Horse Camps in Bennett, Colorado (Adams County)

The camp is designed to be both an educational and fun experience for youth. Ages 10-15 are invited to participate as an overnight camper and ages 10-18 are welcome as day campers. English and Western riding are welcome during both sessions. Campers are under supervision by counselors and/or instructors during their time at CSU. Housing and meals are provided to overnight campers in a university residence hall on the main campus. Overnight campers also will have transportation between main campus and the B.W. Pickett Equine Center by counselors in University vans. Day campers will be required to provide their own food, transportation, and accommodations while attending the camp. Day campers’ horses will be stalled at the B.W. Pickett Equine Center during the duration of the camp.

The camp will begin on Monday (session 1) or Sunday (session 2) with all camper registration and horse check-in at 2:00 p.m. Overnight campers will be transported to the dormitory at 3:00 p.m. by their parents or the counselors to get settled before attending ice-breaking activities with the day campers back at the B.W. Pickett Center at 4:00 p.m. Each camp day will combine riding lessons and lectures on topics such as safety, grooming, nutrition, and horse behavior. Additional activities are designed to expose campers to other areas of the equine industry and help campers get to know one another. Campers will have an opportunity to swim at the CSU Recreational Sports pool on the main campus at least once during the week. On the last morning, campers will demonstrate their skills for their parents before leaving by 11:00 a.m. to return home.

The riding instructors for the camp will be University faculty supported by assistants and counselors who are experienced riding instructors. Lectures and instruction are provided by CSU Equine Sciences faculty, students, and camp counselors.... See More

2018 Camp Dates have been posted!

At Red Fern Farm, we teach all aspects of horse care and riding. Learn to groom and saddle your own horse, and then go for a ride. Our program emphasizes safety and learning, and having TONS of horsey fun!

We offer lessons in both English and Western riding, and have safe and dependable horses and ponies for all sizes and levels of riders. You do NOT need to have your own horse to participate!

Find more information @ www.redfernfarm.org

Camps will meet from 9am-1pm every Monday - Thursday
$80/single day $300/week session (4 days)
Multiple week discount! Second week is just $250! Discount may not be split between children.

Dates:
Standard Horse Camp
June 11-14
June 18-21
June 25-28
July 9-12
July 23-26
July 30- Aug 2
Aug 6-9

Advanced Camp
July 2-5
Aug 13-16
Enrollment in advanced camp is subject to trainer approval, an evaluation lesson is required for any new campers prior to enrollment. Minimum riding skill requirement is the ability to canter and jump cross poles.

Be Prepared!
Campers should bring a snack or lunch and a water bottle every day. Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required, boots with a one-inch heel are preferred. Helmets are
available to borrow, bike helmets OK too.

Please call to register your child TODAY!


Private and group lessons and
BIRTHDAY PARTIES are also available!

-A day in the life of a pony camper...

-Arrive at the stable and greet the horses

-Lead horses from stalls to grooming areas

-Brush your own horse!

-Take your horse out for a ride

-Learn to control your horse all by yourself

-Take horses out for a shower

-Lead horses back to their homes

-Take a break to eat snacks

-Learn all about horses—colors, breeds ….

-Play some FUN horsey games!

Camps are available for kids 7 - 15 years old

Students are split into riding groups based on ability -
lesson horses are available for all levels from brand
new beginners through advanced jumpers!... See More

Looking for western horse camps for kids near Fort Collins or Wellington? I run a large youth program, including kids' spring & summer camps over school breaks.

All camps run Mon-Fri 9am-2pm with early drop-off & late pick-up available
Fridays feature an in-house show/competition with pizza for lunch!
$100/day, $170/day total for 2 siblings (select sibling add-on while signing up)
We provide horses, helmets, & tack, but students are also invited to haul-in their personal horses.

2024 Spring Break Kids Horse Camp March 11th-15th Ages 10-15

2024 Kids Summer Horse Camp Dates:
June 3-7 Level I Ages 10-16
June 17-21 Level II Ages 10-16
July 1-5 Level I Ages 6-9
July 15-19 Level II Ages 10-16
July 29-Aug 2 Special Camp TBD

Level I camps are split into age groups for junior riders (ages 6-9, who are potty-trained) and youth riders (ages 10-16). They are suitable for new riders & students who are already riding, but not yet independently loping. Level I camps will cover catching, grooming, & saddling. Students will independently ride walk/trot (with some loping for those who are ready). Students will get on-property exposure to a range of riding disciplines, including trail/obstacles and intro to western show & gymkhana events. Fridays feature an in-house western show/gymkhana competition, along with free pizza for lunch!

Level II is for youth riders (ages 10-16) who are comfortable loping (not for new students). Level II camps will include hauling off-property to local trails, prepping for western shows (pleasure, reining, ranch riding), and practicing for gymkhana events. (Handy kids slightly above & below this age range will be happily considered.) Fridays feature an in-house western show/gymkhana competition, along with free pizza for lunch!

Typical Camp Day Schedule
9:00am Arrival
9:15-9:45 Chores (feeding, watering, & mucking)
9:45-10:00 Snack/Water/Sunscreen Break
10:00-11:30 Riding
11:30-12:15 Lunch Break/Free time
12:15-1:00 Riding (or inside craft/game)
1:00-2:00 Craft/Game & Cleanup
2:00pm Pickup... See More