OVERNIGHT CAMP DATES 2012 - Camps I, II, III, V,

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 PICTURES FROM CAMP 2011!!- click on links below:

Girls Camp       Cowboy Camp

Our Camps are family owned and operated and are very small and personalized. We do not have a schedule set in stone. Horseback riding and horse care are the main objective of our camps. We do include many other fun activities that might change from camp to camp. Weather of course can change a schedule drastically but we still always have lots of fun. Most of our activities are outdoors unless weather prohibits.

HORSES, HORSES, HORSES:

        Our focus is mainly on teaching your child about horseback riding and care of the horse.  We teach your child to love the horse and all the fun that goes along with english and western riding.  Our program incorporates good horsemanship and team work, while the children help each other to understand the basics or riding all the way up to advanced horseback riding skills.  The campers ride in the riding arena daily (weather permitting) and learn the overall basics of riding or improve the riding skills they have already acquired. They even get to go on a trail ride through our 45 acre mini ranch. They ride past the pet cemetery and the rustic "postal" bunk house (it used to be an ole post office)  and then back through the trails. Maybe they will see a deer or two or maybe a crazy jack rabbit. We divide the camp into small groups (average about 6-7) based on their age, level and who their friends are .  You will be amazed at what the kids can learn about horses in a week, much less all summer. Hopefully you can come watch on Friday as they show off their new/old talent.  The kids will learn parts of the horse , saddle , bridle and other equipment. We will teach them safety while riding and when around the animals. They will learn the different medical conditions and about leg wrapping techniques for exercising the horse or treating an injury. Campers will also learn mounted exercises to help the riders physical condition and different emergency procedures to take if needed. 

 

PETTING ZOO - MINI'S

       During our FARM day camp the kids will also have the opportunity to groom, lead , wash and just mess around with our super cute "mini" PETTING ZOO. We have tiny tiny horses, goats ,cows and short legged dogs (Welsh Corgi Pembroke), who can't wait for camp. Who knows what else you might find in the ZOO. It varies from year to year . Rabbits? ducks? chickens? baby goats or maybe even a baby horse?  Come see it is always exciting here at the farm.

SWIMMING POOL:

      The kids love jumping in our big in ground pool to cool off after being at the barn and riding horses.  The kids go with their group across the pasture up to the Doherty resident pool .They are escorted by our certified life guard and their counselor and splash around and play group games or they can just relax under the big oak trees surrounding the pool.  The pool does have a shallow end with stairs (3'6) and the deep end with a ladder (9').  We do not allow diving and we do not provide swimming lessons. Our pool is to cool off in on a hot summer day. Please let us know if your child is not a good swimmer. Children are welcome to bring a life jacket or floaties. The camp groups are supervised at all times and our charismatic counselors are a big part of the fun.

 

***ALSO NEW - 10% discount if registered for more than 1 overnight camp (same camper)

2012 - 6 night overnight camps:
II. COWBOY CAMP -

 Sunday June 24th 6:00 pm- Saturday June 30th 10:30 am
BOYS ONLY AGES 8-15   $ 625.00
Boys will arrive at the HCF rustic bunk house and pick one of the many bunk beds or maybe they will prefer a bunk in the ranch barn shed adjoining. The ranch bunk house originates from the late 1800's and has had a little modernization , with a bathroom, shower ,  & fans. NO TELEVISION or CELL PHONES . Everyone will acquaint with each other and tell where they are from. In the past we have had campers from all around the world and we welcome them. Your boys will get to experience the Texas hill country telling stories around the camp fire, riding horses daily, swimming in our big in ground pool , visits to Pioneer Town, Cowboy Museum, Wonderworld and who knows what else might come along. Fishing, archery, hiking , arts and crafts  also might be part of the fun. Learning to care for the horse and his tack, roping goats, horseback trail rides, painting rocks, field trips to local attractions,  and out for an ice cream might be part of a fun day at Cowboy camp. Country Cooking is another thing the boys are wild about. Eggs, Bacon, biscuits , pancakes, fruit, sausage, orange juice make a great way to start the day. We do all the cooking right here in our house and the kids become part of the family and everyone eats well when they are bunkin' with us. What a great way for your son to have a summer vacation while gettin' down and dirty at this great cowboys camp! Our Camps are family owned and operated and are very small and personalized.

III. GIRLS RIDING CAMP -

July 5th 6:00pm - July 11th 12:00 Noon
GIRLS AGES 7-17 - $625.00
The key words are HORSES, HORSEBACK RIDING, HORSES, RIDING, AND MORE HORSES. If you are a horse lover or think you might be, then this is the camp for you. We ride and then we ride and then we ride some more. Our instruction usually focuses on the hunter/jumper style of riding but at this fun overnight camp it is the campers choice as long as it is horseback riding . We ride in the arena , cross country course , pastures and on trail rides anywhere from 2-6 hours a day. The girls will also spend a lot of time grooming, bathing and just loving on the horses. Our riding camps are fun for any level of rider from the super beginner to the advanced rider. We have all sizes and shapes of horses or you can bring your own horse (with HCF approval ) .Girls will arrive at the HCF rustic bunk house and pick one of the many bunk beds or maybe they will prefer a bunk in the ranch barn shed adjoining. The ranch bunk house originates from the late 1800's and has had a little modernization, like a bathroom, shower , No Television or cell phones & fans. Everyone will acquaint with each other and tell where they are from. In the past we have had campers from all around the world and we welcome them. Your boys will get to experience the Texas hill country telling stories around the camp fire, riding horses daily, swimming in our big above ground pool, visits to Pioneer Town, Cowboy Musuem, Wonderworld and who knows what else might come along. Fishing, archery, hiking , arts and crafts  also might be part of the fun.

 

3 night -OVERNIGHT RIDING CAMPS-
 $395.00

I. June 7-10 Girls only ages 7-17

 

. We added these camps  because there was such a demand.  These 3 night camps are perfect for 1st time campers or maybe you are limited for time. These camps are very similar to the other overnight camps just a shorter time period. The camp is all about horses and riding.

 

V. Aug 8-12th

4 night overnight camp - Girls only

Girls ages 7-17  $495.00

 

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**Due to the popularity and limited space of our Overnight Camps, all reservations require a full payment to secure your placement. These camps are OVERNIGHT and we discourage any communication with parents to avoid home sickness. Of course parents are welcome to contact Marylaura (e-mail is best) by email . We ask for parents to consider this before deciding to sign-up for overnight camp. NO CELL PHONES or other forms of outside contact ( internet). Letters are always welcome and kids can mail letters also. send stamps and letter material.

All campers must have  participation agreement and Camp registration forms filled out and signed before camp and payment in full to reserve your spot . We cannot take your reservation without full payment!
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