Camp · Equestrian · Ages 8–12 · $10/week
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▌ Equestrian · Ages 8–12

Hoofprints in the Summer

Guilford County Extension Center · $10/week

Hoofprints in the Summer is a day camp offered by NC State Extension in Guilford County, providing children with an introduction to horses and horsemanship.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a news article from Guilford County NC State Extension titled 'Summer Fun 2026' (though the article content refers to 2023 and 2024 camp dates). This article describes 'Hoofprints in the Summer' as a day camp for children aged 8-12, focusing on an introduction to horses and horsemanship, including grooming, tacking, and riding. The camp is offered for a fee of $10. The article mentions registration links for 2023 and 2024, but no current information for future years is available on this page. The camp is operated by NC State Extension, indicating a university affiliation. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, specific staff ratios, or background check policies on the provided page. No social media handles or Google reviews specifically for 'Hoofprints in the Summer' were found, likely due to its nature as a program within a larger university extension service rather than an independent camp.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Hoofprints in the Summer sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right equestrian fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Equestrian
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Address: 3309 Burlington Rd, Greensboro, NC 27405, USA
  • Cost notes: USD for a 1-day camp.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Hoofprints in the Summer

What ages does Hoofprints in the Summer accept?
Hoofprints in the Summer is open to children ages 8–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Hoofprints in the Summer cost?
Hoofprints in the Summer publishes $10/week for the standard session. USD for a 1-day camp. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Hoofprints in the Summer's hours?
Hoofprints in the Summer runs 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Hoofprints in the Summer?
Hoofprints in the Summer is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Hoofprints in the Summer provide lunch?
Hoofprints in the Summer does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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