Equestrian Summer Programs

At our week-long camps your child will be fully immersed in horses from dawn until dusk before joining the other campers for fun group activities in the evening. Your child will take care of their “own horse” for the week; ride twice a day; learn many aspects of horse care and stable management, as well as go on a horse related field trip. New this year “Riders Ribbon Program” improve skill level by working through the different ribbons levels from camp to camp and year to year.

Ages 8 - 12:Beginner session - designed for the rider with little or no experience. Session 2B

Ages 8 - 14:Beginner/Intermediate- designed for the rider who completed Beginners or Taking the Reins or riders of intermediate level. Session 4A
Ages 8 - 14: Intermediate session - designed for the rider who can ride independently at walk and posting trot. Session 1A
Ages 10 - 14: Intermediate/Advanced session- designed for the rider who completed Intermediate or Trailblazers or riders of advanced level. Session 1B

Ages 10 - 14: Advanced/X-Country session- designed for the advanced rider who'd like to experience the thrill of trying out the Salaj/Bauer cross country course.  Campers will spend their whole day at the barn learning more advanced techniques in riding on the flat and over fences and as well as advanced stable management.  The field trip will be replaced by "x-country" day where riders will learn how to ride their horses in open spaces and over natural obstacles on Minikani's x-country course.  The use of a back protector is included in the cost of camp.  Session 3A

Designed for the rider who is able to jump small courses and wants the thrill of jumping cross country. During the week riders will work on dressage, stadium jumping and learn how to tackle natural obstacles on our new cross country schooling course. Riders also learn about getting event horses fit and ready for competition, nutritional needs and dealing with potential medical problems. Protective vests are mandatory and available for rent for $25.

Designed for the rider who completed last year's Intro to Eventing camp or has started lower level eventing. Riders can bring their own horse or ride one of our school horses. Jump more difficult obstacles such as ditches, banks and water. Gain a greater understanding of the sport up to Olympic level. Proof of experience and riding ability is required. Protective vests are mandatory and available for rent for $25.

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TAKING THE REINS - Beginner - Ages 7 -11
For campers with little or no riding experience, learn the basics of riding and horsemanship while building confidence around horses. Program includes riding lessons, games on horseback and trail ride, as well as grooming and how to take care of a horse. Half the day will be spent on main camp enjoying regular camp activities.

TRAILBLAZERS - Intermediate - Ages 9-14
Campers should be able to walk and trot independently and be able to post in balance (assessment lessons are available). Building on their existing skills, campers will further their riding ability through lessons and gain more in-depth knowledge of horsemanship through educational lectures. Half the day will be spent on main camp enjoying regular camp activities.

YOUNG EQUESTRIANS - Intermediate or Advanced - Ages 10 - 15
For the horse-crazy camper who wants to spend their whole day in the barn. Campers should have completed Trailblazers and be -- at a minimum-- ready to canter. Groups will be split according to ability and lessons will be geared to the level of riders from improving basic skills to learning to jump (for more experienced riders). Campers will help around the barn, as well as learn more about show preparation and what it takes to own a horse.

PONY PALS- Ages 4-6 TBA

Payment in Full at time of registration