A show concludes each session of Allegheny Riding Camp.

 Allegheny Riding Camp

Founded in 1975, Allegheny Riding Camp was the first Grier Summer program.  Allegheny Riding Camp is our premier camp for girls ages 7 to 17 who love horses! In order to assure a personalized experience for every camper, Allegheny Riding Camp accommodates no more than 70 riding campers at a time. We maintain an excellent staff ratio to provide a caring atmosphere for everyone. We have a rich tradition of teaching girls self-confidence through English horsemanship, and this summer will add Western saddle to to our Show Camper program. Our staff teach girls to realize their potential through horsemanship, friendship, and respect for animals.

Grier's two outdoor rings are a fine setting for riding.

Campers are able to participate in a number of activities that do not involve riding.  A typical day involves opportunities to dance, practice drama, do some artwork and play a variety of sports.  Over the years, there have been many happy campers at Grier's Allegheny Riding Camp who do not even ride horses!   If you are an active child who enjoys friends, then Allegheny Riding Camp might be a wonderful camp for you!

Starman is a popular horse at camp!

Due to the popularity of Allegheny Riding Camp, we recommend early registration.

The anatomy of a horse is covered in some of the classes at the barn.

Traditional Riding Program: Riding campers ride three hours a day...two activity periods...five days out of seven for the three week session.  Riding campers have a "riding test" on arrival day to determine the riding ability level.  Riding campers should have the proper attire for riding, including a helmet.  Jeans, T-shirts, and heavy shoes with heels or riding boots are perfect for lessons!  Proper riding pants and a white polo shirts are appropriate for the horse show, with jackets optional. 

This was Haley's first year as a three week camper!

Grier provides a very stately setting for Allegheny Riding Camp.

Many campers ask if they need to bring their own horse!  NO!   During the summer, we average 55 horses in  our stables, and the horses come in all colors, all sizes and many ability levels. 

  
Some belong to the Grier School and some come just for camp like the riding campers!  Riding instructors may have a riding camper ride several horses before a perfect match is made!  

Allegheny Riding Campers love horses!

Taylor and her new best friend...Leah.

Campers participate in the Allegheny Riding Camp horse shows on the last Friday in each session.  The horse shows start at 9am and end before noon.  Camp is officially over for that session when the horse show ends.  Campers who stay for more than one session will have a new riding test at the beginning of the next session. 

Horse Boarding
A camper may bring her own horse to camp upon prior approval by the Riding Director. There is a horse-boarding fee, $125 a week,  and any veterinary or horse shoeing expenses will be directly billed to the parents.

Meagan and her pony both came to camp!

You must also provide proof of a current negative Coggins test in order to board your horse at camp. Please call, 814-684-3000, ext 113, or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , if you are interested in bringing your horse to camp Space is limited.  

 The indoor arena is used for horse shows and riding lessons.

Grier's Indoor Equestrian Facility was completed in 2007.

Marine finds a quiet spot to rest for 15 minutes before supper.

Grier Summer Camps have a very safe Central Pennsylvnia location.

After a hot day of riding, campers have a crazy shampoo party beside Lodge dormitory.

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