Finally some photos

of D'Arcy, one of my Kaimanawa ponies from the 2010 muster.

D'Arcy was coming 2 when he came to me, is now rising 5. I've really only ridden him about 20 times and he is turning into an awesome pony.

Shortly after he first arrived:

About 1 month later:

I always thought he was the better looking of the two ponies, but Rupert is so photogenic that his photos look way better. Lots of people comment about how well put together he is now. I'm glad I could see that when he was "in the rough"

Practice fence - 1st fence of the day:

Next practice fence:

Jump 1

Last two fences of the course:

I don't know if he will be fast enough to be a show jump pony, but I think he might have enough technique to do show hunter. If he is not sold before, I will start him in a few low level horse trials this season. He's going to make some kid a fabulous fun pony.

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He looks fantastic Anne!

D'Arcy did his first 95 cm horse trial at the weekend. 66% in dressage, VERY naughty in XC and clear SJ.

Not bad progress really!

I'm pretty proud of my wild pony!

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WOW ...he scrubs up well for a wild thing ...haha XC must got him thinking about life back in the wild[]

Congratulations Anne ...he looks gorgeous[^]

Cheers