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1 Saturday, April 22 nd, 2017 Controlled Schooling Flatting Only 7:00 to 8:00 AM 8:00 AM START ALPHIN STUART 1. Puddle Jumpers (.65m) II Clear Round Blue 2. Puddle Jumpers (.65m) II2B 3. Novice Jumper (.75m) II Clear Round Blue 4. Novice Jumper (.75m) II2B 5. Novice Child/Adult Jumper (.75m) II Clear Round Blue 6. Novice Child/Adult Jumper (.75m) II2B 7. Low Jumper (.85m) II Clear Round Blue 8. Low Jumper (.85m) II2B Ring Reset and schooling break 9. Hunter Pleasure Pony WT 10. Hunter Pleasure Pony GAYP 11. Hunter Pleasure Pony WTC 12. Junior Hunter Please Horse WT 13. Junior Hunter Pleasure Horse GAYP 14. Junior Hunter Pleasure Horse WTC 15. Adult Hunter Pleasure Horse WT 16. Adult Hunter Pleasure Horse GAYP 17. Adult Hunter Pleasure Horse WTC 18. Pleasure Hunter U/S 19. Pleasure Hunter Over Fences Pleasure Hunter Over Fences 2 Ring Reset: Afternoon Classes Not to Start before 1: Western Jr. Showmanship 22. Western Sr. Showmanship 23. Gaited Showmanship 24. Hunter Jr. Showmanship 25. Hunter Sr. Showmanship 26. Gaited Pleasure Gait 27. Gaited Equitation 28. Hunter Pleasure WTC Jr. 29. Hunter Equitation WTC Jr. Rail Work Only 30. Hunter Pleasure WTC Sr. 31. Hunter Equitation WTC Sr. Rail Work Only 32. Command Class Open 33. Western Pleasure Jr. 34. Western Horsemanship Jr. 35. Western Pleasure Sr. 36. Western Horsemanship Sr. 37. Ranch Riding Sunday, April 23 rd Controlled Schooling from 7:00 to 8:45 9:00 AM START- ALPHIN STUART 38A. California Warm-up (runs all day) 39. Children s Hunter Over Fences *Division Sponsored by Chris Knehr 40. Children s Hunter Over Fences 41. Children s Hunter U/S 42. Adult Hunter Over Fences *Division Sponsored by Emily Armentrout 43. Adult Hunter Over Fences 44. Adult Hunter U/S 45. SWVHJA Hunter Seat Medal *Class Sponsored by Alicia Salo Marshall 46. SWVHJA Adult Medal *Class Sponsored by Ashley Powell 47. SWVHJA Junior Equitation on the Flat 14 and under 48. SWVHJA Junior Equitation on the Flat *Catalyst Bloodstock (Chris and Erin Knehr) 49. SWVHJA Adult Equitation on the Flat 50. EJH Handy Hunter Trophy Class: Fences 2, 2 6 *Sponsored by Laura Hanlon 51. EJH Alumni Handy Hunter Trophy: Fences 2,2 6 *Class Sponsored by Ashley Powell 52. EJH Trophy Under Saddle *Class Sponsored by Jennifer (Lamb) and Chris Rogers 53. EJH Alumni Under Saddle Trophy Class *Class Sponsored by Ashley Powell 100. Little Hokie Leadline (Children 8 and under) *Sponsored by David and Meghan Corvin 54. Beginning Equitation Over Fences 55. Beginning Equitation Over Fences 56. Beginning Equitation U/S *Division Sponsored by McDonald Farms 57. Intermediate Equitation U/S *Division Sponsored by McDonald Farms 58. Intermediate Equitation Over Fences 59. Intermediate Equitation Over Fences 60. Hopeful Hunter Over Fences- 2'3" *Division Sponsored by Kate Lawerence 61. Hopeful Hunter Over Fences- 2'3" 62. Hopeful Hunter Under Saddle 63. SWHJVA Pony Medal (to be run concurrent with Pony Hunter Over Fences) 64. S/M Pony Hunter Over Fences *Division Sponsored by David and Meghan Corvin 65. S/M Pony Hunter Over Fences 66. S/M Pony Hunter U/S 67. Large Pony Hunter Over Fences 68. Large Pony Hunter Over Fences 69. Large Pony Hunter Over Fences 70. Beginning Equitation Over Fences 71. Teresa L. McDonald Medal 2 6 or 2 9 *Class Sponsored by Olivia Wymer 72. Randolph College Medal *Class Sponsored by Alicia Salo Marshall 73. Special Children s Hunter Over Fences 74. Special Children s Hunter Over Fences 75. Special Children s Hunter U/S 76. Special Adult Hunter U/S *Division Sponsored by The Family of Sara Verghis 77. Special Adult Hunter Over Fences 78. Special Adult Hunter Over Fences

