Cool Equestrian Websites for Horseback Riding Campers and Summer Camp Staffers

Posted on January 31, 2012 by sarah

boys campHorseback riding is a skill that can be developed over time as long as you educate yourself. If you have a child that is attending horseback riding summer camp and want to work with horses in the future these sites can teach them a lot about the equine  industry and what the responsibility of caring for a horse entails. These sites can also offer horseback riding summer camp staff and directors the resources they need to purchase quality horse care and horseback riding gear. Some sites can even assist in the horse buying process.

#1 ForEquestrians.com - A Website for Horse Lovers

The ForEquestrian.com website gathers ALL the information available on the web as it relates to the horse industry. The site was designed and is maintained by multiple people with experience in a variety of disciplines of the horse industry. The ForEquestrian.com is a team of professionals in various fields that want to bring the best of the web together for every person that has a passion for horses.

Free Personal Horse Record Keeping Journal

ForEquestrian.com also offers a FREE on-line horse journal to help horse owners track the routines, expenses and tasks all horse owners have through the click of a mouse. It includes automatic email reminders.

Visitors can Submit Photographs, Editorials or Educational Articles

Website visitors are invited to submit photographs, editorials or informational articles as fresh material. ForEquestrians.com also have a video library to explore online.

#2 Equine.com: A Trusted Resource for Buying, Selling, and Breeding Horses

Equine.com is a leading website for people looking to connect with horse buyers, sellers, and breeders, as well as other related horse care and horseback riding products. Using multi-media content, direct channel marketing and strategic Internet opportunities Equine.com helps facilitate every horse owner’s dreams. They can help you find the perfect horse or the best home for your horse. Since 1995, Equine.com has been providing the Equine industry with the most effective way of buying and selling horses, products and services. Equine.com has the largest global horse audience on the Internet and over 55,000 horses for sale, stud or lease and thousands of equestrian related products and services.  Currently the website receives over 1 million unique visitors per month.

#3 Horse Illustrated and HorseChannel.com

Horse Illustrated has served the hands-on horse owner by promoting the best in horse management, riding and training for all breeds and styles of riding for 35 years. HorseChannel.com and Horse Illustrated provides the latest horse news plus essential information about equine health, nutrition, grooming  and all aspects of horse care plus English and western training programs. The website’s in-depth articles come from respected resources and top industry experts.

If you are looking for equine summer camps or summer camps of any kind in the US or Canada visit the CampPage.com summer camp directory today.

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Now Is the Time to Start Thinking About Summer Camp

Posted on January 6, 2012 by sarah

The 2012 Summer Camp Season Has Officially Started acting camps

As kids return to their regular school schedule after time off for the holiday, parents are already thinking ahead about the spring and summer and helping children make plans for summer camp. It may seem like it is too early to think about the summer, but any parent who has sent their kids to summer camp in the past knows it is never to early.

Help Your Kids Choose a Summer Camp They Will Love

As children grow up their interests often evolve over time as they experience the world and get to know themselves better as people. It is common for kids to be interested in a variety of activities and programs. They may need to attend some different programs  in order to decide how they want to invest their time and energy in the long term. During times like these kids need encouragement and support from family that loves them and is open minded.

What Types of Summer Camps are Available?

Summer camps of all kinds can be found in every state in America and throughout Canada. Whether kids are enthusiastic athletes or creative spirits there is a summer camp that is perfect for them. Learn more about:

Visit the CamPage summer camp online directory with your kids and explore all the opportunities available. Inspire your kids to spend the summer gaining new skills, new friends, and new ways of thinking.

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Parents Find Support and Community on Parenting.org

Posted on December 23, 2011 by sarah

camps for kids 2Parenting.org Brought to You by BoysTown.org

Boys Town runs nationwide programs that serve families in need of care and help them build a brighter future. Boys Town has been working with children and parents for over 90 years. The Boys Town mission is based on “an unwavering belief in the inherent potential that exists in each child, no matter what their circumstances” and the “skill and knowledge to develop youth and family services that provide lasting, life-changing results”. Our Integrated Continuum of Care affects over 400,000 at-risk children and families each year. Boys Town specializes in “training, consulting and researching parenting practices that can help you in the day-to-day development of your children.”

Parenting.Org Provides Support and Community

Parenting.org is a great place for parents to find the community and support they need when dealing with a wide variety of situations that involve children. No parent is perfect and sometimes getting a second opinion about how to manage or deal with a particular situation can help parents maintain objectivity and keep the lines of communication open. Kids live by example, as a parent it is key to teach your children how to clearly and effectively communicate, as well as how to cooperate with others and express themselves in a healthy and productive way.

CampPage Summer Camp Directory

CampPage.com is another website created just for kids and parents to enjoy online. If you are searching for the perfect summer camp for your kids check out our online summer camp directory. We offer listings of:

As well as many other kinds of summer camp programs. Visit our online directory of summer camps for more information.

