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How the USPC National Youth Board Benefited My Life
In 2026, as part of Ruby Lewis's first year as a National Youth Board member, she served as Vice Chair, and next year she will serve as Chair. When she first joined the USPC National Youth Board (NYB), Ruby knew she wanted to make a difference in Pony Club and help create opportunities for other youth members. What she didn’t fully realize was how much the experience would change her, not only as a leader, but also as a person. Serving on NYB as Vice Chair challenged her in ways she never expected and helped her develop skills she will carry throughout her life. Learn more through this first-hand account.
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Travel Tips for Horse Owners: Staying in a Horse Hotel
Traveling across country or across several states is not easy, especially if it involves a layover. However, the right horse hotel can make your trip much easier. Lifelong Pony Club member Lorelei Wilson Coplen, who is also a horse hotel operator, offers tips for horse owners for staying in a horse hotel.
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Offering a Horse Hotel on Your Property: Tips for Barn Owners
Small private barn owners may be interested in offering a horse hotel, or a stall for those traveling with horses, whether it be for a night or a bit longer. There is a lot to think about before you advertise. Learn tips from lifelong Pony Club member Lorelei Wilson Coplen, who has run a horse hotel for many years.
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Member Spotlight: Hannah Worthley
This Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, features Hannah Worthley an all-around English rider from Heart To Heart Morgans Pony Club Riding Center in the Western New York Region.
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Pegasus Documentary “On the Fringe” Explores the Realities of Pursuing Elite Equestrian Sport, Including Through Pony Club
On the Fringe, a new documentary that examines the sacrifices, challenges, and ambitions that define life just outside the sport’s highest levels recently launched on YouTube. The film also shines a light on the organizations, local horse shows, Pony Clubs, trainers, and volunteers that form the foundation of equestrian sport. By bringing these stories to the forefront, On the Fringe aims to spark conversations about how the industry can continue to grow while preserving the pathways that make participation possible. Watch the documentary here.
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Equine Industry Unites for Inaugural HORSETOBER, Celebrating the Horse-Human Connection
Horses for Mental Health (HMH) announced the launch of HORSETOBER, a new international awareness movement bringing together organizations, brands and horse lovers to share stories of the meaningful relationships between humans and horses.
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Inside Your Horse’s Inner Circle: Voices from Your Equine Care Team
Every horse has a story, and behind that story is a team of people dedicated to helping him thrive. His inner circle may include the owner, rider, trainer, farrier, groom, and barn manager who support his day-to-day care, as well as practitioners offering alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, massage, and physiotherapy. Together with the veterinarian—the quarterback—who helps guide medical care and coordinates with the broader team, these professionals play an important role in helping a horse feel and perform at his best.
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7 Strategies for Secure and Safe Feed Storage
It’s important that the feed you purchase is fresh, and is stored properly so that it stays that way. These seven tips will help ensure your horse feed stays fresh longer.
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10 Tips to Avoid Trail Troubles
Trail riding is an enjoyable pursuit, but there are safety considerations to keep in mind before, during, and after any trail ride. With proper planning, these 10 tips can help ensure your trail rides are safe and happy ones.
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New World Screwworm Confirmed in Texas and New Mexico Horses
The USDA has confirmed a case of New World Screwworm (NWS) in a leg wound on a working ranch horse in Grant County, New Mexico. This is the second confirmed horse case in the United States as part of the current incursion.