— Special eventS — neW! Both You & our Youth group can Win! The GC youth is excited to host a 50/50 raffle on Saturday afternoon from noon to 5PM. Tickets will be available for $1 each from the youth members. Look for them in the stands during the Saturday afternoon session. Total number of tickets sold will be split with 50% of the proceeds going to GCAHC youth programs and the remaining 50% to the winner. Ticket will be drawn during the Progressive Barn Party, Sat at 5PM. Must be present to win!
Bring holidaY cheer & a Meal to Share Join us for a “Progressive Barn Party and GCAHC Annual Meeting” on Saturday at 5PM, before the evening classes. Please bring your favorite dish to share with your horse show friends and meet new ones! Contact Sandy Gilbert for suggested menu items and more information at (713) 680-1122 or gilbertsj@att.net – then stick around for the Stick Horse Class and Santa!
Stall decoration conteSt Two categories, Single Stall Front & Multiple Stall Front. Show your Christmas Spirit!
Stick horSe claSS (& Make a Stick horSe) Sat. Evening, judged by Santa! Don’t have a stick horse? Join us Sat 2-4PM at Barn C to make one of your own!
— Special trophieS — FranceS StileS gregg MeMorial trophY Arabian Western Pleasure AATR Champion - Given in momory of “Aunt Frances” by Cory Stiles.
JaoxS iShtar+++/ MeMorial trophieS Two trophies, Arabian Stallion Champion and Arabian Western Pleasure Champion. And, for those classes, a CHALLENGE AWARD OF $100 if both classes won by the same horse & rider/handler. Donated by Bob & Dee Hoffmann in memory of Jaoxs Ishtar+++/.
John nix MeMorial perpetual trophY Saddle Seat Equitation Champion - John Nix was always seen at horse shows, sitting on the rail, coaching not only his riders, but anyone making a mistake, with a “Darlin' wrong diagonal or lead”.
Made in aMerica MeMorial trophY HA/AA Hunter Pleasure AATR Champion - Donated in memory of “Shorty” by Jayme Harris.
neal craWFord MeMorial trophY Arabian Reining Champion - This perpetual award remembers Neal Crawford's passion for horses, shared by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
pF FlaSh FYer MeMorial trophY Arabian Hunter Pleasure AATR Champion - Donated by Jayme Harris. 2
Gulf Coast Arabian Horse Club Presents
CHRISTMAS SHOW Nov. 30 – Dec. 2, 2012 • Houston (Katy), Texas
JUDGE: MYRON KRAUSE – FLORIDA LEARNER JUDGE: STEPHANIE DOUGLAS – WI
Show Staff
Important Numbers
USEF Stewards ......................Nancy Braesicke 903-882-4755 ....................................Pauline “Cookie” Cook 281-579-1272 Announcer .................................. Cherie Hoyt 281-585-2520 Barn Manager ............................Bill Braesicke 903-521-1410 Buy-A-Class ............................ Sherry McGraw 214-418-3905 EMT ........................................Mobile Medics 281-804-8933 Farrier ..........................................Josh Parish 281-433-2819 Manager ........................................Pat Roddy 281-356-8797 Music ..........................................Cherie Hoyt 281-585-2520 Paddock Master ..........................Bill Braesicke 903-521-1410 Photographer ..............Don Stine, donstine.com 832-289-2250 Premium Book ............................Dee Hoffmann 281-300-9021 Ringmasters ............................Jane Blasberg & Natalie Dejong Secretary .............................. Sherry McGraw 214-418-3905 Veterinarian On Call ............Katy Equine Clinic 281-391-8250 Video ............................ Paddock Productions 832-724-6554
Show Office ...... Beginning 11/29/12 at noon 281-579-3443 Great Southwest Equestrian Center .................. 281-578-7669 Commercial Booths - contact Sharon @ GSWEC 281-578-7669 Host Hotel ..............................................................LaQuinta ........................................15225 Katy Frwy., 281-646-9200
Volunteers
GCAHC Officers and Board of Directors
Center Ring Decorations ..............Julie Redding 281-375-5105 Chairman ......................................Cory Stiles 713-818-7658 Door Prizes ......................Mary Schwendeman 713-829-5590 Gates Volunteer Coordinator.Mary Schwendeman 713-829-5590 Membership ........................ Judy Cunningham 936-441-5014 Party ........................................Sandy Gilbert 713-680-1122 Premium Book Cover Art ..............Becky Vickers 281-516-9279 Program ........................................Cory Stiles 713-818-7658 Ribbons & Trophies..........................Cory Stiles 713-818-7658 Make a Stick Horse ........................................Bay Area Moms Treasurer ........................................Pat Roddy 281-356-8797
President - Julie Redding ..................................281-375-5105 Vice President - Carolyn Mikulec........................979-865-8926 Secretary - Mary Schwendeman ........................713-829-5590 Treasurer - Pat Roddy........................................281-356-8797 Publicity Secretary - Betty Bechtold ....................281-373-0667 Director - Judy Cunningham ..............................936-441-5014 Director - Ange Finn ........................................832-722-5955 Director - Linda Fontana ....................................281-655-1056 Director - Chase Harvill ....................................281-252-6228 Director - Cory Stiles ........................................713-818-7658
The Christmas Show will be held at the
Show Committee Cory Stiles ......................................................713-818-7658 Betty Bechtold..................................................281-373-0667 Judy Cunningham ............................................936-441-5014 Chase Harvill ..................................................281-252-6228 Carolyn Mikulec ..............................................979-865-8926 Julie Redding ..................................................281-375-5105 Pat Roddy ......................................................281-356-8797
GREAT SOUTHWEST EQUESTRIAN CENTER in the Houston, Texas area (Katy)
ENTRY & BUY-A-CLASS CLOSING DATE: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2012 Post entries accepted • $30 Post Entry Fee
NEW!
