1967-Voice Of The Tennessee Walking Horse 1967 February Voice RS | Page 22

is is a "Iona, long trail a’windin” on the two-hundred-acre
camp site and so much fun.
FOR KnEftSQi C™
Horse-loving children between the ages of eight and
eighteen again will have an opportunity to spend a most
enjoyable two weeks with their favorite animal and won­
derful surroundings this year at the Camp Miles Sylvania.
This novel and worthwhile camp, conducted by Trainer
Joe Webb and his family, will again feature two sessions
and reservations are expected to hit an all time high.
The first session of the camp is scheduled for June
18-30 while the second period will cover July 2-14. The
Camp has facilities for 65 campers at each session or a
total of 130 for the entire schedule. Those interested in
attending should get their reservations in as soon as pos­
sible to avoid disappointment.
Last year the Camp had its finest year in its brief
history. In 1966 there were a total of 104 campers plus
the personnel needed to carry on the program. These
children came from all over the United States including
New' Jersey, California, Minnesota, and Florida. In all
21 states were represented at the Camp.
The Camp was started as a family project by the
Webb’s three years ago. With the enthusiasm and ac­
ceptance given to last years effort, it appears the Camp
has now established itself on a permanent basis. The
Camp is officially named Camp Miles Sylvania after Joe’s
grandfather. It is the product of the imagination and hard
work of the Webb family with the cooperation of friends
and interested parties.
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The Camp is designed to give children between the
ages of eight and eighteen a chance to appreciate nature
in a Christian atmosphere. There is emphasis on horse
activity with the children getting the opportunity to do
plenty of riding. At the same time the children are in­
structed in the training and care of horses. Some of the
specific areas of instruction will be grooming and hand­
ling, starting the young colt, training for the gaits, and
observing a farrier at work.
Children are allowed to bring their own horses to the
camp but they should get permission from Joe Webb be­
fore doing so. Joe provides horses for the children to ride
but if they are interested in having Joe check on the train­
ing and handling of their horses he is most anxious to
do so.
Joe actually moves his whole training operation to the
camp to enable him to keep his stock in shape while at
the same time providing the children with suitable mounts.
Also this enables the children to get a first hand look
at some top show horses and the manner in which they
are trained and cared for by a real professional.
Joe Webb is well qualified in horsemanship to con­
duct such a Camp. Joe is one of the top ranking profes­
sional Tennessee Walking Horse trainers and has trained
twro World’s Grand Champions. In 1959 Joe rode
RODGERS’ PERFECTION to the top spot and in 1964
he guided to CARBON COPY to the pinnacle of the
Walking Horse world. Joe has several top horses to his
credit and has always been known for the Christian
manner in which he approached life.
Plenty of able assistance is given to Joe by his lovely
wife Nell and all their fine children. It is truly a whole­
some family project by the Webb’s and offers attending
youngsters a chance to appreciate the basics of life.
For information and reservations, interested persons
should contact Joe Webb, Joe Webb Stables, Searcy, Ar­
kansas. The cost of the camp is $135 per session. Applica"
tions should be accompanied by a $35 down payment.
VOICE of the Tennessee Walking Horse