2 General Rules: * Judge s decision is final. * Proof of negative Coggins on all ponies and horses (current within one year) is required at registration. This report is also required for horses or ponies who travel to the show but do not enter any classes. NO DOGS ALLOWED * All entry forms must be completed and signed by the participant or by a parent, guardian, or trainer for juniors. * All riders in all divisions must wear an ASTM/SEI approved helmet when mounted. * Proper tack and attire required. In extreme heat, coats may be excused at the judge s discretion. * Non 4-H Youth riders are those 18 and under on December 1, For 4-H qualifiers, 4-H eligibility terminates on December 31 st of the year a member has his/her 19 th birthday. *4-H Official Measuring will be held on Saturday from 11:00 to 12:30 ONLY * Six ribbons will be awarded in each class. Champion and Reserve ribbons will be awarded in each division. Points will accrue as follows * There will be a fee for all returned checks of $35. * Divisions may be combined, split, or canceled at discretion of the show management. * Medal class riders will be judged over fences and a minimum of six riders, if available will be called back to work on the flat- each phase counts for 50%. * Any questions or disputes that are not covered in the above Rules and Specifications or in any other section of this prize list shall be subject to the decision of the show management. * The Horse Show management, volunteers, and property owners are not responsible for any accident or injury to spectators, riders, handlers, their property, animals or possessions. Entering the show grounds constitutes acceptance of this policy. Entry Information: Entry fee is $12 per class, and trophy classes and medal classes are $20. There will be an office fee of $10 if not pre-entered. Pre-entries due by Wednesday, April 19th. Pre-entries may be ed to Beth Boteler at beblackw@vt.edu. The entry form must be complete. There is a non-showing fee of $25. About Emily Jane Hilscher: All of the proceeds of the Emily Jane Hilscher Memorial Horse Show go to benefit the scholarship fund. This scholarship is established in memory, and in honor of, Emily Jane Hilscher who died during the tragic shooting at Virginia Tech on 16 April She had a great sense of humor, and a sensibility beyond her years. She was a skilled horsewoman, an animal lover, imaginative artisan, and enthusiastic cook. She was an accomplished rider who became a member of the Virginia Tech equestrian team in the spring of 2007, as well as a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association. She showed great promise as an intercollegiate rider having a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a great deal of determination. Emily Jane Hilscher Memorial HORSE SHOW April 22-23, 2017 SWVHJA Sanctioned & 4-H Qualifying Horse Show of Southwest Virginia Alphin Stuart Arena, 500 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA Judge Saturday: TBA Sunday: Ariadne Paxton Beth Boteler, Show Manager and Course Designer Entry Fee $12 $20 For All Medals and Trophy Classes Entries may be ed to beblackw@vt.edu $10 Office Fee (Waived if Participant Pre-Enters) NEGATIVE COGGINS REQUIRED! NO DOGS ALLOWED!

