Pony Club Blog

Official Blog of the United States Pony Clubs

  • All Posts
  • USPC Press Releases
  • Pony Club Podcast
  • About Pony Club
  • USPC Website
  • All Posts
  • USPC Press Releases
  • Pony Club Podcast
  • About Pony Club
  • USPC Website
  • A young woman explaining to an older woman about her horse.
    Horse Management,  Instruction,  Pony Club Activities,  Pony Club Blog,  Tips From Pony Club Pros

    Preparing for Your H-B Certification

    May 14, 2026 /

    Taking a national-level certification requires a step up in knowledge and ability from local-level testings, and preparing for a national certification requires dedication. Get great tips for prepping for the national-level H-B certification.

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • Horse Housing
    Horse Management,  Horse Well-Being,  Pony Club Blog

    5 Tips to Create More Horse-Friendly Housing for a #HappyHealthyHorse

    May 12, 2026 /

    Helping our horses to live their best lives means caring for them in ways that support species-specific behaviors. Some of these behaviors include the ability to move freely at various speeds, to graze on forage throughout the day, to choose where and when to take shelter or to lay down for deep sleep, and the opportunity to interact with compatible equines. Research shows that horses who can demonstrate these behaviors have a lower incidence of diseases like ulcers and colic and fewer stable vices. This article gives tips for creating horse housing that supports a #HappyHealthyHorse.

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • Caroline Pamukcu, aboard HSH Blake, was the highest-placed USPC alum in the CCI5* at the 2026 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event. Photo by Sarah Evers Conrad/United States Pony Clubs
    Alumni in the News,  Eventing,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  International Events,  Pony Club Activities,  Special Events,  USPC Press Releases

    Pony Club Riders Excel at the 2026 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, Showcasing Pony Club as a Pathway to the Top of Equestrian Sport

    April 30, 2026 /

    The United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) proudly celebrated the extraordinary impact of Pony Club members and alumni—both from the U.S. and around the world—at the 2026 Defender Kentucky Three‑Day Event (K3DE). Pony Club alumni made up a commanding portion of the entries in both the CCI5*-L and CCI4*-S divisions, and they delivered outstanding performances at the highest level of the sport in the CCI5*-L, accounting for eight of the top 10 positions on the final leaderboard. While competitors were showcasing their skills, USPC staff engaged young horse lovers and provided educational  activities at the Kentucky Kids Club, which was proudly sponsored by the United States Pony Clubs.…

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • uspc-festival-logo-with-horses-and-riders
    Instruction,  USPC Championships,  USPC Festival,  USPC Press Releases

    USPC Festival Returns This July, Offering Unmatched Equestrian Education For All and USPC Championships Across Eight Disciplines

    April 30, 2026 /

    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to be hosting the 2026 USPC Festival this summer, to be held July 13–19, at the iconic Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • riding-instructor-teaching-students-on-horseback
    Dressage,  Eventing,  Foxhunting,  Hunter Seat Equitation,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  Instruction,  Play Games,  Polocrosse,  Show Jumping,  Trail,  USPC Festival,  Western,  Western Dressage

    Preview the Mounted Clinic Lineup for the 2026 USPC Festival

    April 20, 2026 /

    What’s the most fun you can have on horseback? If you sign up to attend the 2026 USPC Festival Education sessions, you will discover that it is the mounted clinics at Festival. Enjoy this preview of the scheduled mounted clinics and start planning your learning experience today.

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • A young woman riding a horse in a dressage ring.
    Dressage,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  Member Spotlight,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  Western

    Member Spotlight: Cassidy Ranes

    April 14, 2026 /

    Check out this Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, featuring Cassidy Ranes, an all-around rider from Whitebrook Farm Pony Club Riding Center in the Southern California Region. Learn about her life and riding goals, and her favorite Pony Club memory from the 2024 USPC Festival.

    read more
    Megan Scharfenberg
  • Press Release Blog Header
    Pony Club Activities,  Special Events,  USPC Press Releases

    Find the United States Pony Clubs at Equestrian Events This Spring and Summer

    March 31, 2026 /

    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is headed for a busy spring and summer attending events. We hope you will visit us and enjoy special Pony Club-related activities at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, Equine Affaire Ohio, and at the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals.

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • 2026-uspc-festival education preview
    Dressage,  Eventing,  Foxhunting,  Horse Management,  Hunter Seat Equitation,  Instruction,  Play Games,  Polocrosse,  Pony Club Blog,  Show Jumping,  Trail,  USPC Festival,  Western Dressage

    2026 USPC Festival Education Preview

    March 27, 2026 /

    The plans for 2026 USPC Festival Education are more exciting than ever. This summer, you’re invited to join Pony Club members from across the country for a week of riding, learning, and fun with friends at the 2026 USPC Festival, July 13–19, 2026.

    read more
    Elizabeth Moyer
  • girl-and-horse-with-logos
    Pony Club Blog,  USPC Press Releases

    LeMieux to Sponsor USPC Member Achievement Program

    March 18, 2026 /

    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to announce LeMieux as the sponsor of the USPC Member Achievement Program. Known for elevating the look of horses and riders who sport their finely crafted products, LeMieux’s support of the United States Pony Clubs mission and values is a welcome addition to this program. Pony Club members will have the opportunity to earn fabulous prizes from LeMieux, making the experience even more rewarding.

    read more
    USPC National Office
  • A woman riding a horse over a jump.
    Dressage,  Eventing,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  Member Spotlight,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love

    Member Spotlight: Leah Beach

    March 16, 2026 /

    Check out this Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, featuring Leah Beach, an all-around rider from Five Valleys Pony Club in the Big Sky Region. Learn about her favorite Pony Club activities and her great tips for joining!

    read more
    Megan Scharfenberg
 Older Posts
Newer Posts 

Search

Pony Club Topics

Archives

wilson-college-equine-studies
adopt a wild horse or burro from the blm
tips for working with retired racehorses
Rotating Corporate Sponsors
Ad

Don’t Miss Our Documentary

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9ogVcDZHcY&t=139s
Check out the USPC Podcast on Buzzsprout!
2026 © The United States Pony Clubs, Inc.
  • All Posts
  • USPC Press Releases
  • The Pony Club Podcast
  • Submission Guidelines
  • Contact Us
  • www.ponyclub.org
Ashe Theme by WP Royal.