Show Information & Stall Requests CORY STILES, Show Chairman Cell 713-818-7658 • cory.stiles2@verizon.net
Show Secretary Sherry McGraw • 214-418-3905 • sherry.mcgraw@att.net Region IX Championship Qualifier – Recognized by the Arabian Horse Association, Show number 120911427 – USEF Show number 17, recognized in the Arabian Division
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CHRISTMAS SHOW Nov. 30 – Dec. 2, 2012 • Katy, TX Half-Arabian/Anglo-Arabian is abbreviated as HA/AA • Tentative Class List • AHA Standard Class Code numbers are shown after class numbers • $$ designate AHA Sweepstakes Payout classes
Friday Morning – 9:00 am 1
1
Arabian Filly 1 & Under
16
472
$$ HA/AA Gelding In-Hand 2 & Over
2
8
$$ Arabian Mare Breeding 2 & 3 yr old
17
468
HA/AA Gelding In-Hand ATH
3
8
$$ Arabian Mare Breeding 4 & Over
18
451
HA/AA Gelding In-Hand Championship
4
9
Arabian Mare Breeding ATH
19
400
HA/AA Fillies In-Hand 1 & Under
5
2
Arabian Mare Breeding Championship
20
422
$$ HA/AA Mare Breeding 2 yr & Over
6
14
Arabian Colts/Geldings 1 & Under
21
418
HA/AA Mare Breeding ATH
7
26
Arabian Gelding In-Hand 2 & 3 yr old
22
401
HA/AA Mare Breeding Championship
8
26
Arabian Gelding In-Hand 4 & Over
23
Buy-A-Class
9
33
$$ Arabian Gelding In-Hand AAOTH 2 & Over
24
Buy-A-Class
10
27
Arabian Gelding In-Hand Championship
— 10 Minute Break for Arena Drag —
11
19
$$ Arabian Stallion Breeding 2 & 3 yr old
25
225
$$ Arabian Reining Horse
12
19
$$ Arabian Stallion Breeding 4 & Over
26
660
$$ HA/AA Reining Horse
13
21
Arabian Stallion Breeding ATH
27
230
Arabian Reining ATR
14
15
Arabian Stallion Breeding Championship –
28
665
HA/AA Reining ATR
Jaoxs Ishtar+++/ Memorial Trophy
29
234
Arabian Reining Junior Horse
15
450
HA/AA Geldings In-Hand 1 & Under
30
668
HA/AA Reining Junior Horse
Friday Afternoon – After break, length to be announced, but not to start before noon 31
575
HA/AA Country Pleasure Driving
41
150
Arabian Mounted Native Costume
32
315
Arabian English Show Hack
42
629
HA/AA Western Pleasure AATR
33
303
Arabian Hunter Pleasure ATR Select Rider
43
75
34
190
$$ Arabian Western Pleasure
44
115
$$ Arabian Country English Pleasure AAOTR
35
560
$$ HA/AA Country English Pleasure AAOTR
45
556
HA/AA Country English Pleasure Junior Horse
36
290
$$ Arabian Hunter Pleasure
46
206
Arabian Western Pleasure AATR
37
746
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure ATR Select Rider
47
515
$$ HA/AA English Pleasure
38
305
Arabian Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse
48
165
Arabian Ladies Side Saddle
39
299
Arabian Hunter Pleasure AATR
49
Buy-A-Class
40
204
Arabian Western Pleasure Junior Horse
50
Buy-A-Class
$$ Arabian English Pleasure
Friday Evening – 6:30 pm Stall Contest: Winners Announced
61
156
Arabian Mounted Native Costume ATR
51
HA/AA Mounted Native Costume
62
292
Arabian Hunter Pleasure JOTR
590
52
0
Leadline JTR 2-6 Years Old
63
620
$$ HA/AA Western Pleasure
53
540
$$ HA/AA Country English Pleasure
64
939
Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump JTR
54
907
Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10 & Under
65
610
HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle ATR
55
554
HA/AA Country English Pleasure ATR Select Rider
66
192
Arabian Western Pleasure JOTR
56
111
Arabian Country English Pleasure Junior Horse
67
741
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure AATR
57
83
Arabian English Pleasure ATR
68
622
HA/AA Western Pleasure JOTR
58
95
$$ Arabian Country English Pleasure
69
190
Arabian Western Pleasure – Mares & Stallions
59
524
HA/AA English Pleasure ATR
70
925
Saddle Seat Equitation JTR
60
748
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse
4
Saturday Morning – 9:00 am 71
932
Western Seat Equitation JTR
80
890
Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under
72
918
Showmanship JTH 10 & Under
81
202
Arabian Western Pleasure ATR Select Rider
73
918
Showmanship JTH 11-17
82
907
Western Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10 & Under
74
190
Arabian Western Pleasure Ladies & Gentleman
83
190
Arabian Western Pleasure - Geldings
75
890
Country/English Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under
84
890
Hunter Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under
76
752
$$ HA/AA Hunter Pleasure AAOTR
85
754
HA/AA Show Hack
77
924
AHA Saddle Seat Medal JTR
86
907
Hunter Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10 & Under
78
950
AHA Western Horsemanship Medal JTR
87
951
Western Horsemanship JTR
79
109
Arabian Country English Pleasure ATR Select Rider
88
Buy-A-Class
Saturday Afternoon – After break, length to be announced, not to start before noon $$ Arabian Western Pleasure AAOTR
100 620 HA/AA Western Pleasure Ladies & Gentleman
Arabian Country English Pleasure Ladies & Gentleman
101 605 HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle
629
HA/AA Western Pleasure JTR
102 735 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JOTR
549
HA/AA Country English Pleasure AATR
103
93
290
Arabian Hunter Pleasure Ladies & Gentleman
— Drag Arena —
94
97
Arabian Country English Pleasure JOTR
104 226 Arabian Reining Championship –
95
636
HA/AA Western Pleasure Junior Horse
Neal Crawford Memorial Trophy
96
542
HA/AA Country English Pleasure JOTR
105 661 HA/AA Reining Championship
97
926
Saddle Seat Equitation JTR Championship –
5:00 pm - PARTY for Exhibitors & Members and
89
208
90
95
91 92
Buy-A-Class
GCAHC Annual Meeting
John Nix Memorial Trophy
RAFFLE - Must be present to win!
98
733
$$ HA/AA Hunter Pleasure
99
640
$$ HA/AA Western Pleasure AAOTR
6:00 pm - Stick Horse Class – Arena in Barn D
Saturday Evening – 6:30 pm 106 130 Arabian Country Pleasure Driving
115 205 Arabian Western Pleasure Junior Horse Championship
107 170 Arabian Ladies Side Saddle ATR
116 549 HA/AA Country English Pleasure JTR
108 634 HA/AA Western Pleasure ATR Select Rider
117
109 557 HA/AA Country English Pleasure Junior Horse Championship
118 299 Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR
110 104 Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR
119 594 HA/AA Mounted Native Costume ATR
111 733 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Ladies & Gentleman
120 540 HA/AA Country English Pleasure Ladies & Gentleman
112 198 Arabian Western Pleasure JTR
121 309 $$ Arabian Hunter Pleasure AAOTR
113 104 Arabian Country English Pleasure AATR
122
84
Arabian English Pleasure ATR Championship
Buy-A-Class
114 741 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR
PATRON SPONSORSHIP – $200 Includes arena banner and announced sponsorship of 3 regular & 2 championship classes 5
Sunday Morning – 9:00 am 123 931 AHA Reining Seat Medal JTR
138 106 Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Championship
124 291 Arabian Hunter Pleasure Championship
139 550 HA/AA Country English Pleasure AATR Championship
125 938 AHA Hunter Seat Medal Not To Jump JTR
140 621 HA/AA Western Pleasure Championship
126 749 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse Championship
141 525 HA/AA English Pleasure ATR Championship
127 901 Walk/Trot 10 & Under Hunter Pleasure Championship
— 10 MINUTE BREAK —
128 734 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Championship
142 558 HA/AA Country English Pleasure JTR Championship
129 307 Arabian Hunter Pleasure AATR Championship –
143 112 Arabian Country English Pleasure Junior Horse Championship
PF Flash Flyer Memorial Trophy 130 306 Arabian Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse Championship
144 300 Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Championship 145 750 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure AATR Championship –
131 898 Walk/Trot 10 & Under Western Pleasure Championship
Made in America Memorial Trophy
— 10 MINUTE BREAK —
146 541 HA/AA Country English Pleasure Championship
132 191 Arabian Western Pleasure Championship –
147 743 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR Championship
Jaoxs Ishtar+++/ Memorial Trophy
148
96
Arabian Country English Pleasure Championship
133 630 HA/AA Western Pleasure JTR Championship
149 638 HA/AA Western Pleasure AATR Championship
134 199 Arabian Western Pleasure AATR Championship –
150 199 Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Championship
Frances Stiles Gregg Memorial Trophy
151
Buy-A-Class
135 891 Walk/Trot 10 & Under English/CEP Championship
152
Buy-A-Class
136 113 Arabian Country English Pleasure AATR Championship
153
Buy-A-Class
137 637 HA/AA Western Pleasure Junior Horse Championship
Join us for a “Progressive Barn Party and GCAHC Annual Meeting” on Saturday at 5 p.m., before the evening classes. Please bring your favorite dish to share with your horse show friends and meet new ones! Then, stick around for the Stick Horse Class and Santa! Contact Sandy Gilbert for suggested menu items & more information: (713) 680-1122 gilbertsj@att.net 6
Bring Holiday Cheer and a Meal To Share