3 SWVHJA CLASS RULES BEGINNER EQUITATION Open to junior and amateur riders in their first year of showing over fences 2 in height. No oxers permitted. Riders are eligible for one horse show year and may not enter divisions with fence heights exceeding 2. This division will not count against rider s 2 year eligibility for the Intermediate Hunter division. To be judged on rider s position and control. Division may be split between juniors and adults at the discretion of show management. INTERMEDIATE HUNTER Open to anyone in his first or second year of showing following Beginner Equitation division. Fences 2 3. Rider may not jump fences higher than 2 6 at the same show. JUNIOR EQUITATION ON THE FLAT Open to riders who have reached their 15th birthday by December 1st of the calendar year, but not reached their 18th birthday as of December 1st of the calendar year. To be shown at a walk, trot, and canter both ways of the ring and judged on position, control, and guidance. USEF tests 1-19 may be used, excluding those requiring work over fences. Three entries are necessary to fill this class. Riders need not be members of SWVHJA to compete. If there are insufficient entries, this class may be combined with the Junior Equitation on the Flat 14 & under and/or the Adult Equitation on the flat. JUNIOR EQUITATION ON THE FLAT 14 & Under - Open to riders who have not reached their 15th birthday by December 1st of the calendar year. To be shown at a walk, trot, and canter both ways of the ring and judged on position, control, and guidance. USEF tests 1-19 may be used, excluding those requiring work over fences. Three entries are necessary to fill this class. Riders need not be members of SWVHJA to compete. If there are insufficient entries, this class may be combined with the Junior Equitation on the Flat and/or the Adult Equitation on the flat. ADULT EQUITATION ON THE FLAT - Open to amateurs 18 years of age and older. To be shown at a walk, trot, and canter both ways of the ring and judged on position, control, and guidance. USEF tests 1-19 may be used, excluding those requiring work over fences. Three entries are necessary to fill this class. Riders need not be members of SWVHJA to compete. If there are insufficient entries, this class may be combined with the Junior Equitation on the flat. Riders must stay within their age group if classes are split by age. SWVHJA HUNTER SEAT MEDAL - Open to riders who have not reached their 18th birthday as of December 1st of the calendar year. To be shown over a course of fences not to exceed 3' that must include two changes of direction, a combination and at least three oxers. A minimum of six riders, if available, must be called back to work on the flat. Martingales may not be used in the flat phase. Each phase to count 50%. Same horse must be used for both phases. To qualify for the finals, a rider must accumulate 20 points during the show year. Four entries are required to fill the class with a minimum of three to complete the class. If there are fewer than four entries, this class can be combined with the Adult Medal. SWVHJA Hunter Seat Medal contestants may compete throughout the year. The top twenty (20) point earners, with a minimum of 10 points, will be invited to compete in the Hunter Seat Medal Finals. SWVHJA ADULT MEDAL - Same specs as for the SWVHJA Hunter Seat Medal Class, except open to amateur riders 18 years of age and older. Ponies may be ridden by adults, but may not be shown in the Pony Hunter division at the same horse show. If there are fewer than four entries, this class can be combined with the Hunter Seat Medal. SWVHJA Adult Medal contestants may compete throughout the year. The top twenty (20) point earners, with a minimum of 10 points, will be invited to compete in the Adult Medal Finals. PONY MEDAL - Open to current junior members of SWVHJA mounted on ponies. To be shown over a minimum of 6 jumps at the appropriate heights. A minimum of six riders, if available, must be called back to work on the flat. Martingales may not be used in the flat phase. Each phase to count 50%. The same pony must be used for both phases. Four entries are required to fill the class with a minimum of three to complete the class. If no Pony Medal is offered, a rider may compete on a pony in the Hunter Seat Medal. A rider cannot compete in both the Pony and the Hunter Seat Medals in one show, nor can they participate in