1.  Who do I email for Stillwater Pony Club membership information?  Any of the members listed on the Contacts page can help you with membership or general United States Pony Club information.

2.  Who can join Stillwater Pony Club?  Membership is open to all young men and women under the age of 25 interested in horsemanship. The only requirement is that they must have access to a pony or horse. Pony Club members may start as early as age six, although they must be able to walk and trot well enough to participate in activities. Membership can start at any age under 21.   Members don't just ride ponies, older members usually ride horses.

3.  What are the age limits?  There is no minimum age set by USPC for joining Pony Club, however, individual clubs may set their own limits. Talk with the District Commissioner (DC) of your local club about your child's abilities, and he/she can help you determine at what level your child could participate.

Recently, the USPC made a decision to extend the age limit of participating youth from 21 to 25 years of age for a trial period of 3 years, beginning January 1, 2006. USPC extended the age limit in order to be consistent with Pony Clubs in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

4.  Where are unmounted meetings held?  Unmounted meetings are generally held at the home of a parent.

5.  Where are mounted meetings held?  Mounted meetings are generally held at members private facilities or the Twin Towers Equestrian Park in Fairborn, Ohio.  Twin Towers has a stadium jumping arena, cross country course, 2 dressage arenas and stalls are currently under construction.

6.  What size horse or pony can be used?  Any size pony or horse can be used provided that it is appropriate for the size and ability of the rider.

7.  Does my child have to own a pony or horse?  No, it is not necessary for a child to own a horse or pony, but they need to have access to one.  The Stillwater Pony Club does not have horses to rent or borrow.

8.  How much does it cost to join?  Yearly membership dues are $130.00.  This covers membership to Stillwater Pony Club, the MidSouth Region, and USPC.