Equestrian Activities
Fun with Horses
Ages 8-10
Our introductory horsemanship activity gives girls a hands-on introduction to the world of horses! Campers learn the basics of horse care, practice grooming, and explore beginning riding skills, with a chance to ride on the final day.
Horsemanship
Ages 11+
Whether your daughter is new to riding or ready to build her skills, our horsemanship lessons help her grow in confidence and learn to work safely with horses.
Beginner lessons focus on leading, mounting and dismounting, moving forward, steering, stopping, and staying aware of other riders. Advanced lessons develop more effective communication with the horse through dressage, jumping, and an introduction to horse training. All riders learn safe horse care as part of their lessons.
TWE Equestrian Immersion
Ages 11+
Offered exclusively during our Two Week Experience, this program gives your daughter an afternoon of hands-on learning with horses each day! Campers head to the stables halfway through Free Time and stay through both afternoon activity periods.
Each afternoon includes a riding lesson, a horsemanship lesson that reinforces skills learned in the saddle, and hands-on experience caring for and working with horses. Topics may include training, horse and rider conditioning, equine care and management, trail riding, drill work, and more.
Space is limited, and all equestrian activities require an additional fee. Refunds are not available for classes missed or canceled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
To support a safe and enjoyable experience for horses and riders, rider weight limits may apply based on the size and build of the available horses and ponies.
All lessons are supervised by a CHA certified instructor, but the horses may be the most important instructors. Horsemanship is about learning how to connect with an equine partner. Through concentrated time together as the campers ride each day, they will develop greater understanding and skill. No matter the level, campers learn more effective communication and experience the unique partnership between a girl and her horse.
Leasing a Horse
Did you know that Camp's horses Versailles, Enola and Fuego need winter homes each year?
Who can lease our horses?
Any family with a heart to serve camp through caring for a horse! Since our horses works well with a variety of riding levels there is no riding skill requirement, though we may recommend some riders take lessons while leasing . This is a great opportunity for a family who is considering purchasing a horse. Owning a horse is a big commitment– but leasing a horse just for the off-season is a great way to learn about horse ownership firsthand without diving right in.
Our horses are available as a free lease in the off-season (mid-August to mid-June). The lessee is responsible for transportation, board, routine dental work, farrier work, feed including hay and grain, and any minor medical issues that arise. Camp provides yearly routine vaccinations and Coggins testing. Camp equestrian staff are available to provide support and answer questions throughout the year.
The lessee is responsible for providing a safe living arrangement which could be at their home or at another approved facility (i.e. a farm that offers boarding services). Facilities must be approved before the lease is finalized and should include at a minimum: safe and secure fencing, pasture, water, and shelter.
Please contact horse@campcedarbrook.org or 518-608-6800 to find out more.