Credit: Pompositticut Farm
Detailed Information
Pompositticut Farm offers a co-ed day camp for children aged 4-16. Each two-week session includes daily English horseback riding lessons and other activities such as swimming, archery and gardening.
Equestrian Day Camp Programs
- Short Stirrup (ages 8-12) – Entry-level program. Each session runs for two weeks. Designed for beginner riders with no previous experience as well as those who are already walking and trotting. Campers learn how to tack and untack, lead, mount and dismount, adjust stirrups, riding position, ring etiquette, terminology, and horse care.
- Heels Down (ages 9-15) – In-depth program for campers with a minimum of one year riding experience who have solid walk/trot proficiency. Each session runs for two weeks. Campers receive mounted and unmounted instruction, from dressage, carriage driving and vaulting to saddle fitting, water conditioning and barn management.
- Junior Wrangler (ages 13-16) – The specialized 8-week program is recommended for teens seeking to expand their proficiency with horses. No prior experience is required. Campers receive hands-on experience caring for horses, including stall and stable organization, barn operations, brushing, feeding and watering, hoof care, pasture maintenance, and other daily routines.
Dreamcatchers for Children with Special Needs
Designed for children with a variety of personal challenges and disabilities, Dreamcatchers is a specialized program directed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and MA Licensed teacher.
Each session runs for two weeks.
Activities
- Horseback riding lessons
- Adventure ropes course
- Red Cross swimming
- Theater, dance and music
- Games
- Creative arts
- Nature exploration
- Gardening
- Archery
Extended Hours
Early drop off at 7:30am and extended afternoon hours until 6:00pm is available by enrolling in the extended care programs. An additional fee applies.
Dates and Rates
Check the Pompositticut Farm website for current rates and upcoming camp dates.
Ages
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Features
Day Camps
Extended Hours
Financial Assistance
ACA Accredited
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Farm / Gardening
Horseback Riding
Nature / Wildlife
Outdoor Activity
Other Activities
Specialty
Special Needs
Other Specialty
Rates (Average / Day)
$100 - $150
> $150
Rates reflect the average cost per full day for comparison purposes only.
Camp Hours
Monday
8:45 am - 3:15 pm
Tuesday
8:45 am - 3:15 pm
Wednesday
8:45 am - 3:15 pm
Thursday
8:45 am - 3:15 pm
Friday
8:45 am - 3:15 pm
Contact Information
25 Lewis Street, Hudson, Massachusetts 01749
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