Ep 10. Greener Pastures (1)
- TV-Y
- April 10, 2001
- 24 min
The Saddle Club is a popular Australian television show that follows the adventures of three teenage girls who share a passion for horses. In season 1 episode 10, titled "Greener Pastures (1)," Stevie, Carole, and Lisa are thrilled to hear that Pine Hollow Stables is getting a new addition to its collection of horses. The girls are eager to meet the new horse and are even more excited to compete with him in an upcoming jumping competition.
However, their excitement is short-lived when they discover that the new horse, Diablo, is ill-tempered and difficult to control. The trainer, Max Regnery, says that he needs time to work with the horse before he can be ridden. Stevie, Lisa, and Carole are disappointed and frustrated, as they were looking forward to riding Diablo in the competition.
Meanwhile, Lisa's father is preparing to sell their family's horse farm, and Lisa is devastated at the thought of losing her beloved horse, Prancer. She confides in her friends about her concerns, and they encourage her to talk to her father about her feelings.
As the days go by, Max continues to work with Diablo, but the horse remains sullen and uncooperative. The girls begin to worry that they won't be able to ride him in the competition. Stevie, who has experience with difficult horses, offers to help Max with Diablo, but he refuses her offer.
As Lisa struggles with her family's decision to sell their farm, Carole faces her own personal challenges. She is nervous about her upcoming riding exam, and her nerves are causing her to make mistakes during her training.
The episode ends with the girls still uncertain about whether they will be able to ride Diablo in the competition. Lisa decides to talk to her father about her feelings, while Stevie and Carole continue to search for a way to work with the difficult horse.
Overall, "Greener Pastures (1)" is a poignant and emotional episode that highlights the ups and downs of working with horses. The challenges faced by the girls are relatable, and their determination to overcome them is inspiring. This episode sets the stage for the following episode, "Greener Pastures (2)," which promises to deliver even more drama and excitement.