2017 GAHA open fall sport horse show

At Foxberry Farm

Sunday, September 17, 2017 Closing Date: September 6, 2017

Judges: Dressage: Dressage: Denice Kludt (“L”) Jumping: Ashley Doyal

This show is a Qualifier for: 2017 GAHA High Point Awards 2017 GDCTA Year-End Awards 2017 Southeast Schooling Show Championships 2018 GDCTA Lisa Seger Insurance AA Medal Championship

Georgia-Arabian.com

Location

Show Manager/ Entry Secretary

Online Entries

Day Secretary/ Volunteer Coordinator

Foxberry Farm 2338 School Rd Dallas, GA 30132

June Brewer 3101 Kirkwood Dr Kennesaw, GA 30144 678-677-4404 horseprint@aol.com

Equestrianentries.com

Connie Green conniehgreen@aol.com

Directions: From Atlanta take I-75 North to exit #278 Glade Road. Turn LEFT at bottom of ramp. At top of hill turn RIGHT onto Hwy 92/Lake Acworth Drive. Follow to dead end and turn RIGHT onto Hwy 41/Cobb Pkwy.

Cross over lake and turn LEFT at a stoplight onto Black Acre Trail (it’s called Third Army on the right). Go approximately 7 miles until dead end and turn LEFT onto Hwy 61/Cartersville Hwy. Take your first LEFT onto Williams Road (into Burnt Hickory Subdivision). Follow Williams thru subdivision until it becomes a gravel road; fork RIGHT to stay on Williams Rd. Follow gravel road straight ahead thru front gates at Foxberry Farm.

Check their website www.foxberryequestrianfarm.com if you are coming from another location.

GENERAL RULES ●

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All CT and Intro Level Tests will be ridden in a small arena. All Training Level and above Tests will be ridden in a large arena. Stadium and Jumper Rounds will be held in a fully enclosed arena with sand footing. Lunging is permitted in designated areas and will not be permitted in the arenas, warm-up or grass. No one is permitted in the warm-up arenas on foot or permitted to sit on the fencing.

All competitors may carry a whip. Pre-Amoeba, Amoeba, and dressage-only competitors may use a caller for dressage. COMPETITORS are responsible for arriving on time for their dressage test.

Awards will be given to 6th place in each class.

All jumper rounds will be judged on faults and time taken EXCEPT Pre-Amoeba which will be judged on faults only.

To prevent elimination at Pre-Amoeba and Amoeba Levels a ghost score will be given for any fault warranting elimination and ribbons will be given through 6th place to competitors that complete both phases. Scores given the ghost penalty will not be eligible for GDCTA or GAHA submission.

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Show management may divide classes if entries warrant. Junior and Young Riders must provide birth date on entry. For TOC, state test on entry. All entries are processed on a first come, first served basis. Management reserves the right to split or combine classes. Classes will be run as “OPEN” for scheduling purposes.

Management reserves the right to combine, divide, or cancel classes or championships specified in this show sheet.

Show management may ask any competitor or spectator exhibiting unsafe or disrespectful behavior to leave the show grounds immediately. Show management will refer to the 2015 USEF Rules for Dressage and Eventing. All decisions made by the show management are final.

The wearing of USEF approved helmets by all junior exhibitors is required. All exhibitors are required to wear USEF approved helmets while jumping. Proper attire and headgear is mandatory in all classes as well as schooling areas. Show coats will be excused weather permitting. Braiding is optional.

Jumper Rounds will be held immediately following each level. Riders may only compete during jumper courses held after their level of CT competition. Jumper Rounds will be awarded ribbons through 6th place.

Concession stand and restrooms will be available on grounds. DOGS: Well behaved dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash at all times. Dogs that are barking incessantly are not welcome and owners will be required to remove them from the grounds.

ENTRIES: Only entries on the proper form or online entries through equestrianentries.com will be accepted.

Changes are to be made with show secretary only. Facebook is not an appropriate way to make changes to your entries. ● ●

Please fill out entry forms completely and correctly, including signatures. If you have questions about completing the form, please contact the show secretary prior to sending your entry.