— RECAP — WESTERN PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ............................CLASS SESSION 34 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 40 Junior Horse ....................................................................Fri. Afternoon 46 AATR ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 66 JOTR ................................................................................Fri. Evening 69 Mares & Stallions ..............................................................Fri. Evening 74 Ladies & Gentlemen ..........................................................Sat. Morning 81 ATR Select Rider ................................................................Sat. Morning 83 Geldings ..........................................................................Sat. Morning 89 AAOTR ..........................................................................Sat. Afternoon 112 JTR ..................................................................................Sat. Evening 115 Junior Horse Championship (40) ........................................Sat. Evening 132 Championship (69, 74, 83) ..............................................Sunday 134 AATR Championship (46, 81, 89) ......................................Sunday 150 JTR Championship (66, 81, 112)........................................Sunday HA/AA WESTERN PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ................SESSION 42 AATR ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 63 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 68 JOTR ................................................................................Fri. Afternoon 91 JTR ..................................................................................Fri. Evening 95 Junior Horse ....................................................................Sat. Morning 99 AAOTR ............................................................................Sat. Morning 100 Ladies & Gentlemen ..........................................................Sat. Morning 108 Select Rider ATR ................................................................Sat. Afternoon 133 JTR Championship (88, 91, 108) ......................................Sat. Afternoon 137 Junior Horse Championship (95) ........................................Sunday 140 Championship (63, 100) ..................................................Sunday 149 AATR Championship (42, 99, 108) ....................................Sunday HUNTER PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ..............................SESSION 33 ATR Select Rider ................................................................Fri. Afternoon 36 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 38 Junior Horse ....................................................................Fri. Afternoon 39 AATR ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 62 JOTR ................................................................................Fri. Evening 93 Ladies & Gentlemen ..........................................................Sat. Afternoon 118 JTR ..................................................................................Sat. Evening 121 AAOTR ............................................................................Sat. Evening 124 Championship (36, 93) ....................................................Sunday 129 AATR Championship (33, 39, 121) ....................................Sunday 130 Junior Horse Championship (38) ........................................Sunday 144 JTR Championship (33, 62, 118)........................................Sunday HA/AA HUNTER PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ..................SESSION 37 ATR Select Rider ................................................................Fri. Afternoon 60 Junior Horse ....................................................................Fri. Evening 67 AATR ..............................................................................Fri. Evening 76 AAOTR ............................................................................Sat. Morning 98 Open ..............................................................................Sat. Afternoon 102 JOTR ................................................................................Sat. Afternoon 111 Ladies & Gentlemen ..........................................................Sat. Evening 114 JTR ..................................................................................Sat. Evening 126 Junior Horse Championship (60) ........................................Sunday 128 Championship (98, 111) ..................................................Sunday 145 AATR Championship (37, 67, 76) ......................................Sunday 147 JTR Championship (37, 102, 114)......................................Sunday COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ..............SESSION 44 AAOTR ............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 56 Junior Horse ....................................................................Fri. Evening 58 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Evening 79 ATR Select Rider ................................................................Sat. Morning 90 Ladies & Gentlemen ..........................................................Sat. Afternoon 94 JOTR ................................................................................Sat. Afternoon 110 JTR ..................................................................................Sat. Evening 113 AATR ..............................................................................Sat. Evening 136 AATR Championship (44, 79, 113) ....................................Sunday 138 JTR Championship (79, 94, 110)........................................Sunday 143 Junior Horse Championship (56) ........................................Sunday 148 Championship (58, 90) ....................................................Sunday HA/AA COUNTRY PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ................SESSION 35 AAOTR ............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 45 Junior Horse ....................................................................Fri. Afternoon 53 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Evening 55 ATR Select Rider ................................................................Fri. Evening 92 AATR ..............................................................................Sat. Afternoon 96 JOTR ................................................................................Sat. Afternoon 109 Junior Horse Championship (45) ........................................Sat. Evening 116 JTR ..................................................................................Sat. Evening 120 Ladies & Gentlemen ..........................................................Sat. Evening 139 AATR Championship (35, 55, 92) ......................................Sunday 142 JTR Championship (55, 96, 116)........................................Sunday 146 Championship (53, 120) ..................................................Sunday ENGLISH PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ..............................SESSION 43 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 57 ATR..................................................................................Fri. Evening 117 ATR Championship (57) ....................................................Sat. Evening
HA/AA ENGLISH PLEASURE - Qualifiers in ( ) ..................SESSION 47 Open ..............................................................................Fri. Afternoon 59 ATR..................................................................................Fri. Evening 141 ATR Championship (59) ....................................................Sunday DRIVING ........................................................................SESSION 31 HA/AA Country Pleasure Driving ........................................Fri. Afternoon 106 Arabian Country Pleasure Driving ........................................Sat. Evening LADIES SIDE SADDLE ......................................................SESSION 48 Arabian Open ..................................................................Fri. Afternoon 65 HA/AA ATR ......................................................................Fri. Evening 101 HA/AA Open....................................................................Sat. Afternoon 107 Arabian ATR ......................................................................Sat. Evening MOUNTED NATIVE COSTUME ..........................................SESSION 41 Arabian Open ..................................................................Fri. Afternoon 51 HA/AA Open....................................................................Fri. Evening 61 Arabian ATR ......................................................................Fri. Evening 119 HA/AA ATR ......................................................................Sat. Evening ENGLISH SHOW HACK ....................................................SESSION 32 Arabian Open ..................................................................Fri. Afternoon 85 HA/AA Open....................................................................Sat. Morning REINING - Qualifiers in ( ) ..............................................SESSION 25 Arabian Open ..................................................................Fri. Morning 26 HA/AA