Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Heat Wave!

We've gotten a few calls about how we are coping with the recent heat wave that is affecting the entire Midwest. In a nutshell, we're doing just fine! Here are some of the steps we are taking to make sure campers, staff and horses are staying safe:

  • Counselors and staff are being proactive about making sure campers are drinking enough water and staying hydrated. We're making sure everyone has their water bottle with them at all times, and are taking breaks during activities to give everyone a chance to grab a drink - including the horses! In addition to water bottles, we have coolers of water at each arena.
  • So far, we are still doing our normal morning riding lessons since it is slightly cooler in the mornings. With the high temperatures, the instructors are slowing things down and keeping lessons to walking and trotting. There may be some afternoons this week when we do not ride. We will try to make up the riding time in the evenings, when possible.
  • We are opening Trading Post more frequently so campers can get Gatorade and other drinks.
  • We have not been to the Mazomanie pool yet but will probably go at some point this week to cool off. In camp, we've been playing a lot of water games to help everyone cool down. Our other activities have been low-key, mostly indoor activities such as group games, arts and crafts, skits, etc.
  • Although campers are still required to wear long pants to ride in, we've allowed staff and campers to wear shorts and boots to the barn for all unmounted activities, and encouraged them to change into lightweight clothing when they're not at the barn.
Overall, everyone is in high spirits and is happy to be at camp! We're having a good time planning some fun and different activities in order to keep cool! If you have specific questions or concerns about your child at camp, please feel free to call the office at 608-767-2593 and we'd be happy to chat with you!

Our hydration/sunscreen sheriff verifies that riders have water bottles and adequate sunscreen before allowing them to go to the barn. :)

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