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1 G&M Riding Club 2015 Show Committee 2015 G&M Riding Club r4

2 2015 G&M Riding Club

3 Contents Horse Show Rules and Regulations... 1 Horse Show Divisions... 3 Open All Breed Halter (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award)... 3 English Walk/Trot (a year-end championship division)... 3 Short/Long Stirrup (a year-end championship division)... 3 Cross Rail Hunter (a year-end championship division)... 4 Novice English Rider (a year-end championship division)... 4 Schooling Hunter (a year-end championship division)... 4 Junior English (a year-end championship division)... 5 Open English Division (does NOT qualify for day of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award)... 5 Combined Leadline (7 & under) (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award)... 5 Beginner Western (a year-end championship division)... 6 Children (13 & under) (a year-end championship division)... 6 Junior (18 & under) (a year-end championship division)... 6 Novice Western Rider (a year-end championship division)... 6 Green Western Horse (a year-end championship division)... 7 Adult (19 & over) (a year-end championship division)... 7 Open Western (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award)... 7 Orange County Horse and Farm Center (OCHFC Benefit) (does NOT qualify for day of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award)... 8 Class Descriptions... 9 Crossrails... 9 Fitting and Showmanship (F&S)... 9 Halter G&M Riding Club r4

4 Horsemanship/Equitation... 9 Over Fences... 9 Pattern... 9 Pleasure... 9 Road Hack... 9 Trail Gymkhana Rules Gymkhana Divisions Leadline (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Walk/Jog (a year-end championship division) Walk/Jog/Lope (a year-end championship division) Junior (a year-end championship division) Senior (a year-end championship division) Open (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Orange County Horse and Farm Center (OCHFC Benefit) (does NOT qualify for day of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Awards Membership Year-End Championship High-Point Trainer Open Show High-Point Trainer Gymkhana Lucille Cox Excellence Award Kathy Croak Memorial Scholarship New York State Fair Team to Represent G&M Riding Club G&M Team Challenge G&M Riding Club

5 Horse Show Rules and Regulations Wherever feasible this horse show will be operated in accordance with the current rules of the USEF (U.S. Equestrian Federation). 1. The Show Committee, G&M Riding Club, Inc. and Orange County Park will not be responsible for any accidents, injuries or damages which may occur to any person, animal, property or mode of transportation at the show, nor for the loss or destruction of any article of any nature whatsoever. 2. Health requirements: Coggins test and proof of rabies vaccination via a vet certificate or letter dated within 12 months of event date are mandatory and have to be submitted at time of registration. No exceptions! 3. Championship points are accumulated on the SAME HORSE/RIDER COMBINATION. Riders must compete in 2 shows to be eligible for points to count towards year-end awards. 4. All horses must be serviceably sound and free from contagious disease. Any horse not serviceably sound will be excused at the judge or committee's discretion. 5. The judges and committee reserve the right to dismiss any unruly horses, exhibitors or spectators from the show grounds. No racing or fast riding will be permitted on the grounds. No bicycle riding allowed in or around the horse arenas or barn area. Exhibitors must observe all park rules. 6. Horses are not permitted in the refreshment area. No spectators near the entrance gates. No sitting on the arena rail. 7. Any class or division with less than (4) four entries may be cancelled or combined at the discretion of the committee. The show committee reserves the right to close a class. If a class is held with only (1) one entry (exhibitor request) a ribbon will be awarded but NO points will be given. If an entire division is run with only (1) one entry, no Day of Champion ribbon will be awarded. 8. In case a horse or pony is entered and not exhibited, the fee will be forfeited, except in the case of illness or injury. Vet certificate or doctors note required for a refund, subject to a $15 office handling fee. All refunds will be made by mail. If an entry is scratched due to weather, entry fees will be returned minus the office fee and EMT fee. Open Show English & Western 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 1

