5-7 Aged Summer Horse Camp 

2025 Camp Registration Begins Nov 1st 2024

Early Bird Special-2024 camp fees will be honored for 2025 season until Dec 31st 2024   

 

2025 Camp Fees:
5-day Spring and Summer camps $630.00-includes bus transportation 

3-day camp fees (June 27-29 only) $420.00-includes bus transportation

Welcome to the Summer Pony Sense Day Camp at the Bar JO Ranch. We offer a fun-filled, three and five day adventure on horseback for pony enthusiasts that are 5 to 7 years old every week during July and August as well as our new spring break camps in March and April.  
The participants are bused to and from Calgary and area every day. There are convenient pick-up and drop-off points in the city as well as at the Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre and in Cochrane. You may choose your own transportation, but please note registration fees will not be adjusted.
ALL CHILDREN MUST BRING A LUNCH FROM HOME. PREPACKAGED SNACKS AND BEVERAGES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE (CANDY, CHIPS, POP, WATER)

Each weekly session focuses on safety, basic riding skills and overall common sense interaction with a pony.

Campers will learn techniques in:
*the manner in which they approach a pony
*general behavior and interaction with ponies
*identifying and differentiating between a halter and a bridle
*proper procedures in tying, grooming and saddling a pony
*correctly mounting a pony
*proper ways of steering and stopping a pony

A highlight of working with a live animal is the bond that develops between pony and rider. Participants have the opportunity to feed their pony treats such as carrots or apples (provided from home).

Horse camps benefit children by fostering responsibility, empathy, and confidence. Caring for horses teaches patience and discipline, while riding builds physical strength, coordination, and problem-solving skills. Our camps also promote social interaction, teamwork, and a love for nature, providing a therapeutic, screen-free environment that supports mental well-being and emotional growth.

Our goal is to provide a SAFE, FUN and EDUCATIONAL horse experience for children aged 5 to 7. We encourage your questions or concerns at any time.
In closing, we hope you take this opportunity to experience our Ranch and enjoy the beauty of the Alberta foothills.