We have exciting and diverse horseback riding opportunities for you, whether you want to take the horse by the reins and enjoy the beauty, serenity, and wildlife of the Backcountry (seasonal) or if you want your children to learn riding skills and how to groom, feed, saddle, and bridle a horse.
Backcountry Wilderness Area Trail Rides
Available from Memorial - Labor Day.
See you next summer! For further inquiries regarding the Backcountry Trailrides, contact Eric Grover at eric.grover@hrcaonline.org.
Horseback Lessons
All lessons are at Stockton’s Plum Creek Stables, 7479 West Titan Road
Equipment and Clothing
Helmets are mandatory. Stockton’s provides ASTM/ SEI approved riding helmets in all sizes. Wear jeans and sturdy boots to protect feet from horse hooves. Further instruction regarding footwear is given to students as they progress. Bring water bottle, jacket, mittens or gloves, and wear sunscreen.
Liability and Emergency Release Forms
The stable requires a parent or guardian to complete a liability release and emergency contact form. Forms are provided on the first day of class. Please arrive 15 minutes early on the first day in order to complete these forms.
Kiddie Corral I (ages 5-7)
Learn about horse behavior, grooming, feeding, and enjoy riding. Focus on safety while building confidence.
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Kiddie Corral II (ages 5-7)
For Kiddie Corral graduates. Build on skills learned in Kiddie Corral I, including grooming with a partner using a saddle and bridle, and learning to ride with reins. Class culminates in a fun obstacle race.
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Beginning Horsemanship (ages 8-14)
Introduction to horsemanship for beginners. Emphasizes communication, grooming, and handling skills. Daily demonstrations and hands-on practice. Bareback riding, saddling, and the introduction of rein use will be covered.
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Intermediate Horsemanship (ages 8-14)
Prerequisite: Beginning Horsemanship. This is a more intensive western horsemanship course for Beginning Horsemanship graduates. Students will improve their
ability to catch, groom, saddle, bridle and ride. The last day includes a trail ride.
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Saturday Weekly Riding Lessons (ages10- Adult)
This is a group class for first timers through intermediate riding ability. Improve on horsemanship skills, from grooming to the high speed canter.
Stockton’s Plum Creek Stables
Details & Registration
Registration is accepted at any of the four HRCA Recreation Centers. For information about horseback riding lessons call 303-471-8818 or email hgoetz@hrcaonline.org.