Supervision from 12:00-1:00 pm for Campers

Register for lunch supervision if:

your child is enrolled in both morning and afternoon camps

you would like to drop off your child early for afternoon camp (12 noon)

you would like to pick up your child late for morning camp (1:00 pm)

Note this is for supervision only, and does not include food -- please send your child with a packed lunch.

Our half-day camps are geared towards never-been-on-a-horse riders or beginner riders ages 6-12.

Children will get to actually ride a horse/pony for about 45 minutes every day, and the rest of the time is spent in groups of 4 learning about and caring for ponies.

Older children, or those who can already canter, might prefer our private lessons -- or try our Farm Camps.

Many children spend the whole day on the farm... riding half the day and at farm camp half the day.

A smaller pony camp, for preschoolers -- just 2 hours a day, for 3 days. From day one, though, your child will be riding a pony!

About 20 minutes each day is spent on horseback, with the rest of the time in a group with 3 other campers learning about and caring for ponies.

This isn't your typical day camp. It is a real, rustic farm experience where kids learn life and survival skills. Our Farm Educators are highly skilled, knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate.

Children will spend time learning about animals and enjoying a multitude of outdoor activities -- may include archery, survival skills, crafts, fire building, carving, map-making, and lots of fun and games.

Spring Session: Fridays, 9 AM – 3 PM, Grades 1–7

Kids' Farm Club at Southlands Heritage Farm is your child's weekly ticket to adventure, animals, and endless outdoor fun! Each session offers hands-on farm experiences, including feeding friendly goats, collecting fresh eggs, exploring ponds teeming with wildlife, building shelters, and even cooking delicious treats over a campfire. Rain or shine, we're outside exploring nature, building friendships, and creating unforgettable farm memories. Join us for a season full of real-world adventures—without a screen in sight!

Our camps are geared towards never-been-on-a-horse riders or beginner riders. Older children, or those who can already canter independently, might prefer our private lessons -- or try our FARM CAMPS.

Many children spend the whole day on the farm... riding half the day and farming half the day. (We do not advise doing more than 1 pony camp per day.)

If the camp you want is full, please email info@southlandsfarm.ca to be placed on our waitlist.

Preschool pony camp runs Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All campers will experience hands-on learning of how to feed and care for "their" pony (stable management), as well as the basics of horseback riding. Parents are welcome to stay and watch.

If the camp you want is full, please email info@southlandsfarm.ca to be placed on the waitlist.

Summer Farm Camp at Southlands Heritage Farm offers action-packed weekly adventures for kids aged 6-12, featuring engaging themes like survival skills, animal care, and nature exploration. Through hands-on experiences, interactive games, and farm-to-table activities, campers build outdoor confidence, forge friendships, and create unforgettable summer memories!

LEARN TO RIDE & HANDLE HORSES INTRO PACKAGE

Are you or someone you know looking for a safe, educational introduction to horses for their child?

We are pleased to introduce the Southlands Farm 4-Week Learn to Ride & Handle Horses Intro Package: Fundamentals for Horsemanship. This fun, beginner-friendly program, starting in January 2026, teaches responsibility, horsemanship, and riding fundamentals, without the high cost of private lessons.

This program is an ideal fit for parents who:

- want beginner riding lessons but feel priced out.
- are searching for a fun and educational activity.
- value having their child learn safety and horsemanship basics before riding.

At Southlands Heritage Farm, we use the Equine Canada teaching formula to build strong foundations, creating confident and responsible riders.

Program Details:

This 4-week program offers the simplest and most accessible way to learn the fundamentals of horsemanship and riding, covering everything from catching and handling a horse to tacking up, mounting, and steering.

After completing the program, your child will:

- Feel confident and comfortable around horses.
- Learn responsibility before riding independently.
- Build balance and coordination in a safe environment.
- Gain real skills and pride in their learning.

What is included:

- 4-week beginner program (horsemanship + riding fundamentals)
- Small group instruction (maximum 4 kids)
- Two instructors per lesson
- Safety equipment (helmets provided)

Schedule & Enrollment:

Cost: $276 per person plus GST

Age Requirements: This program is designed for children aged 7 to 11.

Class Schedule (Tuesdays):

| Session 1 | January 6, 13, 20, 27 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Session 2 | January 6, 13, 20, 27 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM |

What to wear: Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, boots with a heel, and tight-fitting riding pants or tights are preferred. We run lessons rain, snow, or shine.

