South Region Summer Prep and Camp(ing)
June 11-15, 2012
Poplar Place Farm
Hamilton, Georgia
Camp for ALL Pony Clubbers ALL Week
Upper level Riding and HB prep, Developing C’s and D-Level Camp
Upper Level Riding and UL Prep – (C or above and age 12 & Up) Upper level members it is time to have some fun in the sun and learn some great information both mounted and un-mounted from National Examiners Ann Haller, Richard Lamb, Billie Stewart, Sue Beth Bunn and NE Apprentice Kerry Tracey as well as other well-qualified instructors such as Allina Strickland Bell and others from our area. Upper Level members will also be afforded the opportunity to develop a lesson plan and assist with instruction under the guidance of the National Examiners. Activities with bandaging and longeing are also on the schedule.
Developing C’s – (those who are new to C-1 or C-2 and are developing skills for these levels, ages 12 and up) This is the camp for C’s who are looking for lessons that will be challenging and progressive. This is a great program for members who aren’t quite ready for the HB but want to have educational camp experience and prepare for their next certification. This track will focus on rider balance and horse care with special instruction on the C-1 and C-2 standards. This is a great program for members who want to learn from the best of the best. There will be extensive un-mounted instruction utilizing our Upper Level members, farrier, vets and other instructors in the area.
D-Level Camp – (Open to all Members D2 and 9 years or older. MUST be able to handle all basic aspects of their horse care and personal care with minimal assistance) Calling all D level members! It is time for summer riding with your friends and great instructors. National Examiners Ann Haller, Sue Beth Bunn, and other great instructors such as Kerry Tracey, and UL Members Taylor Halsey, Amanda Thompson and Callan Littrell will be instructing the D’s at camp this summer. Prepare to learn great knowledge that will help you be a better horseperson overall. There will be extensive un-mounted instruction utilizing our Upper Level camp members, farrier, vets and other instructors in the area.
The entire Upper Level, Developing Rider and D Program is planned with a relaxed atmosphere where you can be yourself, learn, teach/instruct and ride to the best of your ability in a positive, supportive atmosphere. The National Examiners’ goal is to help you succeed. The week is geared for activities around the horse and barn, as well as crafts, scavenger hunts, bon-fires, swimming and other exciting activities. Everyone get excited to have a great week with your friends… both human and equine.
| CAMPING! In addition to the best instruction, this year the South Region is offering an exciting new flair! It is Camping, the old fashioned way. The Region has a family who has donated their 77 acre farm for our camp. The Farm is close to Poplar Place so the drive will be quick. The facility has a pool for swimming and lake for fishing. The Region has secured a GP Large Army tent for the ladies and separate tent for the men. Camping brings a new element to our Region camp that is thrilling and exciting. We will plan evening activities with camp fire, marshmallows, scavenger hunt, volley ball and more. |
