2015 CALIFORNIA 4-H HORSE CLASSIC HORSE SHOW PREMIUM

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1 2015 CALIFORNIA 4-H HORSE CLASSIC HORSE SHOW PREMIUM It is the policy of the University of California (UC) and the UC Division of Agriculture & Natural Resources not to engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services (as defined by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 [USERRA]), as well as state military and naval service. This policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable state and federal laws and University policies. University policy also prohibits retaliation against any employee or person in any of its programs or activities for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment pursuant to this policy. This policy also prohibits retaliation against a person who assists someone with a complaint of discrimination or harassment, or participates in any manner in an investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment. Retaliation includes threats, intimidation, reprisals, and/or adverse actions related to employment or to any of its programs or activities. In addition, it is the policy of the University and ANR to undertake affirmative action, consistent with its obligations as a Federal contractor, for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans. The University commits itself to apply every good faith effort to achieve prompt and full utilization of minorities and women in all segments of its workforce where deficiencies exist. These efforts conform to all current legal and regulatory requirements, and are consistent with University standards of quality and excellence. In conformance with Federal regulations, written affirmative action plans shall be prepared and maintained by each campus of the University, including the Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Such plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Office of the President and the Office of the General Counsel before they are officially promulgated. Inquiries regarding the University s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to Linda Marie Manton, Affirmative Action Contact, University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2801 Second Street, Davis, CA 95618, (530) California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 1

2 WELCOME Dear Exhibitors, Welcome to the 19th Annual California 4-H Horse Classic at the Brookside Equestrian Center in Elk Grove (south of Sacramento). This is a program dedicated to 4-H members state-wide. WE INVITE EVERYONE TO BE A PART OF THE FUN! The primary purpose of the Horse Classic is to create a forum where 4-H Horse Project members can display their equine knowledge in a variety of ways while participating in an exciting and fun educational experience. The secondary purpose is to provide senior Horse Project members with an opportunity to represent the State of California at the Western Nationals 4-H Horse Classic in Denver, Colorado. This year 28 states and 1 Canadian province were represented at the Nationals (approximately 1,000 senior youth attended the event.) California has consistently placed well overall each year. As you can see by the Supervisor s list, the organizing committee consists of many volunteers. Please take the time to thank them for their generosity. Without them, there would be no Classic. This year marks the fourth year of us bringing the horse show and educational contests back together at one event. With your help, we can make 2015 even bigger and better! We welcome everyone to participate in the Educational Events, share the information with fellow members, and get them excited about the 4-H Equine program. We very much look forward to seeing each and every one of you in Elk Grove this year! From the California 4-H Horse Classic Planning Team Goals of the 4-H Horse Classic: Establish new friendships with fellow 4-H members and leaders. Encourage networking between counties to build leadership with a common interest. Provide opportunities for youth statewide to share their passion for horses. Participate in social and educational programs by being a participant, not a spectator Provide opportunity for youth to gain knowledge and skills Experience and develop greater personal growth. Continue to develop leadership and citizenship skills. Share personal experiences with others through things that have been meaningful to your growth and development. Promote good sportsmanship Provide a unique opportunity for horse project members to compete on a different level beyond the county, district or regional basis. Raise funds to help support the California delegation to attend the National 4-H Horse Classic. Raise funds to assist counties with equine resource libraries for educational purposes California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 2

3 The California State 4-H Horse Classic June 24 28, 2015 Brookside Equestrian Center, Elk Grove, CA Officials Show Manager & Entries: Interim- Steven Worker at Event Secretary: Nikki Wilson Barn Manager: Regina Matthews Volunteer Coordinator: Awards: Hospitality & Recreation: Johnna McDougald and Norma Fry Samia Macon Jessica Croxon, Dyllan Bond, Ryan McDougald Horse Classic Planning Team: Shauna Bond, Lassen Dyllan Bond, Lassen Debbi Foster, San Joaquin Regina Matthews, Santa Clara Nikki Wilson, San Bernardino Lynn Warren, Riverside Christine Fry, Madera Dawn Stafford, Fresno Sammie Macon, Placer Johnna Mc Douglad, Madera Ryan Mc Dougald, Madera Norma Fry, Madera Contest Supervisors: Educational Contests: Public Speaking & Demonstrations: Lynn Warren Hippology: Judging: Horse Bowl: Nikki Wilson Horse Show: Western, Rail & Reining: Trail: English Rail: English Over Fences: Gymkhana: Miniature Horse Division: Regina Matthews Shauna Bond Dawn Stafford Dawn Stafford Shauna Bond TBA 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 3