6 Open Show English & Western 9. No alcoholic beverages allowed on the grounds. 10. No stallions may be shown by Novice or Junior riders. 11. All riders must be neatly and suitably dressed in appropriate attire for the class entered (all divisions). ASTM approved safety helmets are recommended for all riders but is mandatory for riders under the age of 18. Helmets must be fitted properly. No riders will be penalized for wearing a helmet. 12. A parent or legal guardian must sign entry release forms or the child will not be allowed to ride. All adults must sign their own entry release forms. 13. No boots, bell boots or martingales are permitted in Hunter flat or pleasure classes. Martingales are allowed in over fences only. 14. When rings are not in use, schooling will be allowed. Warm up time will be scheduled and announced. An ASTM approved safety helmet is required to be worn when schooling, competing, or riding on the grounds. Schooling for jumps printed in the schedule. For safety purposes all "traffic flow" during schooling breaks will be governed by the G&M staff in the booth a/o in the ring. All commands to be strictly enforced or riders will be excused and their entry fees forfeited. 15. Any checks returned as non-negotiable will be subject to a $25 returned check fee. 16. Birth certificate or other suitable proof of age is required for all riders in the Walk/Trot, Children s, Short Stirrup and Junior Divisions. 17. Riders entering classes in which they are not eligible to compete will be dismissed and their entry fee forfeited. (For example: if you have cantered at any show you may not enter Walk/Trot classes at this show.) 18. Should any question or dispute arise not provided for in the foregoing, the same shall be referred to the Horse Show Committee, whose decision shall be final. 19. All decisions of the judge are final. 20. Show ring will open at 7:00 am for schooling. 21. Advance class calls will be made. The in-gate will close 2 minutes after the first horse enters the ring for a class. Entry fee will be forfeited for missed classes. It is the exhibitor's responsibility to be prepared for all classes G&M Riding Club P a g e 2

7 22. All exhibitors are asked to clean after themselves. G&M Riding Club reserves the right to add, cancel, or combine classes. Horse Show Divisions Any year-end championship class with 9 or more riders in the class will get double pointed. Open All Breed Halter (does NOT qualify for day-of or yearend Champion/Reserve Champion award) Open All Breed Halter English Walk/Trot (a year-end championship division) Open Show English & Western Limited to riders who have not reached 14 th birthday as of January 1 st, Riders may not have competed in any W/T/C classes at any show. Not eligible for any other divisions with the exception of Beginner Western. English W/T F&S English W/T Equitation English W/T Pleasure English W/T Ground Poles English W/T Ground Poles Short/Long Stirrup (a year-end championship division) Short Stirrup is limited to riders who have not reached 14 th birthday as of January 1 st, Riders older than 14 can compete in Long Stirrups. If entries warrant, classes will be split into two separate divisions. If you have jumped higher than 18 Cross Rail at any show you cannot compete in this division. Can cross enter into Cross Rail Hunter division if class requirements are met. Trotting on course will be penalized. Short/Long Stirrup F&S Short/Long Stirrup Equitation Short/Long Stirrup Pleasure Short/Long Stirrup Cross-Rails 18 Short/Long Stirrup Cross-Rails G&M Riding Club P a g e 3

8 Open Show English & Western Cross Rail Hunter (a year-end championship division) Open to all Amateur and Junior riders. Division is judged on the horse and is designed as a comfort and confidence builder for horses and riders who are either green; new to the sport and/or their horse; started riding later in life, or for various reasons have taken a hiatus from riding. Riders may remain in this Division until they feel safe and ready to progress into another division. Cantering may be split into small groups if warranted. Trotting courses will not be penalized. Cross Rail Hunter W/T Cross Rail Hunter W/T/C Cross Rail Hunter 18 Cross Rail Hunter 18 Novice English Rider (a year-end championship division) Limited to RIDERS who have never in their show career won 3 blue ribbons in the following or equivalent classes. If you have won 2 day of championships or a year-end championship you are not eligible to compete in the Novice Divisions even if you did not obtain 3 blue ribbons in every class offered. However, those who start the year in the Novice Division will be allowed to finish the year in that division even if they win 3 blue ribbons in a given class. Novice English Rider Equitation Novice English Rider U/S Novice English Rider 2 O/F Novice English Rider 2 O/F Schooling Hunter (a year-end championship division) Open to all horses and riders. Fences not to exceed 2'3. This horse and rider combination may cross enter into Novice Rider (if eligible), Junior or Open divisions. This same horse may be ridden by other exhibitors as eligible in Walk/Trot, Short/Long Stirrup or Novice Rider Divisions. Not penalized for trotting corners. Schooling Hunter U/S Schooling Hunter Road Hack Schooling Hunter 2 3 O/F 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 4

