Perfect Pony Club Pony FOR SALE

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This advertisement has been submitted by Jo Lentaigne who is the parent of a member in the branch.

Ricky has been a wonderful pony for my daughter who is now onto the next thing. We have had him for 2 years and 10 months and he has turned my now 13 year old into a confident and capable rider and she is now ready to move on. Despite his age Ricky is a strong and forward pony so would not be suitable for a complete novice, he loves doing what he does best (cross country) and he is super willing to do anything, all things PC, ODE's and hunter trials, show jumping etc.

Has attended multiple pony club camps and rallies, has represented his branch in showjumping team winning 1st place. Ricky is such a sweet genuine pony who is ready to teach his next little rider a lot. He jumps around 70 cm in shows at 80cm at home.

Ricky is easy to handle, clip, shoe, load ,catch and travel. Turns out with mares or geldings, he is fine hacking alone or in company. No vices at all.

Up to date with vaccinations, worming and teeth.

We are genuinely so sad to see him go and we would love him to go to a pony club family.

Genuine enquiries only please as this is a very sad sale.

If interested please do call to discuss further.

(Jo Lentaigne-07478 946783)

VIDEOS

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NEW - wearing of spurs now requiring training and passing a test

From 1^st January 2025 if you want to wear spurs in any Pony Club activity i.e. rallies/competitions, and do not hold your C+ test or above, you will need to take a spurs test. This test has been introduced to help protect the welfare of our horses and ponies.

We have been informed that other equestrian organisations such as Riding Clubs, NSEA, etc, are likely to be following along the same route.

These tests have to be assessed by an external B test examiner.  Tests are being organised within Area 11 at different venues. If you are successful you will be awarded a new hat tag that is yellow.  If you are unsuccessful the examiner will give you tips and guidance on improving a secure lower leg and seat and then retake at a later date.

The test has both theory and practical elements.  If we have enough of our own members to take up this test we will organise an external assessor. Should there not be enough we will organise alongside another branch in the area.

To help prepare for the spurs test we have organised a session to train for the theory side. This will take place on Friday 8^th November at Drapers Farm, South Chailey, starting at 5.00pm  and there will be no charge.  Please could you let Candy know asap if you would like to attend. We encourage parents of the attending member to come too and get a better understanding of what is involved and the standards to be met. If you currently don't wear spurs but think you may need to in the near future, please do come to this session and start the training.

If a rider is ever seen using spurs inappropriately the spurs test can be removed and the rider will have to retake it.

Candy Robbins

Stable management rally Thursday 17th October

Thursday 17th October

5-6pm

Stable management rally @ Drapers farm with Sonia Chittenden 

Hetty, Kara, Olivia and Marni are booked. If possible please bring some pictures of different horse and pony markings along with you.

There is space for a couple more members if anyone would like to join in.

Thanks

Briony