Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country
2006 Show Team

Show Team - Show Schedule - Show Classes - Show Results


Show Team

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country We are in the process of forming our ASPC/AMHR 2006 show team and are now accepting new motivated pony enthusiasts. Beginners are welcome and riding is not a requirement as shows are also offering several fun in hand and showmanship classes. As a way to promote the mini or Shetland as a therapy animal, most shows are also now offering MPC (mentally/physically challenged) classes. So come have fun with ponies, and meet new friends!

Register for one or more shows and come experience the true show ambiance! Space is limited so register early.

Fees: TBA depending on the show. Usually $75 will cover pony & tack use and transportation/stall/shavings/office fees. Classes' fees are not included,, and are usually between $5 and $20 per class, depending on the class, and the show.

Pee-Wees
2-4 years old

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country Leadline - Costume
Leading rein, showmanship, obstacles (if ready)
Compete for the ASPC/AMHR Youth Leadline and All-Star Awards.
Must come for 1 group session before shows




Junior Show Team
5-7 years old

Many classes to choose from depending on handling/riding experience and ability. Most classes will be reserved for children 7 and under:
Leading rein, Equitation classes (walk/ walk/trot, obstacles under saddle, jumping over fences (1')), showmanship, costume, and in-hand obstacles/hunter/jumper.
Earn your Equitation Merit Award; get on the Top Ten All-Star list, and most of all: HAVE FUN!
Must participate in monthly group sessions

Senior Show Team
8-12 years old

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country Compete in all youth classes, for the Equitation Merit Award, Top ten All Star list and many High Point Youth Awards. And if you want some extra fun, do not forget the Costume class!
Must participate in bi- monthly group sessions

Show Schedule

We will be attending several AMHR/ASPC breed shows. We prefer attending these shows as all classes are reserved for either minis (38" and under), or Shetland ponies (46" and under), who, we believe are the perfect sizes for young children starting in the show ring. There are many classes to choose from and ribbons to win. Every participant is sure to proudly take some home! There are also special activities planned for all children, so come join us and have fun!

March 18-19:
Lone Star Pony Club - AMHR/ASPC
Corsicana, TX

April 14, 15 & 16,
The Daffodil Dandy - ASPC/AMHR
Glen Rose, TX

May 27 & 28,
Lone Star Pony Club - AMHR/ASPC
Corsicana, TX

June 23, 24 & 25:
National Area V Show - ASPC/AMHR
Shawnee, OK

July 7, 8 & 9:
National Area VI Show - ASPC/AMHR
Lincoln, NE

July 22-23:
Mini Fiesta - AMHR
San Antonio, TX

August 2 - 5:
National Shetland Congress - ASPC
St Louis, MO

October 27, 28 & 29
Halloween Spooktacular Show - ASPC/AMHR
Glen Rose, TX

This is a tentative schedule and we will be revising it according to interest and preferences.


Show Classes

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country There are many classes children and their ponies can enter at one show.

In hand classes: The child is on the ground leading the pony
- Halter (points are for the pony, but it must be well presented)
- Showmanship (points are for the child: how well he/she shows his/her pony)
- Liberty (the child present his pony free running in the arena)
- Obstacle/Jumping/Hunting in hand (the child leads his pony through an obstacle or jumping course)

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country Riding classes: The child is riding the pony
- Leadline classes (For our youngest members; they ride but their pony is led at all time)
- Leading rein (walk/trot on a leading rein; for young riders)
- Equitation classes: English or Western
- Open Pleasure classes: English or Western
- Jumping class (for advanced riders and ponies only)
- Costume class (the pony can be led or ridden).... A favorite class among children

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country Driving classes: Children will have the traces, but an adult will be seating with them in the cart
- Combined driving/riding (the child shows the pony both under saddle and driven)
- Pleasure driving
- Obstacles driving (for advanced drivers and ponies)
- Roadster class

Many classes to choose from, lots of ribbons, a great sense of accomplishment for the pony enthusiast, and lots of fun make shows great experiences for both parents and children.

Show Results

We will list results after each show, so please, visit us again!


Thank You

Peaceful Valley Ranch International Children's and Ponies' Ranch of Bandera in the Texas Hill Country Even before the start of the show season we would like to thank Amy Moerman for listening to us and adding many riding classes to the TX shows, allowing more children to participate. Thanks Amy, we will be looking forward to seeing you again very soon.