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Policies
*Club communication occurs primarily through
email and on the website. Check the archives and the
calendar frequently for updates.
* A
member in good standing has: paid all national, regional and
local dues; has shown a commitment to the Code of Conduct and
the Mission of U S Pony Clubs, Inc.; has attended meetings in a
regular fashion and treats all clubbers and parents with respect
and courtesy.
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The welfare and safety of members and their mounts takes priority in any activity.
*Our primary purpose is to educate youth in horsemanship through
safe, educational and fun pursuits.
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Parents are encouraged to model courtesy and respect to all .
We must ever be mindful that we represent, not only the ideal
for the youth of the club, but also represent USPC, Inc.
to the community at large by your association.
*In
an effort to be good stewards of the resources and privileges
extended to the club, all must be prepared to participate in the
cleanup and care of the riding facilities that host our
meetings. Members are expected to assist in care of hunt
country trails, and clean-up days at host barns.
Mounted Meetings
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* one per month (usually a Saturday)
* always RSVP to DC or Secretary before the deadline 3 day
minimum ie:Wednesday before the Sat lesson
* all meetings begin on time
* all members dress appropriately
- ASTM/SEI approved helmet that fits!
- boots
- club shirt tucked in
- pin
- khaki pants, or modest shorts
- belt, if your pant have belt loops
- hair up and off face (no metal barrettes)
- no jewelry (except watch, wedding ring or medical ID)
- makeup, if worn, should be very light and no nail polish
* tack clean, safe and adjusted
* horse groomed (you do not need to wash for each meeting)
* listen attentively
* respond respectfully
* obey the rules of host barn
* leave things better than you found them
* thank instructors and land owners
Un-mounted Meeting
* one un-mounted meeting per month
* always confirm meeting place and time and your intent to attend with DC or Secretary
* all meeting begin on time
* all members dress appropriately
* bring note book and manual and horse management record book
* come prepared
* listen attentively
* respond respectfully
* obey the rules of host facility
* leave things better than you found them
* thank instructors
RALLY TEAMS
Members
who are in good standing, safely mounted and interested are
encouraged to attend rally. The Rally Chair, an adult
sponsor, has the primary responsibility for determining who is
qualified to attend rally and for setting competition teams. The rally experience brings into
play the best of Pony Club through encouraging teamwork,
independence and the all important horse management skills of
members. The Team Manager (Horse Manager), who is a youth
member, is a vital member of
the team and in support of that position, this club pays entry fees
for the TM/HM to the rally as long as treasury funds are available.
The TM/HM is a manager there to organize and support team members,
acting as a facilitator, not serving as a personal groom to
the team. TM/HM's are encouraged to participate in clinics
associated with the rally whenever graciously offered by the
Region..
Private Property Riding
Etiquette
- Remember that it is a privilege to
ride as a guest.
Always confirm permission before
riding out on land. Sometimes what was acceptable yesterday changes
today. For instance the owner may have used pesticides that could
harm your pony. If we are not sure who owns it then we
will not ride
there! Trespassing (especially on horseback) can makes land owners
angry.
- Ride only in areas expressly permitted
by your leader.
For instance, you may be at a clinic on
host property, your group is finished, and you think it would be a
good idea to go for a trail ride on such a beautiful piece of
property or do additional schooling. This type of activity, if
allowed will be confirmed by your leader and the land owner
before the activity and announced beforehand. No member of the club
or their parent should approach the land owner or their agent to ask
for these privileges. If it isn't offered up front, then
the landowner would rather you not and no one wants to be put in an
awkward position. This leaves a good impression with the land owner
a welcomed return for pony clubbers in the future.
- Stay off lawns, sidewalks, gardens and
picnic areas.
- Avoid breaking branches off trees
or picking wildflowers.
- Clean up manure!
- If riding on farmland, ride around
the perimeter of fields and stay away from crops!
- Leave gates exactly the way you
found them. Be careful not to leave any gate open. When in
doubt, close the gate.
- Leave
livestock alone and do not disturb it.
- Do not take your dog! A loose
dog can cause a horse to spook and be a hazard for horse and
rider!
- Never leave litter behind.
- When you meet anyone else
whether on horseback or foot, greet them and speak politely. It
might be the land owner or his/her guest or friend.
- Be sure to thank the land owner,
leader and instructor before you leave.
DO HAVE A GOOD TIME!
These guidelines are meant for ALL
properties, whether at a home, farm, barn or clinic.
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