9 Schooling Hunter 2 3 O/F Junior English (a year-end championship division) Limited to riders who have not reached 19 th birthday as of January 1 st, Jr. English Equitation Jr. English Road Hack Jr. English Rider 2 6 O/F Jr. English Rider 2 6 O/F Open English Division (does NOT qualify for day of or yearend Champion/Reserve Champion award) Open Show English & Western Open to all Horses and riders from Novice and up. Fences not to exceed 2. Fence course may include bending lines, rollbacks, trot fences and oxer. Entry fee: $15. Payback: 70%. Up to 15 riders; 1 st 50%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20% riders: 1 st 40%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20%, 4 th 10%. 20+ riders: 1 st 40%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20%, 4 th 5%, 5 th 5%. Open English Equitation Derby Stakes over Fences payback class Open English Pleasure A payback class Open English Pleasure B payback class Open English Equitation on the Flat payback class Combined Leadline (7 & under) (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Open to all riders 7 years and under or special needs/therapeutic riders. Judged on seat and hands, To be led by an adult. Riders in this division may not compete in any other division. Must wear an approved ASTM helmet. A "participation award" will be presented to each eligible member at the annual banquet. Combined Leadline (7 & under) Walk Combined Leadline (7 & under) W/J Combined Leadline (7 & under) Pattern 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 5

10 Open Show English & Western Beginner Western (a year-end championship division) Limited to riders of any age who have not cantered in any show. If you win a year-end championship, you must move up. Beginner Western F&S Beginner W/J Trail Beginner W/J Horsemanship Beginner W/J Pattern Children (13 & under) (a year-end championship division) Limited to riders who have not reached 14 th birthday as of January 1 st, Children (13 & under) Western F&S Children (13 & under) Trail Children (13 & under) Western Horsemanship Children (13 & under) Western Pleasure Junior (18 & under) (a year-end championship division) Limited to riders who have not reached 19 th birthday as of January 1 st, Junior (18 & under) Western F&S Junior (18 & under) Trail Junior (18 & under) Western Horsemanship Junior (18 & under) Western Pleasure Junior (18 & under) Western Road Hack Novice Western Rider (a year-end championship division) Limited to RIDERS who have never during their show career won (3) three blue ribbons in the following or equivalent classes: Fitting and Showmanship, Trail, Pattern and Horsemanship. If you have won (2) two day of championships or a year-end championship you are not eligible to compete in the Novice Divisions, even if you did not obtain (3) three blue ribbons in every class offered. However, those who start the year in the Novice Division will be allowed to finish the year in that division even if they win (3) three blue ribbons in a given class. If you enter and are found not eligible, all points will be 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 6

11 forfeited. If in doubt, please check with the show office prior to entering this division. Novice Western Rider F&S Novice Western Rider Trail Novice Western Rider Pattern Novice Western Horsemanship Green Western Horse (a year-end championship division) Open to HORSES of any age who have two or less years of show experience under saddle. W/J/C division. Green Western Horse Trail Green Western Horse Pleasure Green Western Horse Pattern Green Western Horse Road Hack Open Show English & Western Adult (19 & over) (a year-end championship division) Limited to riders 19 year of age or older. Adult (19 & over) F&S Adult (19 & over) Trail Adult (19 & over) Pleasure Combined Adult (19 & over) Pattern Combined Open Western (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Open to all W/J/C riders. Entry fee: $15. Payback: 70%. Up to 15 riders; 1 st 50%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20% riders: 1 st 40%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20%, 4 th 10%. 20+ riders: 1 st 40%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20%, 4 th 5%, 5 th 5%. Open Western F&S - payback class Open Western Trail - payback class Open Western Horsemanship - payback class Open Western Pleasure - payback class Open Western Road Hack - payback class 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 7

12 Open Show English & Western Orange County Horse and Farm Center (OCHFC Benefit) (does NOT qualify for day of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) The following classes will be offered at G&M Shows & Gymkhanas for the 2015 Show Season. All proceeds go to the Orange County Horse and Farm Center (a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) organization). Minimum of three riders to fill for points. Maximum of three riders on same horse per season OCHFC Benefit Handy Hunter Judged on a course of 8 fences, may include natural objects such as trees, logs, bay bales and shrubbery. Course must include trot fence and rider asked to mount, dismount or both. May be asked to band gallop, halt and/or back. Trot fence height not to exceed 2'. Maximum of 3 riders over season may ride same horse (1 rider per class). OCHFC Benefit English Pleasure To be judged as classic pleasure class. May be asked to halt, back, hand gallop or dismount. OCHFC Benefit Western Horsemanship Open to riders or all ages who can exhibit at the walk, jog and lope. The judge may ask for an extended jog or hand gallop. To be judged on seat, hands and overall performance. May be required to perform an individual pattern. OCHFC Benefit Western Pleasure Open to riders or all ages who can exhibit at all required gaits. To be judged as a classic pleasure class. May be asked to halt, back, hand gallop or dismount. Exhibitors wishing to participate in the OCHFC year-end Awards program must pay a $10 year-end nomination fee. Benefit class entry fees are $25 or $20 if the exhibitor is a member of OCHFC. For more details on the program and application forms, please visit their web: G&M Riding Club P a g e 8