ENTRIES CAN BE COMPLETED ONLINE at www.EquestrianEntries.com or by completing and mailing the entry forms included at the end of this form. Management requests that all entries be created on EquestrianEntries.com. If you do not already have a user account with EquestrianEntries.com, please sign up.

There is no charge to join EquestrianEntries, create an entry or print an entry. So, if you choose to pay by personal check, their service is free. If you choose to pay for your entry via EquestrianEntries there is a 5% fee to cover the credit card transaction. We appreciate your using the preferred entry method.

Online entries at www.EquestrianEntries.com

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Questions regarding EquestrianEntries, their services, or help can be obtained by emailing: Helpme@eqentries.com.

Make checks payable to Georgia Arabian Horse Association and mail with entry form to Show Secretary. Entries will not be accepted unless accompanied by § full payment of all fees, § copy of current Coggins (within 12 months), § signed copies of GAHA and Foxberry Release forms and § GDCTA Hold Harmless form signed by rider, owner, trainer, coach, and parent, as appropriate.

Entries will be accepted on a “First Come, First Served” basis. Credit card payments are only available on entries completed through EquestrianEntries.com. Their fee for paying by credit card is 5%.

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All entries must be signed on all applicable lines. Competitors 18 and older must sign as trainer if they have no trainer who assumes responsibility for the horse at the show. Juniors MUST have their parent or guardian sign for them, as well as signing their own signature.

Include LEGIBLE email address on all entries for communications purposes.

Management reserves the right to refuse any entry for any reason, and to combine, divide or cancel classes, substitute judges, or make any other changes as deemed appropriate at that time.

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Entries must be received in secretary’s hand by closing date. The closing date for classes

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without penalty is 11:59 PM on deadline date shown. For mailed entries, please sign the signature waiver on all entries delivered by ANY delivery service. Management is not responsible for late entries due to the signature waiver not being signed.

Entries may close early if time limits for judges are filled. Riders competing in multiple classes per day may experience short ride time intervals and must sign a time waiver or eliminate a class. All efforts to provide adequate intervals will be made.

All horses must wear a bridle number while on property.

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ENTRY ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Entry acknowledgements will be emailed to the email address legibly provided on the entry form. If you do not provide an email address, please include a cell phone number for texting or a SASE so an acknowledgement can be mailed to you. If you do not receive confirmation within a reasonable time, contact the show secretary. Review the acknowledgement thoroughly for discrepancies. All discrepancies must be resolved prior to closing date or entry may not be accepted.

GUEST HORSES: Guest (non-competing) horses are welcome, as entries permit. Submit a complete entry form (including signatures), copy of current Coggins, guest horse fee and office fee.

LATE ENTRIES: Entries not in the secretary’s hand on closing date (postmarks are not relevant) are considered post-entries and will be accepted at the discretion of show management. If accepted, they will be assessed a $25 late entry fee. If show has filled prior to closing date or by closing date, late entries will be put on a wait list.

If late entries are accepted: · Adding tests to an existing paid entry does not incur a late fee; · Jumper round entries will be accepted on show day without a late fee; · Late fee is per horse/rider combination entry regardless of number/type of entry added as a new entry

ENTRY CHANGES: Changes to the class schedule may be accepted at the show secretary’s discretion. Changes requested and granted by the show secretary will incur a $10 per class change fee. There will be no charge for changes prior to the schedule being set. If a rider change is needed, a separate entry must be submitted and is subject to all policies and rules regarding entries.

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REFUNDS: Before closing date, fees will be refunded minus the office fee. After closing date, a credit slip will be issued for next show in that show season. Credit must be used in 2017 or else the funds are forfeited. Credit slips are only issued with a signed vet or doctor report. Unconditionally, no refunds after closing date or for “acts of god” which require management to cancel classes or day(s) of competition. Returned check & refused Credit Card policy: Void entry and incur a $35 charge. Entry will be wait listed until credit card clears or cash is received. Do not mail cash.

RIDE TIMES: Un-official times will be posted on the GAHA website (www.georgia-arabian.com) no later than Wednesday the week of the show. Official times will be available at the show office on Sunday at 7:00 AM. · Tentative start time: Sunday at 8:00 AM

AWARDS ● ●

Places: 1 through 6 ribbons awarded in each class Lisa Seger Insurance Adult Amateur Medal—High score award for AA GDCTA member in Training Level, Test 3.

