Meadow Wood. Dressage Series Opener. May 19 20, 2017 MEADOW WOOD EQUESTRIAN CENTER. USEF-Licensed/USDF-Recognized USEF/USDF # ODS Approved

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1 MEADOW WOOD EQUESTRIAN CENTER Meadow Wood Dressage Series Opener May 19 20, 2017 USEF-Licensed/USDF-Recognized USEF/USDF # ODS Approved 2017 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Championship Qualifying Official Qualifying Competition for the 2017 Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North; the 2017 Children Dressage National Championship; the 2017 USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship; and the 2017 AGCO/USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships. Official Qualifying Competition for the 2017 USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championships. Entries Open: April 3, 2017 Entries Close: May 5, 2017 Meadow Wood Equestrian Center Sky Meadows Ln, Snohomish WA

2 Meadow Wood Dressage Series Opener May 19-20, 2017 Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, Snohomish WA USEF-Licensed/USDF-Recognized USEF/USDF # Great American Insurance Group/ USDF Regional Championship Qualifying Entries Open: April 3, 2017 Entries Close: May 5, 2017 Officials Judges: USEF Technical Delegate: Veterinarian On Call: Farrier On Call: Photographer: Videographer: Concessions Provided By: Competition Manager: Competition Secretary: Paula Lacy, S, Arcata CA Janet L Hannon, S, Arvada CO Eva-Maria Adolphi, r/dressage TD, Bluffdale UT Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital nd St SE, Snohomish, WA Hour Emergency Phone No: Olympic Forge David J Barron, CJF (425) Holly Casner, The Equestrian Photographer Emily Jo Photography Brief Encounters Susan Luttermoser, Duvall WA Bonnie Hammond, Redmond WA Mail entries to: Facility: Bonnie Hammond Meadow Wood Equestrian Center nd Ave NE Sky Meadows Ln Redmond WA Snohomish WA bonnie@meadowwoodec.com Licensee/CEO: David Remlinger MWEC Dressage Advisory Board: Mike Akers Heather Bunn Matt Eagan Lorrie Truess Nancy Benton Laura Rising

3 Tentative Class Schedule Class Name * indicates GAIG/USDF Regional Qualifying class Friday Saturday # indicates USEF Nationals Qualifying class Class GAIG Class No. Class No. & indicates NAJYRC Qualifying class Fee Q Fee Training Level TOC*(Training 3 may be ridden as GAIG Qualifier) $45 $ Training Level Test 3* $45 $ First Level TOC* (First 3 may be ridden as GAIG Qualifier) $45 $ First Level Test 3* $45 $ Second Level TOC* (Second 3 may be ridden as GAIG Qualifier) $45 $ Second Level Test 3* (Class 205 is Dover Medal for AA) $45 $ Third Level TOC* (Third 3 may be ridden as GAIG Qualifier) $45 $ Third Level Test 3* $45 $ Fourth Level TOC* (Fourth 3 may be ridden as GAIG Qualifier) $45 $ Fourth Level Test 3* $45 $ FEI Prix St Georges* $55 $ FEI Intermediate I* $55 $ FEI Intermediate II* $55 $ FEI Grand Prix* $55 $ USDF Musical Freestyle TOC* $55 $ FEI Musical Freestyle TOC* $55 $ Dressage Seat Equitation $ Materiale Three Year Old Fillies $ Materiale Three Year Old Colts and Geldings $ Materiale Four & Five Year Old Mares $ Materiale Four & Five Year Old Colts and Geldings $ USEF Rider Test Training Level $ USEF Rider Test First Level $ USEF Rider Test Second Level $ Opportunity Class Training Level Test 1 $ Opportunity Class Training Level Test 2 $ FEI Pony Team Test # $ FEI Pony Individual Test # $ FEI Children Team Test # $ FEI Children Individual Test # $ FEI Junior Team Test * # & $65 $ FEI Junior Individual Test # & $ FEI Junior Freestyle Test # & $ FEI Young Rider Team Test * # & $65 $ FEI Young Rider Individual Test # & $ FEI Young Rider Freestyle Test # & $ USEF Four-Year-Old Test # $ FEI Five-Year-Old Preliminary Test $ FEI Five-Year-Old Final Test # $ FEI Six-Year-Old Preliminary Test $ FEI Six-Year-Old Final Test # $ USEF Developing PSG Test (7 9 year olds) # $ USEF Developing Grand Prix Test (8 10 year olds) # $65 Training Level Freestyle may not be ridden as qualifying for the GAIG/USDF Regional Championships Divisions (JrYR, AA, Open) will be combined into a single class, but each division will be placed separately and prizes/ribbons awarded accordingly.