13 Class Descriptions Crossrails Individual class course to be posted by the English booth. Fitting and Showmanship (F&S) To be shown in halter or bridle. Judged on finish, presentation and showmanship. Confirmation does not count. Halter To be shown in halter. Judged on confirmation. Open Show English & Western Horsemanship/Equitation To be judged at a walk, jog/trot, lope/canter (as appropriate to individual class) both ways of the ring. To perform at the discretion of the judge. To be judged on seat, hands and overall performance. Over Fences Individual class courses to be posted by the English booth. If the horse is being judged: on performance, soundness and suitability to purpose. If the rider is being judged: on seat, hands and overall performance. Pattern To perform a designated pattern at required gaits. IF the horse is being judged: on manners and performance. If the rider is being judged: on seat, hands and accuracy in completing the pattern. Pleasure To be shown at a walk, jog/trot, lope/canter (as appropriate to individual class) both ways of the ring. To be judged on manners, performance and suitability to purpose. Road Hack 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 9

14 Open Show English & Western To be shown at a walk, jog/trot, extended trot, lope/canter and hand gallop. To stand quietly and back readily. Emphasis shall be placed on suitability and purpose. Trail To complete a designed course. Three attempts at obstacle, then move on to next obstacle G&M Riding Club P a g e 10

15 Gymkhana Rules 1. The Gymkhana Committee, G&M Riding Club, Inc. and Orange County Park, will not be responsible for any accident which may occur to any rider, driver, groom, spectator, animal or carriage at the show, nor for the loss or destruction of any article of any nature whatsoever. 2. In case a horse or pony is entered and not exhibited, the fee will be forfeited, except in the case of illness or injury. Vet certificate or doctor's note required for a ref und, subject to a $15 office handling fee. All Refunds will be made by mail. 3. Negative Coggins and Rabies Certificate dated within one year of the event are mandatory. 4. All riders must wear appropriate clothing to include long pants, shirt, heeled boots or approved riding sneakers. T-shirts and sleeve-less shirts are acceptable. No belly shirts, halter or tank tops. 5. ASTM approved riding helmets recommended for every participant but required for all riders under 18 years old as of 1/1/2015. Helmets must be worn and correctly fitted and secured whenever the rider is mounted. No Exceptions. G&M will not supply or fit helmets. 6. No artificial aids to keep rider on the horse or feet in the stirrups will be permitted. 7. Unsound horses will be disqualified at the discretion of the Gymkhana Committee. 8. The Gymkhana Committee will dismiss any unruly horses, riders or spectators from the premises. Abusive language or behavior will not be tolerated under any circumstances. 9. No alcoholic beverages will be permitted on the premises. 10. Three-stride rule for Walk/Trot will be enforced. 5 seconds will be added each time a jog is broken (more than 3 strides at a lope). 11. Points will be awarded for the same horse/rider combination. Divisions are based on the rider's ability, not the horse's, including those classes that have an age requirement. 12. Release forms must be signed by all riders and a parent if under 18 years old. All adults must sign their own entry forms. 13. Running in the gate is optional for all divisions. Gymkhana 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 11

16 Gymkhana 14. Re-runs for timer failure or equipment breakage to include bit, reins, girth or bridle. No reruns for improper fitted equipment. 15. Penalties: a. Five seconds for each obstacle knocked over. b. Off course for any class is a No Time. c. Attempts must be made at all obstacles such as poles, etc. or no time will be given. 16. No horses will be permitted in the refreshment area. 17. Only seniors may ride stallions. 18. Aids such as tie downs and martingales only are accepted. 19. Equipment should always fit the rider and horse. 20. For points to count towards year-end awards, riders must be G&M Members and must participate in at least 2 events and must compete in more than ½ of the classes offered in the division. 21. Excessive use of spurs, crops or over-unders will not be tolerated. 22. Any forms to be verified for points for any other organization must be presented to the committee befor the event. The form will be completed and returned to the participant within 7-10 days. 23. Horses refusing to enter the arena may ask for assistance, 3 rd time refusal may result in disqualification from the class. 24. In the case of any disputes, the decision of the Gymkhana Committee shall be final 25. Spotters may be allowed in a division after you have completed your official pointed run for that division. 26. Exhibition runs are available at a discounted rate. 27. Gymkhana point system will be All Gymkhanas are governed by G&M Riding Club Show Rules G&M Riding Club P a g e 12

