Horse Camps in Yelm, Washington (Thurston County)

Monday through Friday (all 5 days)
10 am - 2 pm
You will spend our day learning about the horses, as well as the care of the horses. We’ll working with our horses both on the ground as well as in the saddle! Trail rides, crafts, and a great time!

We have a high trainer-to-rider ratio that allows us to focus on the needs and skills of each rider individually whether they are just starting out or wanting to continue their training.

April 1st - 5th, 2024.

Bring a friend and get 15% off your camp fees!
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Not just for kids!, Try a guided horseback ride along trails that wind through our beautiful forests. We have guided horseback trail riding for riders of all ages and skill levels (kids to adults; beginner to advanced). This is a small privately owned ranch. All trail rides are guided at a "walk only" by an experienced and knowledgeable trail guide who leads riders in small groups of 1-4 riders. We specialize in confidence building. We ride rain or shine; we use comfy waterproof lap blankets to keep our riders warm and dry in poor weather conditions. We have a huge variety of ride types, from one half hour to all day rides, we'll even plan an overnight camping trip. Get more than just a trail ride, as we sponsor seasonal treat rides (egg hunt ride, trick n treat ride, candy cane ride, patriotic ride, and sweetheart ride) and riding in prize/raffle/poker rides sponsored by others. We also offer family or small group rides for birthdays, campfires, lunch/dinners, picnics, wine tasting (age appropriate), scavenger hunts, and more! We will design a special riding event for you. All riding is at a walk on trails suited to the rider skill level. Learn to ride as you enjoy our beautiful Washington forested trails, no more riding in circles in a boring arena! We can short ride local or haul our horses to any of the many local trailheads. We adjust our rides to rider needs and wants - we can ride flat boring trails to back country in the mountains with amazing scenic views. Our horses are well mannered and easy to control, not sluggish or asleep. Every ride is unique, enjoyable, and fun! Plus there is always the thrilling possibility that the local wildlife might make an appearance; bunnies, eagle, deer, elk, bear, bobcat, etc. Contact us for trail riding rates. All riding fees are “time in the saddle”, no paying for the time it takes to brush groom and tack the horse. Horses are ready to ride when the rider arrives, unless the rider wants to participate/learn. Riding rates are reasonable and we have frequent rider discounts. Do you like free? We teach horse/riding care for free! Watch for our “open house” nights and ride for free. All ranch rules apply. Visit our website at www.EchoRiverRanch.com, , or call/text for price quotes. We have gift certificates too!... See More

CEC specializes in Dressage, Hunter/Jumpers, Eventing and operates a
full service Training Stable and Formal Riding School. CEC adheres to
International Approved and Accredited Riding Programs that are
accepted world wide with approved training methods and philosophies.
CEC advocates the humane treatment of all equines and strives for
excellence and adheres to the highest ethical standards in all
equestrian practices in the equine industry.
CEC offers professional instruction and training, with 25 years
experience and continued education, offering expertize in Horse
Mastership, the art of caring for the horse and all aspects of the
their well being and Horsemanship, the art of riding or equitation.
Our philosophies are to develop educated riders with humane practices
and a respectful relationship with horses, developing correct natural
riding techniques.

CEC lessons include the opportunity to experience all aspects of
horses, not just the riding lesson, we teach stable care, horse care
and riding techniques in our lessons and students help care for their
mount before and after lessons.

CEC ponies and horses are imported from overseas and are quality bred
for temperament, talent and intelligence and our school herd are
professionally trained, experienced and well mannered safe, horses and
ponies, offering a competitive edge for our students to compete at
schooling to professional shows.
CEC offers lessons, training, showing ,leasing, sales, educational
classes, student work exchange, instructor and barn management
classes, summer camps, toddler programs, school groups, scouts,
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NWNHC Kids Camps are not just about riding. They are comprehensive programs that teach the responsibilities of horse ownership, how to be safe around horses and how to build a partnership with the horse through leadership; not fear and intimidation.

