2027 Summer Camp Enrollment Opens in January

Staff Application

Equestrian (Ages 7 – 16)

Butler Equestrian Camp offers a progressive summer equestrian program based on each rider’s age and ability. Our goal is to develop well-rounded equestrians in a fun and safe environment. 

These high-demand two-week Equestrian sessions will be divided between Beginner and Intermediate programs.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL RIDING BEFORE REGISTERING. 

If your child is enrolled in the wrong program, we may not be able to switch to the beginner level if it is full.

Equestrian

Ages 7 – 16  (Must be 7 by Aug 2027)

  • $1420 per 2-week session 

Each session will be divided into beginner and intermediate programs.

"This is Keira's fourth time at equestrian camp.  She loves it!  I am sad that next year she will be too old to be a camper.  Paige, Amanda, Kate, Grace, and Emily are amazing!" ~ 2026 Parent Survey

 Beginner Riders: From no experience to comfortable trotting on their own.

Intermediate Riders: Can groom and tack their horse on their own, can halter and tie their own mount, and do no stirrup work. Your child must be confident in all of these skills to be eligible to participate in the Intermediate level program.

Don’t know what level your camper is, or have questions? Email Emily at [email protected]! 

If your child is enrolled in the wrong program, we may not be able to switch to the beginner level if it is full.

Camp Program Dates: (2-weeks)

  • Session 1: June 14 – June 25 
    • Beginner
    • Intermediate
  • Session 2: June 28 – July 9
    • Beginner 
    • Intermediate 
  • Session 3: July 12 – July 23
    • Beginner 
    • Intermediate 
  • Session 4: July 26 – August 6
    • Beginner 
    • Intermediate

These high-demand two-week Equestrian sessions will be divided between Beginner and Intermediate programs.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR INTERMEDIATE LEVEL RIDING BEFORE REGISTERING. 

If your child is enrolled in the wrong program, we may not be able to switch to the beginner level if it is full.

Don’t know what level your camper is, or have questions? Email Emily at [email protected]! 

Register Here

Sample Day at Camp

8:00 – 8:15 Drop-off
 
8:15 – 11:15 Mounted Lessons and Barn Chores
 
11:15 – 12:15 Lunch
 
12:15 – 12:45 Tack cleaning and Barn Maintenance
 
1:00 – 2:30 Horse Management Lessons or Crafts
 
2:30 – 3:30 Changing for the pool and swimming
 
3:30 – 3:45 Pick-up

What Your Child Needs

Daily:

  • Paddock boots
  • ASTM-certified helmet that is less than 5 years old
  • Riding gloves (optional)
  • Long pants (leggings or riding pants)
  • Backpack
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Snack and lunch
  • Sneakers and shorts to change into after riding (No sandals or Crocs)
  • Hat for shade
 
 
*No creek shoes; we don't go to the creek

Start of Camp: (These items stay at camp for the session)

  • Sunblock
  • Bug spray

Skills Gained

  • Mounted lessons focus on riding skills in accordance with the rider's level, as assessed by the Butler Equestrian staff.

  • Students will learn to groom and tack their own horses.

  • Horse and Barn Management skills will be taught based on the rider's ability.
  • Social skills and, in many cases, new friends!

These high-demand two-week Equestrian sessions will be divided between Beginner and Intermediate programs.

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR INTERMEDIATE LEVEL RIDING BEFORE REGISTERING. 

If your child is enrolled in the wrong program, we may not be able to switch to the beginner level if it is full.

Don’t know what level your camper is, or have questions? Email Emily at [email protected]! 

Register Here