Welcome to Ironstone Farm Summer Camp! For over 20 years, our camp has provided students with a fun and safe environment in which to learn basic horsemanship skills and enjoy their camp experience with new friends from many different communities.
A Staff of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals and counselors provide the tools and skills to ensure a positive experience for the students.
Below is an overview of our camp programs. Please call the office with any questions.
Please check with the office regarding age appropriateness of the sessions.
What we offer:
- Lower staff to camper ratio
- Opportunities to receive concentrated instruction
- Education in horsemanship from basic care to show preparation
- Unique experiences in the working farm environment from the "inside"
- Activities in team building and leadership development
- Enthusiastic instructors who encourage self-confidence, new friendships and long lasting memories
Show Day
On Friday of each week, students are able to demonstrate what they've learned at camp. Each rider is invited to bring family and friends to watch them ride. We end the day with an award presentation.
Afternoon Session
The afternoon camp session will focus on developing leadership skills and teamwork within the farm environment. A variety of activities will include horsemanship, games, and arts & crafts. The daily format will be geared to the individual skills of the participants.
For those students participating in both the morning and afternoon sessions, there will be a supervised lunch break from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Please pack a lunch!
What to bring:
Sneakers & Boots
Britches, sweats or jeans
Insect Repellent
Sunscreen
Snack or lunch
Equestrian helmet *
Bring plenty to drink ~ we suggest a bottle that can be refilled with water!