2009 MINI CAMPS

Fall dates have been posted.  Check them out below!!

Each fall camp will be three hours long, and geared around one of the themes listed below.   All camps include riding (weather permitting)as well as hands on barn activities. They are appropriate for all riding levels, no experience required. 

Sunday, Sept. 13, 1:00-4:00- Gymkhana Games
Sunday, Sept. 20, 1:00-4:00- Jousting
Saturday, Sept. 26, 10:00-1:00- Trail Obstacles
Sunday, Sept. 27, 1:00-4:00- Vaulting

 Which theme is right for you?

Vaulting is gymnastics on horseback.  We start off slowly learning the basics on our vaulting barrel, and then move up to doing limited movements on the real horse. Kids love this one!
Vaulting camp will Sunday, Sept. 27, from 1 pm until 4 pm.


In our "Horse Lovers" camp kids will learn all about our furry friends.  They will learn and practice the basics in riding and horse care while getting to know our horses up close.
We will not have our Horse Lovers camp this fall.


Gymkhana Games are a traditional activity in America.  In our games camp kids will learn about barrel racing, pole bending and more, both on their feet and on a horse.  This camp is lots of fun for riders of all levels!
Gymkhana Games camp will be Sunday, Sept. 13th, from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm.


 

In our trail riding camp kids will learn how to manuver their horses through obstacles commonly found while trail riding.  Obstacles include things like crossing bridges, guiding through tight spaces, and putting on a rain coat while on your horse. 

Trail Riding camp will be Saturday, Sept. 26th, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm.

Jousting is Maryland's official state sport.  We give kids an introduction to this historically important game in a fun way.  At the end of the camp kids will be able to put their skills to the test on our jousting course.

Jousting camp will be Sunday, Sept. 20th, from 1:00 until 4:00 pm.


Contact the Salty Ponies at 443-944-7561