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5 Dressage Opportunities Beyond the Traditional... USEF Rider Tests Scoring well on a Rider Test is far less dependent on the quality of your horse and much more dependent on your skills as a rider. Rider Tests are similar to standard dressage tests, but contain more challenging sequences, requiring greater accuracy and quicker responses. Movements that best show the rider s aids are often placed so that the judge at C has a good view of the interaction between horse and rider. The emphasis is on what the rider is doing rather than on the horse s natural talent. Rider Tests offered at this show on both days are: USEF Rider Test Training Level (Class 131 or 231) USEF Rider Test First Level (Class 132 or 232) USEF Rider Test Second Level (Class 133 or 233) Opportunity Classes Recognized horse shows are expensive! Opportunity Classes offer entry level riders the opportunity to compete at a recognized show and test the waters without the expense of having to join the USEF and the USDF. Opportunity Classes offered at this show are: Friday: 134 Opportunity Class Training Level Test 1 Saturday: 234 Opportunity Class Training Level Test 2 Note: No cross entry between Opportunity Classes and other classes at this show.

6 Entries, Definitions, and Requirements All horses entering the showgrounds of a USEF licensed competition MUST be accompanied by documentation showing vaccinations for Equine Influenza Virus and Equine Herpes Virus (Rhinopneumonitis) within 6 months. This is mandatory for every horse entry. See USEF rule GR845 for acceptable forms of documentation. Entries: Observe opening and closing dates published on title page. Entries received before the opening date will be penalized. Telephone entries will not be accepted. Entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until available ride times are filled. Subsequent entries will be wait listed. Only one horse rider combination per entry form. All entries received by closing date will be confirmed via . Please contact the Show Secretary if you have not received a confirmation by one week after closing date. No entry will be accepted without payment of fees. All information and signatures must be clearly legible. All competitors, by completing their entry, acknowledge and attest that they have read and understood all terms of these rules, wherever listed in this prize list. Management may deny entry to any competitor if the competitor has outstanding debt to the sponsoring organization. USEF Membership Statement (GR901.9): 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 Show Pass 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. An entry is not complete without full payment, proper signatures, and proof of all required memberships and horse enrollments. No entry is valid without full payment; additionally, management has the right to refuse entries that are in any way incomplete. Minor Exhibitors: No entry from a minor (age 17 or younger) will be accepted unless it is signed by a parent or legal guardian. The signature of an instructor, agent, or other unrelated person will NOT be accepted. Trainer vs Coach: A Trainer is defined by the USEF as the person 18 or over who is responsible for the horse while it is on the showgrounds. USEF requires a trainer for each entry. A Coach is the person who gets paid to help the rider with the horse on the show grounds. A coach is not required. If a parent or legal guardian listed on the entry form as the Trainer (i.e., the adult responsible for the horse) they are not required to pay non-member fees.

7 Two ways to enter and pay entry fees: 1) Paper Entry Form / Pay by Check Use the entry form provided at the end of this prize list. Entries must be post marked by the closing date and include all entry fees paid in full. Make checks payable to Meadow Wood Equestrian Center. Proof of registrations/memberships must be provided with each paper entry. All signatures must be present and signed in ink. Separate signatures are required for Rider, Owner, and Trainer, even if they are the same person. 2) Online Entry / Pay by Credit Card Credit cards are required if registering online. To pay with a credit card, you must use online entry. Please visit for online entry. Online entries will close at midnight on entry closing date. Late Entries: Entries postmarked after the closing date must include a $35 late entry fee and will be accepted if space is available. Post Entries: Management reserves the right to accept post entries if space allows or in case of cancellation. Post entry fee is $10.00 per class. All post entries must be mailed with a check. Waiting List: A waiting list will be established once all ride times have been filled. Horses will be moved into the show based on wait list order prior to scheduling. After the show has been timed, show secretary will work wait list horses into the show based on the best fit with the schedule. Those who choose to remain on the waiting list but do not get into the show will have their entry check destroyed or online entry fees refunded and no fees will be assessed. Horses Not Competing: Non-showing horses will be allowed on the grounds as space allows. The owner must submit an entry form, pay office, stall, and non-competing horse fees and meet all health requirements. Horses will be given a number to be worn at all times outside of the stall. Any person(s) riding a non-showing horse must have signed an official entry blank and/or release form. All fees must be paid and information supplied before receiving your bridle number and packet.

