Saturday, November 1, 2008
Rain Date is November 8
Croft State Park Equestrian Center*
Ride lasts approximately 2 to 2 ½ hours
*Park entrance fee is $2 per adult (16+). Kids are free
TRIVIA POKER RIDE
8:30 to 11:00 a.m. * Awards at 2:00 pm
Best Hand $300
Second Place $200 * Third Place $100
Fourth, Fifth, Sixth and Worst Hand Prizes, too!!
Prize for Best Costume (child, adult and horse)
$20 per rider if registered by October 28 ($10 for ages 12 and under)
$25 per rider if registered after Oct. 28 ($15 for ages 12 and under)
includes lunch (hot dog or BBQ plate)
Teams up to 4 riders
To register a team for the Poker Ride, print this page , complete the rider information below & mail to:
HALTER
P.O. Box 1403
Spartanburg, SC 29304
Also enjoy fun day activities from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
$10 includes pony ride, petting zoo, face-painting,
bounce-house and inflatable slide!
Buggy ride $10 adult, $5 child (limit 2 per ride)
Calf-roping $5 for 3 throws. A prize if you catch that calf!
Horse-shoes (for fun)!
Live Bluegrass Music by Southern Grass Review
Enjoy Hotdog or BBQ plate for a $5 donation
A TRIVIA TRAIL PURSUIT POKER RIDE
LIST OF RULES:
1. Riders must register (teams of 1-4 persons) and be at the starting gate anytime after 8:30 a.m. and no later than 11:00 a.m. Riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
2. Riders will be given a blank card and a pencil on which to write the answers to the eight trivia questions they encounter in the woods.
3. These trivia questions (from the horse world) will be numbered and written on signs posted along the trail.
4. Riders must follow the arrows designating the route to take and return within the given amount of time (to be calculated at a walk). Late arrivals will be disqualified.
5. Upon return to the start/finish line, the team trail boss will present the answer card to the judges for scoring.
6. The team will be dealt one card per correct answer (judges decision is final).
7. A 5 card poker hand for the team is chosen from the cards received. A five card hand is required in order to play and qualify for prizes.
8. Up to three additional cards can be bought for $5 each. (This is not necessary, but makes it possible to create a five card hand if short OR to take a chance of improving current hand.)
9. Judges will receive and record each teams poker hand and rank according to a posted chart of high to low hands.
10. Awards:
BEST HAND $300
Second best hand $200
Third best hand $100
4th, 5th, 6th and worst hand To Be Announced
Best costume in child, adult and horse categories. To Be Announced
11. Lunch is included in the entry fee and will be served between 11:30 and 1:30.
12. Awards will be presented at approximately 2:00 PM.
GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY TRAILS TO ALL!
Time:
11:00am - 2:00pm
Description:
http://www.hopeforhorses.org/
We would love to meet you and show you around. On the first Saturday of each month, we will open the farm for just such visits. So, come and see the horses and learn more about what we do at Hope for Horses!
We will have Used Tack available for purchase, as well as Hope for Horses t-shirts, water bottles, bags and other goodies.
Please come out for our next Open Farm Day on March 4th or join us on any first Saturday of each month!
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Directions:
11 miles out Leicester Hwy. Turn left on North Turkey Creek. Go 1.4 miles. Bear left at fork. Hope for Horses is 1.3 miles up on the left.
Description:
Fall Classic Academy Horse Show Sponsor:
Location: Main Arena
Date: 11/7/2008 - 11/8/2008
Time: 6:00pm to 9:30pm on 11/9/07; 9:00am - 2:00pm and 6:00pm-9:30pm on 11/10/07
Admission: Free to spectators See exhibitors fees below in description
Contact: Liz Holmes Liz Holmes 919-563-5992
Email:
Description: Horse show with emphasis on classes for Academy, Jr. Exhibitor and Amateur Riders. THe Clemson Fall Classic Horse SHow is operated in accordance with traditional Saddlebred, Hackney and Roadster horse show rules and is affiliated with the Americam Saddlebred Associations of the Carolinas (ASAC). Stalls @ $60/each. Night Camper fees @ $25/night; Bag Shavings @ $6/bag. Host hotel is Ramada Inn of Clemson locates at 1315 Tiger Blvd., Clemson, SC. Cut off date to receive special group rate is Thursday October 18, 2007. Important: A current 12 month negative Coggins test is required for every horse and will be checked upon entering the grounds. No Expections!! Liz Holmes 919-563-5992
Description:
Progressive Show Jumping Hunter Jumper Show
Highfields Event Center- Aiken, SC
http://www.psjshows.com/shows.php#local
Rules
* An open check must be given at the time of entry. Checks for classes should be made out to Harmon Field.
