Equestrian Resident

EQUESTRIAN RESIDENT CAMP

AT SPRINGMAID MOUNTAIN (Rising 4th - Rising 8th Grades)

Campers must be 9 years old before the first day of camp Week-long residential equestrian camps are offered at Springmaid Mountain Resort in Spruce Pine, NC, during the month of July. Visit SpringmaidMountain.com to learn more about the resort.

Campers of all levels will improve their horsemanship and riding skills while making new friends who share their passion for horses. A brief evaluation will be given to each rider on the first day of camp and the Equestrian Program Supervisor will place campers in the group that best fits their riding level. We will do our best to place campers in the group where they will be able to learn and improve the most, however, campers may be moved to a more suitable group at the discretion of the Equestrian Program Supervisor. Daily activities will take place in co-ed groups and all campers will share a bunkhouse, with boys and girls residing in separate rooms. All groups will play games and learn horsemanship skills on and off the horses. As opportunities arise, campers will be able to help with farm chores, watch a horse get new shoes or see the veterinarian in action. In addition to everything equine, campers will enjoy hiking, tubing, group games, an overnight camp out (weather permitting), many more outdoor activities and a dance on Friday night. Campers will perform a demonstration at 10am on Saturday morning. Parents are responsible for transportation. Below are examples of camp riding groups offered (subject to change based on camp attendance and rider skill level): NOVICE: Campers will be introduced to horses and learn safety procedures around the barn. They will learn to groom, saddle and ride independently.

INTERMEDIATE: Campers will quickly review all skills from the Novice group and will progress to slightly more advanced horses and exercises. They will also learn to ride at a slightly faster pace and begin to refine control of the horse.

ADVANCED: For campers who have progressed through Intermediate English skills and are ready to continue practicing challenging skills in the saddle.

CAMP DETAILS

WHEN? Sunday to Saturday WHERE? Springmaid Mountain Resort, 2171 Henredon Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777 COST? $885; Nonrefundable deposit due at registration: $50

Greenway members receive 10% off balance of camp Please review camp cancellation policy before registering.

WEEK DATES

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9 July 9 - 15

July 16 - 22

July 23 - 29

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