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Kidzworld – A Safe and Secure Place for Kids to Share Online

Posted on December 12, 2011 by sarah

parentingTweens Find a Safe Place to Share Online at Kidzworld.com

Kidzworld was established in 2001 by Allen W. Achilles. It was the first social network for kids that was safe and created for “tweens”, children ages 9 – 14 years old. The idea for Kidzworld.com is based on Allen’s vision of a safe and secure place for kids to go online. The experienced Kidzworld team monitors interaction between the users 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Kidzworld Commitment to Safety and Security

According to the website,

“Kidzworld.com encourages children to express themselves through the creation of original content. At Kidzworld, we strive to enrich, empower and engage kids and Tweens worldwide by providing a responsible platform where they can play and create; explore and discover; gather and interact.”

Children are able to interact in moderated chat rooms and message boards. The KW Zone user profiles are secure and always supervised. Kids can safely share interests without disclosing “personally identifiable information”.

Exploring the World on Kidzworld.com

Kidzworld.com provides online access to:

If you are a parent looking for an educational and social place for your kids to spend time online then look no further. Kidzworld gives kids the chance to reach out and learn, and gives parents a feeling of confidence and trust. Rest assured that when your children visit Kidzworld.com they are given the opportunity to explore, learn, and communicate, while being protected. Visit today to find out more about all of the fun that can be found on Kidzworld.

CampPage Summer Camp Directory

CampPage.com is another website created just for kids and parents to enjoy online.  If you are searching for the perfect summer camp for your kids check out our online summer camp directory. We offer listings of:

As well as many other kinds of summer camp programs. Visit our online directory of summer camps for more information.

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Kid-Friendly Search Engines

Posted on November 27, 2011 by sarah

camps for kids 2Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet

It is so important to monitor and tracks what kids see on the Internet today. Online filters can be created and there are many tools for parents to use in order to keep the Internet rated G. But even if you haven’t invested in any programs or security tools you can do some small things for free.

camps for kids 2One is to give your children access to kid friendly search engines.  Kid friendly search engines already have the filters parents need built in to the system. There are a wide variety of choices when it comes to kid-friendly search engines and parents may want to review and visit a few before choosing the one they prefer their kids to use.

The CampPage.com Summer Camp Directory – A Safe Way to Search for Summer Camps with Your Kids

If you are searching for the best summer camp for your child in 2012 then CampPage.com is a great online directory of summer camps that let’s you search throughout the United States and Canada for a wide variety of summer camps.  Search for arts summer camps, sports summer camps, horseback riding camps, adventure camps, technology summer camps, music summer camps, and many more by simply reviewing and reading each summer camp listing and the individual summer camp websites. Find out everything you want to know about where to send your child this summer in a family friendly atmosphere quickly and easily online.

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PBS Parents – A Great Online Resource for Kids, Teens and Parents of All Ages

Posted on November 10, 2011 by sarah

Learn to Connect with Your Kids and Find Resources for Parentscamps for kids 2

Parents often discover as children get older that building and maintaining a close, intimate relationship with your kids is as complex and rewarding as any other kind of relationship. It is so important for parents to establish a role of authority and  guidance, as well as develop a strong sense of emotional support, acceptance,  trust and honesty.  Parents must learn to listen to their children, share in their growth experiences, let go when it is time for kids to explore who they are in the world on their own at school, at church, at summer camps, in dance classes and in many other scenarios and circumstances. There are a variety of resources available to parents online to help them develop ways of communicating and building long lasting, healthy, strong relationships with their children.

PBS Parents – A Great Way to Engage Your Kids

For many years PBS has been reaching out to families and providing quality television and Internet programming, resources and content geared towards helping parents strengthen communication and learning in the home.  The PBS Parents website is fun, informative, and easy to navigate. Don’t allow feeling of isolation make cooperating and communicating as a family more difficult.  Join the PBS Parents community and fidn the support you need to continue moving forward.

In 2011 PBS Parents was the first parenting website to win the prestigious Parent’s Choice Gold Award.  They have also developed new Expert Q & A and Issues & Advice pages. Other sections of the site include:

There are even sections of the site that can be found in Spanish. The PBS Parents website will also act as a portal into the family-oriented and kid-friendly programming currently available on PBS.

Visit the PBS Parents website to find out how you can learn to connect more deeply and authentically with your children and help give them the tools they need to grow up healthy and strong in every way possible.

Explore our the CampPage website to learn more about our summer camp directory and to browse summer camps throughout the United States.