both aforementioned finals in one year. SWVHJA Pony Medal contestants may compete throughout the year. The top twenty (20) point earners, with a minimum of 10 points, will be invited to compete in the Pony Medal Finals. SMALL/MEDIUM PONY HUNTER - Open to ponies ridden by juniors. Ponies shown in this division may not be shown by an adult in any recognized division at the same horse show. Judged on performance, manners, and way of going. Small ponies (not to exceed 12.2h) to jump 2', medium ponies (over 12.2h - not to exceed 13.2h) to jump 2 3". Divisions must be offered split, but if there are not three ponies in either the Small/Medium or Large Pony divisions, the divisions must be combined. Lines less than 72' must be set on appropriate distances. LARGE PONY HUNTER - Open to ponies ridden by juniors. Ponies shown in this division may not be shown by an adult in any recognized division at the same horse show. Judged on performance, manners, and way of going. Large ponies (over 13.2h - not to exceed 14.2h) to jump 2'6". Divisions must be offered split, but if there are not three ponies in either the Small/Medium or Large Pony divisions, the divisions must be combined. Lines less than 72' must be set on appropriate distances. CHILDREN'S HUNTER - Open to juniors mounted on horses. To be judged on performance, manners, and way of going. Fences 3'. Management may combine this division with the Adult Amateur Hunter division if there are fewer than 3 entries. ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER - Open to adult amateur riders mounted on horses or ponies. To be judged on performance, manners, and way of going. Ponies shown by an adult may not be shown in the Pony Hunter division at the same horse show. Fences 3'. Management may combine this division with the Children's Hunter division if there are fewer than 3 entries. SPECIAL ADULT HUNTER - Open to Adult Amateur riders mounted on horses or ponies. Fences to be 2'6" or 2'9". Both heights must be offered and judged together. Related distances between two jumps should be no less than 60 (4 strides). Judged on performance, manners, and way of going. Horse/rider combination cannot compete over fences higher than 2'9" at the same horse show. Ponies shown by an adult may not be shown in the pony hunter division at the same horse show. The Special Adult Hunter division and the Special Children s Hunter division may be combined if there are fewer than 3 in either section. SPECIAL CHILDREN'S HUNTER - Same specs as the Special Adult Hunter, except open to junior riders.

4 OPEN CLASS SPECIFICATIONS Western Horsemanship Judged on the rider s ability to execute a set of maneuvers prescribed by the judge with precision and smoothness while exhibiting poise, confidence, and maintaining a balanced and functional correct body position. Gaited Equitation Judged on rider s basic position in the saddle, and use of hands, legs, and seat. Rider should convey the impression of effective and easy control Hunter Equitation Judged on the rider s overall position and complete control of their mount. Showmanship Judged on the handler s ability to show a horse at halter. Rider should turn out a clean, well-groomed horse appropriate for their type. Hunter Pleasure Classes Judged on manners, suitability, performance and way of going. Western Pleasure Judged on performance, smoothness of gaits, manners and overall ability of the horse to perform. Gaited Pleasure Judged on suitability to the class. Showing brilliance, animation, and presence. Novice Jumper 2 6 Open to horses and ponies in their 1 st or 2 nd year of showing in jumper classes at 2 6 or higher as of December 1 st of the current show year Novice Child/Adult Jumper 2 6 Open to children and amateurs in their 1 st or 2 nd year of showing in jumper classes at 2 6 or higher as of December 1 st of the current show year. Riders in this division may only cross enter into Novice Jumper, if eligible and Low Jumper at the same show. 4-H Qualifying Horse Show Rules and Regulations 1. The Emily Jane Hilscher Memorial Horse Show will be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the State 4-H Horse Show. 2. All exhibitors must be bona fide 4-H horse project members. All animals they show must be registered as their project animals and a part of their Horse Project Record. 