* BRHJA rules and regulations will apply at these shows for all riders.
* Leadline & Walk Alone riders may not cross enter for points into any other divisions.
* Walk Alone is for riders not ready to trot.
* Walk Trot is for riders not ready to canter, these riders can only show in this division and the Walk/Trot Crossrail division. No cross entering into any other division for points. Entering other divisions for experience unjudged is encouraged.
* W/T/C riders can only show in this division and the W/T/C Crossrail division. No cross entering for points into any other division.
* Walk Trot Crossrail riders may not cross enter for points into Walk Trot Canter Crossrails and vice versa.
* Crossrail rider may not cross enter for points into any division other than the W/T or W/T/C divisions that correspond with their Crossrail division.
*Pre-Short Stirrup is for those rider who have not yet competed in Short Stirrup you may not cross enter for points into the Beginner hunter or Crossrail divisions.
* Beginner Hunter divisions are for green horses and beginner riders.
* Professionals may enter any division unjudged.
* 17& Under Eq. rider may ride in the Beginner Hunter 17 & Under divisions. 17 & Under Eq. will be treated as a separate division and point awarded accordingly.
* Pre-Green is for green horses, you may not cross enter into the Mini Hunter for points.
* No cross entering for points into any divisions after Crossrails unless otherwise specified.
* You may show in all divisions unjudged for extra experience.
* Jumper classes will be done in a 2, 2b format and will compete over hunter style fences. These classes will be timed & judged as a Jumper class, the fastest clean ride wins. Jumper riders may enter into the Hunter division at the same height.
Points will be awarded as follows:
1st: 5 pts, 2nd: 4pts, 3rd: 3pts., 4th: 2pts, 5th: 1pt, and 6th 1/2pt. Champion: 10pts, Reserve Champion: 8pts.
Overnight Stall are No Longer Available. Day Stalls: $5 (You Clean / Front of Barn B ONLY)
If you would like to sponsor a class or volunteer, please contact The Farm House 864-457-3557
9am Start.... 9am Start....
TR&HC Ring
1. Walk, Trot U/S
2. Walk, Trot Eq.
3. Walk, Trot Pleasure
4. Walk, Trot Hunter Hack
5. Lead Line
6. Walk Alone
7. Walk Alone Eq.
9. Walk, Trot, Canter U/S
10. Walk, Trot, Canter Eq.
11. W/T/C Pleasure
12. W/T/C Hunter Hack
13. Crossrails Walk Trot
14. Crossrails Walk Trot
15. Crossrails Walk Trot U/S
16. Crossrails W/T/C
17. Crossrails W/T/C
18. Crossrails W/T/C U/S
48. Hopeful Jumpers 2'6"
49. Schooling Jumpers 2'9"
50. Jr./Am. Jumpers 3 '
Spencer Ring
25. Beginner Hunter 2' 17 & Under
26. Beginner Hunter 17 & Under
27. Beginner Hunter 17 & Under U/S
28. 17 & Under Equitation O/F 2'
29. 17 & under Eq. on Flat
30. Beginner Hunter 2' 18 & Over
31. Beginner Hunter 18 & Over
32. Beginner Hunter 18 & Over U/S
33. Pre Green 2' 3"
34. Pre Green
35. Pre Green U/S
36. Mini Hunter 2'3"
37. Mini Hunter
38. Mini Hunter U/S
39. Limit Hunter 2'6"
40. Limit Hunter
41. Limit Hunter U/S
42. Hopeful Hunter 2'9"
43. Hopeful Hunter
44. Hopeful Hunter U/S
45. Jr./Am. Eq. 3'
46. Jr./Am. Hunter
47. Jr./Am. Hunter U/S
19. Pre-Short Stirrup 18"
20. Pre-Short Stirrup
21. Pre-Short Stirrup U/S
Description:
http://www.eliteshowjumping.com/index.html
Description:
2008 Finally Farm Jumper Schooling Show Series
To be held at FenRidge Farm
700 Richmond Road, Mebane NC 27302
June 7th, August 9th, September 13th, November 22nd
~ Excellent Footing ~ Beautiful Jumps ~ Prize Money ~ Year End Awards ~
SHOW STARTS PROMPTLY AT 9:00 AM!
