First Camp Experience for children 8 - 14. Also suitable for 2nd year campers.
A minimum of 4 riding lessons are required for first-time campers.
Campers learn:
The horse-parts, colors, markings, breeds
Care of the horse-feeding, grooming, saddling, cleaning, and knot-tying
Western tack-its use, care and cleaning
Walk and trot with control and form
Introduction to the lope
Trail riding-rules and safety
Vaulting (simple gymnastics on the moving horse) to improve balance and rhythm in
riding
Equipment Needed:
Riding boots (not hiking boots) which are always to be worn around the horses,
and long pants.
Tennis shoes and shorts for vaulting
Daily sack lunch. Extra water and sunscreen
ATSM/SEI approved horseback riding helmet (the stables will provide one if
necessary)