4 State 4-H Horse Classic FEES Demonstrations & Public Speaking: $15.00 individual $30.00 team Hippology & Horse Judging $15.00 individual ($45.00 per 3-member team or $60.00 per 4-member team) Horse Bowl $15.00 individual ($60.00 per 4-member team or $75.00 per 5-member team) Championship Horse Show $15.00 per class** ******Early Bird Class Fees $10.00 each (Save $5) entries and fees must be in by May 26th***** Miniature Horse Classes $15.00 per class Warm-up tickets $10.00 / warm-up Warm-up Jumping Course will run starting Thursday 4:00p.m. Trail Course - will run starting Friday time TBA (following jumping) **You need only pay to warm up if using the set-up course. Warm-up arenas are available at no cost to those not using the courses.** Gymkhana Warm-up $10.00 for 2 runs Time Only warm-up on Cloverleaf barrels and/or Pole bending Drug Fee $ 5.00 One $5.00 fee per horse entered Stall Fee $80.00 Bedding not included - you must provide your own bedding or contact Brookside or one of the local feed stores to arrange for bedding during regular business hours. MUST BE PRE-ORDERED!! If you will arrive after they close you must bring bedding with you. Shavings only for bedding. Tack Room $70.00 Haul-in Fee/day $25.00 Only pay Haul-In Fee if not ordering a stall. Either a stall fee or a Haul-In Fee MUST be paid for every horse showing. Day use Stall Fee $35.00 Pre-Purchase Hats $15.00 Pre-Purchase Shirts $15.00 $3.00 discount for ordering online $3.00 discount for ordering online Show Program $5.00 All classes, exhibitors & sponsors will be listed in program RV Fees Paid to Brookside Limited full-hook ups or self contained. RV reservations are handled by Brookside Equestrian Center, not by 4-H. Contact them directly for RV info EDUCATIONAL POST Entries accepted until June 19th - FEE: $ 20 per person per event Educational events only Absolutely no Horse Show post entries. **Any Horse-rider combination who is pre-entered in at least 3 classes by June 8 th can add additional classes. Add Class Fee of $15.00 per class in addition to regular class fees (i.e. $40 total per class). NOTE: Added class entries are due at the show office by 5:00 pm on the day before the class. A penalty of $30.00 must be paid if a check for payment of entry fees is refused by the bank. Only cash, certified check or money orders are acceptable for fees and penalty payment 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 4

5 Deadlines Horse Show and Educational Contest Entries Due: June 8, 2015 Educational Entries are accepted until June 19 th with a late fee*. PLEASE USE A SEPARATE ENTRY FORM FOR EACH HORSE/RIDER COMBINATION. Make Checks Payable to: UC Regents Entries can be received via regular mail or overnight delivery to: California State 4-H Horse Classic Steven Worker State 4-H Office nd Street Davis, California Entries may be done online: Horse Show: Educational Contests: Steven Worker can be contacted via at: smworker@ucanr.edu A check or money order and an original Entry Form, Medical Form and Participant's Agreement with all original signatures must be submitted to be considered a valid Entry NO FAXES WITH CHECK AND ORIGINAL FORMS TO FOLLOW. All entrants (or a member of their family or a friend) are REQUIRED to work a minimum of two (2) hours as a volunteer at some time during the Classic. Exhibitors, you must send in your signup with your entry or contact the Volunteer Coordinator to set up a time. If you or a designee is NOT signed up to work, your show number will not be released. Any adult or youth helping must be a 4-H certified volunteer leader or enrolled 4-H member OR must sign the University of California waiver of liability. The following is a completed entry: 1. One Participants Agreement per exhibitor with signatures of 4-H member, parent, leader and 4-H staff 2. One Entry Form per horse and rider combination (horse show only) 3. One Educational Entry form per exhibitor (educational entries only) 4. UC 4-H Youth Medical Release Form 5. Entry fees paid in full 6. Volunteer Form filled out. 7. Optional; team entry form for Judging and/or hippology teams (by coach/leader, 1 per team) 8. Optional, sponsorship form Any entry information and/or sponsorships received after June 8 th will not be included in the program or on T-Shirts. *EDUCATIONAL POST Entries accepted until June 19th - FEE: $ 20 per person per event Educational events only Absolutely no Horse Show post entries California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 5

