Open Daily, weather permitting. Call 304-243-4042 for more information or to schedule a ride. Click here to download an Oglebay Stables brochure.

• Trail Rides
  Enjoy an escorted trail ride along the beautiful wooded bridle trails of Oglebay. Gentle, quiet horses for riders of all skill levels. Ages 10 and up.
• Lessons
  Private and group lessons for beginners through intermediate. Basic English riding with emphasis on dressage.
• Camps
  Learn the basics of English and Western riding, horse safety and horse care.
  
  

  Summer Camps

  Level 1: June 14 - 18 & July 12 - 16 Appropriate for campers with little to no horse experience. All Level 1 camps include basic English and Western riding. Ground lessons cover safety, horse body language and basic care. Level 2: June 21 - 25 & July 19 - 23 Students will choose to ride either English or Western. Students must be able to walk, stop and steer no assistance and trot with minimal assistance. Ground lessons cover safety, tacking up, colors & breeds. Level 3: June 28 - July 2 & July 26 - 30 Open to students who have completed level 2 prerequisites and are able to trot independently. Ground lessons cover safety, special equipment & first aid. Level 4: July 5 - 9 & August 2 - 6 Open to students who have completed all other levels and are starting to canter. Ground lessons cover safety, different disciplines & gaits. Ages 4-6: June 7 - 11, July 5 - 9 & August 2 - 6

  Cost for all camps: $169.60 Levels 1-4 run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with before and after care available. The camp for ages 4-6 is from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lunches will be provided for an extra charge or campers may bring a lunch. Call 304-243-4042 to register by phone. Click here to download a registration form. Click here to download the liability release form.

  
  
• Pony Rides
  A fun ride on a gentle, friendly pony. For children ages 2 and up only, 120 lbs. maximum weight.
• Therapeutic Riding
  Therapeutic riding uses interaction with the horse to benefit individuals with disabilities. Although the ultimate goal is for participants to ride as independently as possible, the physical, cognitive, emotional and social benefits are countless. Click here to download a PDF of Frequently Asked Questions regarding Therapeutic Riding or call 304-243-4042.

Reservations required for most activities at the Oglebay Stables. All activities are weather permitting.