The mornings kick off at the Horse Corrals, where campers will spend two immersive hours learning horsemanship, including grooming, saddling, and riding. After the horses are tucked back into their corrals, campers get transported to Base Camp for our popular Nature Camp for the remainder of their day spent in camp games, wildlife discovery, hiking, and even fort building in epic destinations. Full-day camper care for you, a full-day adventure for your camper. Every day at Horse-Nature Camp is packed with adventure, learning, and unforgettable opportunities from both the Horse Corrals and Base Camp.

• Ages 7-13, entering 2nd-8th grade
• Campers are broken up into groups based on age and grade at both the Horse Corrals and Base Camp
• Drop-off Time: 7:15 – 7:30 a.m. at the Horse Corrals
• Staff Transport from Horse Corrals to Base Camp 9:30 a.m
• Pick-up Time: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at Base Camp

• Ages 7-13, entering 2nd-8th grade
• Camp sessions are broken up by age: 7-8, 9-10, and 11-13 
• Drop-off Time: 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. 
• Pickup Time: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Cancellations made by March 31 will be granted a full refund minus a non-refundable $50 deposit.

Cancellations made after April 1, and more than two weeks (14 days) of a camp session’s start date will be granted a 50% refund. 

Cancellations made within two weeks (14 days) of a camp session’s start will not be granted a refund. 

Transfer requests will be granted up to two weeks (14 days) prior to the start date of your registered session, pending availability. All transfers must be made to another Camp Backcountry session in the same calendar year. Transfers can NOT be made to the following summer.

Parents wishing to cancel a child from camp must provide written notification via email to [email protected]. You must include your child’s full name, your child’s age, and the dates and name of the camp session you wish to cancel. 

There will be a 24-hour grace period after enrollment to cancel and receive a full refund, less a $5 cancellation fee.

• Children must be fully potty independent. This includes the ability to communicate potty needs with a teacher and push down and pull up their own underwear and pants. Please note that teachers are not permitted to change diapers or pull-ups, and your child will be sent home if they arrive in a diaper or pull up. 
• Children are grouped by age to ensure developmentally appropriate experiences and meaningful peer connections.
• Seedlings: Ages 3–4
• Saplings: Ages 5–6
• Both groups follow the same nature-based philosophy, with activities thoughtfully tailored to each age group’s interests, abilities, and growing independence.

• June 1 – June 12
• June 15 – June 26
• July 6 – July 17
• July 20 – July 31

9:00-9:30 a.m. — Drop off and Play at Landing Pads

Upon arrival, families should prepare their child for the day with toileting, sunscreen application, and layering up for the weather, then helping their child plug into play at our landing pads. Landing pads may include things such as sensory tables full of science investigations, water table, mud kitchen, or sand play. Then we say, “see you soon!” to our caregivers to start our days’ adventures.

9:30-9:50 a.m. — Gathering Circle, Snack, & Storytime

• $625 for HRCA Members 
• $645 for HRCA Program Guests

About the Program

• LITs may choose to work with nature camp, girls of the outdoors camp, or art camp based upon their interests
• Camp Backcountry prides itself on being an inclusive program that celebrates diversity and differences
• LITs come from all surrounding high schools and districts
• The program is competitive and requires an application. 

LIT Requirements

• LITs must be ages 14-17 at the time of the program, no exceptions
• LITs must commit to participating in a minimum of 2 weeks in the program
• LITs must be able to attend a mandatory training session on either the preferred date of May 21 from 1-3:30 pm or secondary date of May 14 from 3:30-5:30 pm. Students should reach out if other accommodations need to be arranged.
• Students, not parents, are responsible for communicating with Camp Backcountry staff regarding the Leader in Training opportunity.
• Hours for our Horse Camp LIT’s are from 7:15 a.m. to 1:00 with drop-off from 7:15 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. and pick-up from 12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Our Leadership In Training (LIT) program is an exciting opportunity for teens to develop leadership skills while sharing their passion for horses. LIT participants will work closely with campers from both our Horse-Nature Camp and Half Day Horse Camp, gaining hands-on experience mentoring younger participants. Through collaboration, problem-solving, and direct interaction with a larger group of campers, LITs will build confidence, enhance communication skills, and learn the art of teamwork—all while supporting camp activities, riding lessons, and horse care routines. This program is perfect for those who want to grow as leaders and role models in a dynamic, horse-focused environment! Hours for our Horse Camp LIT’s are from 7:15 a.m. to 1:00 with drop-off from 7:15 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. and pick-up from 12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

• Both new and returning LITs must submit an application. Participating in the program one year does not guarantee a spot in subsequent years.
• Applications for the summer of 2025 will be accepted between January 1 2026, and April 30, 2026. While applications may be submitted through April 30, there is no guarantee all spots will not be filled prior to this date.
• Slots are competitive and will be filled on a rolling basis.
• If you are accepted into the program, you will be given more information on how to choose your sessions and register. LITs must be formally accepted into the program before they can register.