6 SPONSORSHIPS Sponsorships are necessary to provide a quality educational experience. We encourage 4-H members to secure sponsorships in a variety of ways; High Point Awards, Horse Show Class sponsorships. *** Exhibitors bringing in sponsorships may reduce their entry fees ** For each $100 class sponsorships brought in by exhibitor, exhibitor will receive one free class. For each $250 High Point sponsorship brought in by exhibitor, exhibitor will receive 5 free classes. Each exhibitor bringing in $1000 in sponsorships will get their class fees and stall fees waived. Get enough sponsorships and get all your CLASS FEES paid for! Sponsorships must be received by time of check in at show. Sponsorship Levels Day Sponsor ($2,000) Fully supports one day of events, includes: facility, judges, and class awards. Banner displayed during day of sponsor, donor announced throughout the day. Educational Event Donor ($1,000) Fully Supports Public Speaking/Demonstrations, or Horse Bowl, or Hippology, or Horse Judging 4 sponsors total, 1 per educational event Recognition given during Educational contest with signage and announcements High Point Award ($250) High Point features a custom design engraved buckle. Horse Show Class ($50) Funds 1st through 10th place ribbons per class awards. Sponsors are recognized before and during the Horse Classic through a wide variety of methods including the registration materials, website, program, and announced throughout the show. Sponsors of $500 or more will have banners with their name displayed during show. Please let us know should you not wish your name included in any publications. Please make your check payable as follows: California 4-H Foundation Mail to: California 4-H Foundation Attn: 4-H Horse Classic UC Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources 2801 Second Street Davis, California No goods and services will be exchanged for gifts (sponsorships). All gifts are tax-deductible. PROGRAM ADS Information available on the website at VENDORS Information available on the website at California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 6

7 SCHEDULE TUESDAY, June 23, 2015 Move in: stalls will not be available until 1pm 1:00 7:00 PM Show office open WEDNESDAY, June 24, :00 AM Show office opens 8:00 AM Contestants Meeting for Hippology Contest & Horse Judging Contest on patio next to cafe Hippology Rotation of written test, stations and group problem 12 NOON Lunch Break for all contestants 1:30 PM Horse Judging & Hippology Halter & Performance Judging classes Horse Judging Oral Reasons to follow 5:30 PM Contestants Meeting Demonstrations and Public peaking Contests 6:00 PM Demonstration & Public Speaking Contest 7:00 PM Ice Cream Social Meet and Greet THURSDAY, June 25, :00 AM Show office opens 7:00 AM Mandatory height measuring for all ponies competing this day. Location: behind show office 7:00 AM Contestants Meeting on patio next to cafe 7:30 AM Ring #2: English Showmanship followed by English rail classes 2:00 PM Horse Bowl Contestants Meeting - Elk Grove Mill s Pavilion Horse Bowl contest, Junior Division followed by Senior Division 4:00 8:00 PM Ring #1: Over Fences Warm Ups** 6:00 PM (Approximate time) Dinner Break for Horse Bowl contestants and Judges, Horse Bowl continues until conclusion *High Point Awards for English Flat Classes handed out approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the day s classes 8:00 PM Dancing with Line Dance Instructions FRIDAY, June 26, :30 AM Warm up arena available 7:00 AM Show office opens 7:00 AM Mandatory height measuring for all ponies competing this day. Location: behind show office 7:00 AM Contestants Meeting on patio next to cafe 7:30 AM Ring #1: Short/Long Stirrup Over Fences classes followed by: Low Hunters Over Fences classes followed by: Children s Hunters Over Fences classes followed by Clover Medal Eq over fences and Gamblers Choice Jumpers Following the last Over Fences class - Ring #2: Versatility Class - $5 entry fee to be paid at the gate 4:00 7:00 PM Ring #1 Trail Warm Ups** 7:00 PM Awards Banquet: Educational Events & Over Fences High Point - Elk Grove Mill s Pavilion 9:00 PM Movie Night SATURDAY, June 27, :00 AM Show office opens 7:00 AM Mandatory height measuring for all ponies competing this day. Location: behind show office 7:30 AM Ring #2: Western Showmanship followed by, Western Rail classes, 9:00 AM Ring #3: Horsemanship, Western Riding & Reining 9:00 AM 2:00 PM Ring # 1: Trail * Rings 1, 2, and 3 will run concurrently starting at 9:00 AM. Rings #1 & 3 will be run on an open card. It is YOUR responsibility to get your classes completed *High Point Awards for Western Classes will be handed out approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the day s classes 4:00 6:00 PM Gymkhana Warm-Ups, time only 6:00 PM Dollar Bill Bareback Class Youth $1.00 entry fee Dollar Bill Bareback Class Adult $10.00 entry fee 8:00 PM Swim Party Sunday, June 28, :300 AM Show office opens 6:30 AM Mandatory height measuring for all ponies competing this day. Location: behind show office 7:00 AM Contestants Meeting on patio next to café 7:30 AM Ring #2: Gymkhana Show *High Point awards for Gymkhana Show will be handed out approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the day s classes 9:00 AM Ring #1: Miniature Horse Classes 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 7