Open....................................................................Fri. Morning 27 Arabian ATR ......................................................................Fri. Morning 28 HA/AA ATR ......................................................................Fri. Morning 29 Arabian Junior Horse ..........................................................Fri. Morning 30 HA/AA Junior Horse ..........................................................Fri. Morning 104 Arabian Open Championship (25, 27, 29) ..........................Sat. Afternoon 105 HA/AA Open Championship (26, 28, 30) ..........................Sat. Afternoon EQUITATION & MEDAL - JTR 17 & U - Qualifiers in ( )......SESSION 64 Hunter Seat Equitation NTJ JTR ............................................Fri. Evening 70 Saddle Seat Equitation JTR ..................................................Fri. Evening 71 Western Seat Equitation JTR ................................................Sat. Morning 77 AHA Saddle Seat Medal JTR ..............................................Sat. Morning 78 AHA Western Horsemanship Medal JTR ................................Sat. Morning 87 Western Horsemanship JTR ..................................................Sat. Morning 97 Saddle Seat Equitation Championship JTR (70) ......................Sat. Afternoon 123 AHA Reining Seat Medal JTR ..............................................Sunday 125 AHA Hunter Seat Medal JTR NTJ..........................................Sunday WALK-TROT 10 & U, LEADLINE 2-6 - Qualifiers in ( )........SESSION 52 Leadline JTR 2-6 ................................................................Fri. Evening 54 Saddle Seat Equitation W/T 10&U ....................................Fri. Evening 75 English/Country Pleasure W/T 10&U..................................Sat. Morning 80 Western Pleasure W/T 10&U ............................................Sat. Morning 82 Western Seat Equitation W/T 10&U ..................................Sat. Morning 84 Hunter Pleasure W/T 10&U ..............................................Sat. Morning 86 Hunter Seat Equitation W/T 10&U......................................Sat. Morning 127 Hunter Pleasure Championship W/T 10&U (84) ..................Sunday 131 Western Pleasure Championship W/T 10&U (80) ................Sunday 135 English/Country Pleasure Championship W/T 10&U (75) ....Sunday SHOWMANSHIP JTH ......................................................SESSION 72 Showmanship JTH 10 & Under ............................................Sat. Morning 73 Showmanship JTH 11-17 ....................................................Sat. Morning BREEDING & IN-HAND - Qualifiers in ( ) ........................SESSION 1 Arabian Filly 1 & under ......................................................Fri. Morning 2 Arabian Mare Breeding 2 & 3 ............................................Fri. Morning 3 Arabian Mare Breeding 4 & Over ........................................Fri. Morning 4 Arabian Mare Breeding ATH ..............................................Fri. Morning 5 Arabian Mare Breeding Championship (2, 3, 4)....................Fri. Morning 6 Arabian Colts/Gelding 1 & Under ......................................Fri. Morning 7 Arabian Gelding In-Hand 2 & 3 ..........................................Fri. Morning 8 Arabian Gelding In-Hand 4 & Over ....................................Fri. Morning 9 Arabian Gelding In-Hand AAOTH 2 & Over..........................Fri. Morning 10 Arabian Gelding In-Hand Championship (6, 7, 8, 9) ............Fri. Morning 11 Arabian Stallion Breeding 2 & 3 ..........................................Fri. Morning 12 Arabian Stallion Breeding 4 & Over ....................................Fri. Morning 13 Arabian Stallion Breeding ATH ..........................................Fri. Morning 14 Arabian Stallion Breeding Championship (11, 12, 13) ..........Fri. Morning 15 HA/AA Gelding-In Hand 1 & Under ....................................Fri. Morning 16 HA/AA Gelding-In Hand 2 & Over ......................................Fri. Morning 17 HA/AA Gelding In-Hand ATH ............................................Fri. Morning 18 HA/AA Gelding In-Hand Championship (15, 16, 17)............Fri. Morning 19 HA/AA Mare Breeding 1 & Under ......................................Fri. Morning 20 HA/AA Mare Breeding 2 & Over ........................................Fri. Morning 21 HA/AA Mare Breeding ATH ................................................Fri. Morning 22 HA/AA Mare Breeding Championship (20, 21) ....................Fri. Morning BUY-A-CLASS ..................................................................SESSION 23 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Fri. Morning 24 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Fri. Morning 49 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Fri. Afternoon 50 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Fri. Afternoon 88 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Sat. Morning 103 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Sat. Afternoon 122 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Sat. Evening 151 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Sunday 152 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Sunday 153 Buy-A-Class........................................................................Sunday
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SEND TO: Sherry McGraw, Show Secretary
Christmas Show
424 Moonlight Drive, Corsicana, TX 75109 DO NOT MAIL REQUIRING “SIGNATURE UPON DELIVERY”
Nov. 30 – Dec. 2, 2012 • Katy, Texas
214-418-3905 • sherry.mcgraw@att.net
PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT/ONLY ONE OWNER PER ENTRY FORM. All entries must be complete. Enclose correct fees, copies of horse registration papers, purchase contract (if applicable), USEF/EC membership cards, amateur certification (if applicable), AHA Competition level membership cards for each rider, driver, handler, trainer and owner. Name of Horse
AHA Reg. No.
Date of Birth Sex
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Rider/Driver/Handler
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Horse USEF #
Class#
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AHA#
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OWNER (as appears on reg. papers or contract) Name ......................................................................................................
AHA # ....................................................
Address ....................................................................................................
USEF #....................................................
City, State, Zip ..........................................................................................
Phone......................................................
Soc. Sec./Tax ID........................................................................................
Email ......................................................
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STABLE WITH
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Choose Stall or Grounds Fee ____ Horse or Tack Stalls @ $70 ea.
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____ Performance Championship - $30 ea. ____ Buy-A-Class - to enter pay the normal fee ____ if “bought”, $50 or $75
(does NOT include shavings)
____ Grounds Fee @ $15/horse per day (For horses not in/sharing stall)
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____ Shavings @ $11/bag (8.5 cu ft)
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Early Move-In/Late Move-Out Fees ____ Early Move-in Stall Fee @ $30 per day, per stall
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Mandatory Fees
TRAINER(S) Trainer ......................................................................................................
TOTAL Class Entry Fees ____ Regular Class - $15 ea.
____ Late Move-out Stall Fee @ $30 per day, per stall
Junior/Amateur Owner Relationship to Horse Owner ....................................
Email ...................................................... MAIL ENTRIES TO: Sherry McGraw 424 Moonlight Drive Corsicana, TX 75109 Do not require signature upon delivery
1 Office Fee @ $15/horse ____
$15 ____________
____ 1 USEF Fee @ $16/horse ($8 Drugs & Medication, $8 USEF)
$16 ____________
1 AHA Fee (Res. 9-90) @ $3/horse ____
$13 ____________
USEF Fees for Non- or Base Only Members ____ USEF Non-Mem Fee @ $30/person
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AHA Non-Member Fees ____ AHA Single Event Fee @ $35/person ____________ Sponsorships ____ Regular Class @ $30 ea.
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____ Championship @ $50 ea.
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____ Patron Sponsor @ $200 includes banner & sponsorship of 3 reg & 2 champ classes
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Name___________________________ Class #s__________________________
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ENTRIES CLOSE
11/10/12
POST ENTRIES ACCEPTED $30 POST ENTRY FEE
Other Fees ____ Post (or Late) Entry Fee @ $30/horse ____________ RV/Camper Hook-up ____ Elec/Water @ $40/day.
