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Basics Camp - Monday July 27th to Friday July 31st
Challenge Camp - Monday August 17th to Saturday August 22nd
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
Come live and breathe horses for a whole week with other horse crazy kids!
Ladybug Stables summer camp balances fun & education for riders ages 8 to 18. Sleepover or day camps are available.
All Camps Include
1 private lesson on Monday
1 “Amazing Horse Race” & Picnic
4 - 5 lessons with 3 riders or less
2 relaxing trail rides
5 theory lessons
Delicious homemade food & snacks
You may bring your horse, or use our well trained school horses.
Lessons tailored to each camper
Our Camps
Basics Camp - develops a solid foundation for ENGLISH or WESTERN riders. Riding groups are small and campers will be grouped according to their riding level. On Friday, parents are invited to a
gymkhana & skills demonstration.
Challenge Camp - builds upon the skills taught in the Basics Camp with a focus on Hunter/Jumper showing. Campers may attend a Mattawa Equestrian Club show on last day of camp with most of their show fees covered in the cost of camp.
A DAY AT CAMP - Here is what to expect, we are sure you will love it!
7:00am — Wake up & feed horses
8:00am — Breakfast Time
8:15am — Day Camp Drop-Off
8:30am — Clean barn & Groom
9:00am —1st group riding lesson
9:45am — 2nd group riding lesson
10:30am —3rd group riding lesson
(On Monday riders get private lessons)
12:00pm — Lunch Time
12:30pm — Crafts, woodworking, games & then swimming
2:30pm — Theory Lessons
3:45pm — Different every day
(Example: Finish Private Lessons, Trail Rides, Games on Horseback, The “Amazing Horse Race” & Picnic, Prepare for Horse Show)
5:00pm — Feed Horses & chores
6:00pm — Day Camp Pick-Up
6:15pm — Dinner Time
7:00pm — Bonfire, Songs, Skits, Games, free time & get ready for bed time.
9:30pm — Bed Time!
*Some times are subject to change
Theory Lessons
In addition to riding, campers are taught daily theory lessons. Each lesson is taught in fun way so the kids don’t even know that they are learning!
Theory topics include:
Parts of the horse (muscles & skeleton)
Bandaging & Wrapping
Diet & Feeding
First aid & how to take Vital Signs
Tack care & adjustment
Riding position & Corrections
And many more!
Other Activities
Ladybug Stables camp isn’t only riding! We have a multitude of activities to keep the kids busy all the time.
Swimming
Wood working Projects
Crafts and Cooking Horse Treats
Campfires, Stories and Games
“The Famous Human Horse Show”
Skits and Song Competitions
Ladybug Sleepover Summer Camp Checklist
*Label ALL items with the child’s full name. Mark with permanent marker.
*Keep all bathing & swimming items in a mesh bag to prevent molding.
*Keep toiletries in a separate sealed bag so it will stay clean and convenient.
*Do not bring new clothing; they might get ruined.
*If attending the Challenge Camp, store your show clothes in a separate bag, so they will stay clean for the MEC show.
o Tent
o Sleeping Bag
o Air Mattress or Foam Pad
o Pillow (s)
o Folding Chair
o 6 + pairs underwear
o 2 pairs of shorts
o Bathing Suit
o 1-2 pairs of riding pants
o 2-3 pairs of regular pants
o 2 Towels
o 6-10 pairs of socks
o Riding Boots
o Pajamas
o Running Shoes
o Hair Brush
o Tooth Paste and Brush
o Riding Helmet, Gloves
o Soap/facecloth/Shampoo/Conditioner
o Work Gloves, Rubber Boots
o Sun Screen (the sun is hot)
o Rain Coat
o Water Bottle
o Warm Coat
o Camera (optional)
o Flashlight and batteries
o Hat (the sun is hot)
o Laundry Bag (for dirty cloths)
"Bring your own horse" Checklist
Label ALL items. Mark with permanent marker.
Keep everything in a tack trunk or Rubbermaid container with a lid.
If possible, leave your horse trailer on property to store your feed and tack.
Saddles must have safety stirrups.
MUST BRING:
Saddle with safety stirrups
2 + Clean saddle pads
Bridle
Girth
Grain Bucket
9+ bales of hay
2 halters/2 lead ropes
Grain (instructions below)
Show pad for Challenge Camp
GROOMING KIT (Rubber Curry, Dandy Brush, Body Brush, Mane pulling comb, Tail brush, Hoof pick, 2 rags and 2 Sponges, Horse Shampoo, Fly Repellent, Show Sheen)
OPTIONAL
Crop, Protector (foam) pads, Martingale, Breast Collar, Supplements, Bell Boots/Horse Boots, Polo Wraps, Rain Sheet, Cooler/Light blanket, Horse Treats, Lunging Equipment...
PREPARING YOUR HORSE FOR CAMP
FITNESS – Your horse will be asked to work hard during camp. We will be riding 2X day so you must get your horse fit before bringing him to camp. Every horse is different, so you should talk to your coach about how to go about increasing your horses’ fitness. You need to gradually increase his workload and expect 3-4 weeks of riding to get your horse fit enough for camp.
FEEDING – Getting your horse fit will require more fuel. If your horse is not regularly on grain you may begin adding a small amount of grain to his diet as you add exercise. Some horses have health issues that do not allow them to eat grain, make sure that you talk to your vet or coach before changing your horses’ diet. When increasing your horse feed you MUST increase his workload.
PACKING YOUR HORSES FEED - Don’t prepare your horses’ feed before camp because his diet is likely to change over the week. Bring enough grain for 2 weeks. We may gradually increase the horses’ grain as the week progresses if he is showing that he might needs more energy.
REMEMBER: Every horse is an individual. Always increase feed and workload gradually.
Contact Daisy for a plan to introduce feed and work into your horses’ diet at least a month before the camp you plan to attend.
