Horsemanship Day Camp

Upcoming Dates: 2008 dates - Jan 26th - Feb 23rd - Mar 29th - Apr 26th - May 10th - Aug 30th - Sep 20th - Oct 25th - Nov 15th - Dec 13th

Costs: $45 per person / Parents or scout leaders who will NOT be riding are FREE. Group Rate available for 10+ participants.

Length of Time: This is a one day event. Please arrive at the camp by 10 a.m. and class will end about 3p.m.

Class Description

This class is for all of you who "wish" they had a horse. You will get a general overview of the responsibilities of having a pet of this size. Wear your old blue jeans and boots, if you happen to have them (hiking boots the next best footwear, then gym shoes), because you will get a chance to do some basic riding. make sure to bring hats and suncreen for sunny days.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED:

• Horse Anatomy
• Grooming - tools and techniques
• Learn about the various tack (bridles, saddles, etc.)
• Feeding Rules
• Health maintenance
• Teeth and Age
• Ferrier care
• Halter, Lead, and Tie correctly
• Riding Basics
• Knowing the Gaits the horse travels in
• Rules of the Trail
• Safety when working with horses

Bring your own lunch. Bring plenty of drinking water. Camel packs are great if you have one.

We now have some Helmets in various sizes, or bring your own.

Class space is limited so register early. (Additional dates can be set up if there is enough interest.)

**We can book a date for your Troop if you have a minimum of TEN**

NOTE : Junior Girl Scouts this day event will earn you the Horse Rider Badge plus you will complete #2, 5 & 7 of Horse Fan (the rest can be completed on your own).

Also meets most requirements for the Boy Scout Merit Badge Horsemanship