Overnight Equestrian Program

2nd-12th grade
Come join us at camp for an exciting week!
Come meet Big Trooper, Sam the Jumper, friendly old Dusty and lots of other horses! They will be your pals for the week!

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE REGISTER EARLY!

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The first day your instructors will evaluate your riding skills and schedule your riding lesson with campers at your level.
Each day you will have a project to work on - learn about different breeds, colors and markings, clean your horses tack, or even give him a bath. During the riding lessons you will practice skills on horse back according to your special program listed below! r
Three Programs to Choose From:
1. HORSE LOVERS
       Beginner & Intermediate Riders
2. BARE BACK & BALANCE

       Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Riders
3. DRESSAGE "Horse Ballet"
       Intermediate & Advanced Riders ONLY

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1. HORSE LOVERS
    Beginner & Intermediate Riders


This is a great choice for a horse lover just getting started. Wer will concentrate on basic horse care, learning from the beginning how to groom and tack up your horse. During the riding lessons the emphasis is on getting comfortable on a horse and learning how to control a horse at walk and trot. On the last day we will organize a fun show and you will get to decorate your horse for the special day. Don't forget your camera!

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2. BAREBACK & BALANCE

     Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Riders


If you want to have fun and improve your comfort level on ar horse, this program is made for you! You get to try things on a horse you didn't maybe even think were possible…! How about riding bare back backwards or doing a trip around the world on a horse? Included will also be vaulting (gymnastics on a horse) and practicing mounting a horse without a saddle.

If you have an adventurous mind and want to improve your riding through fun balancing exercises, come have fun with us for this incredible week! The last day also there will be a show where you get to demonstrate your new skills.

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3.
DRESSAGE "Horse Ballet"
    Intermediate & Advanced Riders ONLY

If you have practiced your riding and are able to control your horse at walk, trot and canter, you are ready for dressage! Dressage is not only fun but it is also an Olympic sport! We will start with simple moves and move into more complicated challenges. Riders will learn the fundamentals of dressage; including aids, proper implementation of the movements, rules of showing and appropriate turnout for both horse and rider. (For safety considerations all riders in this program will be evaluated and instructors will determine the level of riding they will be able to participate in at camp)

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Note to Parents:

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE - REGISTER EARLY!

Helmets are provided by Camp, you can bring your own - sturdy, toe covering shoes or boots and jeans or riding pants to stay safe and comfortable.

 

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All of the horse shows are open to family and friends.

Please contact the camp office for the show times.
Main Office: 810-359-2267


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