Horseback Riding


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Fall & Spring Lessons

Horseback riding lessons are available for individuals looking for a fun and safe environment to learn the basics of English riding and horsemanship. Lessons are available from September and run through the end of April.

Taught by certified instructors, riding lessons offer riders an increased opportunity to learn horsemanship, horse & stable management as well as excel in the art of hunt seat equitation. Instructors will work with you to develop the best program to fit your needs whether you are a first-timer picking up a new hobby or an experienced jumper looking for a challenge.

  • 1 Hour Private Lesson: $35
  • 1 Hour Semi-Private Lesson (2 riders): $30 each
  • 1 Hour Group Lesson (3-6 riders): $25 each

For available times, please contact the Equestrian Director, Whitney Skirtich at wskirtich@camppiomingo.org.

Girl Scout Badge Program

Girl Scout Troops interested in working towards their horse badge are invited to Camp Piomingo for a fun day of horses!

Taught by certified instructors, the Badge Program includes morning ground lessons to cover badge requirements such as horse safety, handling, and equipment care. Following lunch, scouts participate in an hour of riding instruction. Each Scout is assigned her own horse and will learn proper position and basic control at the walk. If deemed ready by the instructors, the scouts may end their ride on a short trail. The girls will leave the program having learned about horse care and management, horse parts, colors, and breeds, grooming, tacking, and riding basics.

This program is also available for other groups such as Venture Crew, Boy Scouts, etc. Curriculum can be altered to accommodate badge requirements if necessary.

For rates and available times, please contact the Equestrian Director, Whitney Skirtich at wskirtich@camppiomingo.org.

Summer Horseback Camps

Equestrian I (ages 9 to 15) - One-week program

The one week Equestrian program is designed with new or beginner riders in mind. Campers review the basics of horse care and stable management in daily ground lessons.  Each rider is assigned his/her own horse and given daily mounted instruction on the basics of English riding including but not limited to basic control at the walk, trot, canter, an introduction to jumping and trail.  Click here for more information.

Equestrian II (ages 10 to 16) - Two-week program

For those campers who are interested in further developing their riding skills, the Equestrian II program is ideal.  Equestrian II campers will continue building skills at the walk, trot, canter and over fences during two weeks of instruction.  They will help plan, pack and then ride in an overnight trail experience, sleeping under the stars with their horse!  Finally, join us for an end-of-the-session horse show where riders will show off their new-found skills to parents and guests.  Click here for more information.

Parent/Child Equestrian Weekend

Come and experience some summer fun this spring at Camp Piomingo.  You and your camper can spend the day (and night) at Camp sharing an afternoon at the barn learning about horses and riding together.  Campers, show your parents how much you love and know about horses.  Parents, take this time to experience your favorite rider’s passion.  Don’t miss this great opportunity to return to the barn at Piomingo to enjoy a safe and wonderful equestrian experience together.

When: Spring Weekend- April 16th - 17th
             Fall Weekend- September 25th - 26th

Fee: $80 per pair (children must be at least 7 years old)

Please contact the office at 1-800-411-5822 to register or for more information.

Bring Your Horse to Camp

Did you enjoy your camping experience so much that you wanted to share it with your horse? Bring your horse to camp and let it join in the fun while learning all there is to know about your best friend. Please contact the Equestrian Director for more information.