Summer Camp 2026
Ride. Learn. Explore Life On The Farm.
Saddle up for an exciting summer! Blue Heron Riding Academy offers three unique Summer Camp options for animal-loving kids ages 7–14: Horse Camp, Goat Camp, and Farm Discovery Camp.
Our Summer Camps are more than just a way to fill a summer day. They’re a chance for kids to spend meaningful time with animals, make new friends, and create lasting memories in a beautiful outdoor farm setting. Campers enjoy daily riding along with hands-on learning that builds confidence, physical fitness, and a lifelong respect and love for animals.
New for 2026, we are excited to introduce Farm Discovery Camp! This camp offers a wider exploration of life on the farm, with morning riding and afternoons spent caring for chickens and bunnies, working in the garden, learning about goats, and discovering daily farm routines through hands-on activities.
Why choose Blue Heron Summer Camp?
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Great Staff. Our Summer Camp staff members are experienced adult instructors who are knowledgeable, patient, and positive role models. Our team has extensive hands-on experience working with beginner riders and first-time campers, helping children feel comfortable, confident, and supported from day one. One of our instructors is a full-time school teacher, bringing strong classroom management and age-appropriate teaching skills to camp. Our staff emphasizes safety, encouragement, and making learning fun, ensuring a positive and successful experience for every camper.
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Amazing Horses. Our school horses are apart of our successful horseback riding lesson program. They are solid citizens who love their job of teaching kids to ride. Meet our horses.
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Daily Riding & Meaningful Horse Time
Campers ride every camp day, learning beginner riding skills and practicing them through fun, age-appropriate mounted activities. Beyond riding, campers spend quality time with the horses through grooming, tacking, and learning about daily horse care and routines—helping them build confidence and responsibility around horses.
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Hands-On Farm Experiences
In addition to horses, campers enjoy interactive time with other farm animals and activities depending on their camp session. This may include goats, chickens, bunnies, gardening, and other hands-on farm learning experiences that make each day engaging and unique.
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Family Farm conveniently located in Chandler, IN. Blue Heron Riding Academy is located just 6 miles east of Evansville. Instruction takes place in our large indoor arena, outdoor arena, and horse playground. We also have a classroom with A/C.
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End of Camp Week Horse Show. Parents can see their camper ride on Thursday at our special Camp Horse Show. We will also stream the show live on Facebook for those who may not be able to attend.
Summer Camp Sessions
Morning riding. Afternoon adventures. Three distinct camps so families can choose the experience that fits their child best.
Farm Discovery Camp
Explore, learn, and discover life on the farm.
Farm Discovery Camp offers a well-rounded experience for curious kids who enjoy variety and exploring life on the farm. Campers ride horses each morning, learning basic riding skills while building confidence and comfort around horses. Afternoons are spent discovering many different aspects of farm life through hands-on activities and guided exploration.
Campers will care for chickens and bunnies, spend time in the garden, learn about goats, and participate in age-appropriate farm science activities, such as learning where food comes from and how farm animals grow and thrive. This camp encourages curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper appreciation for animals and agriculture. Each day brings something new, creating a fun, engaging, and educational week on the farm. Campers wrap up the week with a Farm Discovery Show, where they ride their horses and share what they’ve learned about farm animals and gardening for family and friends.
Perfect for: Curious campers who enjoy variety, animals, and hands-on discovery.
Session:
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June 1-4
Sessions run Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm
Camp Cost: $325 per week
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration, or pay a $100 deposit now with the remaining $225 due 30 days prior to your camp session.
Included for all campers:
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Camp T-Shirt
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Camp Activity Book
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Downloadable Photos from camp
Goat Camp
Goats, giggles, and hands-on farm fun.
Goat Camp is ideal for animal-loving kids who enjoy hands-on learning and active farm experiences. Each day begins with morning riding lessons, where campers build confidence in the saddle and enjoy time with our horses. After riding, afternoons are dedicated to goats and learning what it takes to care for them on a working farm.
Campers will help with daily goat care, learn how to milk goats, and design and run goat obstacle courses. Through interactive activities and age-appropriate farm science lessons, campers will also learn about goat digestion, feeding, and behavior. This camp is perfect for kids who love animals, don’t mind getting a little messy, and enjoy learning by doing while having plenty of fun along the way. The week concludes with a Goat Camp End of Camp Show, where campers showcase their goats and ride their horses for family and friends.
Perfect for: Kids who love goats and enjoy active, interactive farm experiences.
Sessions:
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June 8-11
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June 15-18
Sessions run Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm
Camp Cost: $325 per week
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration, or pay a $100 deposit now with the remaining $225 due 30 days prior to your camp session.
Included for all campers:
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Camp T-Shirt
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Camp Activity Book
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Downloadable Photos from camp
Horse Camp
For kids who want to dive deeper into horses.
Our Horse Camp is perfect for beginners or campers with little to no horse experience. Under the guidance of our certified instructor, campers will learn the essentials of horse care while building confidence, responsibility, and safe handling skills. Each camper is paired with a horse for the week, allowing them to form a connection while learning what it takes to care for their horse.
Mornings are spent riding, focusing on basic skills such as steering, balance, and control, and putting those skills into action with fun mounted arena activities and games. Afternoons take a deeper dive into horse care through hands-on learning, including horse parts, nutrition, bathing, tack parts and care, and daily barn routines. Horse Campers will also have the opportunity to earn their Rainbow Level ribbon through our Learning Levels program, recognizing the skills and knowledge gained throughout the week. The week wraps up on Thursday with a special End of Camp Show for family and friends.
Perfect for: Horse lovers who want more in-depth time with horses.
Sessions:
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June 22-25
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June 29-July 2
Sessions run Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm
Camp Cost: $325 per week
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration, or pay a $100 deposit now with the remaining $225 due 30 days prior to your camp session.
Included for all campers:
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Camp T-Shirt
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Camp Activity Book
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Downloadable Photos from camp