CLASS LIST
1. Beginner Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
2. Beginner Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
3. Add Back Beginner Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
4. Green Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
5. Green Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
6. Add Back Green Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
7. Hopeful Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
8. Hopeful Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
9. Add Back Hopeful Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
10. Training Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
11. Training Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
12. Add Back Training Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
13. Level 0 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
14. Level 0 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
15. Add Back Level 0 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
16. Level 1 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
17. Level 1 Jumper, Table II, Sec.2(c)
18. Add Back Level 1 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
19. Level 2 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
20. Level 2 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
21. Add Back Level 2 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
22. Level 3 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
23. Level 3 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
24. Add Back Level 3 Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
25. Open Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(b)
26. Open Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(c)
27. Add Back Open Jumper, Table II, Sec. 2(a)
CROSS COUNTRY SCHOOLING
In addition to the jumper show, there will be Cross Country Schooling available. Lots of fence variety, inviting water, ditches and banks! $30.00 pre entry/$45.00 post entry. For more information, please visit www.FenRidgeFarm.com
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Beginner Jumper: Open to riders in their first year of showing jumpers. Fences and spreads will not exceed 2. No combinations.
Green Jumper: Open to green horses or ponies and/or riders. Professionals allowed. Fences and spreads will not exceed 2. No combinations.
Hopeful Jumper: Open to all. Fences and spreads will not exceed 23. No combinations.
Training Jumper: Open to all. Fences and spreads will not exceed 26.
Level 0 Jumper: Open to all. Fences and spreads will not exceed 29.
Level 1 Jumper: Open to all. Fences will not exceed 3, spreads will not exceed 36.
Level 2 Jumper: Open to all. Fences will not exceed 33, spreads will not exceed 39.
Level 3 Jumper: Open to all. Fences will not exceed 36, spreads will not exceed 4.
Open Jumpers: Open to all. All fence heights and spreads offered at request above 36 will be judged together as one division. Management reserves the right to decline a fence height request if they feel it could become a safety issue (footing, lack of filler for fences, etc.).
INFORMATION AND REGULATIONS
QUESTIONS??? If you have questions, or would like a hardcopy version of the prize list sent to you, please call Lesley at: 919-280-8087 or email lesley@finallyfarmnc.com
SCHOOLING will be permitted in the ring on the morning of the show from 7:45 am to 8:45 am only. Warm up area/jumps available all day.
ENTRIES are $10.00 per class for all classes except the add-backs. Add-back classes are $20.00 each, and will pay out based on the number of entries as follows: 6+ entries pays $20, $15, $10, $8, $4, $3. 12+ entries pays $35, $30, $25, $15, $10, $5.
EMT A licensed EMT will be onsite from 7:30 am until the completion of each show. There will be a $15.00 Grounds/EMT fee per exhibitor.
NEGATIVE COGGINS is required of each horse on the show grounds. We will be checking every coggins as you drive onto the property. Horses without proof of a negative coggins will be turned away. NO EXCEPTIONS.
DOGS Please be respectful of exhibitors and management and keep your dog on a leash at all times.
THE MANAGEMENT reserves the right to reschedule, combine, close, add or delete any classes or change the announced officials as may be necessary and in the best interest of the show.
