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Scout Programs
We are proud to offer the
Girl Scout Brownies Animal badge work, as well as the
Horse Fan and Rider badges for the Junior Girl Scouts.
All requirements for each of the badges can be done in
one visit, with time frames and prices varying depending
on which badge your Girl Scouts are looking to earn.
Girl Scout Brownies
Animals Badge
Girl Scout Horse
Fan Badge
Girl Scout Horse
Rider Badge
We are listed on the GSCNC
as an approved vendor, and warmly welcome your Troop to
call and discuss appointment times and options! If you
don't see a badge that you are interested in, or if
you'd like to inquire about setting up a customized
program for your Troop, please call us! Note: A Liability and Hold Harmless
Agreement must be submitted for each child and adult attending
and is part of the packet below.
CARING FOR PETS
Learn how to care for
horses, dogs, and cats, and what responsibilities we
have in keeping our pets safe. Learn how to take care of
an animal by feeding it, giving it fresh water, brushing
it, and cleaning where it lives.
LEARN ABOUT ANIMAL
SAFETY
Animals are pretty,
especially the really big ones. But animals cannot think
like you can, and sometimes they do not recognize how
strong they are. They can hurt you without meaning to,
so learning how to stay safe around all animals is very
important.
LEARN ABOUT HORSES
Learn the correct names of
the horse’s unique anatomy, and how this enables them to
do the many jobs humans ask of them. Learn about how
horse’s move and how it is different from how you move.
The badge
will require approximately one hour to complete. Hard
soled, closed-toed shoes are required and long pants
recommended.
Prerequisites:
none
Preferred minimum number of participants:
10 scouts
Cost: $20/scout
(You will receive a
discount of
3%
if the fee is
paid in
cash.)
Location: 3
miles south of Leesburg, Virginia, on Rte.15 (19844
James Monroe Hwy) at the Academy of Equestrian Sciences
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STABLE TOUR
What is involved in the
everyday care of a horse? We will discuss feeding,
treats,
exercise, housing, and shoeing. (Badge req. #2)
TACK
Learn the basic parts of the
saddle and the bridle, and how to care for riding
equipment. (Badge
req. #7)
RIDING ATTIRE
What do we wear when we
ride, and why? What safety equipment is necessary, for
the rider and
the horse? (Badge req. #3)
OLYMPIC FREESTYLE
Video presentation of the
world’s best riders in competition. (Badge req. #10)
HORSES THROUGH HISTORY
How have horses evolved,
from prehistoric times to current breeds and
their uses? Learn the correct names of
the horse’s unique anatomy. (Badge req. #4)
CAREERS WITH HORSES
What does it take to become
a veterinarian, a horse trainer, a riding
instructor, or a Farrier? (Badge req. #6)
Badge work will require approximately 2-2 ½ hours to
complete.
Prerequisites:
none
Preferred minimum number of participants:
10 scouts
Cost: $25/scout
(You will receive a
discount of
3%
if the fee is
paid in
cash.)
Location: 3
miles south of Leesburg, Virginia, on Rte.15 (19844
James Monroe Hwy) at the Academy of Equestrian Sciences
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GROOMING
How do you properly groom a
horse? What safety measures should be followed when working
with a horse on the ground? (Badge req. #4)
TACK
What is the proper way to saddle
and bridle a horse? How should the tack fit the horse? What
is the only safe knot to use when tying a horse? (Badge req.
#1)
RIDING
How do you safely mount and
dismount a horse? Mounted work at a walk and trot. How do
you turn and stop the horse? How to handle an emergency
situation while mounted. (Badge req. #3,6)
OLYMPIC EQUESTRIANS
Video presentation of the
world’s best riders in competition.
HORSE 101
Learn the correct names of the
horse’s unique anatomy, and how this enables them to do the
many jobs humans ask of them. Learn about common ailments,
and prevention of illness. What types of equipment are used
for Western riding, Eastern riding, jumping, and driving?
What is involved in the care of this equipment? (Badge req.
#7,2)
The badge will
require approximately 3 hours to complete. Hard soled shoes
or boots WITH A HEEL are required for mounted work.
Helmets are also
required and are available to borrow at our facility.
Prerequisites: none
Preferred minimum number of participants:
10 scouts
Cost: $50/scout (You
will receive a discount
of 3%
if the fee is
paid in cash.)
Location: 3 miles south of
Leesburg, Virginia, on Rte.15 (19844 James Monroe Hwy) at
the Academy of Equestrian Sciences
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Girl
Scout Horse Rider & Fan Badges
Preferred minimum number of participants:
10 scouts
Cost: $65/scout (You
will receive a discount
of 3%
if the fee is
paid in cash.)
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