Getner Barn Summer Camp 2026
The world of horses is an exciting place for children. Our job at Getner Barn is to make your child's experience the best it can be. Camp is designed to instill safety, knowledge, and enjoyment of horses. During your child's week at our barn, he or she will work closely with our horses and staff, in a hands-on environment.
Other activities include demonstrations, reading and writing activities, crafts, videos, and games, all based on increasing your child's knowledge of horses.
Essentials: All children must be 6 years of age, have proper riding boots and an approved riding helmet. Bike and ski helmets are not permitted. They will be required to ride in pants to avoid leather rubs. Additionally, your child should bring a change of clothes, a warm sweatshirt, extra socks, and a towel, to accommodate weather changes and the need for a quick change as well as a raincoat. Make sure your child has ample sunscreen and bug spray on and have it packed with them. Opened-toed shoes are not permitted on the property, and sneakers are not permitted for riding.
Hand sanitizer and soap and water will be readily available to all campers and staff members. We have a porta-potty that is cleaned weekly.
Please make sure to pack multiple bottles of water for hydration as well as a nutritious snack.
If your child has any special concerns, problems, or medical needs, Michelle Hammond must be notified in writing, along with a doctor's note advising that your child may attend.
A release form, information sheet and full payment must be signed and recieved before a child is allowed on or near a horse. The camp will be again directed by Michelle and Jessica with the assistance of others.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call us. You can reach Michelle, Barn Manager – at michelle.getner@outlook.com or 203-451-2521.
Or You can reach Jessica via email - at jessdurson80@yahoo.com or 203-807-2400.
The Barn itself is located at 16 Richards Avenue in Norwalk, CT.
The first week of camp will be June 15th, and our last the last week of camp will be Aug 10th. The camp session is from 8:30-12:30, and this will be the basic riding camp with horsemanship, a riding lesson, grooming, and horse care. There will be activities that normal lessons or horse care would not encompass. There will be fun activities to do with the horses, bathing them, bareback rides, horseback riding games, and specialty grooming activities.
The cost for each session is a non-refundable $765.00 per child. Exceptions are taken into consideration for emergencies.
Payment will be processed throughPayPal. Camp forms must be completed (information sheet and release form) and dropped to barn or mailed to 40 Oak Hill Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854.
We are on the Web at www.Wishesforhorses.com Facebook @ Getner Barn Instagram getnerbarn
Camp Weeks June 22, June 29 (full), July 6 (full), July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10
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Camp Rules
- Treat fellow campers and counselors with respect.
- Keep your hands to yourself; no kicking, hitting, biting, or throwing objects at fellow campers, counselors, and horses.
- Always stay with your group. Let a counselor know if you need to use the restroom.
- Swearing and inappropriate language will not be tolerated at camp.
- Clean up after yourself, during snack time and after other activities.
- Respect others' belongings and backpacks.
- Fighting is not allowed at camp and is grounds for dismissal.
- No opened-toed shoes are allowed. Riding boot only.
- Leave all personal items at home. Toys, cell phones, Apple watches, etc. should not be brought to camp. We will not be responsible for lost items.
- Raise your hand or approach to get your counselors attention.
- NO child is allowed outside our fenced property.
- No camper is allowed in fields, corrals, or stalls where horses/ponies are located without supervision.
- Wear sunscreen at all times and bring a reusable water bottle to camp.
- No bullying.
- Campers are not permitted to go home with anyone except their parent/guardian. If someone else will be picking them up, please give advance notice.
- All campers are required to wear their riding helmets when working around or on the horses.
- We exercise our expectation of privacy. Videos and photos are not permitted with respect to our campers, staff, and horses. This includes cell phones and cameras. If you would like to set up a time to take a photo of your child, please reach out to us directly.
Camp Protocols
Camp begins at 8:30 am and ends at 12:30 pm. Parents, please drop off your child at the gate when you arrive between 8:20 am and 8:30 am. No one is dropped off prior to those times.
Please be mindful of apply sunscreen and or bug spray for you child prior to camp each morning.
If your child has allergies, please be sure to administer their allergy medication prior to camp. We are not allowed to administer medication.
Payment is expected in full at the time of registration.
Campers should stay home if they are exhibiting illness, fever, headache, sore throat or cough.
All campers and staff have access to soap and water and hand sanitizer. We do have a porta-potty that is cleaned weekly on the property.
If the weather calls for rain camp is still on. Please make sure your child brings a raincoat that he or she can wear when they ride.
We can't wait to see your child for the start of camp.
You are welcome to bring treats for the horses. Campers may be allowed to distribute them with permission and supervision from staff.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you!