Screen-Free Camp. Real Horses.
Real Confidence.
What Sets Us Apart
At Heritage Ranch, our beginner-friendly horse camp offers children ages 6 and up a safe, structured, and unforgettable ranch experience.
Campers learn foundational horseback-riding skills, daily horse and animal care for real
mini farm animals, and the values of ranch life—responsibility, confidence, and respect for animals.
Heritage Ranch’s Summer Day Camp offers children ages 6 - 14 a safe, structured, and hands-on ranch experience.
Horse Camp for Beginners
No riding experience required
Our western riding camp is designed for first-time riders, animal lovers, and kids who thrive outdoors.
Small groups & supportive instruction
Campers receive hands-on guidance in a safe, welcoming farm environment. Only 10 spots per session are available.
Heritage Ranch is an owner-operated equestrian program committed to safe, responsible horse care and structured instruction.
Why Parents Choose Heritage Ranch
Weekend and peak-season dates fill quickly.
🐎 Daily horseback riding
Campers build comfort and skills through regular riding time.
🐴🐥 Animal care & hands-on learning
Children learn responsibility through feeding, grooming, and interaction.
👭 Small group instruction
Personal attention supports safety and growth.
💪 Confidence-focused environment
We prioritize calm instruction and steady horses so children feel supported from day one.
Enrollment is capped at 10 campers per session to ensure safety and personalized instruction.
What is Our Summer Horse Camp?
Our summer horse camp is a small-group, beginner-friendly day camp in Howell, NJ where children learn horseback riding, horsemanship skills, and animal care in a structured, safety-focused environment.
⭐️ Week Long Session ⭐️
$ 495
per camper
Early bird $425
(Register by April 1)
$100 deposit due at signup
5 full days of camp (Monday Friday)
Riding helmet & safety equipment
Arena training and rides
Small group instruction (5:1 ratio)
Camp t-shirt & certificate
Riding lessons & instruction
Horse care & grooming education
Horsemanship workshops
Photo updates for parents
End-of-week celebration
SPRING Offers!
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Sibling Discount: 10% off when 2+ siblings attend same session
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Multi-Week Discount: Attend 2+ sessions, save $40 per week
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Referral Bonus: Refer a friend, both receive $25 credit
Boots On.
Helmets Ready.
Summer 2026 Starts Here!
At Heritage Ranch, children ages 6–14 experience daily Western riding instruction, hands-on horse care, and structured ranch activities designed to build confidence and responsibility.
Summer Sessions are Limited by Design
Enrollment is limited to 10 campers per session to protect safety and personalized instruction. Once a session fills, registration closes.
Summer Horse Camp FAQ
Gentle Introductions through Mini Farm Animals
Daily interaction with our mini farm animals helps campers feel comfortable and confident before working with larger horses. These hands-on moments teach empathy, responsibility, and animal care—while giving nervous or first-time campers a gentle, confidence-building start to their ranch experience.
Continuing Beyond Camp
For many families, summer camp is just the beginning.
Campers who continue riding often move into our structured lesson program, and some families later explore our low-density horse boarding options for a more consistent, immersive experience.
Across every program, we maintain the same calm environment, professional supervision, and structured care standards that support long-term growth.