8 GENERAL INFORMATION Current Exhibitor s Premium Book supersedes previous premium books or rules. No outside ATV s, golf carts, mopeds or scooters will be allowed or permitted on the grounds. Bicycles allowed in non-horse areas, youth must wear an approved helmet. (4-H Policy) No dogs allowed in horse area (4-H Policy) Brookside will access a fine for every form of damage found in or on your stall. No nails, staples, etc. will be allowed to hang stall drapes, banners, etc. To request special accommodations (i.e. needs for a handicapped contestant, medical condition, etc.), the 4-Her s project leader must contact show management prior to June 8 th Participants will be ineligible to compete until all registration & entry forms with appropriate signatures are complete and all fees paid. If missing, project leader s and 4-H staff s signatures may be verified with show management by telephone. Telephone number must be provided. Show office: Exhibitors are requested to register promptly at the show office upon arrival. The show office will be open Tuesday, June 23 rd at 1pm until conclusion of show and each day throughout the show from 7:00 a.m. until after the last competition or class of the day. Show office phone TBA Stabling and grounds facilities: Stabling will be in box stalls and will be open to exhibitors Tuesday, June 23 rd starting at 1pm Exhibitors are to vacate the stalls by 12 midnight, Sunday, June 28 th. Early arrival must be arranged with the show management and will be charged an extra fee by Brookside Equestrian Center. The Barn Manager will be on the grounds from Tuesday, June 23 rd throughout the show. Each horse must be assigned a separate stall unless no stall is requested, in which case a grounds fee of $25.00/ horse will be charged. Tack rooms may be requested for $70.00 each. Bedding will not be provided. Exhibitors may order bedding or feed from Brookside or one of the local feed stores. Assignment of stalls is entirely at the discretion of the show management. Horses must be placed in stalls assigned and no changes will be permitted without the express consent of the Barn Manager Regina Matthews (408) Day use of stalls will be $35.00 a day per horse. Brookside Equestrian Center can be reached at (916) for RV/Camping/ tents reservations or to order shavings or hay. Class Calls: Due to unforeseeable problems with any mechanical device, the PA system and paddock calls must be considered a courtesy. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to be sure that he/she is at the proper location for educational events as well as his/her horse is at the arena gate at the prescribed time. Every effort will be made to maintain a working PA system to carry class calls; however, no protest will be upheld, nor will any class be changed on the basis of a PA malfunction alone. In classes where horses compete collectively, after the warning is issued that competitors are to appear at the in-gate ready to participate, the in-gate will be closed two minutes after the first horse enters the ring. Participants meetings will take place each morning prior to the day s events, it is suggested that all participants, leaders, and parents attend. Any changes to the schedule or event clarifications will be given at the meetings. If you do not attend and a change is announced at the meeting, show management is not responsible for missed classes, etc. FEED & BEDDING: You may bring your own feed and bedding or call Brookside Showpark and purchase bedding or feed prior to arrival: (916) ACCOMMODATIONS LOCATED NEAR BROOKSIDE: check out Brookside Equestrian web site for local hotel and restaurant suggestions: Hilton Garden Inn, 9241 Laguna Springs Dr., Elk Grove (961) Best Western Plus, White Rock Road, Rancho Cordova (916) Holiday Inn Express 9175 West Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove (916) Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova (916) SUPERVISON AND CODE OF CONDUCT: A certified 4-H volunteer adult leader(s) must be named as a chaperone and on grounds when 4-Her(s) are present. The adult(s) must be named on the individual s registration form. Parents, as non 4-H leaders, may only chaperone their own child(ren). A certified 4-H leader must supervise at all times while youth are working with or riding horses. Adequate adult supervision is required in order for the 4-H accident insurance to be valid and in force California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 8