Your child will learn how horses communicate with each other and how they can use that “language” to “speak to” and understand the horse. It all starts with playing seven games and progresses to riding with a centered seat and proper balance.

Your child will also express their love of the horse through innovative art projects that reinforce their learning and help them exercise their creative instincts.

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Horses, goats and chickens... Oh My!! Overlake Farm Camp in Bellevue, Washington offers summer camp for kids 7-12. The session are Monday - Friday from 9-3. Kids will experience horsemanship lessons in a safe and fun environment. In addition to introducing your little horse enthusiast to our equine friends, the kids explore farm life: feeding chickens & goats, archery, camp fires, plant identification, hikes, and lunches in the tee pees.... See More

Specializing in small groups and unique experiences, Camp Tashunka has been offering Backpacking, Horse, Paintball, and Snow Sport Camps since 2002. Now adding to our programs for the new year we are offering Adventure, Farm Life, Ghost Towns, Hiking, Mustangs, Outdoor Living, TV & Film Production camps, and Twilight Book & Movie Tours. Sign up early because space is limited! Check out http://www.camptashunka.com/Programs/Camps/CampMatrix.html for more information!... See More

HHEC INC. offers Summer Day Camps teaching the student about the horse on the ground and mounted. Western or English Style is offered. Lots of hands on experience with the horse in a safe, fun and educational setting. Camps are week long mon through fri 9.00 am to 4 pm. also one day camps offered throughout the summer and school year. Year around lessons offered also. For more information visit our website www.hhecinc.com and call for signup.... See More

Whether you are a child, teen, or adult, a beginner or advanced rider Mone Farms offers summer day camps for all ages and skill levels. Each camp offers a variety of activities for students to experience horses. Students can learn showmanship/groundwork, basic horse care, around-the-barn work, bareback, english and western disciplines, go on a trail ride, do jumping, and much more! Mone Farms has many fabulous school horses that students will fall in love with! Give us a call or an email and we will gladly help you schedule your week devoted to horses!... See More

Pony Paradise Rides summer day camp series offers campers an opportunity to enjoy life on the farm from many perspectives with our camp coordinator with 40 + years in the horse and art world. We will be teaching teamwork, leadership and farming skills, as well as, arts and crafts and of course horse skills. Horseback riding, horse and pony driving, horsemanship care and skills will be taught in our daily horse time. Camp will also include stabling skills, grooming skills and riding instruction. Our herd of 10+ horses and ponies include mounts suitable for all skill levels. Camps are limited to a maximum of 10 campers per session ( with a mininum of 6 campers) to ensure plenty of one on one time with horses and ponies. Prices range from $225- $450 per week, as we have half and full day camps available as well as before and after camp hours to assist with parent schedules. Complete details of camp and schedule available on our web site at www. ponyparadiserides.com.... See More

There are so many amazing animals, plants, fungi, and other living beings on the farm that help to make this place what it is! From learning about animal communication to exploring life on Ames Creek and the Sultan River that both run through our farm, we will delve deeper into the beauty and magic of life on the farm. Farm journeys from waterways to migration routes, there are many animals, elements, and other beings that migrate, move through, and contribute to the farm environment. We might do some tracking, visit the river, think about different life cycles and journeys, create maps, and try our hand at different forms of navigation. We take a stand to inspire mindful behavior, sustainable stewardship, and animal husbandry.​From the youngest to oldest camper everyone is an active participant in daily barn activities! 

​Working with horses and farm animals fosters values of teamwork, respect, and responsibility. With guidance from our knowledgeable instructors, campers will care for a wide variety of animals.

​Boost teamwork skills with fun horsemanship games on and off the saddle.

​Gardening and the growing cycle by planting in our garden.

​Hands-on investigation of nature to explore deeper cycles of life.

​Our camps are aimed to create a space for kids to have fun, be curious and become thoughtful about the world around them. We want to share the magic of horses and nature.  ... See More