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Camp was so much fun! I made so many friends, lots of memories, and lasting relationships. I highly recommend going to Fairview Lake YMCA Camps for Ranch Camp. The counselors are so energetic and make the time there so much fun.
Ranch Camp has given my child a place to hone their riding skills, learn about horse care, and have fun with theme days and general camp activities, all while learning to nagivate social dynamics and new challenges. The staff is caring, attuned, and supportive. It's been a great experience!
Great counselors
A lot of horseback riding
My daughter’s first time at sleepaway camp and it exceeded every single expectation. She went knowing no one and left with a group of friends that I have no doubt will last a life time. When I emailed concerned with inclement weather, I heard back within minutes that all the campers were safe and having the best time. The inclusion of families at home to help with color war was so much fun! The pictures, the experiences, all of it was incredible. We are now a Fairview Lake YMCA family for life.
My daughter always enjoy her time a lot and cannot wait to go back. She makes friends and enjoys all the activities. The horses are well kept. All the camp staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent. The best of all, no phones!
Amazing program and staff and very well run!!!
daughter had a great experience
The counselors were kind amd fun, and there was plenty of time with the horses. Also, the cabins were nice and the food was good.
Our son loved Ranch Camp! He loved being able to care for one horse that was carefully chose for him after a thorough assessment of his skills and comfort level. He loved being able to ride every day and to learn more about how to build his equestrian skills. He loved evening activities where he got to participate in field games and take advantage of others parts of the Fairview facilities. Our son is not much of a swimmer, but this week he loved swimming in the lake! Since coming home, he has taught us camp songs, games, and community building activities that definitely enriched his time - and is now enriching our whole family! He spoke highly of all his counselors, commenting on their fun and kindness. From his comments, we could tell there are rigorous and thoughtful systems in place to ensure camper safety and well being at Fairview Lake. We highly recommend Fairview Lake Ranch Camp to anyone interested in learning more about how to care for and ride horses, and for anyone looking for a fantastic experience with sleep away. Maura & Tom McCrum
Routine and structure and lots of fun
My daughter enjoyed being at the camp. She liked the camp counselors, the cabin/house, the food, horseback riding, and overall tight group that she had. My daughter will be coming back for the summer of 2025, thank you for everything.
Our daughter had a great time. We appreciate the various options for length of stay.
My daughter had an amazing time. She enjoyed the instructors and fell in love with her beautiful horse. Now I have to find extra money for lessons!!😩😩😁
But 10/10. Thank you
My daughter enjoyed it and wants to go back next year. That’s enough for me as a mom!
My daughter absolutely loved the camp and wants to go back next year for longer.
My kiddo loves ranch camp so much! It has been a wonderful opportunity for my child to be around horses, and they have really thrived under the guidance of the counselors. Highly recommend!
The inclusiveness and respect for gender identities.
Our daughter had lots of fun and felt at home with the other kids at ranch camp
Built confidence, made new friends, can’t wait to go back next year! Thank you!!!
It is fun...the people are very nice and I got to jump, cantor, and gallop!
My daughter had the best time and was so so happy!
No cellphone/electronic devices policy is great. My daughter came back happy, confident, made friendships based off in person interactions. Ranch camp also provided much needed interactions with horses, being responsible for your own really builds character, self confidence.
My daughter loved her bonding experience with the other campers, her horse and her counselors. It’s good value for the experience for mom.
Nina loved working with the horses, and meeting new friends. S
My daughter had the best time ever! She came home and we signed up for 3 weeks next summer. Thank you for making her time there so special.
Our kiddo loves Ranch Camp! It is the highlight of their summer, and we are so grateful that they get to experience this safe, supportive, and positive environment year after year.
Enjoyed making friends and riding horses!
This was the first year my daughter attended the ranch camp. She had a blast! She enjoyed every aspect that was offered for her 2 week adventure. We are very happy that she had a great time.
She already mentioned that she would like to attend the ranch camp, two week program next year.
As soon as the 2024 registration is open, we will sign her up again. We are a definite yes for Fairview Lakes, YMCA!
A lot of time horse riding, creating unity within the cabin, great food (according to my kids), and opportunities to do a little bit of the extra camp things
My daughter was angry that she had to come home. If that's not a testament to the experience, I don't know what is.