with horses, and especially these gentle giant Clydesdales. The hands-on experience was a chance of a lifetime I would recommend chore day to anyone who has a love for horses. They were so gentle and patient while brushing and vacuuming, yes, vacuuming them. I learned so much about the breed, the owner and his son Barclay. The casual atmosphere and friendliness of the owner/operators put me at ease right away. I highly recommend this experience as a gift idea or just fun day out with the Clydesdales to anyone. It was the BEST!

  • Sue R.

    We had such a great time learning about each horse and the owner’s history with Clydesdales. Was great to be hands on with the horses which was something we had not done before. All 4 of us were thrilled with the (experience).

  • Chris W.

    I had the privilege of taking my own son, Hudson, to have an up-close and personal encounter with two Clydesdales at the Poole Farm in Waterloo, IL. We were able to pet, clean, feed, take photos, and otherwise, enjoy a truly unique experience with these majestic and beautiful animals. I highly recommend JFP EQUINE and CHORE TIME to anyone wanting to create a unique and memorable experience for their family.

  • Ruth B.

    I took my granddaughter to this awesome experience for her 12th birthday. She said it was fun and cool. I couldn't agree more! Highly recommend!

  • Jen R.

    Such a great experience!! Chore time was just as expected- got to spend 2 hours feeding/grooming and learning about the horses during our time at the farm. Barclay and Sam were great hosts and it was great to see Jim in action as he braided the horses manes. Would definitely recommend and will be back myself!

  • Beth Ann R.

    This is such a bucket list experience. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the family, the horses (of course) every chore and every minute on this farm. You get an entire experience from meeting, vacuuming, brushing, feathering, feeding the horses. It's a wonderful family or friend experience. Top of my bucket list.

FAQs

  • CHORE TIME is $99/person (max. of four participants per group). This includes:

    -An introduction and meet n’ greet with all Clydesdales on site (typically anywhere from 4-8)

    -A hands-on caretaking experience that includes feeding, grooming, decorating, loving, and yes, even a bit of manure forking (because everyone should say that they have forked a bit of Clydesdale manure in their lives, right?)

    -Learning about the Clydesdale breed with tons of ‘Gentle Giant’ fun facts

    -Multiple, up-close-and-personal photo opportunities with JFP Equine’s world-class Clydesdales

  • Each ‘Chore Time’ experience is approx. two hours.

  • Typically a minimum age of 12 is recommended, however younger can be accommodated inside of a private group of four or under special circumstances. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by, and have their waiver completed by, their parent or legal guardian.

  • Yes, all participants must complete a CHORE TIME waiver prior to participation. Any participant under the age of 18 must have their waiver completed by, and be accompanied by, their parent or legal guardian.

  • Our world-class Clydesdales take part in several events around the St. Louis region and beyond. They also need training and rest/relaxation days. So, our ‘Chore Time’ experience can only be offered on select days.

    If you have your own group of 4, contact us for your own private CHORE TIME event on a weekend/weekday of your choice (ltd availability).

    To be notified of future dates, be sure to complete/submit the form at the bottom of the page. .

  • At JFP Equine, we focus on quality vs. quantity. Because of this, as well as the fact that we are continuously selling Clydesdales to breeders and enthusiasts across North America, we typically have between 4 and 8 world-class on site.

THANKS FOR LOVIN’ CLYDESDALES!