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Racine County Pony ClubRacine County Pony Club is located within the Lake Shore Region with members from southeast Wisonsin and northern Illinois.
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About Racine County Pony Club
The Racine County Pony Club – also known as RCPC – is an active and vibrant member of the United States Pony Club organization. We have about 50 members, including both Youth members and Horsemasters (Adults).
RCPC was chartered in 1967. The club was first organized through a lesson program for students of the Prairie School in Racine, using leased horses from a local stable. The active horse community in the Caledonia area worked hard to support the club, anxious to see this education of young people continue and grow. In 2007, with the help of generous donors, the Racine County Pony Club became the first Pony Club in the United States to open its own equestrian center. The Center, 5518 Highway 31 in Racine, is our home base for educational meetings and mounted clinics, our community lesson program and events for the community.
RCPC was chartered in 1967. The club was first organized through a lesson program for students of the Prairie School in Racine, using leased horses from a local stable. The active horse community in the Caledonia area worked hard to support the club, anxious to see this education of young people continue and grow. In 2007, with the help of generous donors, the Racine County Pony Club became the first Pony Club in the United States to open its own equestrian center. The Center, 5518 Highway 31 in Racine, is our home base for educational meetings and mounted clinics, our community lesson program and events for the community.
Mission StatementThe United States Pony Clubs, Inc. is an educational organization which builds the foundations of teamwork and sportsmanship through riding, mounted sports, care of horses and ponies, while developing and enhancing leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a sense of community in its youth and adult members.
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Core ValuesHorsemanship with respect to healthcare, nutrition, stable management, handling and riding a mount safely, correctly and with confidence. Organized teamwork including cooperation, communication, responsibility, leadership, mentoring, teaching and fostering a supportive yet competitive environment. Respect for the horse and self through horsemanship; for land through land conservation; and for others through service and teamwork. Service by providing an opportunity for members, parents, and others to support the Pony Club program locally, regionally and nationally through volunteerism. Education at an individual pace to achieve personal goals and expand knowledge through teaching others. |
Membership:
USPC offers educational programming and opportunities through several different membership types so that everyone can share their love of horses. All levels of membership in The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. develop character, leadership, confidence, and a sense of community. Joining USPC allows you to forge your path with horses based upon your lifestyle, needs, and level of local involvement. Whether you want to research educational topics, learn more with friends and family, or volunteer within your community, Pony Club has membership options for your needs.
The following requirements are NEW for Participating Members:
Effective January 1, 2022, Center, Club, and National Members of USPC aged 18 and over, will be required to provide proof of SafeSport(TM) Trained Course completion. In addition, all members aged 21 and over, will be required to complete a favorable USPC background check.
The fees outlined below are for NATIONAL DUES ONLY.
❑ $155 New Member for 2022.
❑ $145 Regular Renewal for 2022, postmarked or paid after 11/15/21.
❑ $195 National Member for 2022. (Must be at least 18 yrs & have achieved a C-2 HM Certification. One-time letter of recommendation required from DC, CA or RS.)
In addition, to national dues, there are Regional and Club dues. Please contact the District Commissioner, Sara Fischer, at racinecountyponyclub@gmail.com for more information on how to join or for a tour.
The following requirements are NEW for Participating Members:
Effective January 1, 2022, Center, Club, and National Members of USPC aged 18 and over, will be required to provide proof of SafeSport(TM) Trained Course completion. In addition, all members aged 21 and over, will be required to complete a favorable USPC background check.
The fees outlined below are for NATIONAL DUES ONLY.
❑ $155 New Member for 2022.
❑ $145 Regular Renewal for 2022, postmarked or paid after 11/15/21.
❑ $195 National Member for 2022. (Must be at least 18 yrs & have achieved a C-2 HM Certification. One-time letter of recommendation required from DC, CA or RS.)
In addition, to national dues, there are Regional and Club dues. Please contact the District Commissioner, Sara Fischer, at racinecountyponyclub@gmail.com for more information on how to join or for a tour.