We have taken our family horseback riding 3-4 times while we were here at our cabin in Spooner and…read morealso in Utah on vacation there. Today we visited Spider Lake Ranch for the first time and had the best time we have ever had! Their property is immaculate, the staff was very friendly and helpful and the horses were healthy, happy and very well trained. The ranch we used to go to had very narrow trails full of branches and prickly vines, the trails were sometimes very steep and rocky, and it was stressful and dangerous. Here the trails are super wide, well groomed and flat. They were very safe and easy to ride on. Most of the ride is in the shady woods, so if you're worried about the heat and sun it wasn't a concern at all. The bugs and horse flies were also not a problem. They actually sprayed the horses before we left! I have never seen horses that were so well behaved and easy to ride. We even had two young boys in our group who have only ridden once before and they did great. We cannot recommend this ranch enough. The owners and staff were so nice and their horses and property were impeccably maintained. We had a really great time. Be sure to trip them generously because we also felt like this was a great value for the money. The ride was more scenic and longer in duration than we expected. We will be back again next summer!

My husband and I took our 9 year old granddaughter here to go riding we were still in the stables…read morewaiting for people to load their horses,and the horse next to my granddaughter bucked the rider off. My granddaughter was so freaked out after that, she was crying and very upset she did not want to be on the horse at that point so we decided we were not go on the ride. Seeing that happen was very traumatic for her as well as us too not to mention it would not have been enjoyable for her anymore. The owner refused to give us our money back! I understand they have a policy which we signed but I'm sure its not everyday someone gets bucked off their horse! They are not even worthy of 1 star because of how insensitive the owner was in this situation.

I have been the Horseback Program Director at Camp Miller for Summer 2016,2017,2018 and now 2019. I…read morelove this place, and even when I don't think another summer will fit into "real life work", I somehow still find myself back at this magical place summer after summer! I have worked under John + Eric (2016-2018) and I currently work under Sara. They have all been fantastic bosses. The horse program is my specialty, but all of our programming areas offer a unique, fun and inviting camp experience! Climbing Tower, sling shots, throwing axes, Arts and crafts, swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, field time, high ropes, etc. There are activities for all ages, interests, and ability. I have enjoyed working on the staff, each staff being slightly different year to year. We are a fun, loving and skilled group of individuals! We all have our strong suits and we all support each other in our not so strong. I would send my own kids to Camp Miller when that day comes!

My heart breaks when I have to leave this camp....but my kids love it even more than I do! A…read moredefinite summer must, if you've got a youngster in your life. Beautiful location nestled in the woods and a lake. Huge rock climbing wall, archery, rifle range, fishing, kayaking, and more. Great staff steeped in the YMCA values.

I've sent both of daughters to BT. Both returned for subsequent seasons there. They both returned…read morehome excited by how much fun they experienced. I have never heard either daughter voice any negatives. This year, my 12.yr old granddaughter will spend what will be her third summer at the camp. Thanks BT Owners and Staff!

Birch Trail is situated in northern Wisconsin on a small lake called Pokegama. It boasts large…read moregrounds with activities ranging from canoeing to rock climbing to archery and everything in between. It is a one of a kind place. I started going to camp there when I was 11 and I loved every second of my 5 years as a camper. Gabe, Erin, and Barbara really know how to make every girl feel good about themselves and provide a place where girls can make friendships that really do last a lifetime. After being a camper, I chose to go back as a counselor as well and that was yet another great experience. Their staff training did not only teach me important counseling skills, it taught me life skills that I have continued to use as an adult. The staff are well prepared to take care of the girls that spend their summer there every year. BT changed my life and I could not be more grateful for such a wonderful, unique, and special place. I made friends there when I was a camper that are still my best friends today. It is an experience that every girl should have a chance to have.

Took my family there last year and they loved it. Slightly disappointed that they couldn't accept a…read moreperson of my size. So you may want to call and ask what their policy is for us folks over 230 lbs.