17 Gymkhana Divisions Leadline (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Open to children ages 2-7. Equipment should fit the rider. Reins should be in the rider's hands, if possible. An adult should lead the mount and another person assist the rider. Reduced entry fee of $5 member/$10 non-member. Each exhibitor will receive a dollar coin for completing the class. A "participation award" will be presented to each eligible member at the annual banquet. Sox in a Box Crawl through the Barrel Barrel Dash Cloverleaf Barrels Navajo Blanket Walk/Jog (a year-end championship division) Open to beginning riders who have not exceeded a walk or trot. Riding at a faster gait in the practice ring will disqualify a rider from the division. A spotter may be in the arena (behind the timer) to guide the rider through the event. Five second penalty if spotter makes contact with either mount or rider. Barrel Dash Cloverleaf Barrels Navajo Blanket Pole Bending Big T Lime Keyhole Gymkhana Walk/Jog/Lope (a year-end championship division) Open to riders of any age who can safely navigate a complete course at a Walk, Trot/Jog or Canter/Lope. Ten second penalty for galloping. Barrel Dash Cloverleaf Barrels 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 13

18 Navajo Blanket Pole Bending Big T Surprise Class Lime Keyhole Junior (a year-end championship division) Riders who have not reached their 19 th birthday as of 1/1/2015. Barrel Dash Cloverleaf Barrels Navajo Blanket Pole Bending Big T Surprise Class Lime Keyhole Senior (a year-end championship division) Riders who are 19 years or older as of 1/1/2015. Open (does NOT qualify for day-of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) Gymkhana Open to all riders at all gaits. This is a payback division. Entry fee: $10. Payback: 70%. Up to 15 riders; 1 st 50%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20% riders: 1 st 40%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20%, 4 th 10%. 20+ riders: 1 st 40%, 2 nd 30%, 3 rd 20%, 4 th 5%, 5 th 5%. Barrel Dash Cloverleaf Barrels Navajo Blanket Pole Bending Big T Surprise Class Lime Keyhole 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 14

19 Orange County Horse and Farm Center (OCHFC Benefit) (does NOT qualify for day of or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion award) The following classes will be offered at G&M Shows & Gymkhanas for the 2015 Show Season. All proceeds go to the Orange County Horse and Farm Center (a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) organization). Minimum of three riders to fill for points. Maximum of three riders on same horse per season OCHFC Benefit Cloverleaf Barrels Riders must start and end at timer line. Pattern will be classic cloverleaf barrel pattern. Time will determine winner, may be called back to re-run barrels in case of tie. OCHFC Benefit Pole Bending Riders must start and end at timer line. Pattern will be classic Pole Bending pattern. Time will determine winner, may be called back to re-run poles in case of tie. Exhibitors wishing to participate in the OCHFC year-end Awards program must pay a $10 year-end nomination fee. Benefit class entry fees are $25 or $20 if the exhibitor is a member of OCHFC. For more details on the program and application forms, please visit their web: Gymkhana 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 15

20 Awards Membership Year-End Championship Cumulative point system for year-end awards point value: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Riders must participate in at least (2) two shows in each division for points to count towards year-end championships and must fulfill their membership requirements by the October meeting. Rider must enter more than half of the classes in a division to be eligible for Day-of Champion/Reserve Champion and/or year-end Champion/Reserve Champion awards. Year-end divisions with less than four entries will be pro-rated. Open show exhibitors must submit ad/sponsorship info by 7/17/2015 and Gymkhana exhibitors by 9/4/2015, otherwise fee will be doubled. High-Point Trainer Open Show To be awarded to the trainer whose riders accumulate the most points during the 2015 G&M Riding Club open shows. High-Point Trainer Gymkhana To be awarded to the trainer whose riders accumulate the most points during the 2015 G&M Riding Club Gymkhanas. Lucille Cox Excellence Award This award is presented to an active junior member who displays outstanding community spirit, merit and volunteerism. Kathy Croak Memorial Scholarship $1000 Scholarship awarded to a graduating senior who is going to college, vo-tech school, joining the US Military or other public service. New York State Fair Team to Represent G&M Riding Club $1000 available for up to four members to attend the annual New York State Fair in August. Awards Visit our website at for information on eligibility and application forms G&M Riding Club P a g e 16

21 G&M Team Challenge To promote team work and camaraderie between riders of all levels and all disciplines. Teams will be made up of 3 to 5 G&M members, from a barn or group of friends. Team members can be from any division/level. For open show teams, members may be made up of both English and western riders. Information on the three team member s and the class they ride in for points has to be submitted to the show secretary before the start of each show or Gymkhana event. Points to be awarded as follows: Placing Class Entries 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Please visit our website at for complete description of rules and team entry form. Awards 2015 G&M Riding Club P a g e 17