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Special Opportunities

USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge

Are you a Quiz enthusiast? Are you a member of both USPC and USHJA? You may have an opportunity to represent USPC at the USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Finals (HQC) held in November each year. HQC participants who are also USPC members may declare participation with their respective zone once they become eligible for HQC Finals. 24 individuals are invited to compete (the highest-scoring individual on the Level Two Quiz from each Zone, and then the remaining top 12 overall scores.) All HQC participants must complete both the Level One and Two quizzes by September 1, of the year in which they would like to compete.

Visit the HQC webpage to learn more and register for the new season.

USEF Pony Jumper Championships

USEF Pony Jumper Championships takes place each summer at the Kentucky Horse Park in conjunction with the United States Pony Finals. The competition is run by USEF and includes a Team Championship and an Individual Championships. Each Zone within USEF is represented, and USEF has graciously allowed USPC to send a team each year. The dates of this year's competition and other information about the competition and qualification process can be found on the USEF website.

NEW THIS YEAR: The USEF Pony Jumper National Championships will now feature height categories of Small Pony, Medium Pony, Large Pony, and 1.05m to allow competitors to compete at heights that best match their current experience. Learn more on the USEF website.

To declare your intent to represent USPC, members must submit a declaration form by March 10.

More Information   |   Complete the Declaration Form

USPC Research Project Fair

Have you ever looked at your horse and said "I wonder why…?” Is there something you always wanted to learn about your horse? Now you have an excuse to spend time with your best four-legged friend, satisfy your curiosity, and educate your fellow Pony Club members. Participate in the Pony Club Research Fair Competition held the beginning of every year during the USPC Convention.

Applications for the 2025 USPC Research Project fair close January 2, 2025.

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