GMF Horse Camp
*The event has already taken place on this date: Thu, 08/15/2024
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SUMMER DAY HORSE CAMP: 10 campers max
Small group sessions
Ages 8 +
Latch Key available before & after (prior arrangement required) – $10 hour
Please email for sign up. info@grandmaplefarm.com
Activities:
Farm Feeding (Each camper will take part in the feeding process and will be assigned a specific task each day.)
Barn Care (Each camper will take part in the daily care of the barn)
Horse anatomy (Each camper will learn all basic horse anatomy)
Proper grooming (Each camper will learn to properly groom their horse entirely including picking feet.)
Proper tacking/saddling/bridling (Each camper will learn the proper process and learn to do all aspects of this process.)
Ground work/handling (Proper handling of the horse on the ground is the first step in establishing leadership.)
Extensive ride time (The time allowed for riding will progress as the campers become more efficient in the above process.)
Proper un-tacking process and tack care. (Each camper will learn a proper procedure for un-tacking as well as proper care of their equipment such as cleaning and storage)
Horse bathing/end of day grooming
We will also have activities including horse painting (literally), costume class (dress your horses up), arts & crafts, and other fun games & events. Some of these may include getting wet so please send a change of clothes if your child will be participating in the water games.
- What to wear. To avoid discomfort or injury when riding, we recommend wearing long pants and boots. Have your camper bring shorts, etc. to be more comfortable during the day when not riding. If your camper has a riding helmet, please bring along for the week. If your camper does not have a horseback-riding helmet, we will provide one for use during the week.
- Please bring lunch, a snack to eat and a reusable water bottle. Some treats will be provided so please mark if any allergies on camp form.
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