Girls Camp
Meet Gus: The Palomino Trail Horse at Wild West Campground
Meet Gus, Your Favorite Trail Horse! I’m Gus—a palomino trail horse at Wild West Campground & Corral in Amherst, WI, with a bit of personality and a story worth telling. If you’ve ever gone riding at Wild West and suddenly had to duck under a tree branch, there’s a pretty good chance I was your…
Read MoreMeet Rockstar: The Legendary Trail Horse at Wild West
If you’ve ever visited Wild West and heard a mysterious “pfffft” echo through the trees… don’t worry, you’ve just met Rockstar. At 25 years young, Rockstar is proof that age isn’t slowing down, it’s just adding character. This bay Welsh Pony has been part of the Wild West family since April 2011, and let’s…
Read MoreYour Guide to Girls Horse Camp at Wild West
If you’re reading this on a dreary Wisconsin morning, dreaming of sunshine, dusty trails and the soft thud of hooves on the ground, you’re in the right place. Every summer at Wild West Campground & Corral in Amherst, we watch those dreams come to life through our Girls Horse Camp — an overnight, all‑girls adventure…
Read MoreWisconsin Camping: New Events, Horse Camp Updates & All‑Inclusive Packages
Spring at Wild West Campground & Corral shows up with a whole lot of Northwoods sparkle. As the days get longer and the sunshine finally sticks around, we’re gearing up for a fresh, lively season of Wisconsin camping, unforgettable trail rides and girls horse camps. This year is…
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons to Book Early for Girls Horse Camp at Wild West
Hey there, horse-loving families and future cowgirls! Here at Wild West Campground & Corral in Amherst, Wisconsin, February is the perfect time to dream big about summer. Snow blankets the ground outside, but inside we’re buzzing—2026 Girls Horse Camp registration is open and heating up fast! We’ve seen the same exciting pattern every year: families…
Read More4 Reasons Girls Horse Camp is the Perfect Christmas Gift
When the holidays roll around, we all search for that one gift that feels bigger than a box under the tree. Something that sparks joy, creates memories, and lasts long after the wrapping paper is gone. At Wild West Campground & Corral, we believe the best gifts aren’t things—they’re experiences. Here are only four reasons…
Read MoreSaddles, Smiles & Sisterhood: 2025 Camp Season Recap at Wild West Campground & Corral
With the last bunk empty and the final marshmallow toasted, we’re looking back on a summer that was nothing short of extraordinary. The 2025 Horse Camp Season welcomed incredible guests, devoted families and a loyal crew of horse-loving folks who made Wild West Campground & Corral feel like home on the range. From the first…
Read MoreSisters, Saddles & Summer Magic: Inside Girls Horse Camp at Wild West
At Wild West Campground & Corral’s Girls Horse Camp, the bond between campers and horses is only rivaled by the friendships that blossom under the summer sun. For sisters Mazie and Lauren, camp has become more than just a place to ride – it’s a shared tradition, a confidence-builder and a source of unforgettable memories.…
Read MoreA Visit to the Wild West of Wisconsin
Written by Sarah Lingen, current camp counselor and former camper at Wild West Campground & Corral. From Wisconsin State Highway 54, all you can see is a long dusty gravel road and a massive billboard that reads “Wild West Campground and Corral” in gleaming gold lettering. Most people have never heard of this place or…
Read MoreHave you herd? There’s a new girl at Horse Camp!
Hi there! I’m Ruby, the newest set of hooves at Wild West Campground & Corral and let me tell you – joining a new herd is no small trot. I came from a quiet little barn where life was simple: a stall, a paddock and the occasional trail ride. But now? I’m in a whole…
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