Our first born colt has just graduated to his great destiny, to be owned, loved and spoiled by my Goddaughter in Charleston. We knew they were a match made in heaven a long time ago, the timing was finally right to make it happen. These two have been bonded since Mateo hit the ground in 2017 and we are so proud of how far both of them have come, we are cheering for you as you continue to make progress together, we can’t wait to visit soon!
Mira and Rosa are traveling to their forever homes, on a beautiful farm near Clemson today. Congratulations to Cindy Malphrus whose family has a rich history with the breed. She initially inquired with us about purchasing one, but after careful consideration, why buy just one when you can buy two? We are especially flattered that we were recommended to Cindy by the owner of Stella (Estelita Scurry), the very first Marsh Tacky foal born in our program in 2017. We are excited to watch you grow!
It’s a filly! Last but not least, for the time in our program’s history that we have had multiple foals in one year, meet Rosa, the sixth Marsh Tacky foal to be born on Daufuskie in decades. Her dam is Barrier Island Carolina Girl (Tacky Blue x Star) who has been a huge part of our trail ride program since she joined us in 2018. This is her first foal with us, and the second foal in her entire broodmare career. We are in love with watching how all three foals are bonding, interacting and socializing with each other!
It’s a filly! Born on November 14, 2023, this is the 5th Marsh Tacky foal to be born on Daufuskie in decades, the second foal to be born at our permanent location at Heritage Hall, and the first full sibling to Mateo (Lowther’s Lucero (Hershey) x Carolina Moon (Cowboy)). The name Mira, translated from Spanish, means to look, look alike or aspire to. Her perfect little crescent shaped star on her forehead just like her mom’s inspired us, and we’re sure she will take after her in brains and athleticism, too.
It’s a colt! Born August 23, 2023, here is the 4th Marsh Tacky foal to be born on Daufuskie in decades, the 2nd to be born on our permanent location at Heritage Hall, and the 2nd foal out of Flaca x Louie, who most recently gave us Clover last year. He’s a red head and has displayed the chillest, most laid back personality than perhaps any of the babies we have had to date. The lesson kids adore him and so do we!
A big part of our breeding program includes preparing our foals for success in being offered for sale to a great home. Clover is sold! She will be leaving Daufuskie in a few days and going to Hawkins Heritage Farm in St. Geroge, SC where she will be joining their growing Marsh Tacky herd, loved upon by two young girls, learning the ropes in cow and ranch work and eventually growing into a role as a broodmare. We look forward to keeping up with y’alls accomplishments and adventures!
I don’t think I’ve ever had so much fun on a hunt in my entire life. This was Mama’s (Carolina Moon) first hunt and she was amazing. We rode in 2nd flight. We galloped, crossed swelled creeks, dodged hounds and jumped logs. Sadly this was the last hunt with Airy Hall as a fixture but I am so grateful to have done it up with my heart horse, memories I will cherish forever!
Here we are enjoying a little hack around the grounds at Rose Hill after an exciting day with Pegasus Riding Academy participating as a charity beneficiary for the 2021 Polo for Heroes event. DMTS’s three Marsh Tacky mares Mama, Carolina and Roxie all participated in the Parade of Breeds during the opening ceremonies, then they shined in Pegasus’ Special Olympics riding drill demonstration, lastly no one came unglued when the skydiver carrying our colors landed in the polo field from just overhead! Great day!
It’s a filly! She was born on St. Patrick’s Day evening. We were present for almost the entire labor and birth. What a miraculous experience. The third foal to be born on Daufuskie in around 50 years, this is the first time we have witnessed the birth. We were able to imprint this new life in that precious window of time when she will associate us as her family. We had our hands on her at her first breath, helped her get her spindly legs under her and start nursing. Flaca (Carolina Moon x DP) and Clover (sired by Lowther’s Lucero) are bonded, healthy and happy, she is a spitting image of her Daddy! This is the first foal to be born on our new location at Heritage Hall.
Farewell to our very first foal, Estelita Scurry as she embarks upon a new chapter her journey today. She, along with Southern Legends Tuff, are leaving the island to their new forever homes so we are feeling proud and hopeful for them. Estelita will be living near Clemson, SC and Southern Legend will be living in middle GA. Thanks Hawkins Heritage Farm for your help with hauling and match making. We are looking forward to following these two as they grow with their new owners.