9 4-Hers must abide by the code of conduct. Any infractions may disqualify 4-Her from classes and/or high point awards or they may be asked to immediately leave the grounds. This is your ONLY warning. Additional infractions will result in consequences. All adults must adhere to the adult code of conduct; remember that this is an educational, fun event for our exhibitors, parents, guardians and leaders. Unsportsmanlike conduct on the part of the exhibitors, parents, guardians or leaders will be subject to removal from the premises for the remainder of the show with no refund of any monies paid. Code of conduct please read carefully All, youth and adults, will demonstrate respect for one another and their property Youth participants may not leave grounds without permission of their chaperone Possession and use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, and drugs (other than prescription medication) is prohibited. (4-H Policy) Obscene and discriminatory language, roughhousing and insubordination will not be tolerated at any time Accept volunteer assignments and complete in a timely manner Provide assistance to other 4-Hers, as requested Parents, 4-H Leaders and/or riders in Over Fences and Trail must help set up courses A 4-H Adult Leader or parent must be present when youth is using wash racks Absolutely no parking in the barn area. Use designated parking areas. Be responsible for the care of your horse(s) i.e. watering, feeding, grooming In practice areas, take your turn and allow others equal time Be on time for classes; being late may disqualify you from the class Do not tie horses to fences, stall doors or other unsafe areas Clean stall daily and/or day use area upon leaving. Use designated wash areas only. Clean up wash and grooming areas after each use. Wear an equestrian helmet, which meets ASTM/SEI standards, while riding at all times Must wear boots with heels while riding i.e. no bare feet, sandals, or athletic shoes No riding in shorts, long pants must be worn No double riding or bareback riding on the grounds. Hair extensions are allowed for both horse (artificial tails, or switches ) and riders (clip-on pony tail or bun) Walk, do not trot or lope, horses in barn area and areas outside of arenas Must follow the Warm Up Arena Rules and/or directions of the supervisor (see below) Please remember - all competitors and families are asked to place all trash and garbage in containers provided throughout the grounds. Also, be very careful to use the designated wash rack areas. Your assistance and cooperation will assure that we can continue to hold the Classic Event in the future at this wonderful facility. Overnight RV parking and tent camping are allowed at the Brookside facility. ALL OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A PASS AND PAY A CAMPING FEE. Electricity & water hookups are available on a first come; first serve basis. To reserve a camping space, contact Brookside at (916) Parking: Specific areas have been set aside for parking of horse trailers. Special parking areas will be available for exhibitors showing from trailers. Fire regulations prohibit parking between the barns, except where designated. All vehicles must be parked in approved areas. REFUNDS: No class refunds will be given without a veterinarian or doctor s certificate prior to the start of the show. No refunds will be given for educational events or stabling/grounds fees, RV accommodations or self-contained camping reservations within 20 days of the event as these fees are pre-paid to the Brookside Equestrian Center. Refunds for injury or illness during the Show MUST be submitted to show management no later than July 8, No refund requests of any kind will be accepted after that date California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 9

10 2015 CALIFORNIA STATE 4-H HORSE CLASSIC CHAMPIONSHIP HORSE SHOW PRIZE LIST CLASSES AND DIVISIONS OFFERED Divisions: Classes or divisions with less than FIVE entries may be combined or cancelled. Exhibitors may not cross enter divisions on the same horse with the exception of Open classes. Junior: An exhibitor, 13 years of age or under as of January 1st of the current year. Senior: An exhibitor, 14 years of age or older and not yet 19 years of age as of January 1st of the current year. Pony: Any breed under 14.2 hands. Rider may be any age. Novice Rider: 2 gaited division (walk/trot). Based on the rider and limited to first and second year members with no age restriction but limited in performance (no cantering/loping in ANY event) once a member moves into walk, trot; canter class (this includes English, Western, and Gymkhana divisions) they may not move back into the beginning rider division. Limited to two years, once having shown at State Classic rider must move out of this division. Green Horse: 2-gaited division (walk/trot), Based on the horse, first and second calendar year of showing in any discipline ridden by experienced 4-H members. Once having shown at State Classic they are no longer eligible for this division. Miniature Horse Division: Classes to be offered; Showmanship, Trail Obstacle, Jumping, Bi-Rangle, Pole Bending, and Single Stake. Exhibitors need not have qualified for the 2015 State Horse Classic. Miniature horses must be 38 or less in height. For further information please refer to the AMHA web site at OVER FENCES DIVISIONS: Cross Rail Division: trot or canter, open 18 cross rails Open to all exhibitors except Novice Rider, Green Horse. To be shown at the trot or canter. Short/long Stirrup: Beginners Beginner division, exhibitor has successfully completed the Cross Rail division and is able to complete a course at a canter. After showing at State Horse Classic for no more than 2 years rider must move on to next division the following year. This division is designed for the horse and rider who are moving up from the Cross Rail division. As they are still beginners, minor infractions will be judged accordingly. Low Hunters: (Intermediate Class) Intermediate division, exhibitor has successfully completed the Short/Long stirrup division, or is capable of jumping an entire course at a canter without breaking gait, refusals, etc., and exhibitor possess a solid seat and leg in order to safely complete the course. Children s Hunters: (Advanced Class) An advanced division, exhibitor has successfully completed the Intermediate division, or is capable of jumping an entire course at a canter without breaking gait, refusals, etc. Exhibitor must possess a solid seat and leg in order to safely complete the course as well as knowledge and training of the techniques required for the requirements of advanced classes. The horse must be solid and experienced at jumping the indicated height, without refusals, etc. Clover Equitation Medal over fences: ): intermediate to advanced class. For members wishing to compete over a more challenging equitation course over fences. Gamblers Choice Jumpers: An advanced class for those exhibitors wishing to jump higher jumps for points and time. Horse must be solid and experienced at jumping larger, more advanced jumps. Not a class for beginners. Versatility Class will be offered on Friday evening at following the last Over Fences class. Come test you re riding skills and have fun in the versatility class! In this event, you'll first compete in English Pleasure. After the judge has placed the class, the "helpers" (2, 1 youth and 1 adult) you've chosen will be signaled to carry your Western tack and clothes into the arena. As the helpers brush down your horse and tack up, the riders "change" into Western attire. (Think of zipping chaps over your breeches, or slipping jeans over your breeches. You can also slip off your hunt coat, and add a bright Western scarf over your ratcatcher shirt.) There is a two-minute time limit for the change, which adds to the excitement! The next phase is Western Pleasure, and after that, the riders compete in cloverleaf barrels. The entry fee is only $5.00 at the gate, and there will be some special prizes for the winners! Western Riding: 2015 will be the first year we have offered this class, qualifying in any Western Class other than Showmanship will qualify an exhibitor for this class. AQHA Level 1 (Green) Western Riding Pattern 1 will be used and can be found at: California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 10

