The Team

Melanie Schaefer - Assistant

Since joining the team in 2019 Mel has become an essential part of the team and overall running of the FBE program.  Mel bought her wonderful OTTB gelding Frankie from Fylicia shortly after joining the team.  They have had great success and are now up competing at the FEI level.

Dawn Nelson

​Dawn is a lifelong equestrian, and has been with FBE since the beginning.  She helps keep the horses & humans happy and functioning.  Dawn has a beautiful OTTB mare she actively competes at the Training level.

​Angelina ​Pezzuto - ​Working student

Angelina joined the FBE team in the summer of 2021 and has been a great addition to the team.  She started riding at the age of 3 and is currently a junior in high school. We can't wait to see where she goes.