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  • 2025 USPC Founders Award Winners
    Alumni in the News,  Annual Meetings,  In The Spotlight,  Leaders and Volunteers,  Pony Club Blog,  USPC Convention

    Meet the 2025 USPC Founders Award Winners

    February 9, 2026 /

    The USPC Founders Award is one of the highest honors in Pony Club—reserved for individuals whose dedication has shaped the organization at the local, regional, and national levels for 20 years or more. This isn’t simply long service; it’s decades of mentorship, leadership, and quiet behind-the-scenes impact that helps Pony Club thrive for generations to come. During the 2026 USPC Convention in Lincolnshire, Ill., three extraordinary volunteers were recognized with the 2024 Founders Award at the Saturday Night Banquet held at the Lincolnshire Marriott Resort. Their stories reflect the heart of Pony Club—and are well worth the read.

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    USPC National Office
  • Carleigh Fedorka, PhD, and Jen Verharen in the Academy of Achievement
    Alumni in the News,  Annual Meetings,  In The Spotlight,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  USPC Convention

    Introducing the 2026 Academy of Achievement Inductees and the National Youth Congress Delegates

    February 6, 2026 /

    The USPC Academy of Achievement (AA) shines a spotlight on Pony Club alumni who are doing incredible things in the world beyond the barn. As part of the honor, they headed to the 2026 USPC Convention to take part in the USPC National Youth Congress, sponsored by the Western & English Sales Association (WESA) and Dreamers & Schemers. The National Youth Congress (NYC) is an intensive leadership experience designed for members ages 18 to 23. Meet both groups of special Pony Club members honored for their achievements.

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    USPC National Office
  • Rob Burk with his daughter, who has also participated in Pony Club.
    Alumni in the News,  Annual Meetings,  Eventing,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  Pony Club Blog,  USPC Convention

    Meet Rob Burk, the 2026 USPC Convention Keynote Speaker

    January 27, 2026 /

    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is proud to host Rob Burk, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the United States Eventing Association (USEA), as the keynote speaker at the 2026 USPC Convention, sponsored by Elizabeth Hamill Bramsen, 1961 A Alum, Wayne-Du Page Hunt Pony Club; and Via Nova Training. Learn all about Rob and his experience with USPC.

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    USPC National Office
  • A young woman walking her horse, patting the horse.
    Dressage,  Eventing,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  Member Spotlight,  Play Games,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love

    Member Spotlight: Anna Erickson

    January 19, 2026 /

    Check out this Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, featuring Anna Erickson, an all-around English rider from Hidden "K" Stables Pony Club Riding Center in the Carolina Region. Learn about her horses and her future goals.

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    Megan Scharfenberg
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    Instruction,  Pony Club Blog

    Get the Most from Riding in a Clinic

    January 17, 2026 /

    Riding in a clinic can be an invaluable educational experience, offering a chance to learn new techniques and access to a higher level of instruction, while boosting confidence and skills. Follow these tips to get the most from riding in a clinic.

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    Meg Finn
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    Horse Careers,  Pony Club Blog

    Amplify Horse Racing Opens Spring 2026 Youth Mentorship Program Application

    January 9, 2026 /

    Amplify Horse Racing, an affiliate partner of the United States Pony Clubs, Inc., is now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 session of its Mentorship Program, an educational initiative connecting youth and young adults with experienced professionals across the Thoroughbred racing and breeding industry.

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    USPC National Office
  • A young woman riding her horse in a dressage arena, the horse is wearing a neck ribbon.
    Dressage,  Eventing,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  Member Spotlight,  Play Games,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love

    Member Spotlight: Alexandra Frailey

    December 15, 2025 /

    Check out this Pony Club Member Spotlight, brought to you by Kentucky Performance Products, featuring Alexandra Frailey, an all-around English rider from Spokane Pony Club in the Inland Empire Region. Learn about her favorite Pony Club memory and her tips for prepping for Horse Management certifications.

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    Megan Scharfenberg
  • A veterinarian and a horse owner standing by a horse talking.
    Horse Health,  Horse Management,  Horse Well-Being,  Instruction,  Pony Club Blog,  Tips From Pony Club Pros

    Equine Sedation: A Comprehensive Guide for Horse Owners

    December 9, 2025 /

    This article on equine sedation, courtesy of the experts at Zoetis Equine, provides horse owners with a comprehensive guide for what to expect, pre- and post-sedation, as well as during, and explains the three types of sedatives available to give to horses.

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  • Nellie, a palomino talks about her nightmare and how she learns about wild horse traits and behavior.
    Behavior,  Horse Management,  Horse Well-Being,  Pony Club Blog

    My Wild Cousins and Me: Discovering Wild Horse Traits and Behaviors

    December 5, 2025 /

    In a continuation of our horse well-being initiative, this story from Nellie will explain wild horse traits and behaviors to young readers as they meet "Nellie" for the first time.

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    Ride Into Learning: Allpony.com Launches New Educational Courses for Learners of All Ages and Experience Levels

    December 1, 2025 /

    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to announce the release of eight new interactive online courses on the Allpony platform — designed for horse lovers of all ages. These offerings expand USPC’s commitment to delivering top-quality, expert-developed education on horsemanship, safety, and horse care and well-being. USPC’s well-known curriculum has shaped generations of capable and responsible equestrians for more than 70 years.

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    Sarah Evers Conrad
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