2009 Williamsport Riding Club Children’s Show Series

May 23^th July 11^th & September 5^th 2009

May 23 – Wendy Soucy, Hamilton NY July 11^th – Lore Homer, Oreland PA Sept. 5^th – Joanne Bellion-Povenski, Quakertown PA

Michelle Nyberg, Oriskany Falls NY Denise Fuller, Montoursville PA

Show Chairman: Laura Heller

(570) 998-8023 or tracehillfarm@gmail.com

Website: www.lycoming.org/wrc

RING #1 Start Time 9:00 a.m.

1. Showmanship 10 & Under (English & Western)

2. Showmanship 11-14 (English & Western)

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Mission Statement

To provide a show series in which children equestrians of all ages and ability can advance his or her riding and driving skills in a competitive and supportive environment by fostering sportsmanship and horsemanship.

NEW FOR 2009!

· Walk-Halt Division

· Challenged Rider Division

Showmanship 15-18 (English & Western)

4. Lead line Showmanship (attendant may enter the arena)

5. Challenged Rider Showmanship

6. English Type Pony

7. English Type Horse

8. Stock Type Pony

9. Stock Type Horse

10. Western Lead line (walk-halt)

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**DAILY CHAMPIONSHIPS**

Western Lead line (walk-jog)

12. Western Lead line (walk-halt off the lead)

13. English Lead line (walk-halt)

14. English Lead line (walk-trot)

15. English Lead line (walk-halt off the lead)

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**GREAT YEAR- END AWARDS!!**

Walk-Halt Equitation

17. Walk-Halt Pleasure

18. Challenged Rider Equitation (walk-trot)

19. Challenged Rider Pleasure (walk-trot)

20. Open Driving Reinsmanship

21. Open Driving Working

22. Open Driving Timed Obstacles

RING #1 AND RING #2 RUN SIMUTANEOUSLY

OUTDOOR TRAIL CLASS OPENS-SEPARATE JUDGE

1A. Lead line Trail (English & Western)

2A. Walk-Halt Trail

3A. Challenged Rider Trail

4A. Walk-Trot/Jog Trail (Novice, Pee-wee & Mini Stirrup Riders)

5A. Open Trail (Jr., Sr., Short Stirrup & Long Stirrup)

RING #1 RING #2

23. Pee-wee Equitation 24. Pee-wee Pleasure 25. Western Novice Equitation 26. Western Novice Pleasure 27. Pee-wee Horsemanship 28. Western Novice Horsemanship ------------------Lunch Break------------------------------ 29. Junior Western Equitation 30. Junior Western Pleasure 31. Senior Western Equitation 32. Senior Western Pleasure 33. Junior Western Horsemanship 34. Senior Western Horsemanship 35. Western Grand Prix (walk-jog riders only) 36. Western Grand Prix (walk-jog-lope riders) 37. Keyhole (trot/jog riders only) 38. Keyhole (lope/canter riders) 39. Pole Bending (trot/jog riders only) 40. Pole Bending (lope/canter riders) 41. Clover Leaf (trot/jog riders only) 42. Clover Leaf (lope/canter riders) 43. Flag Race (trot/jog riders only) 44. Flag Race (canter/lope riders)

45. English Novice Equitation 46. English Novice Pleasure 47. Mini Stirrup Equitation 48. Mini Stirrup Pleasure 49. Cross-rail Equitation (Novice & Mini Stirrup only) 50. Cross-rail Hunter (Novice & Mini Stirrup only) ---------------------------Lunch Break-------------------------- 51. Short Stirrup Equitation 52. Short Stirrup Pleasure 53. Long Stirrup Equitation 54. Long Stirrup Pleasure 55. Cross-rail Equitation (Short & Long Stirrup) 56. Cross-rail Hunter (Short & Long Stirrup) 57. English Grand Prix (walk-trot riders only) 58. English Grand Prix (walk-trot-canter riders) 59. Hunt Seat Equitation 60. Hunter Under Saddle 61. Hunter Hack 62. Hunter Equitation Over Fences 63. Working Hunter

Definition of Divisions – All riders must 18 years of age or under as of January 1^st 2009 – EXCEPTION for the Challenged Rider Division (no age restriction).

