The afternoon will commence with registration of riders, gear check and then move into some riding, finishing up with a barbecue dinner.

The club’s new committee comprising Jason Wythes President, Troy Hopley Vice President, Treasurer Maree Cooper and Secretary Leeanne Hopley have some exciting plans for the club, which include potential upgrade of the facilities available to members.

Pony Club is a youth organisation whose’ aims are to promote citizenship, sportsmanship and horsemanship for riders under the age of 25.

Throughout the year there are

various instructional days and

competitions available for riders to participate in, including Show

and Cross country Jumping, Flat

riding and Dressage and Sporting

and Mounted Games to name a

few.

Additionally there are coaching accreditation for adults/parents ensuring that consistent instruction and safety are achieved.

2009 saw members achieve

across a number of riding

disciplines both within and outside Pony Club.

The annual Zone gymkhana held in July in West Wyalong saw Parkes Pony club win the Club teams event, overall point score and Parkes rider Megan Pearce won the individual point score.

State representatives for 2009 were Isobel and Megan Pearce, State Dressage Championships and Elizabeth Wythes State Show riding.

If you are interested in riding, have your own horse and would like to join us feel free to come along and be part of the fun. Please direct enquires to Club Chief Instructor Heather Wythes 6863 4230 or Secretary Leeanne Hopley 6862 1963.