During the summer of 2006, Michele put on
several week-long horse riding camps.

The camps were designed for beginning riders
and were held at Circle M Stables.
Michele and Godiva
Megan and Dash
Michele washes Godiva
Megan measures Dash's girth to see how
much he weighs (about 1050 pounds).
The girls measured Gambit's height at the
withers to see how tall he is.
Riding without stirrups to help learn balance.
Some of the things
taught at camp:
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a few additional photos.
Megan, Catherine, Michele, Breanna and Gregory
Grooming
Haltering
Saddling
Bridling
Mounting
Control of walk/trot
Emergency dismount
Safety practices
Control on a trail
Horse ownership
Stable care
Diet
Breanna tacks-up Honey while Gregory puts Poncho's saddle on.
Catherine puts Major's bridle on.
Circket picks Honey's hooves.
Brooke puts Gambit's saddle on.