Welcome to Waimakariri Riding Club

Attending the Castleridge camp  amongst 20 other WRC stalwarts, and on a rather  green young horse, could have made for an anxious time - but the tremendous camaraderie, help, support and general madness  ensured that my first ever trekking weekend was most enjoyable for  both Arco and I.  Not really having much of a clue,  there were plenty of role models to watch and learn from and over the three days our experience grew and grew from the first ride where Gwen ensured all t

An impressive turnout of 75 horse and rider combinations from across Canterbury and the South Island came along to the Waimakariri Riding Club (WRC) Ribbon Day on 13th December, to showcase their horsemanship. The event, held at the Kaiapoi Pony Club grounds, exceeded expectations drawing riders of all ages and experience together and demonstrating the depth and diversity of the local equestrian community. The atmosphere was undoubtedly one of celebration and camaraderie as r

There is a lot that could be said about our first annual camp. In fact we have five pages of feedback so the next organising committee will take points from that. However, the following are overwhelmingly the key points that we can take from it. Perhaps talk to one of the 20 people who attended and make up your mind for next year! Venue - Selwyn Equestrian Centre Impressive in most respects. They allowed some to sleep in floats and some in bunks. Enabled us to go undercover i