8 Entry Requirements Amateur (AA) Classes: Riders entering amateur (AA) classes will need to provide proof of amateur status with entry. Because this is a USEF recognized show, the only acceptable proof of amateur status is a USEF Amateur card. Please see for more information on obtaining an amateur card. Riders who do not provide proof of amateur status will be placed in the Open division. Junior/Young Rider Classes (JrYR): Riders are eligible to compete in these classes until the end of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 21. Great American Qualifying Classes: At each level, the highest test of that level may be designated a Qualifying ( Q ) class for the rider upon entry. There is an extra $10 fee. A rider s score from a Qualifying class can then be used to establish eligibility to compete at that level in the 2017 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Championships. Effective December 1, 2016: Horse/rider combinations may enter more than one qualifying test, and one qualifying freestyle, at each level per day as Great American/USDF qualifying. (USEF DR127.4) Please indicate that you want the class to count for qualifying by placing a Q after the class number on your entry. Qualifying does not require a separate ride. An exhibitor riding in the Open, Adult Amateur, or Junior/Young Rider classes must pay an additional $10.00 USDF fee to have this score entered in the Great American/USDF qualifying division at that level. Membership/Registration Requirements for GAIG/USDF Qualifying Classes: Riders must be current USDF Participating Members & USEF Junior, Senior, or Lifetime Members in good standing. Group (GMO) Memberships are not eligible. Horses must be USDF Lifetime Registered and USEF Annual or Lifetime Recorded. Horses with only an HID are not eligible. Owners must be current USDF Participating or Business members & USEF Junior, Senior, or Lifetime Members in good standing. For current Great American/USDF Championship requirements, go to Test Of Choice (TOC) Classes: Horse may be ridden only once in each Test of Choice class. If no test choice is specified on the entry form, management will assign the highest test of the level. Opportunity Classes: Opportunity classes are intended for entry level riders. Horses and riders entered only in Opportunity classes are exempt from USEF and USDF membership requirements, and do not have to pay non-member (show pass) or HID fees. Federation and drug fees do not apply. Horses entered only in these classes are still subject to and must comply with the Drugs and Medication rules and are subject to drug testing. Riders and/or horses entered in Opportunity classes may not cross enter into other recognized classes at the show.

9 Competition Rules EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT FEDERATION RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH. Competitors are responsible for familiarizing themselves with and being in compliance with all current USEF rules. It is the competitor s responsibility to check the current USEF Rule Book for any changes. A current Rule Book may be downloaded at Classes per Day: Horses are limited to a maximum of three dressage rides per day at Fourth Level and below or two dressage rides per day above Fourth Level. Horses competing at both Fourth Level and Prix St. Georges, or their equivalents, are limited to two Dressage rides per day. Freestyles and USEF Rider Tests are included in these limits. Dressage Seat Equitation and Materiale classes are excluded from the maximum limit of rides per day and horses in these classes may compete at any level for which they are otherwise eligible during the same competition. Consecutive Levels: Horses may enter no more than two consecutive levels, Freestyle levels included, at any one competition. Opportunity Classes: Riders in opportunity classes may not cross enter into other divisions. Protective Headgear Rule: From the time horses are officially admitted to the competition grounds by competition management, anyone mounted on a horse at any time on the competition grounds, including non-competing riders, riders on non-competing horses, mounted participants in exhibition classes and those competing in all classes and tests must wear protective headgear as defined by this rule and otherwise in compliance with GR801. Any rider violating this rule at any time will be prohibited from further riding until such headgear is properly in place. Protective headgear is defined as a riding helmet which meets or exceeds ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. The harness must be secured and properly fitted. Numbers: Each horse/rider combination will be provided with a bridle number. All horses (competing and non-competing) must have their bridle number attached at all times when outside of their stall. Attire and Equipment: USEF rules and guidelines will be used for attire, tack, and equipment. Scored Tests: Tests will be given to riders only after the results are finalized and the class is placed. It is the responsibility of the competitor to verify the accuracy of all scores. Any disputes concerning scores or placings must be brought to the attention of the Show Secretary within one hour of the end of the show day. Scores and placings will become final at that time. Protests: A protest to USEF must be submitted within 48 hours of the alleged violations, and must be accompanied by a deposit of $ by a USEF member, parent, or guardian and $ by a non-member. The deposit is fully refundable if the protest is upheld (GR603.1(d)). A protest must be made in writing, signed, and presented to the Show Secretary by an exhibitor, agent, trainer, any USEF member, or parent/guardian of a junior/young rider for any violation of the rules.

10 Fees and Refunds Stabling, Thursday-Saturday: $ Stabling fee includes 2 bales of shavings and stall mats Tack Stall, Thursday-Saturday: $ Trainers bringing 5 or more horses to the show get a free tack stall Additional Shavings $ 10 per bale Haul-In Fee (per day): $ Office Fee: $ per horse/rider combination (per entry) Late Entries: $ per entry if received after the Entry Close date. Post Entries: Will be taken as scheduling permits, class fee plus $10.00 Non-competing horses: $ per horse. Must fill out entry form and pay stabling and office fees. No Shows and Scratches: Entrants who have not checked in with the show office to pick up their bridle number within 30 minutes prior to their first ride will be considered a scratch for the rest of the show and their ride time slots may be filled. There are no refunds for no shows, scratched entries, or scratched classes. Exhibitors enter with this understanding and agreement. Refunds: Cancellations made prior to the closing date will be refunded in full, minus the office fee. After the closing date, present a Veterinarian or Doctor certificate to receive a refund of 50% of the class fees, 50% of the stabling fees, 100% of the USEF drug fee, and 100% of any USDF qualifying fees. There will be no refund of the office fee. If notice of cancellation is received later than Wednesday, May 17, no refunds will be made. Hazardous Weather, Acts of God, or Accident Policy: Management reserves the right to cancel any classes due to hazardous weather, Acts of God, accidents, or emergencies. Every effort will be made to reschedule. No refunds for cancellations due to hazardous weather, Acts of God, accidents, or emergencies. Returned Checks: There will be a $30.00 fine charged for any entry checks/credit cards returned by the bank. There may be an additional $ fine payable to USEF.

