It has been an exciting start to the summer horse riding season for junior riders with the recent junior show and the annual pony club camp. Adding to the camp fun, the children enjoyed sleeping over at Balgowan Farm where they were able to practice their skills.
During the camp everyone had four lessons over the course of the weekend, where they learned a dressage test, tested their jumping skills, got to explore the farm with their ponies and learned about plaiting. There was also time for some gymkhana races which the participants thoroughly enjoyed.
A spokeswoman from the Arran Riding Club said: ‘Many thanks to Jen Mc- Neish for all of her expert teaching and the support and encouragement she gives the riders. And thank you Jen and Alison Currie and their families for enabling the kids and ponies to stay the night, giving the authentic camp experience. It wouldn’t be the same without it. ‘Lastly thanks to all the mums and helpers, and especially the bakers.’