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Camping Magazine Nov/Dec 2011 Released by the American Camp Association

Posted on October 28, 2011 by sarah

camp directorsA Great Resource for Summercamp Industry News and Events

Check out the latest installment of the American Camp Association’s (ACA) Camping Magazine. You can view the full online graphic version or simply visit the ACA website and read select articles about summer camps posted online.

Marketing, Industry and Operational Advice for Summer Camps and Camp Directors Everywhere

The most recent publication includes information about Why the World Need Summer Camp, an essay to parents by writer Jeff Merhige, Why Day Camp Matters by Andy Kimmelman, The Benefits of Specialty Camps by Marcia Lindstrom, Social Marketing: Where Should You Start by Jennifer H. Selke, Ph.D., and much more.

Marketing Online for Summer Camps in the U.S. and Canada

If you are a summer camp owner or camp director in need of more online marketing opportunities contact our summer camp directory staff and find out more about what CampPage.com can do to increase website traffic, search engine rankings and more.

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Outdoor Gear for Summer Camp and Any Other Family Camping Trip

Posted on October 22, 2011 by sarah

boys campCampPage.com Offers Summer Camp Resources Throughout the United States and Canada

CampPage.com offers a wide variety of resources for kids and parents preparing for time away at summer camp, as well as for camp directors and summer camp staff looking for supplies often needed by summer camps. These summer camp resources include both brick and mortar, as well as online stores throughout the United States and Canada. If you are in need of any summer camp related equipment, clothing, supplies, bedding, personal items and more then CampPage.com can help.

Find the Perfect Outdoor Gear for Summer Camp or just a Family Vacation or Camping Trip

If you are looking for outdoor gear for summer camp then CampPage.com has what you are looking for. Our summer camp resource guide provides listings for a wide variety of summer camp supplies:

  • Jackets
  • Athletic Wear
  • Shoes
  • Swimwear
  • Trunks
  • Footwear
  • Blankets
  • Sleeping Bags
  • Travel Bags
  • Personal Hygiene Products
  • Name Labels
  • Water Bottles
  • Sports Gear
  • Hiking Gear

Don’t search Google or a local mall for the supplies and gear you need for your child to enjoy summer camp. CampPage.com offer resources you can trust from around the United States and Canada. These companies understand the needs of campers and can provide products that work in the summer camp environment.

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Find Tips on How to Choose the Right Summer Camp for Your Child

Posted on October 12, 2011 by sarah

acting campsMake the Right Choices for Your Kids when it comes to Summer Camp

As parents it is important to be sure when you research various summer camps and the programs they offer that you choose a trustworthy, fun summer camp where your child will feel happy, safe and enjoy the opportunities summer camp provides for learning and self exploration. CampPage.com has been around since 1995 and our staff members are experts on everything related to summer camps. Our summer camp articles include various perspectives on how to choose the best summercamp for your child. Let us help you find the best summer camp in the United States or Canada.

Consider ALL the Options for Summer Camp Programs and Activities

There are many different summer camp programs featuring a wide variety of activities that are sports, arts, outdoors and technology related. Find a summer camp program you know your son or daughter will enjoy. Let them help you decide which programs are best. Plus, asking a child for their opinion always builds trust between parents and children.

Summer Camps are an Unforgettable Experience for Girls and Boys

Summer camps are good for kids of almost any eligible age, especially teenagers. Girls and boys alike enjoy time outdoors in nature and learn to make friends on their own in a supportive and encouraging environment. Read more about how to choose the best summercamp in our Summercamp Articles.

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Ideas for Gift Packages You Can Send to Your Kids at Summer Camps

Posted on October 5, 2011 by sarah

Making Your Kids Feel Special at Summer Camp

When children go to summer camp it is not only an experience for the child. It is an experience every kid shares with parents and siblings.  Sending your child to summercamp for a week or a month or more is not as easy as it sounds. Parents worry and feel the loss of having a child at home, as much as kids miss their own bedroom, brothers, sisters, daily activities and more. One way to make your child feel special while they are away at summer camp is to send them a care package with gifts appropriate for their time away from home.

boys campHow to Find the Perfect Care Package

The Summer Camp Resources Directory on CampPage.com lists a variety of options where parents can family members can purchase gift packages made for the summer camp experience. Care packages can include a variety of things useful for campers:

  • socks
  • snacks
  • picture frames
  • toys
  • crafts
  • duffel bags
  • towels
  • laundry  bags
  • personalized, embroidered items
  • jewelry
  • stuffed animals
  • food items
  • flowers

There are also sites that allow parents to build their own care package with items they feel their child will love.  You can choose from many types of personal toiletries, toys, games, candies, fruits, flowers and more.

How to Say “I Love You” While Your Child Is at Summer Camp

When your child is away it is important to make them feel special and to remind them of how much you love and miss them. Choosing a care or gift package company that knows what what kids want and need while they are away at summer camp will ensure the gifts you send them are memorable and show how much you care.

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