**If a rider is showing in 2 divisions, the rider MUST specify PRIOR to competing what division they wish to accumulate points. If the rider does not specify OR begins showing without specifying, the higher division will automatically be counted.**

**Riders may only show in the Trail Class for the division in which they are accumulating points**

Lead line – (English and Western) Children 7 years of age and under as of January 1^st 2009. May show in Showmanship, Halter Lead line Trail and Walk-Halt classes.

Classes for Western Lead Line – 4, 8 or 9, 10, 11, 12, 1A

Classes for English Lead Line – 4, 6 or 7,13, 14, 15, 1A

Walk-Halt – (English and Western) Open to riders any riders 18 and under showing in either lead line, driving or any walk-trot division only. We ask that riders confident and/or seasoned in showing trot/jog classes refrain from entering this division. The purpose of these classes is to transition a rider from lead line, provide classes for children who are not quite ready to trot or to help a rider gain confidence after a set-back.

Classes for Division – Appropriate Showmanship(1-3), Appropriate Halter (6-9), 16, 17, 2A

Challenged Rider – (English & Western) Open to riders of any age who are unable to participate in other divisions without accommodations. Attendants are permitted to enter the arena with the competitor if needed.

Classes for Division - 5, Appropriate Halter (6-9), 18, 19, 3A

Pee-wee – Open to Western riders 10 years of age and under as of January 1^st 2009 (walk/jog only).

Classes for Division – 1, 8 or 9, 23, 24, 27, 35, 4A

Western Novice – Open to Western riders over 10 years of age in their 1^st and 2^nd year of showing. (walk/ jog only).

Classes for Division – 2 or 3, 8 or 9, 25, 26, 28, 35, 4A

Junior – Open to Western riders 11-14 years of age as of January 1^st 2009.

Classes for Division – 2, 8 or 9, 23, 24, 27, 34, 4A

Senior – Open to Western riders 15-18 years of age as of January 1^st 2009.

Classes for Division – 3, 8 or 9, 29, 30, 33, 36, 5A

English Novice – Open to English riders of any seat over 10 years of age in their 1^st and 2^nd year of showing. (walk/trot only).

Classes for Division – 2 or 3, 6 or 7, 45, 46, 57, 4A

Mini Stirrup – Open to English riders of any seat 10 years of age and under as of January 1^st 2009 (walk/trot only).

Classes for Division – 1, 6 or 7, 47, 48, 57, 4A

Short Stirrup – Open to English riders of any seat 10 years of age and under as of January 1^st 2009 (walk/trot/canter).

Classes for Division – 1, 6 or 7, 51, 52, 58, 5A

Long Stirrup – Open to English riders of any seat 11 -18 years of age as of January 1^st 2009 (walk/trot/canter).

Classes for Division – 2 or 3, 6 or 7, 53, 54, 58, 5A

Cross Rails – Open to English/Hunter riders.

Classes 48 & 49 are for riders keeping points in either the Mini Stirrup or English Novice divisions. Course will be 4-6

18” cross rails.

Classes 54 & 55 are for riders keeping points in Short or Long Stirrup divisions. Course will be 6-8 18” cross rails.

Riders showing the Hunter Division may also compete in the cross rail classes 54 & 55.

Hunter Division – (Horse and Pony – split if entries warrant) Open to riders of any age 18 and under as of January 1^st 2009.

Protective headgear must be worn by all riders in over fence classes

Hunter Hack – pony fence height 2’, horse fence height 2’6”

Fence height for Pony classes will not exceed 2’ 6”. (fence height may be set at 2’ for ponies 12.2 and under)

Fence height for Horse classes will not exceed 3’.

Pony height is defined as 14.2 hands and under for hunter classes

**Ponies may be measured at the discretion of the show committee and judge**

Classes for Division – 59, 60, 61, 62, 63

Open Driving – The open driving division is open to children drivers of any age. The appropriate Showmanship class, Halter class and classes #20, 21 & 22 are pointed for this division. Gloves, whip and apron/lap robe are required for all drivers.

