Horse eCamp, a new youth initiative presented by Ontario Racing and education partner Equine Guelph, is online now.
The free virtual learning program is designed to educate and inspire youth with a passion for horses. The online program aims to introduce teens to the world of horses and showcase potential careers in the industry.
Horse eCamp is a fun and interactive experience tailored for horse-loving teens. Participants will earn their Horse eCamp certificate by completing three engaging components – Easy as 1-2-3:
- Careers in the Horse World – an on-demand course exploring diverse opportunities in the equine industry.
- Horse Behaviour & Safety – an on-demand course to understanding the language of horses and working safely around them.
- EquiMania! – a super fun collection of online games all about horses!
This initiative is sponsored by Ontario Racing, the organization that champions the province’s horse racing industry. Ontario Racing is committed to building a strong future for the sport by attracting new horse owners, supporting breed improvement programs and connecting with communities across the province.
“Horse racing is an incredible professional sport with an abundance of opportunities for the next generation of Ontarians to be involved,” said Andrew Gaughan, Independent Chair, Ontario Racing. “This partnership with Equine Guelph will help shape future horse racing fans, trainers, veterinarians and more. Horse eCamp for teenagers and Ontario Racing Horse Camp at the Racetrack for younger children will ensure that young Ontarians understand what a fun and exciting sport horse racing is.”
How to Register:
- Click the “Register for eCamp” button on the program website TheHorsePortal.ca/OR.
- On the next page, select “Register Now!”
- Fill out the registration form and enter the coupon code OReCamp under “Have a Coupon?”
- Click “Apply Coupon” to access the courses for free.
- Complete all three components and download your personalized Horse eCamp Certificate from the “My Certificates” section.
In addition to the online program, Ontario Racing will be showcasing an Ontario Racing Day Camp display at select racetracks this summer, offering hands-on experiences and interactive exhibits from EquiMania! to further engage young horse enthusiasts. Participants will be able to grab a take-home activity book full of fun racehorse facts and continue learning about horses at home by registering for the free Horse eCamp.
(Equine Guelph)