11 Scheduling, Ride Times, and Awards Combination/Cancellation of Classes: Management reserves the right to change officials, limit entries, combine, split, or cancel classes, and modify the schedule to make whatever changes are required by circumstances to the competition specifications listed herein. Show Management reserves the right to cancel classes insufficiently filled and to refuse or require withdrawal of an entry for cause deemed sufficient by Show Management. Divisions (JrYR, AA, Open) may be combined into a single class, but each division will be placed separately and prizes/ribbons awarded accordingly. Confirmation: Upon receipt of your entry, you will receive confirmation via , so please be sure to provide a legitimate address along with your entry. If you do not receive confirmation that your entry was received within three days of the entry closing date, please contact the show secretary. If there are any problems with your entry, you will be notified by the show secretary. Entries will be taken on a first come, first served basis. Entries may close early if time limits for judges are filled. Remaining entries received after the times are filled will be placed on a wait list, and all fees will be refunded if the entry is not able to be scheduled. Scheduling: Every attempt will be made to allow a minimum of 50 minutes between tests for a rider change or horse change. Competitors with multiple horses and horses with multiple riders are urged to bring sufficient help. If a conflict is discovered, notify the show secretary immediately. Ride Times: Preliminary ride times will be posted online at and by Monday, May 15 with notice ed to all riders. It is the responsibility of the rider to inform the show secretary of any time conflicts as soon as possible after the preliminary schedule is posted. Final ride times will be posted on Wednesday, May 17. Day Sheets: Day sheets will be posted by 7pm the night before each show day in the show office. They will reflect any last minute scheduling changes. Ride times listed on and will be consistent with the day sheet after 7pm. Musical Freestyles: Freestyle music on a good quality CD must be presented to the show secretary when you check in at the show. The schedule for sound checks will be posted. Awards Awards: Prizes for First Place and ribbons to eighth place will be awarded. Daily High Score prizes will be awarded in the Open, AA, and JrYR divisions. Perpetual Trophies: Year End Awards will be given in the Open, AA, and JrYR divisions. Scores must be from the same horse and rider pair at the same level in order to be counted for Year End Awards. Horse and rider pairs must compete in two of the following three shows: Cascade Dressage Series Finale (August 20-21, 2016) Meadow Wood Dressage Series Opener (May 19-20, 2017) Meadow Wood Dressage Series Finale I (August 18, 2017)

12 Facility Info Stalls and Stabling Information Stabling: Portable 10 x 10 stalls with full doors and stall mats will be available for rental during this show. Bedding: Stall rental includes 2 bales of shavings, which will be placed in your stall prior to your arrival. Additional shavings will be available for purchase from MWEC for $10 per bale. No outside bedding permitted. Competitors are not expected to clean or strip stalls upon departure. Availability: Stalls will be available Thursday, May 18, with load in from noon to 8pm. Competitors arriving after 8pm must make prior arrangements with show management. Stalls must be vacated after the conclusion of the show on Saturday May 20 unless arrangements are made for additional nights. Additional nights are $35 per stall. Groups: Please indicate your stabling group with your entry. Your group should decide on a group name that all competitors wishing to be stabled together can provide on their entry form. Fire Codes: Please do not use any of the following in stalls or tents: 2-prong plug appliances or extension cords, light duty cords for indoor use, 3-way adaptors unless specifically made for outdoors, or electrical cords that are on the ground or buried. No cooking in barns or tents. No overloading electrical outlets. No smoking in stabling area. Damage to Stalls: Please do not use any nails, fencing staples, screws, duct tape, or any type of material(s) that may cause damage. No changes, alterations, repairs, painting or staining of any part of the stalls or buildings. Any erection or installation of equipment must be made with material(s) that are temporary in nature and will not cause permanent damage such as zip-ties, Velcro, light duty staples, masking tape, etc. Sharps Containers: Competition management shall place at least one sharps container per every fifty horses entered in stabling area for the disposal of needles and other disposable sharp instruments. It is competition management s responsibility to replace such containers when full and dispose of them properly. Competition management may fine any individuals, including trainers, owners, exhibitors, or their agents up to $100 for improper disposal of needles or other sharp disposable instruments. Manure Disposal: Manure is to be disposed of in designated areas only. NO MANURE IN TRASH CONTAINERS. Only manure may be placed in the designated manure disposal area. No trash, of any kind, may be placed in these areas. Please utilize trash receptacles for these items. Emergency Information: Emergency contact information must be clearly posted on each horse s stall. This should include the overnight location of the adult responsible for the horse.

