Homeschool Horse & Farm Field Trip Day
Homeschool Horsemanship
This experience focuses on animal science, agriculture, and horsemanship basics.
HOMESCHOOL HORSEMANSHIP
Homeschool Horse & Farm Field Trip Day
Monday, Monday, March 30, 2026
Homeschool families are invited to a special hands-on educational experience at JL Performance Horses in Dutchess County. Students will spend time at the barn learning about horses, horse care, and life on a working horse farm.
This small-group program is designed to give homeschool students an engaging introduction to equine science, agriculture, and horsemanship basics in a safe and welcoming environment.
Two sessions are available:
Session 1
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Session 2
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
Each session is 75 minutes
Limited to 15 students per session.
Minimum Enrollment
A minimum of 6 students per session is required for a session to run.
If enrollment is low, sessions may be combined into one group.
Combined session time:
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
Families will be notified in advance if sessions are combined.
During the program, students will:
- Meet the horses and learn about herd behavior
- Horse Grooming - Watch and participate in a grooming demonstration and learn why grooming is important for horse health
- Equine anatomy - Learn the basic parts of the horse and how horses are built for movement and strength.
- Equine Vital Signs - Discover how caretakers check a horse’s pulse, breathing, and overall health
- Healthy Horse Signs - Learn how to recognize when a horse is healthy and comfortable.
- Horse Feeding & Nutrition - Learn what horses eat and how farms care for them every day.
- Discover how horses communicate through body language
- Learn what daily life is like on a working horse farm
- Photo opportunities with the horses
This experience focuses on animal science, agriculture, and horsemanship basics.
Pricing:
$20 per child
$18 for additional siblings
Pricing applies to each child.
Children in stroller - FREE
Parents are responsible for supervising their children during the visit.
For safety around horses:
• Closed-toe shoes required
• Dress for outdoor farm conditions
Space is limited to maintain a safe and interactive experience
Advance registration is required.
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EQUINE LEARNING LAB FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
Homeschool Equine Science Mondays
The Equine Learning Lab at JL Performance Horses is a hands-on educational program designed specifically for homeschool students and alternative learners who want to explore horses through the lens of science, agriculture, and real-world experience.
Using the S.A.F.E.R. Horsemanship Method, students learn how horses live, communicate, and function biologically while gaining practical skills and confidence around these remarkable animals.
This program combines equine science, agriculture, observation, and hands-on interaction, creating a meaningful learning experience that connects classroom concepts with real farm life.
Students will work directly with horses while learning how to observe, evaluate, and care for them in a safe and respectful environment.
During the Equine Learning Lab sessions, students explore topics such as:
• Horse anatomy and basic physiology
• How to take and understand vital signs
• Grooming and daily horse care
• Horse behavior and communication
• Farm ecology and the horse’s role in agriculture
Students will participate in guided hands-on activities, demonstrations, and interactive learning while developing responsibility, observation skills, and confidence working around horses.
Monday Homeschool Sessions
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
April 13
April 20
April 27
Pre-registration is required as space is limited to maintain a safe and supportive small-group learning environment.
Program Pricing:
$45 per student per session
or
$120 for the full 3-week series
Sibling Discount (expires April 4, 2026)
$35 per student per session
or
$90 for the full 3-week series