TOTAL FEES METHOD OF PAYMENT: CHECK Credit cards are not accepted this year
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AHA ENTRY AGREEMENT
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I have read the rules concerning competitions as printed in the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) Handbook / Directory and Competition Prize List and agree to be bound by and subject to those Rules. AHA ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION This document waives very important legal rights. Read it carefully before signing. In consideration for AHA permitting me to participate in this Competition, and by signing the entry blank, I agree as follows: I AGREE that I choose to participate voluntarily in this Competition, as a rider, driver, handler, lessee, owner, agent, coach, trainer, junior exhibitor, or as a parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor. I AM FULLY AWARE AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT HORSE SPORTS AND PARTICIPATION IN THIS COMPETITION INVOLVE SERIOUS RISK OF HARM INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, RISKS OF ACCIDENT, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, BROKEN BONES, HEAD INJURIES, TRAUMA, PAIN, AND SUFFERING, AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. I ASSUME ALL RISKS OF HARM TO ME, MY HORSE OR MY PROPERTY. I AGREE for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns to release AHA, the Competition, the facilities leased by the Competition and the owner(s) of the facilities, and all of their respective officers, officials, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers, affiliated organizations and insurers (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all claims for damage, loss, or injury to myself, other persons, horses or other property belonging to me to the fullest extent permitted by law that arises out of or relates in any way to the Competition and my participation in the Competition INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES, LOSS, OR INJURY RESULTING FROM ANY ACTS, FAILURE TO ACT, NEGLIGENCE OR NEGLECT OF OTHER ENTRANTS, THE RELEASED PARTIES, THEIR CONTRACTORS OR INVITEES, as well as for theft, vandalism, fire, other casualty damage, or damage arising out of any defects in the premises. I AGREE to indemnify and hold harmless (that is pay all losses, damages, attorneys fees and costs of) the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, demands, penalties, actions, losses, costs, damages, injuries, liabilities and obligations (including attorneys fees) of whatsoever kind and nature, which may be asserted against or incurred by any of them as a result of (1) my participation in the Competition or (2) any act, failure to act, or neglect (a) by me, my agents, employees, riders, handlers, trainers, coaches, drivers, contractors or invitees, or (b) by any animal owned or exhibited by me or in my custody or control. I AGREE and represent that I am qualified and eligible to enter and/or participate in the Competition, and every horse I am entering is qualified and eligible as entered. I AGREE to accept AS FINAL any decision of AHA, the Show Commission or Show Officials concerning my qualification or the qualification of my horse to enter the Competition or any results of the Competition, except to the extent that the Rules of AHA, the Competition, CEF or USA Equestrian permit a protest or hearing of such decisions. Should a hearing be requested, I agree to accept AS FINAL the decision of the particular hearing body. I agree to release, hold harmless and not to sue AHA, the Competition Sponsor, their officers, directors, employees, volunteers or members concerning any decision of AHA, the Competition, its Show Commission, Show Officials or any hearing body that relates to my qualifications or my horse(s)’ qualifications to enter the Competition or any results of the Competition. I AGREE that AHA has the sole right to control, sell, supervise or give away (or assign to others the right to do so) the exclusive rights to broadcast, televise, reproduce, transmit and disseminate all or part of this event, and I agree that AHA may use or assign, in any way AHA sees fit, photographs, films, videos, audios, cablecasts, or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the Competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of the Competition or AHA. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way which implies endorsement of any company, product, product category or service. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. By signing below as a parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor, I consent to the child’s participation and agree to all of the above provisions, and further agree to assume all of the obligations of this AHA Assumption of Risk, Release and Indemnification personally and on behalf of the child. This AHA Assumption of Risk, Release and Indemnification is governed by the Laws of the State of Colorado and is intended to be interpreted as broadly as possible. I agree that exclusive jurisdiction and venue (place) for any legal action against AHA, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers or agents shall be in the local district courts or the federal court of the State of Colorado. If any part of this agreement is determined to be unenforceable, all other parts shall remain effect. Federation entry agreement By entering a Federation-licensed Competition and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Driver, Rider, Handler, Vaulter or Longeur and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am subject to the Bylaws and Rules of The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the “Federation”) and the local rules of this Competition. I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Rules of the Federation and of the competition. I will accept as final the decision of the Hearing Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to release and hold harmless the competition, the Federation, their officials, directors and employees for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of entry, the Federation and/or the Competition may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cable - casts, broadcasts, internet, film, new media or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of the competition, sport, or the Federation. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of Federation rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York, and any action instituted against the Federation must be filed in New York State. See GR908.4. Federation release, assumption of risk, Waiver, and indemnification this document waives important legal rights. read it carefully before signing. I AGREE in consideration for my participation in this Competition to the following: I AGREE that the “Federation” and “Competition” as used herein includes the Licensee and Competition Management, as well as all of their officials, officers, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers and Federation affiliates. I AGREE that I choose to participate voluntarily in the Competition with my horse, as a rider, driver, handler, vaulter, longeur, 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 hold harmless and release the Federation and the Competition from all claims for money damages or otherwise for any Harm to me or my horse and for any Harm of any nature caused by me or my horse to others, even if the Harm arises or results, directly or indirectly, from the negligence of the Federation or the Competition. I AGREE to expressly assume all risks of Harm to me or my horse, including Harm resulting from the negligence of the Federation or the Competition. I AGREE to indemnify (that is, to pay any losses, damages, or costs incurred by) the Federation 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 while at the Competition. I have read the Federation Rules about protective equipment, including GR801 and, if applicable, EV114, and I understand that I am entitled to wear protective equipment without penalty, and I acknowledge that the Federation strongly encourages me to do so while WARNING that no protective equipment can 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 represent that I have the requisite training, coaching and abilities to safely compete in this competition. I AGREE that if I am injured at this competition, the medical personnel treating my injuries may provide information on my injury and treatment to the Federation on the official USEF accident/injury report form. !"#$%&'%#()*'+%(*%,$%-',#$%.%/-,0'#!!!!BY SIGNING BELOW, I AGREE to be bound by all applicable Federation Rules and all terms and provisions of this entry blank and all terms and provisions of this Prize List. If I am signing and submitting this Agreement electronically, I acknowledge that my electronic signature shall have the same validity, force and effect as if I affixed my signature by my own hand. BOD 1/23/11 Effective 12/1/11%
FEE SCHEDULE
BUY-A-CLASS LIST
Breeding & In-Hand (Halter), Performance & Equitation Classes ........$ 15.
Halter Buy-A-Classes are not available
Breeding & In-Hand (Halter) Championships ..................................$
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AGE SPLITS may be purchased in any division for qualifying classes (championships cannot be split into age groups)
Performance Championships ........................................................$ 30.
MAIDEN HORSE - NOVICE HORSE - LIMIT HORSE
Failure to Scratch Fee (per class)........................................................$ 15.
MAIDEN RIDER - NOVICE RIDER - LIMIT RIDER - LADIES - GENTLEMEN
Office Fee (per horse) ......................................................................$ 15. USEF Fee ($8 Drugs & Medication, $8 USEF, per horse) ....................................$ 16.
NOTE: Classes listed below are for Arabians and/or Half-Arabian/Anglo-Arabians
English Pleasure - Junior Horse, Open or Junior Horse Champ.
Formal Driving - Open, ATD Pleasure Driving - Open, ATD
AHA Resolution 9-90 Fee (per horse) ................................................$
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Horse & Tack Stalls ......................................................................$ 70.
Park Horse - Open, ATR, JTR
Country Pleasure Driving ATD
Show Hack - ATR, JTR, Champ.
