Vicki, Kelly, and Amanda Wilson

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The Wilson Sisters
Born
Vicki Wilson, Kelly Wilson, Amanda Wilson

Nationality New Zealander
Occupation Authors, coach, television producer, equestrianism
Parents
  • John Wilson (father)
  • Heather Wilson (mother)

Vicki, Kelly and Amanda Wilson, generally known as The Wilson Sisters, are three New Zealanders from Northland. [1]

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Background

The Wilson Sisters are known in equestrian circles for helping to tame wild Kaimanawa horses, to avoid them having to be culled when the herd exceeds sustainable management numbers. They have competed in the highest level of jumping for many years. [2] They produced the popular Keeping up with the Kaimanawas show about their activities, [3] [4] which was seen by over 500,000 viewers. [5]

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References

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  2. "The Wilson Sisters – Vicki, Kelly and Amanda, equestrian champions". www.teamws.nz. Retrieved 6 January 2019.
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