13 Accommodations, Camping, and Parking RV Reservations: MWEC has a limited number of full hookups available for campers, RVs, and horse trailers with living space for $50 per night. All RVs must be self-contained. RV parking allowed in designated areas only. Dry Camping: Dry camping is available for $25 per night. Local Accommodations: GuestHouse Inn & Suites; State Route 2, Monroe, WA 98272; (360) Best Western Sky Valley Inn; State Route 2, Monroe, WA 98272; (360) Evergreen Inn and Suites; State Route 2, Monroe, WA 98272; (360) Inn at Snohomish; 323 2nd St, Snohomish, WA 98290; (360) Hampton Inn & Suites; Woodinville Snohomish Rd, Woodinville, WA 98072; (425) Willows Lodge; NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072; (425) Parking: Parking is allowed in designated areas only. Temporary parking near the stabling area is permitted for the unloading and loading of trailers only. All trailers should be moved to the trailer parking area as quickly as possible after being unloaded. Public parking in designated areas only. Competition Arenas Arena Size: Two show arenas in the standard 20m x 60m size Arena Footing: Manufactured blended sand in show rings and warm up arenas. Longeing: Longeing is permitted in designated Longeing Arena only. Longeing is not allowed in any of the competition or warm up arenas. Do not lunge horses on the grass. Schooling: Competitors are welcome to ride after arrival on Thursday, May 18. Warm up arenas will be open for schooling on Thursday from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, and competition arenas will be open for schooling on Thursday from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Competitors must pick up manure in all arenas. Other Facility Rules USEF Motorized Vehicle Statement: 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.

14 Dogs: Well-mannered and quiet dogs will be allowed on the grounds but all dog owners must register their dogs in the show office and pay a dog registration fee of $30 per dog per show. Dogs are not permitted to be loose on competition grounds and must be on a leash or otherwise contained. Unrestrained dogs create a serious safety hazard to exhibitors and their horses. Therefore, non-compliance with the restraint rule will not be tolerated. Dog owners are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses, or actions resulting from their dogs behavior. Do not leave dogs unattended in parked cars. New for 2017: 30 x 100 off-leash area for dogs! Concessions: Food and beverages will be available for purchase on the grounds during the show. Hours of operation are Friday and Saturday starting one hour before the first class. Smoking: There is no smoking permitted anywhere on the show grounds or stable area. Other: Horses not entered in the show may not be brought onto the show grounds without prior arrangement. Vendors: All vendors at this show must be pre-arranged and approved by show management, no exceptions! All vendors must provide proof of insurance, naming MWEC as an insured party. No outside or unapproved vendors will be permitted on the show grounds. This includes equine and human massage therapists or bodywork practioners. If you are interested in being a vendor at this show, please contact Sue Luttermoser at

15 Directions to Meadow Wood Equestrian Center FROM SEATTLE: From Interstate 405, take Exit 23 to merge onto WA-522 toward Woodinville/Wenatchee. In 12 miles, take the W Main St exit towards Monroe. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Tester Rd. Follow the signs to Meadow Wood Equestrian Center. FROM EVERETT: From Interstate 5, take exit 194 onto State Rt 2 toward Snohomish In 14 miles, turn left onto WA-522. Take the W Main St ramp. Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto 164th St SE. Stay straight to go onto 162nd St SE. Enter next roundabout and take the first exit onto Tester Rd. Follow the signs to Meadow Wood Equestrian Center.

16 Warnings and Liability Liability: Horses by their inherent nature present a risk. This show, the management, the USEF Licensee, and the facility will not be responsible for any loss or damage or injury to horses exhibited, or for any article of any kind or nature that may be lost or destroyed, or in any way injured. Each exhibitor will be responsible for any injury that may be occasioned to any person, whomsoever, by any horse owned or exhibited by said exhibitor and shall indemnify the show, the management, the show committee and volunteers, the USEF Licensee, the USEF and USDF, or any member thereof, against all claims and demands, of any nature or kind, that may grow out of any injury occasioned by any horses owned or exhibited by them, or arise from the negligence of the person in charge of any such horse. All horses exhibited in this show participate entirely at the owner s risk. Neither the Organizing Committee, show volunteers and staff, the facility or its owners, USEF or USDF or their members will be responsible for any damage, injury, or loss to persons, horses, or property of exhibitors or spectators. All owners and competitors are personally responsible for damages to third parties caused by themselves, their employees, their agents or their horses. They are therefore strongly advised to take out third party insurance providing full coverage for participation in equestrian events at home and abroad, and to keep the policy up to date. Show Management reserves the right to itself to interpret all questions and conditions in regard to or arising out of, or incident to the show without claims for damages or recourse of any kind. All questions not covered in this Prize List shall be decided by Management and their decision will be final. Show Management reserves the right to vary or add officials and refuse any entry for a cause; to disqualify any exhibitor and/or his or her horse for cause; to cause an exhibitor to forfeit his or her ribbons and winnings for cause; to return any entry and/or stall fee before or during the show for cause; all without being liable for damage or compensation. Show management reserves the right to make any changes deemed necessary for the safe and efficient conduct of this competition. Every horse entered for competition will comply with the rules of the horse show management, but management will, in no case, be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur, and it shall be condition of entry that each exhibitor shall hold this horse show and the officials and employees of the show blameless for any loss or accident to his horse, employees, equipment, which may occur from sickness, fire, or otherwise. Competitors are reminded that all USEF and local rules are in effect from the moment show management allows access to the showgrounds. This includes the arrival day before the show begins, and includes conduct, correct saddlery and equipment, and attire. Important notice to all affected parties: Third parties may come upon the property or enter the facilities where any herein described or listed event will occur; provided, that this is a license to enter the premises, for the purpose of observing or participating in the event, but not otherwise, and such license to any individual is subject to revocation by the owner, lessee or organizer, and entry for any purpose other than granted herein, shall be deemed criminal trespass and subject to appropriate legal proceedings. All non-emergency problems or special requests must be relayed through show management to ensure prompt attention.