OTHER INFORMATION: Under NC, VA, SC, GA and TN law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting exclusively from the inherent risks of equine activities.( NC Gen. Stat.

99E-1-3, VA Code Ann. 1-796.130-133, SC Code 47-9-710-730, GA Code Ann. 12-4, and TN Code 44-20-101-105).

RECOGNITION: This show is sponsored by the Georgia Arabian Horse Association. All GAHA member rides count toward our YEAR END HIGH POINT AWARDS PROGRAM. Please visit our website at www.georgia-arabian.com for details on how to join and participate in our High Point Awards Program.

This show is recognized by the Georgia Dressage and Combined Training Association. All GDCTA member rides count toward year-end awards. Become a GDCTA member by clicking here (https://www.gdcta.org/become-a-member).

WESTERN DRESSAGE: Western Dressage merges the conventional sequential and progressive training methods from traditional Dressage with conventional stock horse gaits. Like traditional Dressage, Western Dressage aims to find balance, cadence and carriage through a series of progressive tests. The tests are designed to determine the horse and rider’s competency in core skills. Currently Western Dressage horses are tested at six levels: Introductory, Basic, Levels 1-3 and Freestyle. This show offers Intro through Level 3 plus Freestyle; each level is test of choice.

SUITABILITY CLASSES Dressage/Eventing type - displays the conformation and movement qualities as follows: Horses of this type carry a higher set-on neck than the Hunter type with sufficient length and flexion of the poll. Movement should be free, elastic, active and regular with good push from behind without tension and with a tendency toward an uphill balance.

Hunter type - displays the conformation and movement qualities as follows: Horses of this type carry a more level frame than the Dressage type horse, yet must display a natural looking carriage. Movement should have good ground cover and tend to be long and low with good push from behind, free of tension and showing good balance.

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"Sport Horse Under Saddle Class" is open to Dressage/Eventing and Hunter Suitability horses/ponies. To be shown at the walk, trot, and canter both directions of the ring. Judge may request lengthening of stride at any gait and may request horse to back in the line-up. To be judged on manners, performance (purity and quality of gaits), suitability as a Sport Horse (dressage and/or hunter), conformation and quality.

CT Tests...Stadium…

All Combined Training and Jumping classes: CLASS

DRESSAGE

STADIUM

Pre-Amoeba

USDF Intro A (2015)

12” maximum

Amoeba

USDF Intro B (2015)

20” maximum

Tadpole

USDF Intro C (2015)

2’ 3” maximum

BNovice

Beginner Novice Test A (2014)

2’ 7” maximum

Novice

Novice Test A (2014)

2’ 11” maximum

Training

Training Test A (2014)

3’ 3” maximum

GAHA CLASSES 9/17/17 Offering combined training, dressage, western dressage & hunter/jumper classes

# 10 12 20 22 30 32 33 34 35 40 42 50 52 60 62

Classes Pre-Amoeba CT Pre-Amoeba jumper round Amoeba CT Amoeba jumper round Tadpole CT Tadpole jumper round Hunt Seat Equitation Over Fences 2’3” max.

Modified Hunter 2’3” max.

Regular Working Hunter 2’3” max.

BNovice CT BNovice jumper round Novice CT Novice jumper round Training CT Training jumper round

100 USDF Introductory Test A (2015) 101 USDF Introductory Test B (2015) 102 USDF Introductory Test C (2015)

Fee $55 $15 $55 $15 $55 $15 $15 $15 $15 $55 $15 $55 $15 $55 $15 $25 $25 $25 5

200 201 202 300 301 302 400 401

USEF Training Level Test 1 (2015) USEF Training Level Test 2 (2015) USEF Training Level Test 3 (2015)* USEF First Level Test 1 (2015) USEF First Level Test 2 (2015) USEF First Level Test 3 (2015) USDF Test of Choice USEF Musical Freestyle TOC

$25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $35

500 520 530 540 550 560

Western Dressage Intro TOC Western Dressage Basic Level TOC Western Dressage Level 1 TOC Western Dressage Level 2 TOC Western Dressage Level 3 TOC Western Dressage Freestyle TOC

