No experience necessary!

Level 1 campers learn basic horsemanship in the arena. Enjoy activities that improve your riding abilities in balance and control of your horse. You’ll be riding with confidence in no time! Each camper will be assisted one-on-one in their riding with a wrangler.

Prior horse experience needed: Level 1 completed or more than one year of lessons/ 4-H horse club completed.

Level 2 campers continue horsemanship lessons in the arena with additional activities, as well as venture out on a short trail ride. You will also learn some basic horse anatomy! Every 2 campers will have a wrangler to assist them in their riding.

Prior horse experience needed: Level 2 completed or more than two years of lessons/ 4-H horse club completed.

Level 3 campers grow as they deepen their understanding of riding equipment and horse care and management. Horse experience is required as this week involves trail riding and taking more responsibility for your horse.   

Prior horse experience needed: Level 3 completed or more than three years of lessons/ 4-H horse club completed.

Level 4 campers will practice advanced horse skills on an out trip complete with camping and trail riding in nearby Newton Hills. 

Prior horse experience needed: Level 2 completed or more than two years of lessons/ 4-H horse club completed.

Hybrid campers will advance their trail riding and horse management skills during this half week. Unique to the hybrid level is a beautiful sunrise trail ride through the hills! This is a three day camp, so be aware of the differences in scheduling for picking up your camper.