WILTON PONY CLUB CAMPS

Wilton Branch Camps

There are four camps held during the course of the summer holidays and for many children this is the highlight of the summer. The registration form is normally included in your Christmas mailing prior to the forthcoming camp. It is advisable to fill this form in as early as possible to avoid any disappointment as camps become full very quickly. All camps have pre-booked instructors who teach throughout, and the last day usually combines instruction, a small competition or display and prize giving. All information will be mailed to members prior to their camp.
It is impossible to run these summer camps without the help of you, the parents and members. Everyone involved in organising the four camps, does so voluntarily. We are always in need of your support so please don't feel you cannot offer to help because you are working etc, there are always jobs that need to be done whatever the time of day!!

ALL THOSE ATTENDING CAMP MUST ARRIVE WITH AN UP TO DATE VACCINATION CERTIFICATE FOR THE HORSE/PONY THEY ARE BRINGING. THIS CERTIFICATE MUST SHOW THE LAST THREE VACCINATIONS. NO HORSE/PONY WILL BE ALLOWED INTO ANY OF THE CAMPS WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE.

MINI CAMP

Mini camp is for those children on a lead rein, or for those who have recently progressed to coming off the lead rein.

It is generally held at the RDA in Wilton, where the facilities are ideally suited to children riding at this level.

The camp lasts for three days, with children arriving daily to join their groups, and finishes at 3 p.m. It is essential that parents are available to help with their children.JUNIOR CAMP

Open to children from 8 - 12 years. Junior camp runs on a daily basis for four days with children expected to be mounted and ready to ride by 10 a.m. and finishing approx 4 p.m. Children are expected at this level not to need parental input throughout the day. Some parental help is required but will not be with your own child's group.

MAIN CAMP

Main camp is a week long residential camp for children aged 12 - 16, providing they are able to contend with the rigours of being away from home for a week!. The children camp in tents, horseboxes, caravans etc with ponies in stables or pens. Those participating in camp are able to make use of the wonderful facilities including a fully comprehensive cross country course. A huge amount of organisation has to go into main camp to make provision for all the horses, children, tents, caravans etc and so early booking is essential. Equally it is vital to have as much parental help setting up, helping throughout the week and clearing up at the end - if your child attends camp you will be expected to help.

Supper at the Camp

THERE IS A TOTAL BAN ON ANY ALCOHOL AT PONY CLUB CAMPS. MEMBERS WILL BE ASKED TO SIGN FORMS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS BAN AND ACCEPT THAT SHOULD ANY MEMBER BE FOUND TO BE IN POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL, THEY WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE CAMP IMMEDIATELY AND NOT ALLOWED TO RETURN

SENIOR COURSE

Senior Camp This is for three days for people who are 16 on the first of January in the year of camp. It commences at 4 p.m. on the Monday and finishes on Thursday at 5 p.m. There is a certain criteria to be met for those attending this course, as it is not suitable for everyone. Young people will have sole responsibility for their horse's well being whilst on this course.