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Children's Programs - Foxes' Den
Riding Program - Foxes' DenOur horse program is very safety conscious. The rule of thumb for trail rides is 6 years old and older, however the top requirements are that every rider MUST be able to stop and turn his or her horse without assistance and be confident doing so. Kids who possess the mandatory riding skills are offered the opportunity to go on the trail rides in the mountains that surround the ranch with the Foxes Den group. Those who don't yet have the skills to go on the trails get the chance to practice their horsemanship with our wranglers' assistance to hopefully improve enough during this time to ride on a trail later in the week. We ask that you please help us support the 'horsemanship growth process' in order for them to be safe and better handle their horse with more confidence. We ALL, even the wranglers and 'Mom and Dad', have to be qualified to ride with the big boys so, help let them know this! Keep in mind that both the trail-riders and the non-trail riders will have the opportunity to play fun 'games' on horseback, in our large arena, and to learn basic horse care, grooming, and how to saddle their own horseThroughout the week, each day is occupied with nature hikes, swimming, learning a 'talent' for our weekly talent show, arts & crafts, and playing games on our large front lawn, along with many more activities. Some of our most popular special events created by our children?s counselors have included Field Days, Kid's Only Cookout, a Lunch Ride or Hike, Tie-Dying, making Homemade Ice Cream, and a Ranch Treasure Hunt. It makes you wish you were a kid again! |