I started TREC with my first winter competition in March 2016 closely followed by a summer one-day event at Bibury in June 2016. I joined the Wessex committee in 2017 as I love the fun atmosphere and camaraderie that goes with Wessex events.
I started TREC with my old eventer Pilgrim when his career ended but he still needed a job, we spent over a year hacking in the Cotswolds often going out all day with just our saddle bags, snacks and map. I wondered if there was a competitive version of hacking and came across TREC. I now have a wonderful mare Winnie and I look forward to competing again after organising competitions for Wessex for the last 6 years.
My favourite part of TREC is meeting new people and learning constantly, there is always something new to learn and I enjoy helping at competitions all over the country and who can resist camping with their pony and good friends!
My favourite TREC memory is of the Level 1 championships 2019 where Wessex TREC Club had a fabulous time and much success but I love how encouraging and friendly our club is helping out those with less experience and being genuinely proud of everyone's achievements. My proudest moment with Wessex was the National Championships in 2023 where everybody in the club pulled together to create an unforgettable event with amazing routes, courses and atmosphere!