Hello Tracie,
My name is Andrea and my daughter is Ellis. Ellis had the good fortune of taking part in your camp this summer (2011). Firstly, I would like to thank you for your instruction, care and for helping Ellis live a dream and overcome a fear. Ellis had gone to your camp torn between the challenge of learning to ride a horse and her fear of being in that situation. After her first session, Ellis was very excited to have ridden a horse and delighted that she was no longer afraid of the experience. That is a remarkable gift that you gave her. Thank you.
Ellis was so touched to have ridden Derf because of his sentimentality to your stables. She said he was huge and wise and gentle. Ellis loved the natural trail and she was so proud of herself for being able to ride down a steep hill and how nice it was to completely trust her horse.
Ellis left your camp with confidence, pride in herself, a love for riding and a great respect for the horses. Ellis enjoyed every aspect of your camp from the basic instruction in the ring to the grooming responsibility at the end. Initially, it was very hard for me to send her without being there myself especially with her being only 11, but after everything she has told me about your instruction, presence and experience, I am so pleased that it was the right choice and the best experience for my daughter.
Please keep an eye out for her next summer because she has already committed to going and even has tried to recruit her brother. Thank you again for the positive and profound experience that you gave Ellis.
Sincerely,
Andrea Harvie
Oakville, Ontario