Lisa Atwood is faced with more responsibility than she bargained for--and plenty of danger--on her trip to the Bar None Ranch when her friend Carole falls ill during a bareback midnight trail ride.
The Saddle Club members cause major mix-ups when they plan a "bridle" shower for the stable owner and try to get a stablehand certified as a riding counselor.
While visiting the racetrack stables with the Pine Hollow veterinarian, the Saddle Club uncovers a plot to harm Monkeyshines, a stallion in training for the upcoming race.
The Saddle Club is thrilled to be attending an international riding competition, even if it means working as grooms for spoiled Beatrice Benner. When she's hurt in an accident, the girls convince Kate to take her place.
The Saddle Club is invited to participate in a fox hunt, but the girls are worried that Stevie's brothers will sabotage the hunt as revenge for her practical jokes.
The Saddle Club helps Max, the Pine Hollow Stables manager, sort through riding costumes in exchange for tickets to the Capitol Riding Show, where they plan to see their friend Dorothy and her fiance.