Other musts here are the Junior Riders Mailing Digest and an International Pen Pal List for horse lovers. This site is the best thing to happen to Jr. Riders since Misty of Chincoteague. The Web and email can be very addictive. While I think there is no healthier place in the world for kids than a barn, in real life or cyberspace, I recently found some players were involved in 2-3 games, running several barns, associations and businesses. Some of these kids need to get out more.
Electronic communication has a steep learning curve.
And valley floor is littered with the victims of flame wars. Help your kids, instead of turning them loose on the computer. Guide them to learn some internet manners, respect for the property of others and how to communicate politely. Unwanted email, aka spam, is becoming more common on the internet. They all need their hands slapped on occasion and they knew the rules when they started.