Informal Combination - Open, ATD
Shavings - 8.5 cu. ft bag..............................................................$ 11.
Costume - AATR, JTR, Champ.
Reining - JTR, ATR Championship
Sidesaddle - AATR, JTR, English, Western, Walk/Trot
Adult Amateur Equitation - any seat
Grounds Fee (per day, for horses not in stall or sharing stall) ................................$ 15.
$50 REGULAR Buy-A-Class fee in addition to normal class fee for a regular class, $75 CHAMPIONSHIP Buy-A-Class fee in addition to the normal class fee for a championship class. Once a class has been “bought,” other exhibitors may enter for the normal class fee. Buy-AClasses will be listed in the receipt letter from Show Secretary. Must be requested by November 10, 2012. First come basis. No one individual, trainer, or barn may buy more than two classes, unless all classes are not sold by the above date. Contact Sherry McGraw, 214418-3905, E-mail sherry.mcgraw@att.net, to “buy a class” or for more information.
USEF Non-Member Fee ................................................................$ 30. AHA Single Event Membership Fee (“non-member” per person)....................$ 35. Post Entry Fee (per horse) ................................................................$ 30. Early Move-in Stall Fee (per day, per stall) ............................................$ 30. Late Move-out Stall Fee (per day, per stall) ..............................................$ 30. RV/Camper Hookups: water & electricity (110 volts, 30 amps, per day) ........$ 40. Insufficient Funds ........................................................................$ 25.
DIRECTIONS
Delinquent Check-out (per horse)........................................................$ 50. Other fees as necessary.
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Halter & Performance ........................1st place trophy, ribbons to 6th place Equitation & Walk-Trot Classes ............1st place trophy, ribbons to 8th place Equitation & Walk-Trot Championships ..Champ. trophy, ribbons to 8th place Halter Championships ..............................................Ribbons to 2nd place
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JTR, AATR, ATR Championships ......................Garland, ribbons to 8th place Open Championships ................................................Ribbons to 8th place AHA Medal Classes ..........................1st place medal, ribbons to 8th place
From Houston, take I-10 West and exit Mason Road, Exit 745. Go left (south) for three miles and the Center is on the left, south (go past) of Highland Knolls Dr. From San Antonio, take I-10 East and exit Mason Road, Exit 745. Go right (south) for three miles and the Center in on the left, south (go past) of Highland Knolls Dr.
PRIZE MONEY Prize money will be paid at the show or within 30 days by check by the
From Dallas, take I-45 South and exit Beltway 8 (Sam Houston Toll Road). Go south to I-10. Take I-10 West to Mason Road, Exit 745. Go left (south) on Mason for three miles and the Center is located on the left, south (go past) of Highland Knolls Dr.
GCAHC Treasurer. No prize money in: Halter, Equitation, Showmanship, or
From the Rosenberg-Richmond area and points south, take the Grand Parkway (Hwy 99) North. Exit Cinco Ranch Boulevard to Mason Road and go left (north). The Center is located approximately 100 yards on the right.
Performance Championships Ch - $60, Res - $40, 3rd – $30, 4th - $20
HOST HOTEL - SPECIAL RATES $79
281-646-9200 15225 Katy Frwy. Call before 11/8 to reserve a room at these great rates. Ask for Gulf Coast Arabian Horse Show.
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SPONSORSHIPS Patron Sponsor (arena banner, 3 reg & 2 champ classes) ................$200. Championship Sponsor (per class) ................................................$ 50. Regular Class Sponsor (per class)..................................................$ 30.
ENTRY INFORMATION Pre-Entries At the show, you MUST pre-enter (and scratch) classes before the end of the prior session. For the Friday morning session the entry deadline is 8:00 AM. Entries Entries will not be accepted unless accompanied by a negotiable, signed valid check or money order for the total amount. (We will NOT be accepting credit cards this year.) If received without payment they will become post entries and the post entry fee will apply. All entries must attach (1) copy of registration papers showing owner of record with Arabian Horse Association; (2) copy of current AHA and USEF membership cards or include the appropriate non-member fees. USEF Horse Identification Numbers, AHA and USEF membership numbers must be written on the entry form. Entry form must be signed on front & back. We reserve the right to cancel any class having three or less entries. USEF Horse Identification Number All horses must obtain a Horse ID number from US Equestrian (USEF GR1101). Health Certificate & Negative Cosigns We are no longer requiring health certificates. Required documentation, to be presented at the show office upon arrival, is a Negative Equine Infectious Anemia (ETA) Test (Coggins) within the last 12 months. These time restrictions must not expire while the horse is on the grounds. There will be no exception to any health requirement. All animals must be in accordance with the current rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission (TACH 512-719-0777). Health requirements are subject to change by TAHC. All horses are subject to inspection by the show veterinarian. Out-of-state exhibitors must be aware of & follow the TAHC requirements for entering the state (www.tahc.state.tx.us/regs/entry.html). Entry Closing Information/Post Entries Entries close on Nov. 10, 2012. Post entries are accepted. Post entries are any entries made or made complete after the closing date. Entries postmarked after Nov. 10, 2012 will be considered post entries and will be assessed an additional $30 per horse. A United States Postal Service postmark will take precedence over postmarks from private meters, etc. Completed post entries will be accepted at the show until the end of the prior session, or for Friday morning, until 8:00 AM. Post entry fees do not apply to classes added during the show. Stalls To reserve stalls, indicate the number of stalls and dollar amount on the Entry Form. Mail the completed entry form to the Show Secretary. No requests for adjoining stalls from different owners will be honored unless all are mailed together. Stalls are covered, of sturdy construction, in good condition and safe for horses. Doors are provided. Shavings must be purchased from facility ($11 per bag; 8.5 cu. ft) – NO SHAVINGS MAY BE BROUGHT ON SITE. Hay and grain will not be available. The facility limits electrical use to 2.5 amps per stall. No extension cords are allowed on the ground or buried. The facility does not allow cooking in the barns. Reservations: CORY STILES 713-818-7658. . Arrival The Show Office opens at Noon on Thurs,, Nov. 29. The Barn Manager will be on the Show Grounds 10AM–8:30PM on Nov. 29. Contact CORY STILES 713-818-7658 if you are planning to arrive before 10 AM or after 8:30 PM so she can make arrangements for you. For your convenience, the stall chart will be posted outside the Show Office. There will be a $30 per stall per day charge for early move-in (prior to 8AM Nov. 29) and late move-out (after Noon Mon., Dec. 3). Services may be limited prior to the beginning of the show. Refunds In order to receive any refund, withdrawal of entries must be made in writing to the Show Secretary and accompanied by a vet/medical certificate stating inability to show. If proper notification is postmarked by entry closing date, all fees less 10% will be refunded. After the entry closing date and prior to the start of the show (Nov. 29, 2012 at 9:00 AM), all fees will be refunded less $30 per horse. No refunds will be allowed after the start of the show or after the conclusion of the show. To Add or Scratch a Class This is NOT a ride-through-the-gate show. At the show, you MUST pre-enter and/or scratch classes before the end of the prior session. For the Friday morning session the entry deadline is 8:00 AM. To exhibit in a class that was not entered or if a horse or rider is not going to show in a class that was entered, complete the add/scratch form and submit to the show office. Forms are available in the show office. Classes scratched prior to the end of the deadline will be processed at no charge, and the entry will receive a full refund for the class fee. Classes scratched after the deadline must scratched at the gate before the gate opens for that class in order to avoid the “Failure to Scratch" fee of $15 per class.