3. Leaders, parents and agents signing entry forms will be responsible for verification of eligibility. All members, leaders, and parents are encouraged to read the rules in detail prior to entering the show. Signatures by the exhibitor and parent indicate that they have read the rules and that they understand any penalty of disqualification or elimination. 4. Juniors are 13 years old or under as of Sept. 30, 2017; Seniors are 14 or older on Sept. 30, 2017 but who have not achieved their 19th birthday by January 1st of the current year. 5. Horse and rider combinations can show at only one qualifying show. However, they may enter and show more than one project horse at the same show, or qualify other project animals at a Qualifying Clinic or another Qualifying Show. Members are encouraged to qualify all project animals as only those qualified at a Qualifying Show or Clinic may be entered in the State Show. They may show outside of district but must get permission from the show manager at least 30 days ahead of the show. 6. Qualifying is the act of taking the project animal into the ring under the eye of the Judge for at least one class during the horse show and completing the class successfully in the opinion of the judge. 7. SPORTSMANSHIP IS THE 4-H WAY. Any discourtesy to a judge or show official by any exhibitor, parent, or leader may cause an exhibitor to forfeit all ribbons and trophies and disqualify the exhibitor from showing in future 4-H horse shows. APPEALS ARE TO BE MADE TO THE SHOW COMMITTEE BY THE EXHIBITOR ONLY. Judge s cards will not be posted. Judges may be approached only by way of the STEWARD, or Show Manager, if a Steward is not present. 8. The judge s decision will be final and may not be protested. 9. All animals that do not have measurement cards must be measured during the official measuring times posted. Exhibitor numbers will not be issued and the animal cannot be shown until the secretary has seen the completed measurement card. 10. An exhibitor animal combination may show in one and only one division, one showmanship class and one equitation class. If an exhibitor is showing more than one animal, it is their responsibility to see that there are no class conflicts. Classes will not be held up for any reason. 11. A horse can be shown by more than one 4-H member only if they are immediate family. The horse may not be shown in the same division by more than one exhibitor. 12. Schooling time for each division will be provided in their respective show rings. Only exhibitors may ride or school their animals and must wear their Entry Number whenever mounted or handling their animal. 13. Horses and Ponies must be healthy and serviceably sound and must be suitable to the rider. Suitability will be noted in all classes and safety kept in mind during all classes. 17. Showmanship classes will be judged on a point system for placing with the top six scores and all ties returning to perform a second pattern at the discretion of the judge. If a second pattern is run scores will be averaged to determine placings.

5 COGGINS ASSESSION #: DATE: STATE: RELEASE, WAIVER & INDEMNITY AGREEMENT The undersigned (hereinafter referred to as "Rider"), being of legal age or signing in conjunction with a parent or legal guardian if not of legal age, desires to enter upon the premises known as Virginia Tech and/or to use horses and/or facilities either owned or controlled by Virginia Tech, a Virginia nonstock corporation ("VT"), and/or to receive training or instruction from the agents or employees of Virginia Tech, and being fully aware of the risk of injury and dangers inherent in entering upon said premises and/or the riding and handling of horses, hereby elects voluntarily to enter upon said premises and/or to participate in said activities, and does hereby willingly enter into this Release, Waiver & Indemnity Agreement. THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING PERMITTED TO ENTER UPON THE PREMISES KNOWN AS VIRGINIA TECH AND/OR RECEIVE INSTRUCTION OR ASSISTANCE FROM THE AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES OF VIRGINIA TECH, RIDER KNOWINGLY AND EXPRESSLY WAIVES RIDER'S RIGHTS TO SUE VIRGINIA TECH, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUCCESSORS, HEIRS, AND ASSIGNS, FOR ANY INJURY, DEATH, LOSS, OR DAMAGE CAUSED TO RIDER OR TO RIDER'S PROPERTY, AND RIDER AGREES TO ASSUME ALL RISKS INHERENT IN RIDING OR OTHERWISE COMING IN CONTACT WITH HORSES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE RISKS OF INJURY, DEATH, LOSS, OR DAMAGE TO RIDER OR TO RIDER'S PROPERTY. RIDER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT RIDER HAS BEEN GIVEN NOTICE OF THE RISKS INHERENT IN AND INTRINSIC DANGERS OF EQUINE ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING (i) THE PROPENSITY OF AN EQUINE TO BEHAVE IN DANGEROUS WAYS WHICH MAY RESULT IN INJURY, HARM, OR DEATH TO PERSONS ON OR AROUND THEM; (ii) THE UNPREDICTABILITY OF AN EQUINE'S REACTION TO SUCH THINGS AS SOUNDS, SUDDEN MOVEMENT, UNFAMILIAR OBJECTS, PERSONS, OR OTHER ANIMALS; (iii) CERTAIN HAZARDS SUCH AS SURFACE AND SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS; (iv) COLLISIONS WITH OTHER ANIMALS OR OBJECTS; AND (v) THE POTENTIAL OF A PARTICIPANT ACTING IN A NEGLIGENT MANNER THAT MAY CONTRIBUTE TO INJURY TO THE PARTICIPANT OR OTHERS, SUCH AS FAILING TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OVER THE EQUINE OR NOT ACTING WITHIN THE PARTICIPANT'S ABILITY, AND RIDER EXPRESSLY AGREES TO ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND WAIVES ALL RIGHTS TO SUE FOR INJURIES CAUSED BY SUCH RISKS. THIS WAIVER AND EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISKS SHALL SPECIFICALLY APPLY TO RIDER AND TO ANY AND ALL MINOR CHILDREN AND/OR WARDS OF RIDER, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF VA. CODE ANN B, AND SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO COMPLY WITH ALL EXCULPATORY TERMS OF THE VIRGINIA EQUINE ACTIVITY LIABILITY ACT, VA. CODE ANN ]30 et seq. (Chapter 27.5, Code of Va. (1950)).IF RIDER IS A MINOR OR OTHERWISE UNDER A LEGAL DISABILITY, THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE SIGNED BY RIDER'S PARENT OR GUARDIAN. BY SIGNING, THE PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN AGREES (I) TO WAIVE THE PARENT'S, GUARDIAN'S, AND RIDER'S RIGHTS TO SUE THE PARTIES NAMED IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING PARAGRAPH; (ii) TO ASSUME, ON BEHALF OF THE PARENT, GUARDIAN, AND RIDER, THE RISKS SET FORTH IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING PARAGRAPH, IN ADDITION TO ALL OTHER RISKS OF RIDING OR OTHERWISE COMING INTO CONTACT WITH HORSES; AND (iii) TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS VIRGINIA TECH, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUCCESSORS, HEIRS, AND ASSIGNS FROM ANY LOSS, CLAIM, SUIT, OR JUDGMENT RESULTING FROM ANY INJURY, DEATH, LOSS OR DAMAGE SUSTAINED OR CLAIMED BY RIDER (OR RIDER'S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE), AND FURTHER TO INDEMNIFY VIRGINIA TECH, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUCCESSORS, HEIRS, AND ASSIGNS FROM ANY AND ALL COSTS OF DEFENDING SUCH CLAIMS, INCLUDING ATTORNEYS' FEES. It is expressly agreed by Rider and any parent or guardian whose signature appears on this document that this Release, Waiver and Indemnity Agreement shall be governed and construed as being sufficient to satisfy the assumption of risk and waiver requirements necessary to relieve equine activity sponsors and equine professionals from liability under the Virginia Equine Activity Liability Act, and that Virginia Tech is covered by the provisions of that Act. This Release, Waiver and Indemnity Agreement shall be governed and construed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, regardless of where any injury or loss shall occur. In the event that any portion of this Release, Waiver and Indemnity Agreement shall be declared unenforceable, such declaration shall not affect the remaining terms of this document, which shall survive intact. Parent or Guardian Signature: Emergency Contact Phone Number: Emily Jane Hilscher Memorial Horse Show Saturday and Sunday, April 22 and 23, 2017 Rider 1 Horse Classes: Rider 2 Horse Classes: Number of $30/night or $25/day stall Total Amount for $12 each # of Classes: Total Amount for All Medal Classes $20 Number not Returned $1 Entry Received on: Due OFFICE USE ONLY: Total Jr./Am/Pro Circle One Jr./Am/Pro Circle One NAME OF PAYEE: DRIVER S LICENSE #: STATE: OWNER MANDATORY RIDER MANDATORY RIDER 2 MANDATORY TRAINER MANDATORY X X X X Owner Rider I Rider 2 Trainer Address Address Address Address Phone Phone Phone Phone

2018 SWVHJA & VHSA Associate Rated

The Virginia Horse Center Foundation PRESENTS 2018 SWVHJA & VHSA Associate Rated March 10-11 Hunters in Anderson Coliseum Jumpers in East Complex Hunter Judge Paul Mathews Jumper Judge Robin Wood Course