A weeklong slice of ranch life for young riders—daily lessons, stable chores and a Friday fire-pit roast on the outskirts of Winnipeg

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A weeklong slice of ranch life for young riders—daily lessons, stable chores and a Friday fire-pit roast on the outskirts of Winnipeg

A day camp for riders aged 6–13 that combines daily mounted instruction, stable management and weekly trail/hay rides; this guide lays out what to expect from Sagehill Stables' Summer Ranch & Equestrian Camp 2026.

A weeklong slice of ranch life for young riders—daily lessons, stable chores and a Friday fire-pit roast on the outskirts of Winnipeg.

Duration
9am to 4:30pm
Location
Winnipeg
Operator
Sagehill Stables
Category
Horse
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Set outside Winnipeg, Summer Ranch & Equestrian Camp 2026 is a small-group, weeklong day-camp program that blends daily riding lessons with hands-on stable work, animal encounters and outdoor games, paced for beginner to intermediate riders aged 6–13.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

SMALL GROUPS

Focused instruction in groups of five or fewer

Instruction is delivered in intentionally small cohorts—no more than five students—so lessons and activities can be matched to each rider’s experience and ability.

RIDDEN DISCIPLINES

A mix of flatwork, jumping, dressage and trail riding

The program covers multiple riding disciplines—flatwork, jumping, dressage, western and trail—delivered according to each student’s level from introductory to intermediate.

RANCH LIFE

Stable management, animal encounters and special weekly events

Daily programming pairs mounted lessons with hands-on stable chores, animal encounters and team-building equine activities, with weekly features such as hay rides and a Friday fire‑pit roast.

What the day feels like

What the week feels like

Each camp day runs as a structured ranch day—students arrive for morning instruction, cycle through mounted lessons and stable-management sessions, take part in animal encounters and outdoor games, and finish with special weekly programming such as trail or hay rides and a Friday fire‑pit roast.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this camp is best for—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Young beginnersAges 6–13 who are new to riding will be grouped with peers for introductory lessons and crafts, making the program suitable for novices.
2
Developing ridersRiders with some experience benefit from targeted riding instruction and horsemanship theory grouped by ability.
3
Families seeking a day‑camp ranch experienceParents looking for a safe, structured ranch week for children will find focused instruction, stable work and weekly outdoor events built into the schedule.
4
Older teens or adultsNot an appropriate program—this day camp is explicitly for riders aged 6–13 and designed around small-child group instruction.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Daily Schedule

Camp runs each day from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Meeting & Check‑in

The meeting location for camp is 65083 Lorne Hill Road.

Timing & Season

The summer ranch and equestrian day camp runs weekly in July and August.

What to Bring

No specific equipment or gear list was provided in the verified trip data.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What ages is Summer Ranch & Equestrian Camp for?

The camp is for children aged 6–13.

When and how long does each camp day run?

Each camp day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

How are riding groups organized?

Students are grouped by experience and instruction is delivered in small groups with a maximum of five students for focused teaching.

What activities are included in the program?

Daily programming blends mounted lessons, stable management, animal encounters, team-building equine activities and outdoor games, with weekly features such as trail rides, hay rides and a Friday fire‑pit roast.

Where does the camp meet?

Camp meets at 65083 Lorne Hill Road.

Is lunch provided?

A Friday fire‑pit roast is listed as a weekly special event; that event includes lunch.