GENERAL INFORMATION Farrier, Veterinarian & First Aid A veterinarian will be on call, phone number will be posted at the show office and is in the list at the front of this prize list. The use of other veterinarians will be allowed, but they must check in with the show manager prior to treatment, or in the case of an emergency, after treatment. A farrier will be on-site. The phone numbers will be posted at the show office. We ask that you use the services of the show farrier. All other farriers must check in with the show manager prior to seeing any customers, get permission to work on the show grounds, and pay a vendor fee. First aid treatment will be available during the performance. An ambulance will be on call. In the event of an acute and serious injury to or illness of a horse on competition grounds when the owner or trainer of the horse or agent of the owner is not present, after reasonable effort to contact that individual has been made, competition management, in consultation with a licensed equine veterinarian, may authorize the provision of emergency veterinary treatment of the horse. If competition management so authorizes treatment under the provisions of this rule, competition management and veterinarian are not liable for any resulting costs, damages, losses, claims or actions arising directly or indirectly from the treatment of the horse. BOD 1/23/11. Effective immediately. Judges This show will be judged according to the single judge system. In the event of illness or failure of a judge or any other official to attend this show or to perform his duties, the show committee reserves the right to substitute an official for the one officially designated in the prize list, according to USEF rules. Insufficient Funds and Returned Check Charge Checks returned to the GCAHC marked “insufficient funds” for any reason will be assessed an additional $25 fee per check. If restitution is not made immediately upon first verbal or written notification, the GCAHC will take all appropriate actions with USEF and AHA and payer will be barred from taking part in any USEF, AHA, or GCAHC recognized show until final settlement. GCAHC reserves the right to require certified funds. Indebtedness to Show Any exhibitor who fails to settle his/her indebtedness to the show prior to leaving the show grounds will automatically be charged a non-check-out fee of $50 per horse. In addition, the individual will be barred from taking part whatsoever in any GCAHC-recognized show until this debt is paid in full. Any exhibitor who fails to settle indebtedness to the Show Veterinarian or Farrier for services during the show before leaving the show grounds will be barred from future shows recognized by GCAHC until debt is paid in full. In the case of indebtedness, the GCAHC will pursue action to the fullest extent of Texas law. Photos Proofs will NOT be mailed. Visit www.donstine.com for information on ordering show photos Also, be sure to contact Don to schedule special shots. Facility Information & Requirements No extension cords are allowed on the ground or buried. The facility does not allow cooking in the barns. All dogs must be on a leash. Show arena: covered, 300'x150', sand-and-clay footing. Outdoor Arena - Trail classes, uncovered, sand-and-clay footing. Warm-up arena: covered, sand-and-clay footing. Additional Warm-Up arenas: outdoors, sand-and-clay footing. Sharps containers are located prominently in each barn. Concessions will be available during show hours. Questions, Disputes & Protests All protests and questions not covered by these rules shall be decided by the Show Committee, whose decision shall be final. Disputes should be presented to the Show Chairman prior to filing a formal protest under the provisions of USEF GR603. Any rider, driver, handler, exhibitor, owner, agent, trainer or the parents of a junior exhibitor may file a protest with the Show Committee or The Federation Hearing Committee alleging a violation of any USEF rule(s). The protest must be in writing, signed by the protester, addressed to the secretary of the competition at which the alleged violation occurred, or to the Hearing Committee, and accompanied by a deposit of $200 if made by an USEF member or the parent of a junior exhibitor member or $300 if made by a non-member; said deposit will be refunded in the event the protest is upheld, and received by the steward, a member of the Show Committee, the competition manager or the competition secretary within 48 hours of the alleged violation, or if made directly to the Hearing Committee, it must be received at the USEF office by the fifth business day following the last recognized day of the competition. Minors Minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind, including, but not limited to, golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles, on the competition grounds of licensed competitions. Minors who have a valid temporary license may operate the above described motorized vehicles as long as they are accompanied by an adult with a valid driver’s license. The parent(s), legal guardian(s), or individual who signs the entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. Violations of this rule will be cause for sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s), and/or trainer(s) from the competition grounds for the remainder of the competition and charges being filed against any of the above individuals in accordance with Chapter 6. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule.
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CLASS SPECIFICATIONS This show will be conducted under 2012 USEF Rules. “EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREIN.” Exhibitors are encouraged to read the USEF rule book, and particularly Chapter AR, for the complete Arabian horse rules, class descriptions and judging specifications. Headers & Leaders Headers in Walk-Trot and leaders in Leadline classes must be at least 14 years of age. Breeding In Hand & Gelding-In-Hand Classes and Championships Breeding & In-Hand classes will be judged using the “in the ring procedures”. Exhibitors showing weanlings and yearlings are encouraged to read USEF AR108.1/255.4. You cannot show filly & colt weanlings and yearlings (purebred or HA/AA) in our Championship classes but yearling geldings (purebred or HA/AA) may compete for Champion Gelding. In addition, exhibitors are also referred to AR255.3: HA/AA weanling or yearling colts/stallions may compete in HA/AA Geldings In-Hand 1 & Under. AHA Medal Classes Open to Juniors who have not reached their 18th birthday prior to December 1 of the previous year. AHA Medal Class Specifications AHA Saddle Seat Medal JTR class. 1. In addition to the rail work, all contestants are required to perform two or more individual tests from EQ 120, Tests 1-15 (EC equivalent). AHA Reining Seat Medal JTR class. 1. All contestants are required to perform a Reining pattern as outlined in the Federation Reining Division or (EC equivalent). 2. Order of go will be done by draw. 3. Bits must be dropped and inspected by the Judge or designated official, and all riders must dismount for this inspection. If called for in the ring, assistance, if necessary, may be had from one of the ring officials. 4. Reins shall not be removed from the horse's neck while inspecting bits. 5. In the event the total score is tied, the tie will first be broken by the exhibitor with the highest equitation score. Should a tie still exist, the tie shall be broken by reining rules in RN 103.2. 6. It is mandatory that judges use the prescribed AHA Score Sheet for Reining Seat Equitation and that the score sheet or a copy be posted immediately after each class. AHA Hunter Seat Not to Jump Medal JTR class. 1. In addition to the rail work, all contestants are required to perform two or more individual tests from EQ 114 Tests From Which Judges Must Choose. AHA Western Horsemanship Medal JTR class. a. In addition to the rail work, all contestants are required to perform a minimum of four tests from Subchapter AR230, Western Horsemanship.
