Located in the luscious country setting of West Granby, Valkyrie Equestrian Center (VEC) is a full-service English riding facility, welcoming ages 6 and up. Owner, Carolyn Joseph Mainardi, opened VEC in 1999 and sincerely loves training horses and teaching students. The center, which is open during the spring, summer and fall, leases horses and offers boarding care. VEC also provides full lesson programs for all experience levels, and a summer riding camp where members learn horsemanship and prepare for shows in a hands-on environment.