Horse-Play Parties

A Horse-Play Party is basically a group riding lesson with an emphasis on fun and safety. Participants will learn very basic grooming, leading, health care, and riding skills. Other activities such as horse-themed games and crafts can be arranged. Cake, ice cream, other goods/foods, non-alcoholic beverages, and presents may be brought to the party. A small refrigerator is available for use. Flash photography, balloons, and other decorations must be discussed and agreed upon before the event takes place. A Horse-Play party may have a duration of 1 to 3 hours dependant upon activities chosen and the number of participants.

Parties can be scheduled with a minimim of two weeks notice and generally must be held Friday, Saturday, or Sunday afternoons depending on availability of staff.

Party Fees:

$20.00 per participant for horse riding only ($125 minimum fee)

$25.00 per participant for horse riding plus one craft or one game ($175 minimum fee)

$30.00 per participant for horse riding plus one craft and one game ($200 minimum fee)

Dining tent with an 8 foot table and 10 folding chairs available for $25.00

Fees are subject to change at any time before your event is scheduled. After your event is scheduled, full payment needs to be made before the event takes place. Additional riding participants may be added at any time, but if you have chosen a craft or game activity, two weeks notice must be given so that supplies can be obtained.

Requirements:

All riding participants must be a minimum of 9 years old and will be required to wear an equestrian safety helmet that will be provided by Havendell Farm. Participants are also required to wear long pants and shoes that completely enclose the foot. No sandals, flip-flops, or other such footwear is acceptable. Havendell Farm has riding footwear available in most sizes for use by participants.

All participants must have a liability waiver on file before participaton. A printable version of this waiver can be found here, and minors must have the waiver signed by a custodial parent or legal guardian.