$25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $35

600 700 701 702 703

Dressage Suitability U/S Hunt Seat Equitation U/S Hunter Hack Hunter Suitability U/S Sport Horse U/S

$15 $15 $15 $15 $15

COMPETITORS Mail completed entry form, current Coggins, all signed release forms, and check made out to Georgia Arabian Horse Association to: GAHA â„… June Brewer 3101 Kirkwood Dr Kennesaw, GA 30144

Or enter online at equestrianentries.com

VENDORS Our mission for our events is to offer a fun shopping experience for our attendees. We expect a good turnout of riders, their families, coaches, and friends.

Space is very limited so please send us your intended date of attendance with $25 per day to reserve your spot. Fee is a flat rate, no adjustment for partial days used. There’s very, very limited electrical availability. Spots go quickly.

Confirmed reservation requires company name, contact, full address, phone #s, and email plus payment sent to GAHA c/o Susan White 206 Glover Road Zebulon, GA 30295

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Event Release and Indemnification Agreement Georgia Arabian Horse Association In consideration for the Georgia Arabian Horse Association allowing me to participate in this Event, I agree as follows: 1.

I agree that I choose to participate voluntarily in this Event as a rider, driver, handler, lessee, owner, agent, coach, trainer, volunteer, junior exhibitor or as a parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor.

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I recognize and understand that participation in equine activities involves certain risks including, but not limit to the following: The propensity of an equine to behave in ways that may result in injury, death or loss to persons on or around the equine. Sounds, sudden movement, unfamiliar objects, the activities of persons and other animals may cause unpredictable behavior in equines. Hazards include surface or subsurface conditions in traveling surfaces, a collision with another animal, people or objects. Weather related hazards may include rain, lightening, thunder, wind, excessive heat or cold, and may affect equine behavior.

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GAHA makes no representation or warranty regarding the safety or condition of the premises, equine equipment or equines on the premises.

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With full knowledge of the above mentioned and any other inherent risks which may be associated with equine activities, I hereby consent to my or my child’s participation in the Event. In doing so, I, the natural and/or lawful parent and/or legal guardian of the minor named below, do so on behalf of and in place of the minor named below and for myself as well as the agents, representatives, assigns, heirs, executors, beneficiaries and assigns of the minor named below and of me, release and forever discharge the Georgia Arabian Horse Association, their officers, officials, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers, affiliated organizations and insurers from any and all claims for damage, loss or injury to myself and/or the minor named below, other persons, horses or property belonging to me or the minor named below to the fullest extent permitted by law that arises out of or relates in any way to the Event and my or my child’s participation in the Event including, but not limited to damages, loss or injury resulting from any acts, failure to act, negligence or neglect of other participants, released parties, their contractors or guests, as well as for theft, vandalism, fire, other casualty damage, or damage arising out of any defect in the premises.

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I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Georgia Arabian Horse Association, their officers, officials, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers, affiliated organizations and insurers from and against any and all claims, demands, penalties, actions, losses, costs, damages, injuries, liabilities and obligations (including my attorneys’ fees) of whatsoever kind and nature, which may be asserted against or incurred by any of them as a result of my participation in the Event or any act, failure to act, or neglect by (a) me, my agents, employees, riders, handlers, trainers, coaches, drivers, contractors or guests, or (b) any animal owned or exhibited by me or in my custody or control.

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This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Georgia. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between the parties with respect to this Event, and supersedes and cancels any previous agreements or understandings, whether oral, written or implied. Should any provision of this Agreement be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall not invalidate any of the remaining provisions of this Agreement. The parties shall use their reasonable efforts to replace any invalid and/or unenforceable provision with a provision which has the closest meaning and purpose to the invalid or unenforceable provision.

Under Georgia Law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities, pursuant to Chapter 12 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. (O.C.G.A., 4-12-4, West 1981).

I have read and understand the terms of this waiver and release, and voluntarily accept its terms.

Printed Name of Participant:

If Participant is a Minor, Printed Name of Parent or Guardian:

Signature of Participant:

Signature of Parent or Guardian

Date:

Date:

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