Ride Empowered: Girl Scout Edition (Empowered Equestrian, Troutville)

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Date: Mon Jul 13, 9:00 AM EST - Fri Jul 17, 3:00 PM EST

Level:

Brownies,

Juniors,

Cadettes,

Seniors,

Ambassadors

Empowered Equestrian Camp is a fun, educational, and confidence-building week designed for riders to develop horsemanship skills both in and out of the saddle. Campers will enjoy daily riding lessons, hands-on horse care, barn activities, and games, all in a safe, supportive environment.

The week begins with a mandatory barn safety and horse handling session to ensure all campers understand safe practices around horses. Throughout the week, campers will learn grooming and tacking, participate in riding lessons tailored to their level, enjoy bareback games, and take part in daily barn chores that teach responsibility and teamwork.

Educational activities include learning parts of the horse, exploring different horse breeds and disciplines, and preparing horses for a show. Campers will also enjoy special themed activities such as a pony parade, a horse spa day, and show preparation. One day features a fun cookout and horse movie, giving campers a chance to relax and bond with their peers.

The week concludes with a Friday Horse Show, where each camper will showcase skills they’ve learned both mounted and unmounted. Parents and family are invited to attend and celebrate the campers’ accomplishments.

Campers should bring a packed lunch, snacks, water bottle, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate riding attire. Closed-toe, hard-soled shoes with a heel are required.

Empowered Equestrian Camp is perfect for riders who want to build confidence, deepen their connection with horses, and have an unforgettable week at the barn.

Dates: Monday, July 13 - Friday, July 17
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Empowered Equestrian, Troutville
Ages/Grades: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors
Price: $625
Min/Max Girls: 8/10
Badges/Patches Included?: yes, Brownies and Juniors will earn a badge; Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors will receive a fun patch
Registration Closes: May 1
To Register: REGISTER HERE (then click on 09:00 AM time, and hit Select)

Questions:
Girl Scouts of VA Skyline Camp Team: info@gsvsc.org or 540-777-5100

If you do not see the camper session or option you are looking for, please contact your GSVSC Customer Care Team: 540-777-5100 or info@gsvsc.org

Program Refund Policy
Requested refunds are up to the discretion of the council (GSVSC staff) based on individual circumstances. Refunds will not be issued less than 30 days prior to the date of the program, event, camp or training, and will not include any processing fees or unrecoverable program expenses incurred by the organizer(s). Refunds will not be issued for fewer than $5; after applicable refund processing fees. Trips will have their own individual refund policies.

Summer Camp Financial Assistance
Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council awards financial assistance in increments of 25%, 50%, and 75% of the summer camp registration fee; for one summer camp session per year, per camper. It is the responsibility of the caregiver to ensure the remaining camp registration fees are PAID IN FULL by the camp registration close date. The camper must first register for her summer camp of choice and pay the required $10 deposit before submitting this application. MORE INFO HERE