HELMETS must be worn by all riders while mounted on the show grounds. Juniors must have ASTM-SEI helmets. Adults are encouraged to wear ASTM-SEI helmets.
DIRECTIONS TO FENRIDGE FARM SHOW GROUNDS
From Interstate 40: Take Interstate 85 North to Exit #160, Efland. Turn Right at bottom of exit ramp (left if coming from Burlington or points west). Cross over railroad tracks and turn left. At the first stoplight (Hwy 70) turn left. Go one mile and turn right onto Richmond Road. Go 1/2 mile and turn left onto Gregg Street (looks residential, does not look like a farm!) Follow the gravel road all the way into the show grounds. PLEASE SEE NOTE ABOVE REGARDING COGGINS CHECK.
BASIC JUMPER RULES
Table II, Sec. 2(b): All clean first rounds stay in the ring and complete a timed jump off.
Table II, Sec.2(c): Power and Speed. If you complete the Power phase of the course without faults, you cross through the timers and continue onto the timed Speed phase. Those with faults in the Power phase do not complete the Speed phase of the course.
Table II, Sec. 2(a): All clean first rounds are invited back at the completion of all first rounds to complete a timed jump off.
*For both first rounds and jump off rounds, you have 45 seconds to cross the starting line from the time you are given an audible signal.
*4 FAULTS: Knockdown of obstacle or standard with any portion of horse, rider or equipment when jumping an obstacle.
*4 FAULTS: First disobedience anywhere on course. Refusals, steps backwards, loss of forward movement, and circles.
*ELIMINATION: Fall of horse or rider, second cumulative disobedience, taking more than 45 seconds to jump the first jump, jumping an obstacle before crossing the starting line, going off course, rider and/or horse leaving arena before finishing the course, excessive use of whip or spurs.
*Because this is a Schooling Jumper Show series, reasonable outside coaching is permitted from the gate. Management reserves the right to make a judgment call if it appears this courtesy is being abused, unsafe or unprofessional.
*If show management deems a horse unsound to compete/continue competing, a refund will be given for classes not completed. EMT/Grounds fee is non-refundable once an exhibitor has shown.
*Formal show attire is not required; however either tall boots or paddock boots and britches are required. Half chaps are permitted.
Lesley M. Jenks
Finally Farm, LLC
919-280-8087
lesley@finallyfarmnc.com
jezabellp@mindspring.com
www.finallyfarmnc.com
Description:
Farm and Ranch Expo Sponsor: Clemson Extension and Pickens County Cattleman's Association
Location: Main Arena and Cattle Complex
Date: 11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Time: 12:00-6:00pm Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm Sat., 1:00-5:00pm on Sunday
Admission: TBA
Contact: Harold Hupp 864-656-5161
Email: hhupp@clemson.edu
Description: Farmers, Landscapers, Cattleman, Horseman, etc. this is the Expo for you! There is something for every operation. Vendors from all over the Southeast will display goods and equipment forlawn care, to the operation of large pastures and crops. Livestock and pet care will also be included in the Expo. There will also be seminars on farm management, that will be announced at a later date. Live entertainment each afternoon. Great Family Fun!! More details will become available in the near future.THe Garrison Arena is a 1st class indoor facility with many amenities including a wonderful menu of food items and drinks. Come spend a day with your family!! Group rates are welcomed!! 864-656-5161
Description:
Western Carolina Horse Sale Sponsor:
Location: Main Arena
Date: 11/29/2008 - 11/29/2008
Time: 11:00 AM
Admission: Free to spectators
Contact: Shannon Winstead & Jason Littlefield Shannon 864-944--6200 or cell 864-710-4030 or Jason 864-703-7376
Email: info@westerncarolinahorsesale.com
Description: Quality horses for sale. Visit website www.westerncarolinahorsesale.com for more information. Consignment Fee:$85; Commission 8%; $25 for No Sale. Shannon 864-944--6200 or cell 864-710-4030 or Jason 864-703-7376
HALTER- POKER RIDE- Croft park
