Come experience the joys of horseback riding at horse Camp! Day Camp Manitou’s riding programs are progressively structured to provide campers with a fun experience of interacting with gentle horses. Instructors are trained in horsemanship and carefully match the experience level of the child with an appropriate horse. Instruction is provided at the staging area and on the horses.
At the end of each session, campers in every level receive a certificate and evaluation sheet for parents to see what skills they have worked on. Advanced groups will also take quizzes and work on additional projects that they take home.
Safety is our top priority at horse Camp. For all horse programs, we require that participants wear heeled leather shoes or boots. Long pants and protective helmets are required of all participants. Helmets will be provided by the camp. Our horse Camp is a progressive recreational riding program and is not intended to replace formal riding lessons.
L'il Pardners Camp (entering grades K-2)
Colts (entering grades 2-7)
Buckaroos (Intermediate | entering grades 3-8)
Circle Y Camp (Advanced | entering grades 3-8)
Trailblazers (Advanced | entering grades 4-9)
Broncos (Advanced | entering grades 4-9)
Alternative programs may be planned if weather conditions such as extreme heat, rain, or wind jeopardize the safety of campers or horses. Campers in our horse programs will spend the rest of their day participating in traditional day camp activities.
