We're back in the saddle and ready for the new 2009 riding programs!

Our stable is located in the Northeast neighborhood, only a few blocks from Roosevelt Elementary: 2024 Marion Street NE, Olympia. We have a nice outdoor arena, round pen and a trail course. We have three well-trained horses available for lessons and camp.

In addition to lessons and camp, we are involved in 4H. Our 4H club is currently looking for new members. Please contact me (before May 1st if your child is interested in joining for 2009) at bluedomeequest@yahoo.com for more information.

As an equestrian, instructor and 4H leader, I have dedicated most of my life to promoting and enhancing horse and rider relationships. Through Blue Dome Equestrian, I am able to offer quality instruction in horsemanship that is obtainable. Our camps are a unique combination of creative disciplines, with a curriculum that is designed to encourage student participation on multiple levels, so a child's talents are allowed to shine through, with a two-fold benefit: enjoyable and confidence-building experiences.

I enjoy sharing my love and respect for horses with my students. I hope to foster this for many years to come.

Happy riding & thank you!
Patricia Thulin

Here are the two different programs currently being offered:

~Beginning and Intermediate Hunter/Jumping and Dressage Lessons
$25 - private lessons

~Pony / Art Camp
A special horsemanship and creative arts program designed for young artists / riders ages 5 to 14
Including: Riding Lessons, Art Making, Creative Writing, Environmental Education, Educational Games

Please note: for all equestrian activities there is a student maximum weight limit of 200 lbs.

Summer Camp 2009:
Week 1: June 22 - 26
Week 2: June 29 - July 3
Week 3: July 6 - 10
Week 4: July 13 - 17
Week 5: August 3 - 5 (three day week: prorated at $111 & $129)
Week 6: August 10 - 14
Week 7: August 17 - 21
Week 8: August 24 - 28

Pony / Art Camp, 2009 rates:
$185 per week, 9:00 - 3:15, Monday through Friday or $45 per day
$215 per week, 7:30 - 5:30, Monday through Friday or $55 per day

Safety is paramount! – Parents and children should review the barn rules and safety information before the first day of camp (or beginning lesson) and sign the liability form. Safety awareness is an integral part of my equestrian programs.

First and foremost all children are required to wear the appropriate helmets, gloves and sturdy boots with heels when riding. I have riding helmets and boots available; please inform me of your child’s size, so I can determine a proper fit.

The children will be in environs with cats, dogs and other animals. We will be engaged in sometimes vigorous activities. Please consider these conditions when determining if the program is appropriate for your child and inform me of any allergies, dietary restrictions or other health concerns.

Please provide each child with a healthy lunch plus snack, water bottle, backpack, and the appropriate clothing for outdoor activities (rain gear, hats & gloves for winter/spring - sunscreen for summer) please no flip-flops!

Typical Schedule: We will start each day at 410 Fir Street NE with art activities. Most days around 9:30 AM, we will depart for a walk through Mission Creek Park (about a mile) to the stable. Most of the day will be spent at the stable where the children will groom and saddle the horses. Each child will have a group riding lesson that will be adjusted to the individual rider's experience and ability. Each child will be keeping a journal that will include sketches, stories / poetry, and nature observations such as bird counts and plant identification. We will end the day back at 410 Fir Street NE with a 3:15 pick up time for some children, and the children enrolled in extended care will continue with art projects and/or educational games.
The daily schedule is designed to give the children an opportunity to create art, to explore nature, to develop equestrian skills, and most importantly to share these experiences with their peers in a fun and engaging environment.

Spaces are limited. Please contact me for additional information at 360-753-6190 or bluedomeequest@yahoo.com .
Please click here for camp registration form.