Make-up Lesson Policy: Due to the program's short duration, we are unable to offer make-up lessons.

Limited space is available, as we cap groups at four children to provide safety and quality instruction. Enroll now to secure your child’s place in our January session.

No prior experience is required!

$20 per student (includes a pumpkin)

An interactive and enthusiastic exploration of the farm for preschool and elementary classes! Chickens, goats, horses, orchard... there is so much to see and do at the farm. At the end students can pick their pumpkin from the Apple Orchard.

Designed for kids ages 3 and up, these short lessons are perfect for shorter attention spans. As these are for younger riders who may not be able to tack up on their own, the instructor will get the horse ready for you before your lesson, and you will still get the full 20-minutes on the horse.

Generally for those 6 and up, or for more advanced younger kids, we expect you to be able to get the horse ready before your lesson, and put it away by yourself after the lesson (parents may assist provided they wear a helmet and have signed a waiver).

For more advanced riders, looking to improve their riding skills.

A whole lesson dedicated to learning how to properly groom and tack up / untack your horse. Recommended for beginners, for parents who wish to help their children tack up before the lesson, or for those wanting to improve their stable management skills or become helpers.

A whole lesson dedicated to learning how to properly groom and tack up / untack your horse. Recommended for beginners, for parents who wish to help their children tack up before the lesson, or for those wanting to improve their stable management skills or become helpers.

$13 per student

- Fun and engaging introduction to the farm, its gardens, animals and farmers.

- Stimulating the 5 senses - experimental learning is the core of our pedagogy for all ages!

- Adapting to the age range and request, the farm educator can relate to “the bigger picture” in terms of farming technics, agro- ecosystems, food systems and/or local & global ecosystems.

$20 per student

- Fun and engaging introduction to the farm, its gardens, animals and farmers. Adapting to the age range and request, the farm educator will relate to “the bigger picture” in terms of farming technics, agro-ecosystems and/or food systems. (1h)

- Focus on a specific topic: Compost and Soil Sciences, Bee Keeping and Pollinators, Animals Husbandry, Agriculture and Climate Change or Baking. (1h)

- Includes hands-on component.

$30 per student

- Fun and engaging introduction to the farm, its gardens, animals and farmers. Adapting to the age range and request, the farm educator will relate to “the bigger picture” in terms of farming technics, agro-ecosystems and/or food systems. (1h)

- Focus on a specific topic: Compost and Soil Sciences, Bee Keeping and Pollinators, Animals Husbandry, Agriculture and Climate Change or Baking. (2h)

- Includes hands-on component.

For up to 15 kids.
2 hours on the farm.
1 hour farm tour: a fun and engaging real farm experience lead by our competent Farm Educators. Explore the farm and meet the many animals that call Southlands Farm home. Meet the horses, goats, chickens, ducks, sheep, pig, and donkey - there is so much to do your group won't want to leave!
1 hour for your cake, snacks and presents. You are welcome to use our playground area.

We allow 30 total attendees for all parties including parents, siblings, and other friends and relatives.

Spend your birthday in pony paradise! Your child and friends will spend an hour exploring Southlands Farm while meeting the sheep, goats, chickens, grooming ponies, and taking turns going for pony rides! We will have a horse for kids to have a fun mini riding lesson one at a time, adapted to their horse experience, while the rest of the kids will be engaged in exploring the farm and meeting and caring for the horses and farm animals. Leave your party planning in the hands of our Farm Educators and they will make sure to engage your group in an exciting series of farm activities. The second hour of your booking is for your group to relax, play games, open presents, and eat cake in our Cob Shelter.

We allow 30 total attendees for all parties including parents, siblings, and other friends and relatives.
Ideal age for pony rides during pony parties is 2-7 years of age - children under 2 cannot ride a pony.

Spend your birthday in pony paradise! Your child and friends will spend an hour and a half exploring Southlands Farm while meeting the sheep, goats, chickens, grooming ponies, and taking turns going for pony rides! We will have a horse for kids to have a fun mini riding lesson one at a time, adapted to their horse experience, while the rest of the kids will be engaged in exploring the farm and meeting and caring for the horses and farm animals. Leave your party planning in the hands of our Farm Educators and they will make sure to engage your group in an exciting series of farm activities. The last hour of your booking is for your group to relax, play games, open presents, and eat cake in our Cob Shelter.

We allow 30 total attendees of all parties including parents, siblings, and other friends and relatives.
Ideal age for pony rides during pony parties is 2-7 years of age - children under 2 cannot ride a pony.