DIVIDING RIDGE FARM
852 Hwy 3118
Many, Louisiana 71449
our story
Dividing Ridge Farm began as a dream when the Tarvers purchased property at the site of Fort Jesup - a former Military Post established in 1822. They setup house in the early 1940's with not much more than lots of love and determination. There was a little house, a dairy, a beef cattle operation, an old country store, and plenty of daylight-to-dark work to be done.
The dream really began to take shape when Rick was born. He was introduced to all the happenings of farm life - he took them in and developed over the years into what some refer to as a "jack-of-all-trades". Today he is mostly responsible for the development and construction of the necessary things all farms require.
One of his best ideas was to marry Mary Beth - they assumed the joint duties of farm life, raising their three children, and managing their careers - both are teachers at Northwestern State University.
Mary Beth and Rick continue to develop Dividing Ridge Farm where you will find quality Quarter Horses and Welsh Ponies. Today, the farm includes the operation at Fort Jesup as well as leased property in the Many, Louisiana area. Each summer Mary Beth (The Trail Boss) presents Fun Camp and Equestrian Camp where young horse enthusiast learn and develop their skills.
Fun camp
DIVIDING RIDGE LLC
PRESENTS
FUN-IN-THE-SUN, 2021
Fun Camp Review
This day camp stars children 6 years old (during 2019) and older. Each day they learn how to take care of their own horse/pony by learning to brush, saddle, and ride. After riding lessons are over, it is time for a snack and then into the pool for swimming lessons and play. Parents play an active role by having their camper ready for action each day and by arranging for transportation back home.
Morning camps begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. with horseback riding and end with swimming at 12:00 noon. Camps are 4 days a week.
Campers will need to bring a towel, long pants, tennis shoes or boots, a shirt, swimsuit, and a bag suitable for wet clothes. (No open toe shoes allowed.)
Cost of the camp is $175.00. This includes a camp T-shirt, photograph, Red Cross swim card, a Fun Camp certificate, and the use of an approved safety-riding helmet.
A $75.00 deposit per camper will hold your spot with the balance due the first day of camp.
Checks should be payable to Dividing Ridge LLC.
Please email: dividingridge@classicnet.net BEFORE sending in your deposit or phone 318-256-5724.
Camps are offered on a first come first serve basis and each camp is limited.
Camp Dates are:
May 31 - June 3 - 8:00 am – 12:00 noon (Monday - Thursday)
June 7 - 10 - 8:00 am – 12:00 noon (Monday - Thursday)
June 14 - 17 - 8:00 am – 12:00 noon (Monday – Thursday)
Dividing Ridge LLC
Mary Beth and Rick Tarver
852 Highway 3118
Many, LA 71449
318-256-5724
equestrin camp
EQUESTRIAN CAMP - REVIEW 2021
Dates:
May 24 - May 27 (Monday - Thursday)
June 21 - June 24 (Monday-Thursday)
On the last day of camp; beginning at 3:00pm, Campers and Counselors will host an exhibition/show for familf and friends.
If your child wants 4 days of “horse related” fun filled times, then what your child needs is Equestrian Camp. This camp is open to boys and girls who are at least 8 years old and want to learn more about horses. This camp will focus on the horsemanship skills of the camper much more than fun camp. Each day will include grooming, tacking up, riding, and caring for their horses as well as other horse related activities.
In addition to riding and taking care of the horses, campers will participate in demonstrations/lectures and other fun activities including swimming and crafts.
Equestrian Camp runs from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm
Campers are required to bring their own lunch and snacks.
Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches will be available as well as water.
To ensure a safe and fun environment, campers need to have the following with them each day they attend camp:
Ø Comfortable riding pants
Ø Boots with a small heel
Ø ASTM/SEI Certified Safety Riding Helmet
(campers may bring their own or use one of ours)
Ø Shorts and a t-shirt
Ø Swim suit and towel
Ø Bag to carry it all in
Cost of camp is $325.00 each (for two or more siblings in the same family the cost is $300.00 each).
Included are camp crafts, a camp T-shirt, their own camp photograph book, the use of a helmet (if needed) and "loads of fun".
If you wish to bring your own horse to camp, please contact us ahead of time to make arrangements. - a negative coggins test is required.
A $150.00 deposit will hold your spot with the balance due the first day of camp.
Checks should be made payable to Dividing Ridge LLC.
Please email: dividingridge@classicnet.net to reserve your spot; or call 318-256-5724
Equestrian Camp is offered on a first come first serve basis and space is limited.
Dividing Ridge LLC
Rick and Mary Beth Tarver
852 Highway 3118
Many, LA 71449
318-256-5724
release and hold harmless agreement
RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
DIVIDING RIDGE, LLC
The Undersigned assumes the unavoidable risks inherent in all equine-related activities, including but not limited to bodily injury and physical harm to horse, rider, and/or spectator.
In consideration, therefore, for the privilege of riding and/or working around horses at Dividing Ridge Farm located at 88 Dividing Ridge Road, Many Louisiana 71449, the Undersigned does hereby agree to hold harmless and indemnify Dividing Ridge Farm - Mary Beth and A. Richard Tarver, Catherine Flynn, and Alison and Andrew N. Tarver and further release them from any liability or responsibility for accident, damage, injury, or illness to the Undersigned or to any horse owned by the Undersigned or to any family member or spectator accompanying the Undersigned on the premises.
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Printed Name of Participant
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Print Address
Phone numbers where I may be reached: _______________________; ________________________
My doctor’s name ______________________________ and phone number(s): ________________________________
WARNING
Under Louisiana law, a farm animal activity sponsor or farm animal professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in a farm animal activity resulting from the inherent risks of the farm animal activity, pursuant to R. S. 9:2795.1