Backcountry Equestrian Camping Workshop and Horse Camp Experience

In a workshop conducted over two days, Gillian Larson shares knowledge gained from her wilderness horseback adventures and provides skills and guidance about the unique challenges of riding in the backcountry. The goal is to help participants build the necessary foundation for their own backcountry journeys. In addition to the workshop, bring your horse and enjoy two nights of camping at the Montana de Oro equestrian group camp, with two scheduled trail rides, plus the opportunity for additional rides on your own. The workshop is designed to give you the information you need to start exploring overnight wilderness riding with your equine partner. Topics will include gear selection for both rider and horse, route planning and navigation, stock containment for overnights, nutrition, safety in the backcountry, and hands-on demonstrations and practice on how to use certain equipment. The approach is inclusive of those who wish to ride with or without an additional pack horse. Includes a welcome picnic on Friday night, breakfast Saturday, as well as a BBQ dinner on Saturday evening.

Attending a workshop also qualifies you to participate in a small group guided overnight trip for additional coaching and support on your first back country camping trip. You can find out more about these guided rides through the following link:

Guided Overnight Rides

Can't make it to an in-person workshop? Try signing up for the online version instead! It contains all the same information, using a combination of written material, video demonstrations and explanations, and downloadable PDFs. The online course also qualifies you for the guided overnight rides as well. You can access the online course sign-up through this link:

Online Course