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Girls participating in a horse program will be taken to their session by their counselors at the appropriate time. All programs take place at Chariot Rider’s Equestrian Center located on-site adjoining Sacajawea Day Camp. When they are not participating in horse camp, girls will participate in basic camp activities. The same program will be offered in the AM and PM session; placement in either the AM or PM session will be based on registration numbers. Progressive learning based on riding skills/horsemanship! Be sure to read How To Pick a Horse Program for Your Rider for guidance regarding which program is right for your child. Horse Program Descriptions:Level 1: Saddle Sampler (English & Western) This half day equestrian exploration is available in AM or PM session. Saddle Sampler is open to Kindergarten and up for both girls and boys. Riders will be divided into smaller groups within their session based on age and ability. Take part in riding lessons and learn to take care of your horse. Campers will get to try Western and/or English styles. No previous experience required. Saddle Sampler is also open to sibling Tag-A-Longs as well.
Level 2: Silver Spurs (Western) or Pony Tails (English) During daily riding lessons, you will learn to ride in an arena without a lead line, demonstrate the basic balanced position at the halt and walk, and demonstrate control at the walk and the trot according to your riding style.
Level 3: Take the Reins (Western) Improve your riding skills during daily lessons and learn to groom, saddle, and care for horses. Learn how to pick up stirrups without looking, walk your horse over ground poles and practice steering while jogging figure eights and serpentines! Level 3: The Mane Event (English) Improve your riding skills during daily lessons and learn to groom, saddle and care for horses. Learn the rising trot and half seat jumping position. Practice your trot over ground poles, changing diagonals and more!
Level 4: Saddle Up (Western) Each day refining your riding style and participating in lessons on theory and horsemanship. Perfect your upward downward transition at the walk and the trot, take your horse through a fan of poles, practice your lope, and take your horse over the obstacles. Level 4: Mount Up (English) Each day refining your riding style and participating in lessons on theory and horsemanship. Learn how to jump a cross rail at the trot, practice your canter, and go on a trail ride to jump a fence in the open.
Level 5: Wild West Adventure (Western) Focus on Western Pleasure, reining and trail work. Sharpen your skills in gymkhana and practice timed events like barrel racing, pole bending, keyhole and a flag race! Develop your reining techniques from circles to flying change.
Equestrian AdventureOur redesigned horse programs feature both Western and English saddle style with progressive learning based on the riding skills and horsemanship of each individual girl. Sacajawea Day Camp offers both AM and a PM horse programs. Sacajawea riders walk to Chariot Riders, Farmingdale adjacent to our camp.
The Horse Show is open to all riders regardless of their level of achievement or mastery during horse camp or girls who have taken riding lessons throughout the year. Reminders: Our riding programs are progressive lessons based on learning and mastering skills. Horsemanship takes time, patience and practice. Some children will master skills faster than others. Please consider this when registering. Your child may have finished a specific riding program yet she needs more practice to master the skills associated with that program. Once your rider has completed a week, you will receive a progress report showing what skills were covered and what skills were mastered. Staff will make appropriate suggestions for the next riding program. Every rider is evaluated on the first day of the first program. An initial report is sent home via email on Monday. Friday the week’s progress report is sent. Every week riders will learn and practice the skills they need to master for a great riding experience. Le TrecDiscover the world of Trec, one of the fastest growing equestrian sports that every horse and rider can enjoy. The emphasis is on having fun with your horse! The sport is made up of three phases: orienteering, control of gaits, and a cross country obstacle course. Participate in daily lessons that will teach you how to overcome various challenges in the natural environment. This program takes place at Chariot Riders, Manchester. Round-trip bus transportation is provided.
Trail Rides (grades 2+)Girls and boys can register for a one-hour trail ride every Tuesday after the close of day camp. This program runs from 4:00-6:00 pm. While not riding, campers will engage in activities focused on equestrian education. Snacks will be served. Available at Sacajawea Day Camp only. Parents/guardians are responsible for transportation home.
Game Night with the HorsesGame Night with the Horses is offered from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm in conjunction with campfires to registered campers. Girls may extend their day to play games with the horses, reinforcing skills learned used in the horse program. The games, dinner (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) and the campfire are included. Parents/Guardians are responsible for transportation home. Horse ClubGirls who register for horse camp during the summer are invited to join our Horse Club. We are now offering for the first time ever, a chance for discounted prices on our horse units at day camp for active members of one of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore's Horse Clubs. 3rd Annual Horse ShowAll girls who ride at one of ours facilities or another riding center/bar are invited to participate in our 3rd Annual Horse Show on Sunday, August 26, 2012 regardless of their level of achievement during horse camp. Important Notices
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