Best Kansas Equestrian Camps Summer 2024-25 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 modern cabins with central A/C and heat, an outdoor pool, a dining hall, a rock amphitheater, a wooded outdoor chapel, a lake for canoes, 2 playgrounds, and more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Director- James Ricker
Program Director- Courtney Troyer
Head Wrangler- Amanda Barnum

Certifications: ACA Accredited, CHA Facility, CCCA

Awards: 2023 Newsweek America's Best Summer Camps

See a full history and philosophy on our website Our Camp Website Link: www.campchippewa.org.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our leadership programs are called Future Chippewa Leaders for 9th-12th graders and Junior Leadership Staff for 11th-1 year out of high school.
See our website for more information, Our Camp Website Link: www.campchippewa.org.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Chippewa scholarships are available to anyone in need of financial aid. Applications can be found on our website. Our Camp Website Link: www.campchippewa.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a one-night, 2 day experience for families with kids in K-5th grade. They will get to experience most of our activities, including the horses, to get a feeling of what overnight summer camp is like.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our main horse camp is called Boots 'N' Bible. Campers will spend the majority of their time at the barn working on their horse skills.
For a full description of our camps and fees go to our website Our Camp Website Link: www.campchippewa.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Chippewa is hiring counselors to help campers in their day-to-day life and activities; and wranglers to teach campers about horses and manage the herd (ages 18+) to see more complete descriptions of the positions, please go to our website CampChippewa.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an indoor and outdoor riding arena plus groomed riding trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Heartland Therapeutic Riding is a Premiere PATH Intl. Accredited Center and all of our instructors are have a PATH Intl Certification. We keep our class and camp sizes small to ensure we are able to meet the individual needs of our participants.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial assistance to help cover our camp fees as needed.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer Therapeutic Riding and Interactive Vaulting sessions throughout the year.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Campers provide their own sack lunch. HTR provides drinks and snacks throughout the day.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.heartlandtherapeuticriding.org for complete information about our 3 Summer Camp Sessions, dates, and fees.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a roundpen, riding arena, indoor facilities for equine studies,games and snack time. . We are in a rustic farm setting with ducks, chickens, goats, cats and dogs in addition to our ponies and horses. Make a day or a week of it! Spend the afternoons fishing, hiking, camping, swimming and boating at the Marion Reservoir. Camp at Marion Resevoir, stay at Lakeshore B&B, or Engler Farm . We have limited camp sites and an airB&B for 6 people (3 rooms) with additional space on a day bed in the living room.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Belinda Engler, director, has been a Special Education teacher for 19 years. She believes that teaching youth to work around a horse safely is always the first step in a successful learning experience. Keeping lessons fun by teaching a skill and then playing games that use that skill has been a rewarding format.

A high rider/wrangler ratio (2/1) and limited number of campers ( just 6 per camp) keeps accidents to a minimum.

Grooming and groundwork(leading, training) are essential. If the horse obeys the camper when he/she is on the ground, then there is a good chance that the horse will obey him/her when he/she is on their back.

Riders begin to ride bareback to develop their balance and progress to a saddle as they show ability to control the horse in the arena at a walk and trot.
Both English and Western saddle/styles are offered.
Campers learn to saddle and bridle their own horse.

Riders may begin cross country riding after progressing to a saddle. Trail rides are offered for the more advanced riders.
A Show n Ride Party will be held in the evening ,the last day of camp. This is a time when parents and friends can come see what the campers have learned.

Fun show opportunities on dates TBA throughout the summer are offered to all levels of riders.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A limited number of Wrangler and Jr. Wrangler positions are available at Engler Farm Horsemanship Camps. Youth 12 through 19 may apply for multiple camps. These are opportunities for youth to learn more about horses while developing their leadership skills.
Buddy discount coupons are available. Looks great on a resume and opens doors for future positions.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Buddy coupons (for friends or siblings) and multiple camp coupons are available at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): In the evenings and on weekends Engler Farm is avaliable for: Cowboy/Cowgirl Birthday Parties, reunions and event packages. Contact us for more information.
Morning and evening horsemanship lessons can be scheduled weekdays and weekends.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A limited number of Internship positions are available for year round. Check out engler farm on facebook for application.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Located by Marion Reservoir, Marion, KS 66861 all are welcome

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Camp 2016 schedule can be seen at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com under events or photos

Fees: $180 for a 4 day camp.
Coupons for discounts are available on our web site.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
There are a limited number of Jr. Wrangler and Wrangler positions available. See our engler farm facebook page  for the application forms .

Wranglers assist campers in following instructions/staying safe at all times especially during horsemanship lessons. Wranglers help campers with the chores- caring for the farm animals. Wranglers also participate and keep an upbeat mood and are good role models during equine study activities and games. Earn a certificate that opens doors at dude ranches and looks great on your resume.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have Pine Haven Lodge and a remodeled kitchen dining hall with a Cordon Bleu educated Chef. We have rustic cabin areas that are the perfect setting for fire side experiences and allowing campers to interact. Indoor arena for rainy day horseback riding. This facility has undergone a face lift and is a beautiful facility.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Mission Creek Camp is a new developed camp for individuals with disabilities, however we are open to all campers. Our staff will be at a 1:3 ratio staff to campers. We have a Registered RN that will be at the camp the entire season. The Core Values Mission Creek Camp are
F- Fun - Live Your Best
R- Relationship - Show Your Best
E- Excellence - Do Your Best
E- Empowerment - Be Your Best

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Counselor In Training Program si still in the planning stages

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our fees are based on the family income of the camper or campers attending. There is also a credit for more than one family member.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Family weekends begin after the camping season the end of August

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: missioncreekcamp.org
The fees for Mission Creek Camp are on a sliding scale depending on your income, verification of your income is needed.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Head Counselors, Counselors and others with experience with disabilities is preferred.

CAMP FACILITIES: Cabins, outdoor pool, dining hall, lake for canoeing, basketball & volleyball courts, horseback riding, archery.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Discovery is accredited by the American Camp Association, and has a full medical and dietary staff. Many of the other staff live with diabetes themselves. Campers receive 24-hour medical supervision and meals and snacks are planned by registered dietitians.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A Counselor-in-Training program is available for teens who have completed grades 11 or 12. Register on the camp Web site.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:

If you require financial ad, please make the rrequest known at the time of registration.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 14-19, 2015

CAMP FACILITIES: Wood's Edge Equestrian Center boasts a state-of-the-art 22 stall barn with an indoor arena, a large outdoor arena and beautiful wooded trails. The facility is fully handicap accessible.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We believe that with the help of horses, doors can be opened that lead to success both in the barn and in life. Miracles happen every day as balance increases, muscles strengthen, hearts soften, friendships develop and self-confidence shines.
We also believe in a hands-on approach to learning and encourage our campers to be involved in all aspects of horsemanship. In addition to riding, we know that grooming, saddling, feeding the horses and barn chores all offer unique opportunities for learning and growth as equestrians, but there are also many physical and mental benefits to these activities as well. We encourage independence in a safe, inclusive environment where individual needs and goals are our primary consideration.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Wood's Edge Equestrian Center offers year-round hunter/jumper, dressage and adaptive riding lessons for riders of all abilities age 4 and older. Rider's Edge Ability Centered Horsemanship (REACH) is available for riders with special needs, all REACH lessons are taught by PATH Intl. certified instructors.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Click on the link for full details and registration info: Our Camp Website Link: www.reachatweec.org

Each camp day is from 9:00am - 3:00pm
Camp fee: $350/week

Session 1: July 8-12, 2019
Session 2: July 22 - 26, 2019