November was filled with exciting milestones and memorable experiences! I started planning my summer trip to Portugal and celebrated the approval of the Youth Leadership and Ambassadorship Program for Alberta North’s Pony Club youth reps—2025 is going to be amazing! From visiting the U of C’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine to our first Youth Rep Hangout and the Spruce Meadows Christmas Market, November was truly inspiring and festive.

This October, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Canadian Pony Club National Quiz for the second time—this time in beautiful Nova Scotia! With last year’s Quiz taking me to the West Coast, I can now officially say I’ve dipped my toes in both oceans.Check out the full story of my coast-to-coast Quiz journey!

September was full of milestones and inspiration. I attended the Spruce Meadows Masters, where I soaked up the excitement of world-class show jumping and had the chance to meet Rachel from Candence Equine, whose passion for the sport truly inspired me. I also tested my C2 on Kiko, a lovely horse loaned by Danica, and was so proud of the progress we made together—it was a rewarding step forward in my Pony Club journey!

August was a month of firsts, from seeing Niagara Falls to competing at National Dressage with Maggie, a spunky pony who gave her all despite our height difference. I placed first in my opening test, overcame nerves in the second, and finished fifth overall—an experience filled with learning and growth. The trip ended with some travel drama, but the memories made along the way, including visiting the Hamilton Hunt Club, made it all unforgettable!

July was unforgettable as I headed to National Rally as team captain for Alberta North Pony Club. Despite the competition being canceled due to wildfire smoke, the trip was filled with meaningful moments, like reuniting with Opal in her new home and bonding with my teammates through fun and creative ways to beat the heat. It was a reminder that Pony Club is about more than competition—it’s about the friendships, growth, and incredible experiences along the way!

June was a month of milestones for Falcom and me, from his first horse show to tackling water jumps at Regional Rally Camp. He amazed me with his heart and maturity, proving that young horses can rise to the occasion with trust and patience. The month became even sweeter with the arrival of my beautiful niece, Baby Jane—she’s already stolen my heart!