dream camp presentation

Jay Cooke Dream Horse Camp

Duluth Area Horse Trail Alliance

October 2012

Jay Cooke Dream Horse Camp……

scenic splendor provides an unforgettable experience and accommodations for all classes of riders who want to enjoy the beauty of Jay Cooke State Park.

Family Groups

4-H Clubs

Pony Clubs

English

Western Riders

Mule Riders

Pack Trips

Special Needs

Endurance and Competitive

Gaited Horses

Men

Women

Young and Seasoned

Old Horses

Bridge

• Jay Cooke Headquarters to the south side of Jay Cooke, across the St. Louis River

• Allows issuance of permits

• Collection of campground fees

Campground

• 10-20 sites

• 2 sites to accommodate group camping

• 2 latrines

• Water Source

• Picnic Tables

• Fire Rings

Day Parking

• 10 acres

• Good road access to the area

• Space to accommodate large horse trailers with parking space

• Circular drives work well with pull through campsites

• Soil needs to be well drained, sandy soil is adequate

Campsite Horse Accommodation

• Tie lines to accommodate a 2 horse minimum

• Tie lines should:– consist of two timbers with a cable connecting

the timbers

– Have a draining type ground underneath

• Single high tie post

• Corral pens could be used an alternate to the tie lines. Pens would need to be large enough to accommodate 2-3 horses per site

Manure Pits

• 2 Manure pits

• A wheelbarrow at each pit

• Pits should:

– Have three sides

– Be sturdy enough to accommodate a bob cat for manure removal

Trails

• Willard Munger Trail to connect to:

– The Triangle

– Oak Trial

• Connect to south side of St. Louis River

– Cross over the river on the Willard Munger Bridge

– Drop south and cross Otter Creek

• 10 additional miles needed on south side of park

Management

• Campground Host Volunteer Program

– “live in host”

– Assist campers by answering question

– Perform light maintenance

Jay Cooke Dream Horse Camp….

Jay Cooke Dream Horse Camp will be one of most scenic and sought after areas to ride in the Midwest.