11 PARTICIPATION AWARDS: All exhibitors at this event will receive a participation award. CLASS AWARDS: Champion and Reserve Champion neck ribbons will be awarded in each class for the 1st and 2nd place winners. Award ribbons will be given to third through tenth place. The top 5 in Clover medal classes will receive medallions. All awards will be presented at the end of each class and as scheduled for the High Point Awards. Depending upon sponsorships, there may be special breed and/or overall awards given to the high point horse and rider combination. HIGH POINT AWARDS and Reserve Hi Point Awards: Belt Buckles will be awarded to the horse/rider combination earning the most points and special award will be awarded to those with the 2 nd highest points scored in each of the divisions listed below. A. Western Walk/Trot Novice Rider Points are awarded in each class as B. Western Walk/Trot Green Horse follows: C. Western - Pony 1 st - 10 pts. D. Western Junior 2 nd - 9 pts. E. Western Senior 3 rd - 8 pts. F. English Walk/Trot - Novice Rider 4 th - 7 pts. G. English Walk/Trot - Green Horse 5 th - 6 pts. H. Over Fences - Long/Short Stirrup 6 th - 5 pts. I. Over Fences - Low Hunters 7 th - 4 pts. J. Over Fences - Children's Hunters 8 th - 3 pts. K. English Flat Pony 9 th - 2 pts. L. English Flat - Junior 10 th - 1 pt. M. English Flat - Senior Ties for high point will be broken as follows: # of 1 st place, # of N. Gymkhana - Junior 2 nd place, placing in showmanship, placing in Equitation. O. Gymkhana - Senior Q. Miniature Horse Division Special Award Overall High Point: will include only horse show classes, open classes will not be included, educational classes will not be included. One Overall High Point Award will be given at the conclusion of the show California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 11

