Rainbow Riders Clear Hurdles

Nine members of Big Bay Pony Club (BBPC) rode to victory during regional rally competition July 17-19 at the Wisconsin Equestrian Center in DePere. Judged on horse management and riding skills, the club members had a leg up on the competition during the multi-faceted two-division event.

A four-person team of riders, in addition to a stable manager, represented BBPC in each division. Each team was judged on horse management and riding.

During formal inspection in the Horse Management (HM) category, focal points of adjudication were centered on the Dressage, Show Jumping and Cross Country categories. These included cleanliness and organization of each stall and designated area, condition and cleanliness of each horse and of all tack. The D Rally teams competed in this division…

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Date: 8-25-2009
By: www.dailypress.net