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Educational Opportunities Offered for Pony Club Members and Horse Lovers of All Ages at the 2025 USPC Convention in the Great Lakes Region
As a leader in equestrian education, the United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) dedicates itself to this mission year after year with the USPC Convention, an annual meeting that involves dozens of educational workshops for anyone interested in horses, along with leadership training, awards presentation, and hands-on learning activities. The 2025 USPC Convention, hosted by the Great Lakes Region, was held January 22–26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa near Traverse City, Mich. Read all about the happenings at this year's event.
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USPC National Youth Board Accepting Applications for 2025; Deadline Extended to October 22
Are you a member of the United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) between the ages of 18-23 and interested in contributing on a national level in 2025 and beyond? Then, the USPC National Youth Board (NYB) wants you!
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5* Event Rider Liz Halliday-Sharp and NYB Chair Lydia Eilinger
Pony Club Podcast cohosts Sarah Evers Conrad and Megan Scharfenberg interview Liz Halliday-Sharp, a 5* Event rider who got her start in Pony Club, and Lydia Eilinger, chair of the NYB. This month's episode is brought to you by Stoneleigh-Burnham School and supported by Kentucky Equine Research.
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NYB Spotlight: Ruth Rosendaul
NYB National Youth Board member shares her story about how she got started riding, how she got started in Pony Club, the experiences Pony Club has given her, and about her two horses.
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Pony Club Creating Global Connections Through International Experiences
National Youth Board member Gillian shares her experience with how she connected with an international student, and how Pony Club can open the doors to cultivating international experiences.
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Keeping Horses Warm in the Winter
The weather is getting chillier, and with that comes the debate on whether or not to blanket your horse. Here we have some tips on how to help you determine if your horse would benefit from a blanket.
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“Spooky Season” with Horses
As the weather changes, so do horses' attitudes. Crisp fall air brings out the spunk in most horses, and learning to manage their newfound energy can be difficult. Check out some ways to handle spooky season with horses.
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Serving Your Community: Lessons from Pony Club
A National Youth Board member shares her experiences of how Pony Club has helped her think about community service and how to help other Pony Club members.
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Deciding to Serve as a USPC National Youth Board Member
Meet Gillian W., a USPC member of 14 years who talks about why she joined the National Youth Board, and why other members should consider it as well. It's a worthwhile experience reserved for a few select Pony Club members at a time.
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National Youth Board Spotlight: Gillian Warner
Meet 2022 USPC National Youth Board member Gillian Warner.