17 2017 USDF/Dover Saddlery Adult Amateur Medal Program The USDF/Dover Saddlery Adult Amateur Medal Program is designed to specifically recognize and encourage adult amateurs riding at Second Level. Awards 1. Medal Recipient The eligible rider with the highest score of 60 percent or better in the designated Second Level Test Three class or applicable test of choice USDF/Dover Saddlery Adult Amateur Medal class at a participating competition will receive a medal and neck ribbon. Winners will receive a prize for the first three medals they win during the competition season. 2. National Merit Award A National Merit Award will be awarded to riders winning three medals in the same competition year. 3. Year-End Awards The National Champion and Reserve Champion are determined from the average of the top three winning ride scores during the competition year. The champion and reserve champion will receive a prize. Rider Eligibility 1. Rider must have a current USDF Participating or Group Membership and be a member in good standing of USDF when the scores are earned. 2. Rider must be an adult amateur in accordance with Article GR1306 of the USEF rules and be designated with USEF as an adult amateur at the time the scores are earned. Owner & Horse Eligibility 1. Horse and owner must meet minimum competition eligibility requirements at the time scores are earned. Additional Information For additional information and an updated list of competitions offering the USDF/Dover Saddlery Adult Amateur Medal Program, please visit The Dover Adult Amateur Medal Class at the Meadow Wood Dressage Series Opener is Class Second Level Test Three (AA, GAIG) held on Saturday, May 20, 2017.

