DEPARTMENT UPDATES
ACTIVITIES
Welcoming Western Trail to Pony Club
The fall of 2020 brought about the release of the tenth. Yes, you read that right, the TENTH Pony Club discipline rulebook, Western Trail! Words cannot express our gratitude for the Western Trail Committee's diligent efforts as they worked tirelessly to bring this growing sport to Pony Club. The blending of any new sport with existing Pony Club policies and safety guidelines is tough, especially when there is no singular governing organizing for Western Trail within the United States. While the rulebook is aimed specifically at Western competitors, the committee and the Activities Department invite all members to participate in rallies where competitors not seeking Championships can request tack and attire allowances from the rally organizer. These allowances mean that competitors can turn out and dress in English equipment and attire to participate and gain new experiences.
Recognizing that few regions are currently offering Western Trail and Gymkhana rallies, USPC is pleased to offer both a Western Trail and Gymkhana Invitational in conjunction with the 2021 Festival Championships. Participation in these competitions is open to all Pony Club members and outside competitors. Make sure to check out the Guidebook to Festival for complete details.
DEVELOPMENT
USPC Annual Fund
We would like to thank all of our 2020 Annual Fund donors who helped us end the year with great success. We are working on the 2020 Honor Roll of Donors and will have it up on the website soon. The 2021 USPC Annual Fund Campaign officially kicked off in January, with a goal of $248,700. You can be part of the Annual Fund success by making your donation at donate.ponyclub.org.
Festival Sponsors
We are pleased to welcome the following sponsors for Festival 2021 and look forward to seeing everyone in July. SSG Riding Gloves, Title Sponsor; State Line Tack, Presenting Sponsor; and Discipline Sponsors: The University of Louisville Equine Industry Program, AgCredit, The Dressage Foundation, and Benefab.
Disaster Relief Fund
Did you know that Pony Club has a Disaster Relief Fund that is available to Pony Club families in the aftermath of natural disasters? You can make a donation to the Disaster Relief Fund by going to www.ponyclub.org/Donate/SpecialFunds. If you know anyone who might be in need of assistance from the Disaster Relief Fund, please contact the USPC Development office at development@ponyclub.org.
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