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Engler Farm Horsemanship Day Camps
Marion, Kansas
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620-323-0422 or 620-924-5254
sbelindaengler[AT]gmail.com
1469 260th Rd
Marion, Kansas 66861
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1469 260th Rd, Marion, KS 66861
CAMPER AGES: 5 years old to 19
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Day camps 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. 4 week days
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Engler Farm horsemanship day camps cover everything beginner and more advanced riders need: safety, grooming, groundwork, riding, chores, equine study and horse games. Activities include driving, training ,cross country, painting /washing your horse. Games on horseback are just part of learning. Equine studies include markings, colors, breeds, cleaning saddles and bridles.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special needs campers are welcome. Support staff may need to accompany the camper. Belinda Engler is a special education teacher familiar with working with special populations.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, and more. Campers Will Take Part In Farm Chores & Equine Studies. Equine Games Are Also Part Of The Learning.
CAMP LOCATION: Located by Marion Reservoir, Marion, KS 66861. We are located 1 1/2 miles north of Marion Reservoir on 80 acres or rolling tallgrass prairie and tame grassland. We are 45 min southwest of Herington, southeast of Abilene, northwest of Newton, east of McPherson.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have a roundpen, riding arena, indoor facilities for equine studies,games and snack time. . We are in a rustic farm setting with ducks, chickens, goats, cats and dogs in addition to our ponies and horses. Make a day or a week of it! Spend the afternoons fishing, hiking, camping, swimming and boating at the Marion Reservoir. Camp at Marion Resevoir, stay at Lakeshore B&B, or Engler Farm . We have limited camp sites and an airB&B for 6 people (3 rooms) with additional space on a day bed in the living room.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Belinda Engler, director, has been a Special Education teacher for 19 years. She believes that teaching youth to work around a horse safely is always the first step in a successful learning experience. Keeping lessons fun by teaching a skill and then playing games that use that skill has been a rewarding format.
A high rider/wrangler ratio (2/1) and limited number of campers ( just 6 per camp) keeps accidents to a minimum.
Grooming and groundwork(leading, training) are essential. If the horse obeys the camper when he/she is on the ground, then there is a good chance that the horse will obey him/her when he/she is on their back.
Riders begin to ride bareback to develop their balance and progress to a saddle as they show ability to control the horse in the arena at a walk and trot.
Both English and Western saddle/styles are offered.
Campers learn to saddle and bridle their own horse.
Riders may begin cross country riding after progressing to a saddle. Trail rides are offered for the more advanced riders.
A Show n Ride Party will be held in the evening ,the last day of camp. This is a time when parents and friends can come see what the campers have learned.
Fun show opportunities on dates TBA throughout the summer are offered to all levels of riders.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A limited number of Wrangler and Jr. Wrangler positions are available at Engler Farm Horsemanship Camps. Youth 12 through 19 may apply for multiple camps. These are opportunities for youth to learn more about horses while developing their leadership skills.
Buddy discount coupons are available. Looks great on a resume and opens doors for future positions.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Buddy coupons (for friends or siblings) and multiple camp coupons are available at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): In the evenings and on weekends Engler Farm is avaliable for: Cowboy/Cowgirl Birthday Parties, reunions and event packages. Contact us for more information.
Morning and evening horsemanship lessons can be scheduled weekdays and weekends.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A limited number of Internship positions are available for year round. Check out engler farm on facebook for application.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Located by Marion Reservoir, Marion, KS 66861 all are welcome
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Camp 2016 schedule can be seen at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com under events or photos
Fees: $180 for a 4 day camp.
Coupons for discounts are available on our web site.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
There are a limited number of Jr. Wrangler and Wrangler positions available. See our engler farm facebook page for the application forms .
Wranglers assist campers in following instructions/staying safe at all times especially during horsemanship lessons. Wranglers help campers with the chores- caring for the farm animals. Wranglers also participate and keep an upbeat mood and are good role models during equine study activities and games. Earn a certificate that opens doors at dude ranches and looks great on your resume.
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