 SHOW INFORMATION & RULES OCTOBER 4TH & 5TH, 2008 FRANKLIN COUNTY SADDLE CLUB, PASCO, WA Sponsored By: STRIDES AGAINST CANCER HORSE SHOW COMMITTEE JUDGE: ROB WEBER, MOSES LAKE Announcer: JOHN GIVENS, KENNEWICK Office opens at 7am both days. Food concessions available on the grounds ******************************************************** Additional copies of the class lists, entry forms, and show information can be downloaded from the web at: www.stridesagainstcancer.org ******************************************************** AGE: The age of an individual on October 1, 2008. For horse show purposes a horse has become 1 year old on January 1 following the actual foaling date. CHANGES: Show management may combine classes if there are less than three participants except when three were entered and one scratches. Exhibitors will be notified if classes are combined or canceled. Classes with three entries on the books count for points if only two show. CLASS ENTRIES cannot be accepted or traded at the gate and must be made prior to the class entering the arena. CONDUCT by exhibitors, trainers, owners, owner's representatives, spectators, and all other persons present on the show grounds shall be orderly, responsible, sportsmanlike and humane in the treatment of horses. Unsportsmanlike or irresponsible conduct or any other form of misconduct that is illegal, indecent, profane, intimidating, threatening, harassing, or abusive is prohibited, as is the inhumane treatment of horses. Show Management may immediately expel offenders from the show grounds, forfeiting all prizes and awards with no refund of fees paid. Show Management reserves the right to reject any entry of any exhibitor or owner, or the participation of any agent, representative or trainer, who has shown an objectionable attitude towards the show and/or its management, or who has conducted themselves in an abusive, irresponsible, or unsportsmanlike manner at a previous show. DOGS must be on a leash at all times. ENTRY FORMS must be plainly printed or typed and signed by owner or authorized agent, the Rider/ handler (non-owner), and any coach or trainer. Parent or guardian signature is required if the rider/handler is a Jr. Exhibitor. Exhibitor numbers will not be released until all required parties have signed the entry form. Entries cannot be accepted without payment of all applicable Class, Camping or RV, Office, and Stall or Haul-In Fees; Open Checks cannot be accepted as payment for initial entries. Each horse and rider combination must complete a separate entry form and will be issued a separate number. ENTRY FEES are non-refundable for missed or scratched classes and will not be deducted from amounts owing on Open Checks. Exhibitors will be allowed to transfer entry fees from one class to another provided the trade is submitted to the show office on the appropriate form class prior to the first class being traded entering the arena. EXHIBITORS must appear in the ring suitably attired, with correct number on their backs or on both sides of the saddle pad, clearly visible to the Judge at all times when in competition. Entries with wrong/missing numbers or riders not entered in the show will be excused. In addition, a description of appropriate attire will be posted in the office. FRANKLIN COUNTY SADDLE CLUB: Due to insurance liability issues, exhibitors may not be on the grounds before Noon Friday, and only horses entered in the show are permitted on the show grounds (an entry form must be signed and fees paid before horses can be exercised or stabled on the grounds); we are sorry but earlier access to the grounds cannot be granted for any reason. GATE HOLDS for tack/attire changes are to be requested at the office prior to the start of the class. No horse will be allowed to enter the ring once the gate is closed. HIGH POINT AWARDS: High Point Buckles will be given in each of the 4 age divisions. Reserve trophies will be given in each of the 4 age divisions. Points are counted on single horse & rider combinations only. All classes except for the Saturday evening fun classes, Hobby Horse Rookie Rider Walk/Trot and Versatility do not count towards high point awards. If in case of a tie, showmanship will be the tie-breaker. All exhibitors entered in the show will have points automatically counted from all designated point earning classes. High point standings will only be posted at the conclusion of Saturday classes and at the end of the show. If exhibitors would like a copy prior to posting there will be a charge of $5.00 per copy. Points will be counted