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Summer Riding Academies


  • Dusty Trails LLC 2717 N Buffalo Bill Ave North Platte, NE, 69101 United States (map)

Summer Riding Academies

Fun, Exciting, CAMPING!!

We had such a blast with our camping academies the last two years we are offering them again this year. These exciting academies consist of 5 riding lessons (2 1/2 hrs each) beginning May 31 and running approximately every other week through the summer months, followed by an overnight camping trip in the Nebraska National Forest at Halsey. The camping trip will include lots of horseback riding, swimming in the Dismal River, and lots of good campfire cooking.
3 meals will be provided during camping trip. Let the adventure begin!!

Must be at least 10 years old to participate in camping academy.

Riding lessons are for all skill levels (beginner to advanced) and will focus on helping riders better their horsemanship skills as well as teamwork, responsibility, and the care of horses and tack.
Cost $360

Halsey Day Trip Academy

For those too young to camp or looking for something different, we will be offering an academy that will end with a day trip (8am-4:30pm) to ride in the Nebraska National Forest instead of camping. It will consist of the 6 lessons prior to the day trip.
Cost $340

Beginner Academy

For young beginners (ages 6-9) we offer a class consisting of 6 lessons, 90 minutes each, and ending with a family fun night where family members can meet the horses and watch students show off some of the skills they learn during class, followed by a campfire with S’mores for roasting.
Cost $210

Please note there are no discounts for summer academies.

Registration is now closed for this academy. Please look for the Fall Academy Registration coming soon!

  • If you are registering online for the first time for this student please complete the entire form.

  • If you have previously completed an online registration please complete the required fields and update any others as needed. Thank you!

  • You will be notified of class assignment via text message when registration is closed.

Earlier Event: April 15
Spring Riding Academy
Later Event: August 14
Fall Riding Academy