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For camp information, registration, or payment questions, please contact:
Equestrian School
eqschool@kcranch.orgFor the quickest response, email is preferred.
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Summer Riding Camps
Saddle Up for Summer at the Ken-Caryl Equestrian Center
Whether your child is brand new to horses or already loves life in the saddle, our Summer Riding Camps offer an unforgettable experience filled with riding, horsemanship, confidence-building, and fun.
Led by experienced instructors in a safe and supportive environment, campers learn hands-on horse care, riding skills, and barn basics while making new friends and creating lasting memories.
2026 Registration Opens
Resident
Feb 2
9:00 am
Non-Resident
Feb 9
9:00 am
Camp Options
Picnic with the Ponies
Perfect for younger horse lovers, Picnic with the Ponies introduces campers to the basics of horse care and riding in a relaxed and encouraging setting. Campers will learn how to safely interact with horses while building confidence through hands-on activities, grooming, and riding experiences. Parents are invited to attend the final day of camp at 1:15 p.m. to watch campers show off their riding skills.
Maximum of 2 sessions per child.
What to Bring
Each camper should bring:
- Water bottle
- Snack or lunch
- Long pants
- Heeled boots for riding
- Sunscreen
- Hat (recommended)
Helmets are provided, but campers are welcome to bring their own.
Fees
Two-Week Session
$500
$525
Schedule
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am
– 12:00 pm
Sessions
Session 1 Week 1
Jun 2
– Jun 4
Session 1 Week 2
Jun 9
– Jun 11
Session 2 Week 1
Jun 16
– Jun 18
Session 2 Week 2
Jun 23
– Jun 25
Session 3 Week 1
Jun 30
– Jul 2
Session 3 Week 2
Jul 7
– Jul 9
Session 4 Week 1
Jul 14
– Jul 16
Session 4 Week 2
Jul 21
– Jul 23
Session 5 Week 1
Jul 28
– Jul 30
Session 5 Week 2
Aug 4
– Aug 6
Questions
Equestrian School
eqschool@kcranch.org
Equestrian Summer Camp
In this camp students will learn many aspects of horse care including handling, body language and psychology, tack cleaning, grooming, feeding, and, of course, horseback riding! They will have a wonderful horse experience while learning to be safe around horses. Kids may ride either English or Western in any of the camps. These camps are appropriate for kids with a variety of horse experience. Each day of camp includes 1.5 hours of horse contact, including one ride per day. Parents are welcome to join us on the last day of camp at 10:45 a.m. to see their kids show their talent on horseback.
Limit of 2 sessions per child.
What to Bring
Each camper should bring:
- Water bottle
- Snack or lunch
- Long pants
- Heeled boots for riding
- Sunscreen
- Hat (recommended)
Helmets are provided, but campers are welcome to bring their own.
Fees
One-week Session
$500
$525
Schedule
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am
– 12:00 pm
Sessions
Session 1
Jun 1
– Jun 4
Session 2
Jun 8
– Jun 11
Session 3
Jun 15
– Jun 18
Session 4
Jun 22
– Jun 25
Session 5
Jun 29
– Jul 2
Session 6
Jul 6
– Jul 9
Session 7
Jul 13
– Jul 16
Session 8
Jul 20
– Jul 23
Session 9
Jul 27
– Jul 30
Session 10
Aug 3
– Aug 6
Questions
Equestrian School
eqschool@kcranch.org
Volunteer Opportunities
2026 Volunteer Positions Filled
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Ken-Caryl Equestrian Center. All Summer Camp volunteer positions for the 2026 season have been filled.
Volunteers play an important role in supporting our camp programs and helping young riders build confidence around horses. Volunteer opportunities are typically available for individuals ages 11 and older who have prior horse experience and can groom and tack up independently.
If you would like to be notified about future volunteer opportunities, please contact the Riding School:
Email: eqschool@kcranch.org
Phone: 303-972-8456
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Because camp spaces fill quickly and waitlists are common, cancellations and schedule changes are limited.
- A $40 deposit per program is nonrefundable and nontransferable.
2026 Cancellation Deadlines
- On or before May 15, 2026:
- $40 deposit forfeited per week
- Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing
- Schedule changes or session transfers are not available
- After May 15, 2026:
- No refunds or changes available
