From cleaning paddocks and water bowls to tack cleaning and horse grooming, there are always jobs to be done. On days that the vet and the blacksmith come, there is much to see and learn. Although only the keenest horselovers choose barn help as an activity, those who do seem to really enjoy their afternoon spent in the barn. Those campers choosing nature study as one of their afternoon activities are responsible for the care and feeding of these animals. A small library of animal care books is on hand for anyone who wishes to read them.
Extra cages are always available to house a baby bird or an interesting snake.
A litter of kittens is usually born at Saddlewood every summer and of course the camp's three dogs plus 'Howard' the goat and 'Blossom' and 'Rosie', the two pot belly pigs need lots of love and attention. For many campers who are unable to have pets at home, the nature room is a great place to visit every afternoon. Return to Main Page .