CLASS INFORMATION Amateur Every rider having reached his 18th birthday prior to 12/1/11 must have in his/her possession an amateur card issued yearly by USEF or make application for such card at least one hour prior to riding in Amateur To Ride classes. Applications may be secured from the Horse Show Office. See USEF Rules regarding amateur status. Junior Exhibitor Junior exhibitors shall not have reached their 18th birthday. For Horse Show purposes, the age of the junior exhibitor on December 1 of the show year shall be maintained throughout the entire year. Junior exhibitors may enter Ladies & Gentlemen classes. Owners Classes Every competitor must be an amateur and the owner or an amateur member of the owner’s family. Combined ownership is not permitted in Owners or Amateur Owners classes unless all owners are member of the same family. For competition purposes the term “family” includes husband, wife, parent, step-parent, child, brother, step-child, sister, halfbrother and sister, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandmother, grandfather, and in-laws of the same relations as stated above. Leased horses are not eligible. Horses entered in amateur owner and junior owner classes must be registered in the name of the competitor or a member of the competitor’s family, as defined by USEF. The sale of a horse does not eliminate this requirement. (Contracts of Sale or Bill of Sale will not be accepted.) Sweepstakes Classes The symbols “$$” before a class name designates classes where horses that are enrolled in the AHA Breeder’s Sweepstakes program may earn points towards that program. Horses that are not entered in the AHA Breeder’s Sweepstakes may enter these classes. Identification Numbers The assigned number of each entry shall be prominently displayed by the rider, driver or handler when the entry is exhibited. Check-in Check-in with the Paddock Master is required, prior to going in your class.
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Calls for Classes The public address system will be used to make barn calls if possible; however, exhibitors are responsible for seeing that entries reach the gate on time and should not rely solely on the P.A. system. Tack Changes Time for tack changes will be at a minimum; the paddock master should be notified of any special requirements, and she may briefly delay opening the gate for the next class. Admission to the Arena No person will be permitted to enter the arena except participants in the class, judges and their assistants, show photographer and assistant, show officials and staff. Attendants will not be permitted in the arena until summoned by the judge. Two Minute Rule The gate will close two minutes after the first horse enters the ring or in cases with large classes taking more than two minutes, after the entry of the final horse in a continuous string of horses.
REQUIREMENTS This horse show is conducted in accordance with the 2012 rules of the US Equestrian Federation (USEF). The official rule book of USEF will prevail for this show. This prize list is based on rules of the current USEF rule book and the handbook of the Arabian Horse Association, where they apply respectively; any changes or corrections of rules will automatically become a part of the prize list. Each participant in this show is responsible for knowledge of and is subject to the USEF rules. Exhibitors are encouraged to read the current USEF Rule Book and, particularly Chapter AR for the complete Arabian Horse rules, class description and judging specifications. Questions not covered by USEF rules shall be decided by the Show Committee and its decisions will be final. By entering this show, each exhibitor agrees to abide by the final decision of the Show Committee and USEF Steward. Arabian Eligibility to Compete Horses shown in this division must have been issued a certificate of registration from the Arabian Horse Registry of America, Inc. and/or the Canadian Arabian Horse Registry or, if under one year of age, be eligible for registry, and registration applied for and must be entered under their full registered name. (Only weanlings that have had registration applied for may show without registration papers.) Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian Eligibility to Compete Horses shown in this section must have been issued a certificate of registration from the Arabian Horse Association in the Half-Arabian or Anglo-Arabian Registry, or have been issued an Arabian Horse Association (Canadian Partbred Arabian Register) CPAR Permit or if under one year of age, be eligible for registry and registration applied for and must be entered under their full registered name. AHA Membership Requirements a. Each participant in an Arabian Horse Association recognized Arabian, Half-Arabian/ Anglo-Arabian division/competition, at the time of entry into a competition, must submit a copy of a valid AHA Membership/Competition card, join AHA or pay an AHA Single Event Membership fee per participant. b. When an agent signs for the owner at an AHA recognized competition, both the owner and agent must be members of AHA or pay the AHA Single Event Membership. c. Single Event Membership is not acceptable at AHA Regional or National competitions. d. Exhibitors in Lead Line classes or Parents/Guardians signing for minors are exempt from AHA Membership requirements. e. Exhibitors in Walk-Trot classes are exempt from AHA Membership requirements at qualifying competitions but must have an AHA Membership with Competition Card at AHA Regional and National competitions. USEF Membership Requirements USEF MEMBERSHIP STATEMENT: Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions at the Preliminary Level or above and Combined Driving Competitions at the Advanced Level, Dressage, Reining and Vaulting Competitions and Endurance Rides. A nonmember may participate as a handler, rider, driver, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions, Dressage Competitions, Reining Competitions and Combined Driving Competitions upon payment of a $30 nonmember registration fee. Participants in the following classes are exempted from the Requirements of this rule: 1) leadline; 2) exhibitions; 3) games and races; 4) classes for 4-H members; 5) walk trot and academy classes (academy classes are classes limited to horses used regularly in a lesson program); 6) USDF introductory level tests, pas de deux and quadrille classes; 7) NRHA Endorsed Reining Competitions. 8) Opportunity classes, 9) citizens of other nations who have proof, in English, of current membership in good standing of their own National Federation, 10) USEA beginner novice division; and 11) assistant handlers in Dressage Sport Horse Breeding classes.
NOTE: The forementioned fee structure only pertains to non-members showing in Open Classes. Non-members who wish to show in Amateur Classes are also subject to a $30 USEF amateur certification fee (in addition to $30 non-member fee). Non-members may choose to become a USEF member for $55, which then waives the $30 non-member fee and the $30 amateur fee. WARNING – Under Texas Law (Chapter 87, Civil Practice and Remedies Code), an 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.
INDEMNITY AND RESPONSIBILITY All entries are accepted with the understanding that neither GREAT SOUTHWEST EQUESTRIAN CENTER, L.P. A TEXAS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, THE GULF COAST ARABIAN HORSE CLUB, the Show, the Show Committee, nor any Show Official will be held responsible for any loss, damage, or injury to any horse exhibited or any article of any kind. All horses shall be under the control and direction of the show committee but solely at the risk of the exhibitor, who will be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury to any person, animal or property occasioned by him, and the exhibitor shall indemnify the above mentioned parties against any and all loss, damages and liability thus occasioned, including but not limited to any and all legal costs, including attorney fees, which may be incurred as a result thereof. THE SUBMITTING OF AN ENTRY FORM TO THE SHOW SHALL CONSTITUTE AN ACCEPTANCE BY EACH PERSON SIGNING SAME OF THE PROVISIONS HEREIN SET FORTH. Federation Entry Agreement By entering a Federation-licensed Competition and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Driver, Rider, Handler, Vaulter or Longeur and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am subject to the Bylaws and Rules of The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the “Federation”) and the local rules of the Competition. I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Rules of the Federation and of the Competition. I will accept as final the decision of the Hearing Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to release and hold harmless the Competition, the Federation, their officials, directors and employees for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of entry, the Federation and/or the Competition may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cablecasts, broadcasts, internet, film, new media or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the Competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of the Competition, sport, or the Federation. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of Federation rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York, and any action instituted against the Federation must be filed in New York State. See GR908.4.
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Contact your local club:
Judy Cunningham 936-441-5014
The Judges & Stewards Commissioner is responsible for handling written and signed complaints relating to judges’ and stewards’ conduct when filed by exhibitors, show officials, AHA members or others, and when accompanied by a ten-dollar ($10.00) filing fee [Resolution 5-90]. Other comments, compliments, questions, inquiries are encouraged when appropriate (no filing fee required). Write: Judges & Stewards Commissioner, PO Box 440949, Aurora, CO 80044-0949; (303) 696-4537.
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