18 USDF Membership Benefits: USDF is dedicated to education, the recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For details on member benefits, including educational programs, awards, and other opportunities, refer to the USDF Member Guide or the USDF website at This competition is recognized by USDF for 2017 Membership Requirements for USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized Competitions: Owners and riders, including foreign riders and owners who are not residents of the US, wishing to participate in a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition as a rider or owner/lessee, must have either a USDF Group Membership (GM), Participating Membership (PM), or have a USDF Non-Member (NM) identification number and pay the USDF Non-Member (NM) fee. (Note: USDF Business Members can own horses but cannot compete as riders with their USDF Business Membership.) Individuals cannot compete at a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition with a USDF Education Membership. Horses competing at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions must have either a USDF Horse Identification (HID) number or a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR). Proper credentials or verification certificates must be presented to the competition secretary. Riders and owners wishing to participate in a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition, and not able to present the competition secretary with verification of a USDF membership or NM identification, and USDF LHR or USDF HID, must complete a USDF Competition Affidavit Form and pay the $5 affidavit filing fee. A copy of a completed affidavit form from another competition may also be used for verification purposes for up to 60 days. (Exception: Affidavits cannot be used at Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships.) Exceptions: Horses competing only in Individual Breed Classes (IBCs) at DSHB competitions, sires and dams of horses in DSHB group classes, where those sires or dams are not actually competing in the same competition, horses competing only in breed restricted dressage or DSHB classes at Regular Competitions (e.g. all Arabian, all Friesian, or all Morgan classes), or in USDF Introductory Level tests, pas de deux or quadrille, are exempt from this requirement. Also exempt are horses ridden in leadline, exhibitions, games and races, classes for 4-H members, walk-trot, academy, and opportunity classes. Riders and owners/lessees competing only in classes which are exempt from the USDF HID requirements are also exempt from the USDF NM identification number and NM fee requirements. Also exempt are handlers of horses competing in DSHB In-Hand or Group classes. Memberships Defined Participating Membership (PM): A membership issued to an individual directly by USDF. The membership year is December 1 through November 30. PMs are available for 1-year ($75), 5-years ($300), or life ($1,500). A USDF Youth Participating Membership (YPM) is available for individuals who have not reached their 21 st birthday by December 1 of the current membership year ($60). A PM allows the member to compete at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions and to participate as a rider and/or owner/lessee for all Adequan /USDF Year-End Awards, Great American Insurance Group/USDF Breeders Championship Series Finals and the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championship program. Group Membership (GM): A membership issued to an individual by USDF when the member name and dues are submitted to USDF through an affiliate Group Member Organization (GMO). The GM year begins December 1 and ends November 30. A GM allows the member to compete at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions and participate in the USDF Rider Awards program. Business Membership (BM): A membership that runs December 1 through November 30 and is issued to a business or organization directly by USDF. The USDF BM ($200) offers a wider variety of advertising benefits. BMs satisfy requirements of horse ownership only. Education Membership (EM): A membership issued to an individual directly by USDF. This online education only membership expires 12 months after the date joined. This membership type does NOT allow an individual to compete at a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition. Non-Member (NM) Identification Number: For each USDF NM owner/lessee and USDF NM rider there will be a USDF NM fee of $25 per competition that must be collected by the show secretary and submitted to USDF, along with the USDF Report of Fees document and the $5 affidavit fee and Competition Affidavit Form if the person cannot provide a copy of their USDF NM card. Owners/lessees or riders exempt from the NM number requirements are also exempt from paying the USDF NM fee. If there are multiple owners of a horse and all are NMs, only one of the owners must pay the NM fee. If the horse has at least one owner who is a current USDF PM, GM, or BM there is no NM fee assessed. Competition management will be invoiced for all applicable USDF NM fees not received with the USDF post competition paperwork, along with a report listing all USDF NMs. Competition management is then required to submit the NM fees within 30 days to the USDF. An individual with a USDF NM identification number is not eligible for any USDF membership benefits. Once a USDF NM number has been assigned, a USDF NM card can be obtained from the USDF website. Horse Identification (HID) Number: A one-time tracking number for horses ($25). Scores earned by a horse with an HID number will be recorded, but will NOT be counted towards Adequan /USDF Year-End Awards. A horse with an HID number is not eligible to compete in Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional qualifying or championship classes or Great American Insurance Group/USDF Breeders Championship Series Finals. An HID number can be upgraded to a Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR) for a fee of $70. If a horse has a USDF LHR it does not need an HID number. An HID number is a one-time fee that does not need to be renewed. Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR): A horse with an LHR ($95) is eligible for Adequan /USDF Year-End Awards, and eligible to compete at Great American Insurance Group/USDF Breeders Championship Series Finals and Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional qualifying and championship classes, assuming requirements for the owner and rider are met. If a horse has an LHR it does not need an HID number. An LHR does not need to be renewed. How to Join USDF Applications for USDF Participating Membership (PM), Business Membership (BM), Horse Identification (HID) number, and Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR) may be found in the following locations: On the USDF website: You can submit the application online or download the form and fax or mail it to the USDF office. In the show office at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions classified by USEF as Dressage Competitions, and Regular Competitions which are open to all breeds. By calling or writing the USDF office at (859) , 4051 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY The effective date of membership is the date the form and correct fees are received in the USDF office or, if applying at a competition, the date accepted by the competition secretary, provided the application is signed and dated by the competition secretary, member, and/or horse owner on that same day. 02/16

19 2017 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships A single Regional Dressage Championship program organized by the United States Dressage Federation (USDF), and recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (USEF), will be held in each of the nine USDF regions. In addition, Alaska and Hawaii may each hold state championships if an official request from a Group Member Organization (GMO) is received by April 1 of the prior year. The Regional Championship Program Rules can be found on the USDF website at Please refer to the 2017 USDF Member Guide for the comprehensive list of rules and requirements for this program. Membership/Registration Requirements for Qualifying and Championships Rider: Must have a USDF Participating* Membership (PM) at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Must have a USEF membership (Junior Active, Senior Active, or Life) at the time the qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Horse: Must have a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR) at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Must have a USEF (Annual or Lifetime) Membership recorded at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. USDF horse registration and USEF horse recording must be in the name(s) of the current owner(s) or lessee(s) of record. A horse is not required to have breed registry papers. Owner: Must have a USDF membership (PM* or Business Membership (BM)) at the time the qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Must have a USEF membership (Junior Active, Senior Active, or Life) at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. * PMs are USDF members who join USDF directly. USDF Group Members (GM) are ineligible. Minimum Qualifying Scores: One set of nationally-standardized qualifying scores has been established for all USEF/USDF Regional Championships, for Training Level through Grand Prix, in three divisions: open, adult amateur and junior/young rider. FEI Junior and FEI Young Rider classes have only one respective division. Freestyles have only open divisions. The minimum percentages are as follows: OPEN AA JR/YR Training Level (Test 3) 68% 63% 63% First Level (Test 3) 66% 62% 62% Second Level (Test 3) 64% 61% 61% Third Level (Test 3) 62% 60% 60% Fourth Level (Test 3) 62% 60% 60% FEI Junior (Team Test) 60% FEI Young Rider (Team Test) 60% Prix St. Georges 60% 60% 60% Intermediate I 60% 60% 60% Intermediate II 60% 60% 60% Grand Prix 60% 60% 60% FREESTYLE OPEN AA JR/YR First Level 63% Second Level 63% Third Level 63% Fourth Level 63% Intermediate I 63% Grand Prix 63% Rev Feb 2016