12 HORSE SHOW RULES Eligibility: 1. Contestants must have won a 1 st, 2 nd, or 3 rd in the same class at a State Classic Qualifying Show to be eligible to enter the Championship Horse show. All County Fair, District Fair, Regional Fair, Citrus Fair and State Fair 4- H Horse Shows qualify for this Championship show. In addition, shows designated by the County Youth Advisor and/or County Horse Resource Leader will also qualify. Each county may have a maximum of 3 qualifying shows. The qualifying period for this show is: June 7, 2014 to June 7, For purposes of clarification, the qualifying period shall be what we refer to as the current Horse Show Year. The horse shown must be the member's project at least 120 days prior to the show (February 24, 2015) but need not be owned by or registered to the exhibitor (i.e., leasing of horses is acceptable). 2. In the case where a county horse show does not hold a class (i.e. Equitation Medal class), an exhibitor who has qualified (1 st, 2 nd or 3 rd ) in their division Equitation class may also enter the Medal class. Likewise if a county show combines divisions so the exhibitor doesn t compete in their division but instead in a combined division (i.e. Pony rider riding in a Junior class), again, if that exhibitor qualifies they may ride at State Classic in their correct division. 3. In the case of showmanship, please note that English Showmanship and Western Showmanship are different classes and must be qualified for separately. 4. Entry Deadline: June 8th Overnight mail or personal delivery may be necessary if your show date falls to close to the entry deadline. No Horse Show post entries accepted. Entries may be made online: 5. The horse shown must be the member's project at least 120 days prior to the show but need not be owned by or registered to the exhibitor (i.e., leasing of horses is acceptable.) Exhibitors shall show in their respective divisions based upon their age as of December 31, 2014 regardless of their. Seniors will be defined as 14 years but not yet 19 years of age as of December 31, Pony Division exhibitors are based on the height (14.2) and breed of the animal rather than the age of the exhibitor. All Ponies will be measured at the show each morning. Once your pony has been measured at this show it is not necessary to have it measured again at this show. If any pony measures taller than 14.2 they will be placed in appropriate age bracket. A Miniature horse is defined as being 38 and under. 6. The judge may refuse to discuss a decision with anyone unless the individual first requests permission from show management. Show management will only give permission for judges to discuss with riders a decision upon the completion of the day s classes to be judged. 7. The rider will be disqualified from all remaining classes and previous points won will NOT count towards the high point awards if the following occurs: Deliberate failure of the rider to immediately leave the arena when so instructed by the judge, or: Use of offensive language or unsportsmanlike behavior, or; Harassment of the judge, show management and/or fellow competitors. 8. Any protest must be submitted in writing within two hours of the alleged violation and be accompanied by $100 cash deposit. The protest must be specific and state one or more proposed solutions to the situation. The protest will be discussed and a final decision will be made by the State 4-H Advisory Committee within 24 hours after submission to the show office. The deposit will be returned if the protest is upheld. Protests will be considered only if there has been a violation of stated rules. The decisions of the judges, veterinarians, and timers cannot be protested and are final. 4-H rules stated in this information overrides USEF, California Gymkhana Association and AMHA rules Hers must wear an equestrian helmet which meets ASTM/SEI standards while mounted at all times, i.e. during classes, practice areas, and pleasure rides. If a helmet is not worn, the rider will be disqualified from all remaining classes and previous points won will NOT count towards the high point awards. There will be no appeal process. 10. Appropriate Attire Recommendations: English Attire: Hunt or Saddle seat coat, shirt, breeches or jodphurs, boots and ASTM/SEI helmet. Western Attire: Long-sleeve western shirt, pants or jeans, belt, tie, and ASTM/SEI helmet. Showmanship: 4-H Uniform, English or Western attire. 4-H Uniform is appropriate for all events California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 12

13 Silver and/or professional show clothes (i.e. chaps) will not count over good, working equipment Advertising of any form on the clothing worn is not permissible In the showmanship classes, the ASTM/SEI helmet is not required but is recommended by state 4-H policy 11. Exhibitors are required to care for, prepare for showing and show their own animals. Adult help (including parents/trainers) in grooming, exercising and preparing for show at this Championship 4-H Horse Show may cause the member and/or animal to be disqualified. Adults may assist the member when necessary for safety purposes. No adult may mount a 4-H project horse to school, prepare for a class or ride for pleasure (In the event an exhibitors horse must be used as a fill-in for the judging contest or for the dollar bill bareback class an adult would be allowed to ride said horse for contest but schooling will not be allowed). (Disqualification consists of withholding ribbons or awards, elimination from further competitions and removal from the show grounds.) It is strongly encouraged that older, more experienced 4-H members help younger, less experienced members. 12. There is to be no coaching from the rail during classes, adults may help exhibitors in the warm up arena. After the second offense exhibitor will be disqualified from the show, two strikes and you re out. 13. Inhumane treatment of any animal will be cause for eviction from the grounds. All horses must be under control at all times anywhere on the grounds or in the arena. Horses presenting a danger to themselves or others may be excused from the arena and/or the show. 14. Any and all decisions of the judges shall be final. No exhibitor shall be allowed, under any circumstances, to interfere with the judge(s), during their adjudication, or with Classic s staff and management. 15. Horses that are owned or leased as a joint project may be shown but may not enter the same age level categories or in any class that has show time conflicts. No more than 2 exhibitors per horse. 16. All equine species are eligible i.e. horse, pony, miniature, mules and donkeys. No stallions may be shown or permitted on the grounds at any time Hers are not eligible to participate if they or their horses have been trained under the judge within 90 days of the show date. 18. Any rule not addressed in these pages may be found at the United States Equestrian Federation website: under rule book (equitation, hunter/jumpers and western divisions). California Gymkhana Association web site (gymkhana) And (miniature horse classes). 19. Show management has the right to limit the number of exhibitors due to safety, facility accommodations and time schedule. If a rail class is divided, the classes will be judged as a preliminary classes, the judge will then call back his/her choices to return in a final class to complete for awards. 20. A daily sheet listing classes and detailed schedule will be posted. There will be a contestants meeting each morning prior to the show, it is recommended that the exhibitor and/or parent and/or leader attend, any changes to the show and announcements will be made at this time. 21. The rider and horse must be under control and deemed safe by the judge and/or show management and will be excused from the class if the horse or rider presents a safety issue for self or others. There will be no appeal process. 22. If a green horse is a junior horse (five years of age or under) and is being shown Western it may be shown with two hands in a snaffle or a bosal or any legal Western Bit as described in the bits section of the USEF Rulebook. If a green horse is a senior horse (older than 5 years of age) and is showing Western it shall be shown in any legal western bit as described in the bits section USEF Rulebook. If a green horse is being shown English it may be shown in any legal bit as described in the bits section of the USEF Rulebook. 23. In the English Showmanship classes, horse is to be shown in an English bridle. 24. In showmanship class, The exhibitor that is in the hole or up next, may warm up their horse (i.e. set up, jog, & pivot) to prepare for their turn before the judge. A special area will be set up for this next in line warm up California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 13

