The Golden Hills Pony Club, representing San Benito, Santa Clara
and Monterey counties, participated at the Sierra Pacific/Middle
California Regional Rally on June 26-28.
The Golden Hills Pony Club, representing San Benito, Santa Clara and Monterey counties, participated at the Sierra Pacific/Middle California Regional Rally on June 26-28.
On Saturday, the members participated in the Dressage Rally and placed fourth overall. On Sunday they participated in the Show Jumping Rally where they placed first. They were also presented an award for the best tackroom set up.
Twelve teams participated from various clubs throughout the two regions of Sierra Pacific and Middle California. The competition was held in Elk Grove.
The mission of Pony Club is “to provide a program for youth that teaches riding, mounted sports, and the care of horses and ponies, thereby developing responsibility, moral judgment, leadership and self-confidence.”
Members of USPC have joined an organization dedicated to producing well-rounded horsemen and women and one that has produced many of the past and current Olympic and International riders.
USPC is unique because its educational programs place equal emphasis on the teaching of riding skills, horse-care fundamentals, and team participation with sportsmanship.
From the moment youth join USPC until they graduate, they are part of a broad network of activities and educational programs that promote the health and safety of both horse and rider.
USPC is dedicated to developing knowledgeable, competent, responsible, and caring horsemen. It is not necessary for a child to own a horse or pony, but they must have access to one when required.
More Information
Those interested in learning more about the Pony Club can visit its web site at www.ponyclub.org or contact Bess Pieracci, district commissioner at 831-663-1351.
