Summer Horseback Riding Camps Kids Love Near Fort Belvoir VA

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Horseback Riding Camps At Meadowood Stables-Lorton

Nestled in the beautiful Mason Neck region of Southern Fairfax County, Meadowood Stables offers a unique Horseback Riding Camps. Combining the beauty of an 800-acre nature park and a 46 stall horse operation your child will experience the rich diversity of local nature along with learning to work with and ride horses. Part nature camp, part horse camp your child will learn to: handle horses safely, groom and tack, basic riding skills up to trotting, clean stalls, and general care of the horses. Camps usually includes visits from local horse veterinarians and farriers to discuss and show good health care for the horses. Throughout the week the kids enjoy nature walks and picnics and talks from local outdoor experts.  Crafts and other fun activities are included.

Beginner Camps Dates:

• June 21-25; 28-3 

• June 21-25; 28-3 

• June 21-25; 28-3 

Advanced Riding Camps

Advanced Camps-Riders must be able to groom, walk, trot and steer independently and be knowledgeable about handling horses. Riders, depending on their ability will be introduced to canter by the end of the camp. If students are not currently enrolled in the Meadowood lesson program we will require an evaluation ride to determine suitability for the camp. We offer one Advanced Camp and that is the week of July 26-30.

Camp Times and Requirements

Our camps run from 9:30-1:00 Monday -Friday and are perfect for ages 8 and up.  

• Up to 8 kids per camp and social distancing /mask regulations in place
• Bring a lunch (snacks provided);
• $375 for the week with 50% down required for registration.
• Liability Waiver required. 

Call Allison Mills at 703-339-5813 or email [email protected] for more information and to reserve a spot.

Meadowood Stables is also a great place for riding lessons and boarding. If you have a middle or high school rider, ask about their IEA riding team.

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