Campers 8 - 15 years old
How we organize our Camp...Horsemanship Camp campers are placed into groups of 8 or less
based on their riding abilities.
Beginners learn to walk, steer, trot—posting, sitting and half-seat, the basics of cantering and
going over poles and small jumps.
Intermediate campers will work on position—balanced seat, cantering in groups, cantering poles,
jumping higher fences and riding in the field.
Advanced campers will also work on position— cantering and hand galloping in groups, jumping
a course of larger fences, riding without stirrups and lateral movements.
Weather permitting campers will experience trail riding as well.
All campers will groom and tack the horse they ride. Riders will learn the basics of good horse
health care.
Those campers who have been in a more structured horse riding summer camp program will
improve on their skills and learn more difficult movements.
Daily Activities include:
Special Activities:
2021 HORSEMANSHIP SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE:
Session 1: June 14 – June 25 FULL
Session 2: June 28 - July 9 FULL
Session 3: July 12 – July 23 FULL
Session 4: July 26 – August 6 FULL
Session 5: August 9 – August 20 FULL
WAITING LIST:
PLEASE NOTE...if you are looking for a Session or two...please ask to be added to the
Waiting List. We may be able to add a camper or two as we get closer to Summer. Send
your request to woodland16301@verizon.net Thank you :))
COST:
$950 per two-week session, Extended care $180 per TWO week session. NO 1-week
sessions available.
HOURS:
9 am - 4 pm; extended care available 8 am - 9 am and 4 pm - 6 pm.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
A $50.00 administrative fee will be assessed if the camper withdraws from camp before
May 1. However, if the camper withdraws from camp after May 1, Woodland will refund
only 50% of payments already made. Refunds will be made as soon possible.
CONFIRMATIONS:
Confirmations are sent via email. If you do not receive a confirmation within 10 days of
sending your application, please contact us at either 301-421-9156 or at
woodland16301@verizon.net
FOOD:
Although we do have a refrigerator, we recommend that campers bring their lunch,
drinks and snacks in a small cooler; please the label the cooler with their name. We
have soda, water and juice machines and water and energy drinks may be purchased at
the Tack Shop. Parents may also want to give their children some money to spend at
the Tack Shop.
DRESS:
Campers must have their own helmet. They should wear long pants and a hard-soled
boot with a small heel. Our tack shop has a special package of helmet and paddock
boots for $80.00.
How we organize our Camp...Horsemanship Camp campers are placed into groups of 8 or less
based on their riding abilities.
Beginners learn to walk, steer, trot—posting, sitting and half-seat, the basics of cantering and
going over poles and small jumps.
Intermediate campers will work on position—balanced seat, cantering in groups, cantering poles,
jumping higher fences and riding in the field.
Advanced campers will also work on position— cantering and hand galloping in groups, jumping
a course of larger fences, riding without stirrups and lateral movements.
Weather permitting campers will experience trail riding as well.
All campers will groom and tack the horse they ride. Riders will learn the basics of good horse
health care.
Those campers who have been in a more structured horse riding summer camp program will
improve on their skills and learn more difficult movements.
Daily Activities include:
- 1 morning & 1 afternoon riding lesson
- horsemanship lessons: daily care, horse safety, grooming, tacking, feeding, etc.
- interactive lectures
- arts & crafts
Special Activities:
- pizza day
- water games day
- western day
- bareback day
- GRADUATION DAY - Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we will not be holding the
Graduation Day ceremonies. Thank you for understanding.
2021 HORSEMANSHIP SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE:
Session 1: June 14 – June 25 FULL
Session 2: June 28 - July 9 FULL
Session 3: July 12 – July 23 FULL
Session 4: July 26 – August 6 FULL
Session 5: August 9 – August 20 FULL
WAITING LIST:
PLEASE NOTE...if you are looking for a Session or two...please ask to be added to the
Waiting List. We may be able to add a camper or two as we get closer to Summer. Send
your request to woodland16301@verizon.net Thank you :))
COST:
$950 per two-week session, Extended care $180 per TWO week session. NO 1-week
sessions available.
HOURS:
9 am - 4 pm; extended care available 8 am - 9 am and 4 pm - 6 pm.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
A $50.00 administrative fee will be assessed if the camper withdraws from camp before
May 1. However, if the camper withdraws from camp after May 1, Woodland will refund
only 50% of payments already made. Refunds will be made as soon possible.
CONFIRMATIONS:
Confirmations are sent via email. If you do not receive a confirmation within 10 days of
sending your application, please contact us at either 301-421-9156 or at
woodland16301@verizon.net
FOOD:
Although we do have a refrigerator, we recommend that campers bring their lunch,
drinks and snacks in a small cooler; please the label the cooler with their name. We
have soda, water and juice machines and water and energy drinks may be purchased at
the Tack Shop. Parents may also want to give their children some money to spend at
the Tack Shop.
DRESS:
Campers must have their own helmet. They should wear long pants and a hard-soled
boot with a small heel. Our tack shop has a special package of helmet and paddock
boots for $80.00.
One summer I went to camp and I haven't left since then. My friends and great instructors keep me coming back. I have so many great memories here. ~ Therese My daughter has been attending Woodland Summer Camp for nine years and absolutely loves it. She gets a lot of riding time in a supportive, low-key environment and all the horse-related activities are a lot of fun. She wouldn't ride anywhere else! ~ Anne Awesome - (my daughter) returned for the fifth year. Each experience has built on the preceding one. She has become more responsible. She has made lasting friendships and her love for horses continues to deepen. My daughter looks forward to these two weeks every year. No matter how hot, she always has a great time! Both of our children started as "Early Bird Camp" kids with no experience with horses. Both are now not only confident riders, but at ease around horses and knowledgeable about the basic elements of their care. |
Cost: 2-week session $950 |
| HORSEMANSHIP CAMP 2021 |
All Registration forms must be turned in one week before the start of Camp. Thanks.
| Woodland Horse Center 16301 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20905 301-421-9156 fax: 301-421-9049 woodland16301@verizon.net |
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Camp Notice: Our COVID-19 Adjusted Plan
Mandatory Equipment Requirements:
Optional Equipment Requirements:
Please note: Camper Arrival Times will be staggered. You will receive an
email with your campers arrival time slot the week before camp begins.
Thank you for understanding.
Changes to our Schedule:
Mandatory Equipment Requirements:
- own helmet and gloves
- sign a COVID-19 waiver available on our website
Optional Equipment Requirements:
- crop
- grooming kit (better if you have your own but we will provide if needed)
- halter & lead rope
Please note: Camper Arrival Times will be staggered. You will receive an
email with your campers arrival time slot the week before camp begins.
Thank you for understanding.
Changes to our Schedule:
- NO Graduation Day. In Lieu of graduation we will hold a mock show
- Limited crafts
- more lessons
- campers must wear masks in designated areas and when unable to
social distance - students will be evaluated Day 1 and placed in appropriate groups
based on riding ability and remain in those groups for the duration of
the session
COVID-19 WAIVER Please complete, sign, and bring to the barn |
