McDonogh Equestrian Summer Program - Equestrian Program - McDonogh School

McDonogh Equestrian Summer Program

Over the summer months, McDonogh offers full- and half-day equestrian programs. In 2024, the weekly sessions run from June 3 through August 23. 

Register here.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Dawson.

Full-Day Equestrian Program (Ages 6-12)

Ages: Coed, ages 6-12
Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Dates and Tuition: See below
Optional Weekly Transportation Fee: $35 per camper on weeks when transportation is available

This program will provide extensive hands-on time with the horses as well as professional instruction five days a week. Grouped by experience level, this camp includes grooming, horse physiology, tack education, equestrian crafts, games, yoga, and more. Riders will get to explore the beautiful trails and Roots Farm—maybe even a ride down to the stream!

  • Session 1: June 3-7 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775
  • Session 2: June 10-14 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775
  • Session 3: June 17-21 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800
  • Session 4: June 24-28 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800
  • EQUESTRIAN CAMP CLOSED JULY 1-5
  • Session 5: July 8-12 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800
  • Session 6: July 15-19 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800
  • Session 7: July 22-26 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800
  • EQUESTRIAN CAMP CLOSED JULY 29-AUGUST 2
  • Session 8: August 5-9 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775 
  • Session 9: August 12-16 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775 
  • Session 10: August 19-23 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775 

Half-Day Equestrian Pony Program (Ages 4-5)

Ages: Coed, Ages 4-5
Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dates and Tuition: See below
Optional Weekly Transportation Fee: $35 per camper on weeks when transportation is available

This program is for our littlest riders with pony passion. Campers enjoy hands-on time with the ponies as well as receive quality instruction five days a week. This camp includes grooming, horse physiology, tack education, equestrian crafts, games, pony keepsakes, pony pizzas, and more surprises! Riders will get to explore the beautiful trails and Roots Farm—maybe even a ride down to the stream!

  • Session 1: June 3-7 ( No transportation or lunch available) $450
  • Session 2: June 10-14 ( No transportation or lunch available) $450
  • Session 3: June 17-21 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $475
  • Session 4: June 24-28 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $475 
  • EQUESTRIAN CAMP CLOSED JULY 1-5
  • Session 5: July 8-12 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $475 
  • Session 6: July 15-19 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $475  
  • Session 7: July 22-26 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $475  
  • EQUESTRIAN CAMP CLOSED JULY 29-AUGUST 2
  • Session 8: August 5-9 ( No transportation or lunch available) $450 
  • Session 9: August 12-16 ( No transportation or lunch available) $450 
  • Session 10: August 19-23 ( No transportation or lunch available) $450 

Counselor in Training (CIT) Equestrian Pony Program (Rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders)

Ages: Coed, Rising 7th, 8th and 9th Graders
Maximum: 4 per session
Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Optional Weekly Transportation Fee: $35 per camper on weeks when transportation is available

This program will allow extensive hands-on time with the horses as well as quality instruction five days a week. Each rider will be a Counselor In Training (CIT) and will be expected to help with the care of the animals. They will also help with the younger campers. Grouped by experience, the CITs will partake in professional instruction including grooming, horse physiology, tack education, and more.    

Session 1: June 3-7 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775

Session 2: June 10-14 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775

Session 3: June 17-21 (Optional transportation; lunch Included) $800

Session 4: June 24-28 (Optional transportation; lunch Included) $800 

EQUESTRIAN CAMP CLOSED JULY 1-5

Session 5: July 8-12 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800 

Session 6: July 15-19 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800 

Session 7: July 22-26 (Optional transportation; lunch included) $800 

EQUESTRIAN CAMP CLOSED JULY 29-AUGUST 2

Session 8: August 5-9 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775 

Session 9: August 12-16 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775 

Session 10: August 19-23 ( No transportation or lunch available) $775 

Equestrian Summer Program