Heartland

Amy discovers that a horse named Spartan is being abused at Mallen's farm and convinces her mother Marion to rescue him. A storm on the way home sends their truck and trailer off the road. When Amy wakes up, she's in the hospital and discovers that her mother died in the accident. Amy's sister Lou comes home from New York to help.

Lou sends home Mrs. Roach's horse, despite the fact that his fear of vehicles has yet to be cured. Val Stanton begins spreading rumors about Heartland and their skills without Marion. Ty's probation officer comes to the ranch while he is off showing Amy the jumping course he made for her. Jack agrees to be Ty's sponsor in the place of Marion, his deceased daughter.

High profile horse breeder Lisa Stillman asks Amy to help her with her horse, Promise. Lou holds a Heartland Open House to help bring in business.

Ben Stillman arrives at Heartland and his treatment of his horse Red angers everyone. Ashley lures Ty to Briar Ridge with a job offer.

Lou drives friends and family to distraction as she arranges to have a video made to promote Heartland.

Lou's New York boyfriend Carl comes for a visit, but his big city plans clash with the ranch's more laid-back lifestyle. Amy is puzzled by why a new horse at Heartland called Pirate won't obey commands.