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Ridgwood YWCA Equestrian Camp to Host June 4 Open House

mr ed Ridgewood
Sat, June 04, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Camp Soquili at the Bergen Equestrian Center., Overpeck Park

YWCA Equestrian Camp to Host June 4 Open House
YWCA Camp Soquili at the Bergen Equestrian Center Located in Overpeck County ParkRidgewood NJ, YWCA Bergen County is hosting a free Equestrian Camp Open House on Saturday, June 4, 2016 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Camp Soquili at the Bergen Equestrian Center. Find out more about YWCA Camp Soquili, meet camp staff, ask questions, and take a tour of the location.

Camp Soquili at the Bergen Equestrian Center is now accepting registrations for campers ages 5 through 14 on a week-to-week basis. This Summer Camp combines professionally trained staff, experienced horses and a convenient location to create a unique summer experience for boys & girls. Campers will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of riding while developing their riding skills, learning horse health and care and spending time with friends. Weekly sessions run 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday from June 27 through August 26 at YWCA Camp Soquili at the Bergen Equestrian Center, 40 Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ.Mornings will be spent learning about horses, grooming, equipment and how to prepare their horses for riding. Next they will take part in a one-hour riding lesson specifically tailored to their ability and experience. Campers will also be able to learn from and watch the blacksmith, equine veterinarian and dentist. The afternoons include fun filled horse themed activities and traditional day camp activities like arts & crafts, sports on the spacious lawns surrounding the barn and special nature activities including weekly visits from the Bergen Audubon Society who will provide environmental education.
YWCA Camp Soquili is open to Bergen County residents and Non-Residents. Pre and post camp is also available on site from 8:00 am to 9:00 am and 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Special incentive rates include 2 weeks of free pre-camp or 1 week of free post camp when registering campers for 2 or more weeks with full payment made prior to camper start date.
Interested families can visit www.ywcabergencounty.org/programs/camps/equestrian-camp/ or contact Mary Agnello at 201-444-5600, ext. 352. YWCA Bergen County is a proud partner of the National Inclusion Project.

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