20 2017 Northwest Dressage Championships September 21, 22, 23, & 24, 2017 Idaho Horse Park, Nampa, ID Riders from the US Northwest and Canada are invited to participate in the Northwest Dressage Championships (NWDC), to be held in conjunction with the Great American/USDF Region 6 Dressage Championships. The goal of the championships is to create a supportive environment that showcases dressage horses and riders from the area and acknowledges their achievements. To Qualify To qualify for the NWDC, each horse/rider combination must earn a total of three qualifying scores from any test of the level at three different USEF/USDF recognized competitions from three different judges, at the minimum scores listed below. USEF tests must be used for Training through Fourth level (Canadian tests do not count). All FEI test scores are eligible. The highest test of each level will be ridden at the Championship competition, but any test of each level may be used to qualify (i.e., Second 1, or Third 2). Photocopies of the face pages of qualifying tests must be included with the entry form. Northwest Dressage Championships 2017 Minimum Qualifying Scores Level Open Adult Amateur Jr/YR Training Level 62% 60% 60% First Level 60% 58% 58% Second Level 58% 56% 56% Third Level 56% 56% 56% Fourth Level 56% 56% 56% Prix St Georges 56% 56% 56% Intermediate I 56% 56% 56% Intermediate II 56% 56% 56% Grand Prix 56% 56% 56% Note: The FEI Young Rider Tests may be used to qualify at PSG and all FEI Junior Tests may be used to qualify at Third Level for the NWDC. Freestyle Qualifying Scores/Classes Minimum qualifying scores for all Freestyle levels is 60%. Rider must earn two scores at the level at which they wish to qualify, from two different judges, at two different recognized competitions. Based on number of entrants, Freestyle Championship classes may be offered at First Level through Grand Prix. Horse/Rider Qualification Requirements Rider, trainer, coach, and owner need not be a US Citizen. Rider, trainer, and owner must be members of USEF, Equine Canada, or pay the non-member fee. EC membership qualifies Canadian competitors. Canadians should apply to USEF (no fee) for amateur status to ride in AA classes. All riders, trainers or owners must be at least Group Members of USDF or pay the non-member fee. Qualifying is based on each horse/rider combination. Only one rider per horse, but riders may qualify as many horses as they wish. Qualifying scores may be obtained from recognized competitions held between Aug 22, 2016 and Aug 22, The $10.00 USDF/Great American Qualifying Fee per test is not required. Questions? More information? Contact admin@dressagenorthwest.org

21 MWEC Meadow Wood Dressage Series Opener May 19-20, 2017 Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, Snohomish WA USEF/USDF # Level 3 Dressage Competition Regional Qualifying NAME OF HORSE Official Use Only BRIDLE # PREVIOUS NAME (IF ANY) USEF # USDF # FOR SALE? BREED SEX HEIGHT COLOR VACC DATE (ENCLOSE COPY) SIRE DAM DAM S SIRE YEAR OF BIRTH COUNTRY OF BIRTH BREEDER RIDER/HANDLER CLASS NO CLASS DESCRIPTION/TOC QUAL Y/N FEES USEF # USDF # ADDRESS CITY/ST/ZIP VACC DATE (ENCLOSE COPY) CELL PHONE JR/YR DATE OF BIRTH ADDRESS RIDER CITIZENSHIP (IF NOT USA) RIDER STATUS (CHECK ONE) JR/YR AA OPEN OWNER USEF # USDF # SUBTOTAL CLASS FEES AND QUALIFYING FEES USEF SHOW PASS FEE $30 PER NON-MEMBER ADDRESS USDF NON MEMBER FEE $25 PER NON-MEMBER CITY/ST/ZIP CELL PHONE OWNER CITIZENSHIP (IF NOT USA) TRAINER VACC DATE (ENCLOSE COPY) USEF HORSE FEES ($8 USEF FEE + $8 DRUG FEE) $16.00 OFFICE FEE $50.00 NON COMPETING HORSE $50 STABLING (THUR-SAT) $190 INCLUDES FIRST BEDDING USEF # USDF # ADDRESS CITY/ST/ZIP VACC DATE (ENCLOSE COPY) CELL PHONE COACH USEF # USDF # ADDRESS CITY/ST/ZIP VACC DATE (ENCLOSE COPY) TACK STALL (THUR-SAT) $130 ADDITIONAL SHAVINGS X $10/BALE HAUL IN / NO STALL DAYS X $30/DAY RV HOOKUP NIGHTS X $50/NIGHT DRY CAMPING NIGHTS X $25/NIGHT DOG FEE DOGS X $30/DOG PER SHOW LATE ENTRY $35 Please fill out both sides of this form. Reverse side MUST BE SIGNED! Stabling Information and Special Requests: Please list only one name (either individual or barn) for entire group so we can get everyone together. Total Show Fees Stable Group: Contact: Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun Requests: Stalls: Tack Stalls: