APPOINTMENTS • NOVEMBER 2011 USPC held ‘Festival,’ where professionals come to teach pony clubbers in both mounted and horse theory sessions. Dakota DePalma and Olivia Gould joined Emily and Samantha in Kentucky and all said they had wonderful, unforgettable learning opportunities. River Valley Pony Club would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the local horse community for their support in helping develop these young riders into responsible, future leaders. They would especially like to note the following who volunteered their services this past year: Marilyn Yike, Cathy Berlin, Angel Martin, Eric Dierks, Vicki DePalma, Tryon Equine, Redgate Farm, Longshadows Farm, Fox Meadow Farm and Renavatio Farm. The following professionals also shared their knowledge this year: Trayce Doubek, Annie Maunder, Jana Ritacco, Justine Tibbles, Jeannie Smith and Kathi Hines. For more information about River Valley Pony Club, please check out the club’s website rivervalley.ponyclub.org or contact Helen Firby at mfirby1@windstream.net. - article submitted by Helen Firby
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