Summer 2024
West River Equine has developed camps to fit anyone who wishes to learn how to ride or advance their current capabilities. Our camps offer smaller student to instructor ratios so riders can gain experience and learn on a more individualized basis.
Introduction to Riding:
No previous riding experience required.
Week A: Open to all ages
Week B: Ages 6-17
9AM - 3PM
Advanced Techniques of Equitation & Hunters:
Riders should be feel comfortable at the walk and trot with some experience at the canter.
Having ridden cross rails is not a requirement, but noted if done so.
Week C: Ages 6-17
Week D: Open to all ages
Week E: Open to all ages
9AM - 3PM
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What should I bring to equestrian camp?
Required
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​Lunch and snacks
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Water
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Sunblock/Hat
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Bug Spray
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Boots with a heel
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Backpack/bag for all your belongings
Encouraged, but not mandatory
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Your own saddle -- regardless of gullet/tree size
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ASTM Certified Helmet
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Notebook & Writing utensils
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Will there be a horse show on the last day of camp?
Yes! Invite your friends, family, and loved ones to watch you and your fellow equestrians show off all you've accomplished and learned during your week at camp! There will be three phases to the horse show. Each phase is scored individually then combined to determine each riders placing.
1. Grooming Test
2. Riding Test
3. Written Test
Ribbons will be awarded at the conclusion of the horse show for 1st - 6th place in accordance to the three show phases. We will also have champion and reserve champion ribbons for our first and second place equestrians; determined by the riding portion only.
Spectators Please Note:
All spectators are required to help maintain a quiet and respectful environment while the students and horses are showing, regardless of the phase. We also ask that you please refrain from bringing any pets or adult substances to the horse show. We suggest you bring a folding chair to help ensure your comfort during this event as the duration of the show is expected to be approximately 2 hours.
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Introduction to Horseback Riding
​Itinerary
Equine Arts & Crafts:
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Mock Horse Show
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Drawing/Painting
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Simon Says with Equine Equipment
Ground exercise:
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Safety around horses
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How to lead
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How to groom
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How to tack up
Riding:
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How to mount and dismount correctly
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Develop a sense of route
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Gait transitions
Group discussion:
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Fundamentals of a good working position
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Introduction to aids
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Attire & Tack
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Parts of the horse
Lab:
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Stall cleaning
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Ground pole setting
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Advanced Techniques of Equitation & Hunters
​Itinerary
Riding:
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Techniques of equine versatility
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Foundations of show ring testing
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Grid exercises for equine form & rider position
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Equitation O/F course
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Hunters O/F course
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Introduction to field derbies (provided time/space is available)
Group Discussion:
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Foundations of Position (Flat and O/F)
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Riders aids
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Uses of Lateral/Longitudinal riding
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Jumps in Depth
Lab:
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Introduction to course setting/walking
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Lunging
Sign Up Information
Step I:
Waiver
All Riders Must Sign
Parents must sign in addition to riders who are under the age of 18
Please email to westriverequine@gmail.com
Step II:
Application
Sign up for whichever camp best suits your riding ability and age
Due to our focus on small student to instructor ratios, acceptances are limited.
First come, first serve basis.
A waiting list is available.
Please answer all questions required and submit at the conclusion of the form.
Riders bringing their own horse must answer all questions and provide up-to-date equine paperwork for biosecurity purposes.
Step III:
Check-Out
First deposit: June 23, 2024
$120
Remaining Balance: 1st day of camp
Payment Method:
Cash
Check -- Made out to West River Equine LLC
Venmo
Venmo Information
