Handicap accessible

Stable

Forrestel Farm, nestled in the rolling hills of New York, is a true family affair. Mary Herbert, a fifth generation member of the Forrestel family, is the proud owner and operator of the farm. Established in 1825, the farm was purchased by Mary's grandfather, E.P. Forrestel, from his brother-in-law during the Depression. Under E.P.'s guidance, the farm was transformed into the renowned summer camp and working farm it is today.

E.P. was an accomplished Belgian breeder, with one of his horses, Roscoe Peel, achieving national champion status. Mary continues her grandfather’s legacy, striving to keep the family tradition alive. She works diligently to ensure that Forrestel Farm is and remains a place of beauty and wonder.

Horse back

Affordable

Girls who choose to participate in our Horsemanship 1 Program ride once a day. They may have a lesson in the morning or afternoon depending on the schedule.Prior to their arrival, riders are asked to complete and submit a riding assessment form with the help of a parent or riding instructor. At the beginning of each session the campers are also evaluated individually by our riding director. This ensures that they are placed in the appropriate lesson group, and on a suitable mount.

Horsemanship 1

An opportunity for the dedicated horseback rider to spend more time in the saddle. Our Horsemanship 2 Program is a concentrated riding experience where campers spend two periods on horseback and one participating in specialty activities. Riding twice a day allows girls to focus on a specific area of interest.

Horsemanship 2

The Advanced Riding Clinic is reserved for girls 12-17 years of age seeking an accelerated week of horseback riding.

Advanced Riding Clinic

Coed

Kids

Tweens

Forrestel Riding Camp

The very finest camp ever!  Third summer at Forrestel for Kayla.  Kayla was crying her eyes out and didn't want to leave.  We appreciate another fantastic week at camp thanks to Mary, Kat, Katie, Lauren, Harvey, and all the other outstanding counselors!

Samantha W

My daughter refuses to come home ever! The staff is excellent. the only location I genuinely trust with my child!

Claudine S

My kid starts counting down the days till she returns the moment she gets home from camp. It is a magical location!