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    Horse Management,  Pony Club Blog

    Spring Into Action: A Horse’s Guide to Blooming Health and Fitness

    March 12, 2025 /

    By Holly J. Helbig, DVM, Equine Technical Services Veterinarian, Zoetis Ah, spring. That magical time of year when flowers bloom, birds sing, and horses … well, they start to shed enough hair to knit a sweater for a small village. As an equine ambulatory veterinarian, I’ve seen the joys and tribulations of springtime horse care up close and personal. Spring brings not only the promise of warmer days and exciting competitions, but also a slew of healthcare considerations for our four-legged athletes. Fear not! I’m here to guide you through the process with a mix of humor, practical advice, and, of course, a story or two from the field. The…

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  • 2025 USPC Board of Governors, who were in attendance at the 2025 USPC Convention
    Alumni in the News,  Annual Meetings,  Leaders and Volunteers,  Pony Club Blog,  USPC Press Releases

    The United States Pony Clubs Announces New Board of Governors Members

    March 5, 2025 /

    The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) announced the election of the current slate of the USPC Board of Governors, who were all confirmed at the 2025 USPC Convention, held January 22-26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa near Traverse City, Mich. The new slate included five new Board of Governors members and four new Advisory Committee members. Read more about them here.

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    Sarah Evers Conrad
  • 2025 USPC Convention Recap Graphic
    Annual Meetings,  Leaders and Volunteers,  National Youth Board,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  Pony Club News,  USPC Convention,  USPC Press Releases

    Educational Opportunities Offered for Pony Club Members and Horse Lovers of All Ages at the 2025 USPC Convention in the Great Lakes Region

    February 28, 2025 /

    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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    Sarah Evers Conrad
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    In The Spotlight,  Pony Club Activities,  Pony Club Blog,  USPC Convention

    Latest USPC Brookfield Land Conservation Award Winner Announced at 2025 USPC Convention

    February 24, 2025 /

    The USPC Brookfield Conservation Award is awarded every year for efforts related to promotion of land conservation, preservation, and stewardship through member, club, center, or regional dedication and hard work. Read about this year's winners and all they did to earn the award.

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  • Alumni in the News,  Dressage,  I Ride! - Pony Club Discipline News,  In The Spotlight,  Leaders and Volunteers,  Pony Club Blog

    Lendon Gray Receives US Equestrian Lifetime Achievement Award

    February 20, 2025 /

    Lendon Gray, an A Eventing alum of the Penobscot Pony Club in the Northeast Region, along with a USPC National Instruction Legend Award winner and a 2000 USPC Academy of Achievement inductee, captured the United States Equestrian Federation Lifetime Achievement Award.

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  • 2025 USPC Academy of Achievement Inductees, Nicole Ligon Wimer and William Robertson
    Alumni in the News,  Horse Careers,  In The Spotlight,  Pony Club Blog,  Slices of Life,  USPC Convention

    Meet the 2025 Academy of Achievement Inductees and the 2025 National Youth Congress Delegates

    February 14, 2025 /

    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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    Where to Find Pony Club Teaching Tools and Education Resources

    February 13, 2025 /

    The United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) has developed a wide array of teaching tools and educational resources for members to go through the Pony Club curriculum. Here's where to find them.

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  • 2024 USPC Founders Award Winners
    Alumni in the News,  Annual Meetings,  In The Spotlight,  Leaders and Volunteers,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  USPC Convention

    Meet the 2025 USPC Founders Award Winners

    February 10, 2025 /

    Learn more about the outstanding individuals who were named 2024 USPC Founders Award winners. This award Award is given each year to one or more people who have made a significant contribution to Pony Club at the local, regional, and national levels over a period of 20 years or more.

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  • 2024 USPC Flash Teamwork Award - Sonoma Coastal EquesTraining Center Pony Club Riding Center Fundraising Event Group
    In The Spotlight,  Leaders and Volunteers,  Pony Club Activities,  Pony Club Blog,  Pony Club Love,  Slices of Life,  USPC Convention

    Sonoma Coastal EquesTraining Center Pony Club Riding Center (SCEC) Captures 2024 USPC Flash Teamwork Award

    January 28, 2025 /

    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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    Pony Club Blog

    U.S. Equestrian Announces New Categories for the 2025 USEF Pony Jumper National Championship

    January 20, 2025 /

    U.S. Equestrian introduces new height categories to the 2025 USEF Pony Jumper National Championships. Learn how this impacts the USPC team.

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