as follows:2-8 Class Entries: 6-5-4-3-2-1 9-16 Class Entries: 7-6-5-4-3-2 17-26 Class Entries: 8-7-6-5-4-3 27+ Class Entries: 9-8-7-6-5-4 JUDGE: All decisions of the judge are final. No exhibitor/owner/trainer may approach the Judge with regard to a decision unless he/she first obtains permission from the Show Committee who shall arrange an appointment at an appropriate time and place. LOSS AND INJURY: I AGREE in consideration for my participation in this Competition to the following: I AGREE that I choose to participate voluntarily in the Competition with my horse as a rider, handler, lessee owner, agent, coach/trainer, or as parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor. I am fully aware and acknowledge that horse sports and the Competition involve inherent dangerous risks of accident, loss, and serious bodily injury including broken bones, head injuries, trauma, pain, suffering, or death ("Harm"). I AGREE to release the Strides Against Cancer Show committee and the Franklin County Saddle Club and the Competition from all claims for money damages or otherwise for any Harm to me or my horse and for any Harm caused by me or my horse to others, even if the Harm caused by me or my horse to others, even if the Harm resulted, directly or indirectly, from the negligence of the Strides Against Cancer Show committee and the Franklin County Saddle Club or the Competition. I AGREE to expressly assume all risks of Harm to my horse, or me including Harm resulting from the negligence of the Strides Against Cancer Show committee and the Franklin County Saddle Club or the Competition. I AGREE to indemnify (that is, to pay any losses, damages, or costs incurred by) the Strides Against Cancer Show Committee and the Franklin County Saddle Club and the Competition and to hold them harmless with respect to claims for Harm to me or my horse, and for claims made by others for any Harm caused by me or my horse at the Competition. I have read the Strides Against Cancer Show Committee rules about protective equipment, and I understand that I am entitled to wear protective equipment without penalty, and I acknowledge that Strides Against Cancer Show Committee strongly encourages me to do so while WARNING that protective equipment cannot guard against all injuries. If I am a parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor, I consent to the child's participation and AGREE to all of the above provisions and AGREE to assume all of the obligations of this release on the child's behalf. I AGREE that Strides Against Cancer Show Committee and the Franklin County Saddle Club and "Competition" as used above includes all of their officials, officers, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers, and affiliated organizations. OPEN CHECKS are a courtesy for exhibitors that have already paid to enter the show who intend to enter additional classes during the show, with the understanding that classes once entered will be charged, and that missed or scratched classes will not be deducted from any amount owing. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR: Exhibitors must wear an appropriate show attire hat or helmet in all classes. Protective headgear is not required in any riding classes, but it is highly recommended. Protective headgear must be worn properly i.e. if you have a harness on your protective headgear it must be fastened. Any exhibitor may wear protective headgear (ASTM/SEI) in any division or class without penalty from the judge. REFUND OF ENTRY FEES will only be made upon receipt of a Physician's or Veterinarian's Certificate, stating the nature of the disability, and presented prior to rider's or horse's first class. Refunds will be mailed after the show. RETURNED CHECKS: $50 charge for checks returned for any reason. COLOR CLASSES: Open to horses not eligible to be shown in Non-Color. Horse must show a recognizable coat and/or color pattern (i.e. - Appaloosa, Buckskin, Dun, Grulla, Paint, Palomino, and Pinto). NON-COLOR CLASSES: Open to horses not eligible to be show in the Color Class. ENGLISH DIVISION Classes are open to horses and ponies and may be shown by riders of any age. 17 & under Exhibitors are restricted to mares and geldings. No cross entry is permitted between exhibitor age groups at the same show. Unless specified otherwise, acceptable bits for classes in this division include: regulation snaffles (inc. twisted wire), curbs, pelhams (inc. kimberwicks), and full bridles. Prohibited bits include: gag bits, mechanical hackamores, and flat polo mouthpieces; use of prohibited