Pony Club Blog
All posts of this category were published on the Pony Club Blog for members and nonmembers to enjoy and learn from.
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Inside Guide to the USPC Convention
Here’s what you need to know about attending the 2022 USPC Convention in January so you can Seas the Magic in Norfolk, Virginia with Pony Club and the Old Dominion Region.
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Success Story from an H-A
A longtime, nearly a lifetime, goal has come to fruition: I am now an H-A! That orange felt represents that I'm an H-A member of USPC. I passed the oral knowledge test for this level back in 2007. Fourteen years and three attempts later, I passed the B riding to make it a complete H-A, as Willy and I danced in the sand at Second-Level Dressage to complete the B dressage testing. It was a lot of work, but so worth the journey and end result!
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2022 USPC Convention Workshop Preview
Educational workshops are a great reason to come to the 2022 USPC Convention and expand your equine knowledge. Here are some highlights from more than 60 workshop sessions planned.
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Pony Club Member Spotlight: Tai!
Meet Tai! Tai is a C-1 member of the Amwell Valley Hound Pony Club in the New Jersey Region. He and his gelding, Saracchi, do Dressage together. He also events on his TB, Leopold. Tai has big goals of making it to the olympics one day!
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NYB: National Youth Board Member Spotlight: Emily H.
Hi There! My name is Emily H. I am a member of the Roanoke Valley Pony Club in the Old Dominion Region. I am a C-2 HM and C-1 Western, but I also have certifications in Dressage, Hunt Seat, and Eventing. I am currently working towards my HB and C-2 riding certifications. I am very active in my region. I compete in rallies (which are TONS of fun), volunteer at shows, and sit as Chair of my region’s Regional Youth Council. Ever since joining Pony Club in January of 2017, I had dreamed of being an NYB member with hopes to further serve my Pony Club community. And my dream…
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Leadership Meetings & Training at Convention
Get energized and inspired for the year ahead with leadership training offered at the 2022 USPC Convention in Norfolk, Virginia, including a special professional development session.
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Annual Fund Inspiration
Meet some of the donors who support the USPC Annual Fund, and find out why they give.
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NYB: Say Hello to No Stirrup November
By: Emily Harris It is finally November, which means we are getting very close to the end of the year. There are so many things to look forward to, but every equestrian knows what the month of November means. I am pretty sure it has been forgotten who started No Stirrups November in the first place, but it has impacted riders across the nation. In preparation for “No Stirrup November” we want to share some tips with you to make sure that you are prepared and ready to go stirrupless when you go to take up the challenge. Tip 1: Wear Comfortable Clothes. Wearing comfortable clothes while going stirrupless is…
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NYB: Winter Barn Prep: How to Prep your Ponies and Facilities for the Cold
With winter just around the corner, or maybe even here in some states, it is important to make sure your ponies, your barn, and even you are ready for the cold! While winter looks different all around the country, here are some tips on how you can be ready for these frigid, snowy months!
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Pony Club Awards & Opportunities
In addition to certifications and rallies, Pony Club members can apply for a variety of awards, recognition, grants and opportunities. Throughout the year, it’s good to be aware of what might be relevant to your activities and goals.
