Horseback Riding Director
2 days ago
Merrill
Camp Chateaugay, a premier co-ed sleep-away camp for children ages 7-17, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Horseback Riding Director for our equestrian program. This full-time, residential position spans from June 9th to August 13th 2025, offering the opportunity to lead a vibrant English-style riding program in an extraordinary camp setting.
Our program includes 10-12 well-trained horses, a team of 4 skilled English style-riding staff, two barns, a sand arena, a jump field, a network of scenic trails, and turnout paddocks. We provide a salary, private accommodations, all meals, an allowance for travel included, and a supportive, inclusive camp community. With around 50 eager campers participating at varying skill levels, from beginners to those capable of jumping small courses, the director will have the freedom to work within a riding curriculum that balances skill development and memorable experiences.
The role includes teaching the basics of grooming, tacking, and stable management, with the fundamentals of walk, trot, canter and some jumping. There is room to design creative activities like trail riding and even field trips to the Lake Placid Horse Show. Additionally, our extensive riding option allows campers to ride multiple times a week, and the stable management program gives horse enthusiasts extra time to deepen their equine skills. An Area Directors at Camp Chateaugay is head of an activity, specialized in a single skillset. They focus on developing the activity & the overall program, lesson plan ideas, equipment, ordering supplies, scheduling and supervision. They manage and supervise their designated instructors & counselors providing feedback, guidance and support as needed and make decisions protruding to specific activities.
Camp Chateaugay’s international staff creates a diverse environment, and this role offers the chance to make a profound impact while sharing your passion for horses with young riders from around the world.
We look forward to hearing from you and joining Camp Chateaugay as our Riding Director to lead an exceptional equestrian program in the Adirondacks, where you’ll inspire young riders, shape lifelong memories, and enjoy the freedom to build a truly unique and rewarding summer experience
Salary $3000-5500
Blane StewartActive 2 days ago