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 a fun and memorable activity for your kiddo this summer? Come Cowboy with us! We’re offering two different series of camps this summer: Cowboy Camp ages 7-15 and Little Cowboys ages 3-7 on our unique herd of miniature ponies. Camps are the size of group lessons and are suitable for total beginners to intermediate riders. Visit the website or business page on Facebook and reach out to set up a meet and greet!... See More