Summer Camp Schedule for 2009

We are pleased to announce our Summer 2009 camp schedule as listed below.

These camps are designed for riders of both Western and English disciplines looking to further develop their riding skills and horse knowledge. Students will get hands-on training and experience in equine first aid, vital signs of the horse, speed patterns, show preparation, as well as participating in horseback riding games. Each day will host a specific informational theme, as well as structured riding lessons.

This year, our first camp beginning the 8th of June will focus on the traditional 4-H speed events (Barrels, Poles, Straights and Stakes) - any age can attend this special week, but all riders must be certified by our trainer, Jim Howell, on their riding ability prior to being admitted to this focused summer camp.

Intermediate (8 years old and up)

Times: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

June 8 - 12 (Speed Camp - see note above)
July 6 - 10
Aug 10 - 14

Beginner (5 - 8 years old)

Times: 10:00 - 2:00 PM

July 20 - 24

Students for all camps will need to bring a sack lunch, heeled riding shoes/boots (no tennis shoes) and jeans or riding pants. Sunscreen and plenty of water is recommended because of our well known hot summers. We have held the cost at $250 and all camps will be held at Hickman Ranch 2403 Miller Road, Rosharon, Tx 77583 which is conveniently located 10 minutes from both Sienna Plantation and Pearland.

Please contact Kay Hickman (832-689-2285) for further information concerning these Summer Camps or to reserve a place in one of the camps. Also make sure you check out our calendar of events for information on other activities planned at the Ranch.

2009 G0-Texan Team Penning Results

This year's go Texan team penning was a major success for the Fort Bend / Stafford teams being well represented with riders from Hickman Ranch. The most impressive was the youth team consisting of Kyle Robinson, Miles Hickman, and Leon Washington. They took First place overall for the Youth Division by penning all three of their calves in a breathtaking 38 seconds. The Adult team composed of Jay Hickman, Jim Howell and Tod Boyle, also penned all three of theirs placing 3rd in the Metro division and 7th over all. By both teams being in the top ten of the Metro division, they won a spot in the short go round to compete for the saddles. Unfortunately the cattle won those rounds for both teams. We are particularly proud of the fine display of horsemanship and team work demonstrated by the youth team.