bits will result in disqualification. Judges may penalize for nonconventional types of bits and nosebands. Martingales are prohibited. Tack and attire to be suitable to horses type. Suitable attire includes: breeches, coat, and show shirt with a rat catcher or tie, tall boots or boots and ½ chaps and appropriate helmet or hat. Walk/Trot English Pleasure English Pleasure (all age divisions) English Pleasure Non-Color English Pleasure Color English Pleasure Open English Equitation (all age divisions) WESTERN DIVISION Classes are open to horses and ponies and may be shown by riders of any age. 17 & under Exhibitors are restricted to mares and geldings. No cross entry is permitted between exhibitor age groups at the same show. Entries to be shown in stock saddle and any standard Western bit. Hackamore bits slip or gag bits, rigid donut mouthpieces, and flat polo mouthpieces are prohibited. Standard snaffles and hackamores (bosal) are permitted in any class on Junior Horses 5 years and under. Tapaderos, caveson type nosebands, martingales, and tiedowns are prohibited. Appropriate western attire is required which includes Western hat or ASTM/SEI helmet, long sleeve shirt with collar (band, standup, tuxedo, etc.), pants (slacks, trousers, jeans), and riding boots with a heel; optional appointments include neckwear (ties, pins, necklaces, etc.) chaps, gloves and spurs (with or without rowels). "Fat Baby" or boots with a thick tread that cannot easily slip out of a stirrup are illegal in western classes. Chaps are illegal in Bareback Equitation Classes. Walk/Trot Western Pleasure Western Pleasure (all age divisions) Western Pleasure Non Color Western Pleasure Color Western Pleasure Open Western Equitation (all age divisions) MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES Bareback Equitation: May be ridden either English or Western. Must follow either English or Western Division rules. If riding western, chaps are illegal. Command Class, English or Western, Open May show in Hunter, Saddle Seat or Western tack and attire. To be shown collectively both ways of the ring at the walk, jog or trot, and canter or lope, and as Judge directs. The Judge's commands may include and are not limited to collecting or extending any gait, hand gallop, sidepass, forehand or haunch turns. This may be a 'fault & out' class at the judge's discretion. Halter: Judged on horse's confirmation. Will be asked to walk, trot and set up. Halter weanlings & yearlings Halter mares Halter geldings Halter stallions Halter non-color Halter color Hobby Horse Rookie Rider Walk/Trot: This class is a Western Equitation Class sponsored by Hobby Horse Clothing Co. Rider can never have one a blue ribbon at any show of any type; i.e. fun, schooling, 4H, fairs, open or breed shows. Winner will receive a $100.00 gift certificate that to be used on Hobby Horse apparel. Rider must complete rail work along with a pattern that will be posted at least 1 hour to class entering the arena. Keyhole Race: Each exhibitor will run individually and will be timed. Must run down through the 4 poles turn around and come back. Riders must enter the arena mounted, or will receive a no time. Any out of control behavior will result in a disqualification. Re-rides will only be granted if the judge feels there is a legitimate reason for the re-ride. Leadline: Class will be at the walk. Rider may not cross enter into any riding classes. Showmanship: Exhibitor will be asked to complete a pattern. Exhibitors will be judged on how well they complete the elements in the pattern and overall appearance and handling of horse. Showmanship is not required for high point awards, but the points do count. In case of a tie for high point, showmanship will be the tiebreaker. Trail: Trail will be run in a separate arena on Sunday from 10:00 to 3pm. Can be done either English or Western. Exhibitors will be judged on how well they maneuver the obstacles. Trail will count for high point awards. Versatility (Tracee Hauger memorial award): This class is open to 4H members who are able to attend the Benton Franklin Fair. Change will be made from English to Western. Exhibitors will be required to show their horses in both seats. Exhibitors may have 1 handler in the arena at change time. Exhibitors who do not bring in the appropriate tack will be disqualified. Exhibitors will be judged the whole time they are in the arena this includes during the tack change on tacking up and safety. Horses must be held during the tack change. A halter is permitted and highly encouraged during the tack change. |