29th Annual
Hopeful Horse Trials
Combined Test & Dressage Show
June 24th – June 25th, 2017
Opening Date: May 1
st
Closing Date: June 8th
Organizer:
Secretary:
Officials:
Lisa Morse
Shelley Feldner
Dressage Judges:
Christel Carlson, USEF “S”
(509) 432-4859
3002 N. Palouse Rd
Mary Brown, L “with Distinction”
[email protected]
Colfax, WA 99111
XC Course Design: Steve Buckman
Horse Trials: Three-phase competition in which the rider competes the same horse throughout.
Division
Description
Dressage**
Cross Country*
Stadium
Designed for competitors preparing to
USEF 2014
--Same as Training Course,
3’7” max, includes
Preliminary/
move up to Preliminary level. It will
Preliminary Test A
see below
1 triple
Training
follow
recognized
horse
trial
rules.
3’3”
max
combination.
(P/T)
Designed for competitors who have
USEF 2014
2250m, 20-24 jumps. 3’3”
3’3” max, includes
Open
completed at least 2 novice level horse
Training Test A
max, 420mpm. Includes
1 triple or 2
Training
trials.
It
will
follow
recognized
HT
rules.
water,
ditch,
&
banks.
doubles.
(OT)
Designed
for
competitors
who
have
USEF
2014
2100m,
15-18
jumps.
2’11”
2’11”
max,
Open
completed a beginner novice horse trial,
Novice Test A
max, 350mpm. Includes
includes one 2Novice
or novice horse trial.
water, ditch, & bank.
stride combination.
(ON)
Designed for new competitors, or for
USEF 2014
2000m, 14-16 jumps. 2’7”
2’7” max, may
Beginner
those who have competed at the Hopeful
Beginner Novice
max, 320mpm. Includes
include one 2-stride
Novice
before, or other Beginner Novice horse
Test A
water, ditch, and up bank.
combination.
(BN)
trials.
Designed for first time competitors with
some jumping experience. Lead riders are
allowed on the X-country phase.
Nervous
Novice
(NN)
USEF 2014
Beginner Novice
Test A
1500m, 8-10 jumps. 2’3”
max.
2’3” max, no
combinations.
*Safety vests are required on cross-country, medical armbands required for all jumping phases.
These combined tests
will be completed on
Saturday. 6/24
Combined Tests: Two-phase competition, rider competes the same horse throughout.
Division
Dressage**
Stadium
(Division will cancel if fewer than 3 entries by closing date)
Cricket
USEF 2014 Beginner Novice Test A
Introductory
USEF 2014 Beginner Novice Test A
Smurf
USDF 2015 Introductory Level
Test A
USDF 2015 Introductory Level
Test A
USEF 2014 Preliminary Test A
Ground Poles – limited to D1 & UR Pony Clubbers
Stadium will
run with
horse trial
stadium on
Sunday.
(or approved by organizer) Leads in SJ allowed.
Preliminary CT
Training CT
Novice CT
Beginner Novice CT
8-10 jumps; mix of cross
rails/verticals/oxers. 2’ max
8 jumps; 4 cross rails, 4
verticals; 18” max
8 jumps, all cross rails
8 “jumps” all ground poles
As above for Prel/Train. HT
USEF 2014 Training Test A
USEF 2014 Novice Test A
USEF 2014 Beginner Novice Test A
As above for Training HT
As above for Novice HT
As above for BN HT
**All Horse Trial and Combined Test dressage tests will be ridden in a small (20x40m) sand arena.
Nervous Novice, Grasshopper, Cricket, Introductory, Smurf, and Ground Poles may have their tests read.
Dressage Schooling Show Tests: Individual dressage tests available as a great schooling opportunity. Consider adding
a dressage test to your CT, or HT entry! Classes may be combined. All tests will be ridden on Friday Evening or
Saturday morning, depending on entries.
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Second Level & Above – TOC***
5
Training Level – Test 1
9
USEF Novice Level Test A
2
First Level – Test of Choice***
6
USDF Introductory Level TOC
10
USEF Beginner Novice Test A
3
Training Test 3
7
USEF Preliminary Level Test A
4
Training Level Test 2
8
USEF Training Level Test A
*** Classes 1 & 2 will be ridden in a
full-sized sand arena 20x60m. Classes 3
through 10 in small sand arena, 20x40m.
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Tentative Time Schedule
Friday, June 23rd
3pm
Move-in available for Hopeful competition (if not already on grounds for Prep)
5pm
Office open for Hopeful packet pick-up, Cross Country course open for walking
Saturday, June 24th
8am
Dressage begins
9:30
Stadium for lower level combined tests; Cricket, Introductory, Smurf, & Ground Poles
1pm
Cross Country; P/T, OT, ON, BN, NN
~6pm
50th Reunion Celebration!
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Sunday, June 25
9am
Stadium Jumping all levels; P/T, OT, ON, BN, NN, (including CT) awards following each level
Schedule changes and ride times will be sent to the email address provided on the entry form, and on paradisecreek.ponyclub.org
HT: Ribbons to 8th, prizes to 3rd. CT: Ribbons to 8th, prizes to 1 st. Dressage Tests: Ribbons to 5th.
The Hopeful is part of the Dry Side Triple Crown Series! Check paradisecreek.ponyclub.org for info.
Rules:
Current USEF & USPC Rules for Eventing will be followed, though some latitude will be made for the
unrecognized event. Ask organizer if you have specific questions.
Lead Riders:
Lead riders for cross-country are intended for the assistance of inexperienced riders (i.e. D1 and D2
level Pony Clubbers). Lead riders may or may not be available for all riders requesting them – we will
do our best to provide a fun and safe experience for our new event riders!
