IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Newfoundland Pony Society Launches Census to Determine Number and Location of Ponies Living in Newfoundland and Labrador

St. John’s, NL – The Newfoundland Pony Society (NPS) today announced a census to determine the number and location of Newfoundland Ponies in the Province. The census and oral history component will take place until March 29, 2013 and is being conducted in partnership with the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador (HFNL). The Newfoundland Pony is listed as a critically endangered species by Rare Breeds Canada. It is believed that there are fewer than 400 Newfoundland Ponies in North America with only 250 of these ponies able to be bred.

"We are collecting information on the number of Newfoundland Ponies living in Newfoundland and Labrador so an accurate picture of their population can be determined,” READ MORE >>

Also, Check out this report by NTV News

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Election of Officers

The results of the election of officers for the Newfoundland Pony Society are as follows. The positions became effective January 1, 2013.

President - Susan Walsh
Vice President - Cle Newhook
Registrar - Chris Aylward
Treasurer - Pamela Pippy
Secretary - Libby Carew
Membership Secretary - Cindy Mehaney

Councillors at Large:
Jack Harris (2 year position)
Peter Halley
Emily Chetkowski

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Message from Welsh Pony Breeder

I am a Welsh pony breeder (www.cwrtycadno.com) in Wales. I am considering continuing westwards by riding across Newfoundland in the Fall, 2013. I understand there are no restrictions on horses using the Trailway route from St John's to Port aux Basques.

Would it possible to acquire a Newfoundland pony or ponies for such a crossing? Do you think anyone would be willing to loan a pony/ponies, as a ride of this nature should be excellent promotion for the breed? Or would someone like to join forces with me? I reckon it would take no more than 3-4 weeks to cross Newfoundland, although I am always open to advice.

I would either need one pony with a back-up vehicle, or two ponies with one as a pack pony. If someone came along with me it would only need one other pony. I would very much appreciate thoughts/suggestions and useful contacts.

Megan Lewis

Telephone: 01558-650582 (Home) 07523654958 (UK mobile)
Email: megancwrtycadno@hotmail.co.uk

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Supporters and friends of the Newfoundland Pony and the Society are encouraged to renew their membership in the Society. An application form can be downloaded from this site.

Sincerely
Cindy Mehaney, Membership Secretary