Hunters Chase Farms

My daughter has been with HCF for 7 years now… She began as a 5 year old, by going to a summer day camp, and was hooked forever more with them. Marylaura and her daughter Katherine run the most fun and productive horse program easily in the 4 county area! They put their heart and soul into everything they do, and ALWAYS emphasize safety! My daughter is in her second year of being on their riding show team. There could not have been a better blessing for my daughter than this barn, this program and the amazing barn family we have become a part of… Warning, snoots stay away… There are no «grooms» to do the work for the kids. They learn by doing, and this hold much pride in their work and accomplishments… I could not ask for a better program…

My son went to cowboy camp 2 years ago and had a GREAT time! In fact, he was so disappointed he couldn’t go last year (had a scout conflict) and he was going to have a conflict again this year and Marylaura helped us work out a day camp option. And yes, there is a TV — but the viewing was pretty limited when my son was there. They did a lot of very cool field trips as well as riding and learning about the responsibility of horse care.

Just saw the new camps listed. Buyer beware! There is a lot of… we may do this posted and it also states NO Television or Cell phones. I am not sure if that means you can’t bring ‘em. I do know they have a huge TV set up in the bunk house and lots of movies are played. So they may not watch TV but they probably will be sure to watch movies. And the may do this, if last year has any bearing… it is purely dependent on what the counselors feel like and it was gab with eachother and play a heck of a lot of videos day and night!

I’ve know Mary Laura for about the past 12 years and the care and dedication she gives to her students never ceases to amaze me. She really enjoys being around the kids and the horses and teaching the kids safety and care for these gentle giants. In the show ring, she is one of the true professionals, coaching the kids and giving gentle encouragement. I have no problem recommending her for training or summer camp.

My daughter is finishing week two of camp at Hunters Chase Farms today. Marylaura is a wonderful person and runs a wonderful camp. The kids all have fun – they have a great relationship with the camp counselors/​instructors. They all come home hot and sweaty and exhausted every day, but it is well worth it! Having had a terrible experience with horses when I was a child I was a little concerned when my daughter asked to go. However I can say that it was one of the best activities she has ever done! We will come back in the fall for lessons.