Refunds:
Before the closing date, less $15 (office fee). After closing date, less $25, and only upon receipt of
veterinarian or medical doctor’s note.
Pinneys:
Non-returned pinney fee: $25.
Starting Times:
Approximate start times available on-line Tuesday, June 20th. Final start times on grounds Friday, June
23rd at 4pm. Call (208) 877-1381. Check: paradisecreek.ponyclub.org
Directions:
From the west; Deary, Idaho is 30 miles east of Moscow, ID on Highway 8. Pony Club grounds 3 miles
east of Deary (on HWY 8) on the N side of the highway. Look for signs.
Nature of Terrain: Wooded, rolling hills.
Accommodations: Camping on grounds, no hook-ups. Hotels available in Moscow, ID. Camping fee of $10 per night per
camping unit (i.e. tent = 1 unit, or camper on truck = 1 unit) Contact organizer with questions.
Stabling:
10x10 railroad tie/metal poles, & 12x12 pole stalls (not covered) on grounds. Please bring stall guard
and screw eyes. Check in at office for stall assignments. Bedding not provided, and please only
shavings (no straw) if bringing your own.
Concessions:
May be available on grounds.
Other:
An interstate certificate of veterinary inspection (Health Certificate) is required for travel between
Idaho, Oregon & Washington, as well as a current EIA (Coggins) test. Brand Inspections are HIGHLY
recommended as we have had brand inspectors come to our camps in the past, and fine participants who
did not have correct paperwork with them. Please bring your horse paperwork with you to camp,
but we are not requiring copies of them with your entry form.
** Non-Pony Club Members: Must complete the USPC release form before riding on the grounds.
All entry forms must be accompanied by a release of liability.
A parent or guardian must sign if the competitor is under 18 years of age.
Awards:
2017 Marks 50 Years at Deary!
Please join us in celebrating our 50th anniversary of horse fun at
the Deary Pony Club Grounds, on Saturday, June 24th at 6pm. For more
information, go to:
Dearypcg.com
Information and sign-up for the catered dinner and activities will
be updated on that website!
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Hopeful Horse Trials, CT & Dressage Show – 2017
Opening Date: May 1st
Closing Date: June 8th
Rider’s Name
Birth date (Jr / Sr)
Address
City, State, Zip
Phone
Email
Horse’s Name
Horse’s Age
Pony Club Member?
Hopeful Prep
Participant?
Emergency Contact
(Name & Phone)
Breed
Horse’s Sex
Horse’s Height
Horse’s Color
Yes* / No
If Yes*, Which
If no, please complete Non-Member Waiver
Club/Center?
Planning to eat concessions
Yes / No
Pony Club Camp Participant?
Yes / No
during Hopeful?
Length / Description
of Trailer/Rig
Division – CIRCLE division(s)
Preliminary /
Horse Trial
Training (PT)
Combined Test
(circle level)
Open
Training (OT)
Cricket
Prelim CT
Dressage Show Test (circle class number)
Open
Novice (ON)
Introductory
Training CT
1*
2*
Beginner
Novice (BN)
Smurf
Novice CT
3
4
5
Yes / No
Nervous
Novice (NN)
Ground Poles
Beginner Novice CT
6*
7
8
9
10
*Test of Choice Class 1, 2, or 6 List Specific Test(s): _________________________________________________________
Competition Entry
Fees
Horse Trial Division
(each)
Combined Test
(each)
Dressage Schooling
Test (each)
Entry Fee
Pony Club
Member
$80
$65
$40
$30
Stabling: $30
Friday noon through Sunday Noon
Haul-in Fee: $10 per day
(only if not paying for overnight stabling)
Overnight Camping Fee: $10 per night
(truck/trailer, or tent, etc.)
$20
Mail entries to:
Shelley Feldner, Secretary
3002 N. Palouse Rd
Colfax, WA 99111
Competition Entry
Checks to: Paradise Creek Pony Club
(509) 998-7632
[email protected]
Would you like to pay with credit/debit?
Visit our website! Dearypcg.com
$
$
$
$
Total:
$
Release Statement
I am participating in these activities at my own risk. My participation is subject to the condition of the organizers.
• I understand and agree that equine activities are inherently dangerous and that I am voluntarily assuming any and all risk associated with the planned and
unplanned equine activities as part of this event and I am choosing to participate in the event with this knowledge. I further understand and agree the
organizers, host, employees, Hatley Ranch, Inland Empire Region (IER), Paradise Creek Pony Club, any other person(s), or group(s), shall not be
responsible or liable for any damage, accident, injury, illness, or death to horses, participant riders, owners, spectators, or any other person or property in
connection with this event, pursuant to Idaho Code 6 section 1801 et seq. By signing this Waiver and Release I acknowledge that I am waiving any and all
claims I may have by voluntarily participating in this event and completely and fully release the organizers, host, employees, Paradise Creek Pony Club, any
other person(s), or group(s) from any and all liability that may arise from this event.
• I acknowledge that I have read and understand its contents, accept all the terms and conditions set forth herein, and have been provided with a copy of
Idaho Code Title 6 Chapter 18, Sections 1, 2.
• I agree to wear protective headgear when riding, with harness secured. Body protecting vests are required for cross county and recommended for
stadium jumping
• I understand and agree the organizers have the right to cancel the camp, to refuse any entry, and to prohibit or stop any activity deemed improper or unsafe.
Name of Participant______________________________ Signature ______________________________Date:__________
Name of Parent: _________________________________ Signature: _____________________________Date:__________
(Parent or guardian must also sign if participant is under 18 years of age.
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