CAMP FAQ's

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General Questions

​What is your camp all about?

Our horseback riding camps are designed for kids who love horses! Campers enjoy daily riding sessions, hands-on horse care including grooming and tacking. We also have fun equine-themed activities and crafts. 

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Who can attend camp?
We welcome campers of various skill levels—from beginners to those with some riding experience. Our registration form includes questions about riding experience so we can group campers appropriately. 

 

Beginner campers will ride with a qualified instructor and gain hands-on experience with the basics of horsemanship. Over the course of the week, they will learn to trot on the lunge line, develop beginning steering skills, and become familiar with the parts of the horse, saddle, and bridle.

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Campers who already have riding experience will advance their skills by developing stronger position and control, with opportunities to canter and ride over cross rails when skill level and safety allow.

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Where and when does camp take place?
Camps are held at The Stables at Wulf Crest Farm in Leesburg, VA. Specific session dates and times are listed on the camp registration form each seasonal cycle. 

 

What are the daily camp hours?

• Full Day: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Half Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 

 

Registration & Fees

How much does camp cost?

• Full Day: $600 per week

• Half Day: $400 per week
  A 50% deposit is required at registration to secure your camper’s spot. 

 

What if I need to cancel or change weeks?

• Cancellations made 30+ days before the start of camp: $100 administrative fee per week (remaining deposit refunded).

• Cancellations made within 14 days of camp start: non-refundable.

• You may transfer your camper to a different week with at least 30 days’ notice and available space. 

 

Forms & Paperwork

What forms are needed for camp?
You’ll complete the online camp registration form. The form collects necessary information such as camper details, emergency contact info, riding experience, and camp week selection. 

 

A week before camp starts you will be sent our Camper Welcome Packet which includes our daily schedule, medication consent form,  liability waiver, and barn rules agreement.

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Camp Activities

What will campers do each day?
Camp activities typically include:

• Morning riding lessons

• Grooming and horse care

• Learning to tack up safely

• Mounted and ground horsemanship

• Fun horse themed arts & crafts and games

 

Do campers need prior riding experience?
No! Whether your camper has never ridden before or has some experience, our instructors provide a supportive learning environment. The registration form asks about experience to help us place campers in appropriate groups. 

 

What to Bring & Wear

What should my camper bring?

• Comfortable clothes suitable for riding including long pants

• Riding boots or close-toed boots with a heel (required for safety)

• A change of clothes & shoes for full-day campers (all clothes should be OK to get dirty)

• Water bottle, sunscreen, and a snack (lunch if full-day)

• Riding helmet (we have a limited number of helmets for students to borrow, but strongly encourage students to purchase their own helmets to ensure the best fit)

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*We recommend labeling all personal items*

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Where can I purchase riding equipment?

We recommend the following shops who can help you with purchases:

 

• Dover Saddlery (Chantilly, VA)

• Another Turn Tack Shop (Purcellville, VA- offers new & consigned apparel)

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