Slices of Life
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American Horse Council Marketing Alliance Announces New Team Challenge
The American Horse Council’s (AHC) Marketing Alliance invites teams of college and university students across the United States to participate in the AHC Marketing Alliance Team Challenge. Selected teams of 5–10 students will be eligible to receive grant funding of up to $15,000 to develop and implement innovative initiatives that expand engagement in the equine industry.
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Hillary Guarino: Helping Heal Horses at Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation
Pony Club alum Hillary Guarino has dedicated her life to saving horses since she got her start with the United States Pony Clubs. Learn more about the organization she works as the barn manager for.
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6 Favorite Activities to Do in the Lincolnshire, Illinois area, Home of the 2026 USPC Convention, Plus a Peek at the Resort
Winter will still be hanging around in late January, and there are many seasonal activities to do in the Lincolnshire area, located in Lake County in northern Illinois and only 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Michigan. It’s a beautiful spot for the 2026 USPC Convention, sponsored by Elizabeth Hamill Bramsen, 1961 A alum, Wayne-Du Page Hunt Pony Club; and Via Nova Training. The event will be hosted by the North Central Prairie Region, January 28–February 1 at the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort. For fun in the area, check out this blog for our top six recommendations.
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Meet the 2025 Academy of Achievement Inductees and the 2025 National Youth Congress Delegates
Meet the 2025 USPC Academy of Achievement inductees, who are chosen and recognized Pony Club alumni for being outstanding in their chosen fields of expertise and who served as mentors during the 2025 USPC National Youth Congress.
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Sonoma Coastal EquesTraining Center Pony Club Riding Center (SCEC) Captures 2024 USPC Flash Teamwork Award
The USPC Flash Teamwork Award is given each year to a club, center, region, individual, or equine who displays excellent teamwork. Read more about the 2024 winner and how their teamwork was on display in 2024.
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Expanding the Hoofprint for Healing
Learn about the healing power of horses for mental health and programs that amplify this horse-human connection.
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Sydney Elliott: Her Fortuitous Road to Eventing and the Pan Am Games
From the backwoods of the Bayou to Santiago, Chile, Sydney Elliott has certainly traveled far since her days riding with Pony Club in Benton, Louisiana. While the Pan American Games U.S. Team Member is “still Louisiana, through and through,” her recent move to Hoffman, North Carolina, has helped prepare her for her latest experiences as a rider for Team USA.
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Things to Do in Lexington, Kentucky
Make the most of your visit to Lexington, Kentucky with these fun and family-friendly things to do.
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Evolution of USPC’s Publication: From the First USPC Newsletter to the Official Magazine
With the 70th Anniversary of the United States Pony Clubs, USPC's Director of Marketing and Communications has found some interesting historical information from the first Pony Club newsletter in 1975 onward. Read more about USPC history in this look at USPC's first official publication.
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Grooming Your Horse
When you develop a grooming routine during your daily barn chores and riding, it can be easy to fall into some bad habits or forget about an important step. Here’s a list of mistakes to avoid while grooming your horse and what you can do instead.
