Barn Bees Program
"Bonding, Behavior, and Barn Chores" - Advanced Learning for Returning Campers
The barn is always buzzing with activity! Our Barn Bees program welcomes kids who want to continue their education and learn more about being around horses through advanced program learning.
What Are Barn Bees?
Barn Bees is designed for campers who want to continue taking part in their equine education and want more of the ranch experience. This program focuses on the three B’s:
Bonding with horses and animals
Behavior understanding and learning
Barn Chores and daily animal care
What You'll Learn
Daily Animal Care
- Day-to-day care of all our animals
- Learning how to halter horses
- Feeding routines and animal nutrition
- Grooming techniques and animal maintenance
Barn Responsibilities
- Mucking stalls and cleaning the barn
- Understanding that upkeep is part of caring for animals
- Learning the daily rhythm of ranch life
Building Relationships
- Bonding with horses and animals takes time and familiarity
- Spending time around them regularly is key to starting the bonding process
- Developing deeper connections through consistent interaction
Who Is This For?
This program is perfect for campers who:
- Want more of the ranch experience
- Are interested in advanced program learning
- Want to learn about the daily realities of animal care
- Are ready for increased involvement with our animals
Get Involved
Interested in learning more about the Barn Bees program? Contact us for details about scheduling, requirements, and how to get started.
Phone: (209) 730-6617
Email: handsandhoofs@gmail.com
Other Programs for Families
Kids Day Camps
Our foundation program for ages 7-14
Little Campers
Programs for younger children
Volunteer Opportunities
Ways to support our mission
All programs made possible through donations and volunteer support
Hands & Hoofs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization