Seaton Hackney’s Equestrian Summer Camp transforms an ordinary summer into a summer of exploration for riders of all abilities. Campers ages 5-17 learn basic safety, grooming, tacking and barn management skills while having an opportunity to ride 2-3 times daily through lessons, trail rides, lunging sessions and Equisthenics.
The camp features an array of hands-on activities and themed events to create the perfect blend of education and fun. Campers can expect to expand their love and knowledge of horses while making connections to the world around them.
“Our camp is unplugged and fully outdoors and we teach kids everything about horsemanship—but at the same time they are also learning lessons about love and compassion, friendship and kindness,” says Manager Lisa Arent.
Campers work on daily badges in many areas including mini cart driving, equine breeds, colors and markings, equine health and first aid, braiding and show grooming, careers in the industry (featuring demonstrations by veterinarians and farriers) and other horsemanship matters.
Camp counselors hail from all over the world and bring a fun and exciting international flair to the program by introducing a wide range of exciting activities related to their own culture.
Weekly camps run all summer until Labor Day. Half- and full-day sessions are available for all ages and abilities.
“In these often stressful times, horses can provide so many different benefits to kids of all ages—there are therapeutic, educational and sports elements to everything we do here and we love to see campers bonding not only with the horses but building lifelong friendships with each other,” Arent says.
440 South St., Morristown
973-644-3355
seatonhackney.com