Summer Horse Camp for Girls in Lake Placid, NY
Our creative summer equestrian riding camp program provides extensive riding and lesson time. Days are filled with horse activities geared toward developing riders into accomplished horsewomen. Lake Placid Academy teaches you the responsibilities of managing the daily care of your horse. Riding lessons by top professional instructors will develop balance and coordination. Mastering control over a 1,000 pound animal will definitely improve self confidence. The daily responsibility of chores will teach you the skills needed to care and manage your own horse. Instructions are given in all areas of western and English horsemanship including: reigning, trail, pole bending, jumping, cross country, and even learning how to drive a pony and cart.
Exclusive all girls (ages 7 to 17 yrs.) equestrian camp nestled in the 6 million acre Adirondack Park. Groom, Feed, and Ride the same horse your entire stay. Instruction in Flat, Equitation, Dressage, Jumping, Cross-Country. Western lessons also offered: games, rodeo, reining and trail. Enjoy overnight trail rides, white water rafting, theme parks and the great outdoors. Offers 2 to 8 week overnight programs.
2009 Sessions
- June 28 - August 8 (6 weeks)
- June 28 - July 25 (4 weeks)
- July 26 - August 8 (2 weeks)
- August 9 - August 21 (2 weeks)
- 6/28-7/11 (2 weeks)
- 7/12-7/25 (2 weeks)
Mother-Daughter Week
Imagine an entire week to spend with your daughter and horses! Always wanted to go back to camp, or experience it for the first time? Now is the opportunity of a lifetime!
Teen Travel
Imagine two weeks spent at beautiful horse ranches. This is a two week travel program (co-ed high school age). This camp is designed for the older camper who is not interested in a "routine" camp experience.