Horse Camp Additional Information

Horse Facilities
4-H Camp Marshall is proud of it horse facilities. The main facilities have 72 box stalls, 4 sand riding rings, indoor arena and miles of nature trails. 4-H Camp Marshall also has a separate facility specially designed for our Saddle Up and Young Rider Program. The beginner facilities have a small riding ring and a 6 stall barn. This facility is in a quiet place at camp conducive for those kids just learning horsemanship and riding skills.

Horse Program Goals
1. Development of individual riding skills. Campers will be placed in riding classes appropriate to their riding level according to the riding assessment form and Instructor evaluation. Campers will receive a riding progress report at the end of the week so campers and parents can see the progress made.
2. Expand knowledge of equine science through horse management and care classes.
3. Learn responsibility through daily care of assigned horse.
4. Demonstration of skill. Campers with their Instructor will develop a riding demonstration for Friday’s Demo Day.
5. Have fun with horses in a safe and nurturing environment.

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92 McCormick Road, Spencer, MA 01562 • 508-885-4891 • jeanne@campmarshall.org