Classes for Division – Appropriate Halter and Showmanship, 20, 21, 22

Open Gymkhana – This division is open to ALL CHILDREN RIDERS SHOWING ANY SEAT. Riders showing in walk-trot/jog classes for points are eligible to show in classes 37, 39, 41, 43. All other riders are eligible for classes 38, 40, 40, 42.

GRAND PRIX CLASSES

In the tradition of the term Grand Prix, meaning “Grand Prize”, the Grand Prix classes will be judged upon the suitability of the mount to the rider, way of going of the horse/pony and equitation. These classes are being offered in lieu of stakes classes in the spirit of a Children’s Show. Though money may not be awarded, special ribbons and prizes will be awarded in these classes. Riders may only show one Grand Prix Class.

The English/Western walk-trot (jog) classes (#35 and #57) are for riders showing in walk-trot (jog) classes for points.

All other riders are eligible for the respective English and Western classes #36 & #58.

COMBINATION, DIVISION AND CANCELLATION OF CLASSES

At the discretion of the show committee classes may be combined or divided as entries warrant. Under circumstances deemed unsafe by the show committee classes may be cancelled.

CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS FOR COMPETITORS

The WRC Children’s Show Series is meant to be a fun, family oriented and competitive environment for riders 18 and

under to demonstrate their horsemanship skills. Unsportsman like conduct will not be tolerated by competitors, trainers, parents and/or spectators. This includes but is not limited to the mishandling of an equine and unacceptable language.

If unsportsman-like conduct is observed, the competitor may be asked to leave the grounds and forfeit any and all

entry fees. Trainers, parents and spectators displaying such behavior will be asked to vacate the premises.

ENTRY FEES

All entries will be charged a $5.00 number fee. This is refundable upon return of the number at the conclusion of showing. A new number will be issued for every horse/rider/division combination. A $5.00 Grounds fee will be applied to each entry except to 2009 WRC members. Pre-entries must provide a photocopy of the membership card with the pre-entry form. Once a photocopy is on record it does not need to be resubmitted for subsequent shows. Post-entries must present membership card at the Secretary’s Stand.

The Pre-entry fee is $5 per class.. The $5.00 office fee will also be waived with pre-entry (see attached entry form).

Pre-entries for the May 23^th show must be postmarked by 5/16. Pre-entries for the July 11^th show must be postmarked by 7/3. Pre-entries for the September 5^th show must be postmarked by 8/29.

Pre-entry fees will only be reimbursed with a doctors/vet excuse prior to the beginning of the show.

Post-Entry Fees are $7.00 per class. A $5.00 Office Fee will also be required.

Year-end Awards

Points will be awarded in the following divisions:

WESTERN ENGLISH OPEN

Lead line Lead line Driving

Novice Novice Gymkhana (trot/jog)

Pee-wee Mini Stirrup Gymkhana (canter/lope)

Junior Short Stirrup Walk-Halt

Senior Long Stirrup Challenged Rider

Cross Rails Overall High Point Horse

Hunter Overall High Point Pony

Daily Championships

WESTERN ENGLISH OPEN

Lead line Lead line Driving

Novice Novice Gymkhana (trot/jog)

Pee-wee Mini Stirrup Gymkhana (canter/lope)

Junior Short Stirrup Walk-Halt

Senior Long Stirrup Challenged Rider

Cross Rails

Hunter

ACCUMULATION OF POINTS

Each rider/driver in a class will be awarded one point for entering and exhibiting in the class regardless of placing. These points will count toward the year-end awards. Points will be calculated for all three shows, however only points from two shows are eligible for year-end awards. Riders/Drivers competing in all three shows will automatically drop their lowest point accumulation.

Points for placing will be as follows: 1^st = 6 pts 2^nd = 5pts 3^rd = 4 pts 4^th = 3 pts 5^th = 2 pts 6^th = 1pt

If a division is not full (6 riders/drivers) points will be awarded based on the number of participants.

Ex. If there are 4 riders, 1^st place will be awarded 4 pts, 2^nd 3 pts etc.