14 25. Patterns/courses will be posted at least one (1) hour prior to start of class and will be available for exhibitors at check in. The NRHA reining pattern 8 will be used for the Clover Reining Medal Class and can be found on the 4-H web site. For Western Riding, AQHA Level 1 (Green) Western Riding Pattern 1 will be used and can be found at: All shows held in California are subject to the state equine drugging laws. Exhibitors shall inform show management of all drugs and medication administered to a horse within 72 hours prior to the show. A declaration form containing the name of the drug, its purpose and time/date of administration shall be presented to the show management prior to the entrant s first class. If medication contains a prohibited substance, the horse must be withdrawn from competition for at least 24 hours after administration of the medication. For more information, go to Look under the state tab and then equine medication and monitor. 27. Exhibitors placing first in their class will qualify to enter in the State Fair County Fair Best of Show 4-H Horse Show in 2016 at Cal Expo, Sacramento. Not all classes are recognized at State Fair, Novice and Green horses are not eligible. For further entry information, go to WARM UP ARENA RULES: 1. There will be one or more warm-up arenas designated each day of the horse show. 2. Lunging will be permitted only in a fenced arena. 3. Horses being lunged or ridden must be under control at all times. No galloping or excessive speed will be tolerated. 4. ASTM/SEI approved helmets, appropriate boots and long pants must be worn while riding. 5. No riding bareback or riding double is allowed (exception: dollar bill bareback classes) 6. Please be considerate of others while in the warm-up arenas. Allow a safe distance between horses when passing, and do not cut off others when returning to the rail. 7. Exhibitors must follow all other rules put forth by the warm up arena supervisor. If these rules are violated, or there is a safety concern, you may be asked to leave the warm-up arena. WARM UP TICKETS: can be ordered ahead of time with your entry. This is recommended for participants who are in the jumping or trail classes. Warm-ups will run the DAY PRIOR to the event, so Jumping Warm-ups will run Thursday afternoon and Trail Warm-ups will run Friday afternoon. The cost will be $10.00 per ticket. For jumping warm-up, the exhibitor will receive a 2 minute allowance and will be able to jump a course of at least 8 jumps. Coaches are allowed in the ring. For Trail Warm-up, three (3) exhibitors will receive a 10 minute allowance and will be able to school over a modified course. Coaches are allowed in the ring. Gymkhana warm-up: Exhibitor will be allowed 2 runs for time only on Cloverleaf Barrels or Pole Bending. Warm up areas that are free of cost are available for those not wishing to use a course. ***NOTE!! If you purchase more than one warm-up ticket you will be required to do one go, then leave the ring and get back in line. This is to ensure that all members with a ticket have the chance to get their warm-up. NO EXCEPTIONS!! 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 14

15 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Championship Horse Show Class List English Flat Classes 1 English Showmanship Senior 2 English Showmanship Junior 3 English Showmanship Pony 4 English Showmanship Green Horse 5 English Showmanship Novice Rider 6 English Equitation Senior 7 English Equitation Junior 8 English Equitation Pony 9 English Equitation Green Horse 10 English Equitation Novice Rider 11 Hunter Under Saddle Walk/Trot-/Canter - Open 12 Hunter Under Saddle Walk/Trot - Open 13 English Pleasure Senior 14 English Pleasure Junior 15 English Pleasure Pony 16 English Pleasure Green Horse 17 English Pleasure Novice Rider 18 English Horsemanship (pattern) Senior 19 English Horsemanship (pattern) Junior 20 English Horsemanship (pattern) Pony 21 English Horsemanship (pattern) Green Horse 22 English Horsemanship (pattern) Novice Rider 23 English Equitation Medal Open (walk/trot/canter) Over Fences Classes 24 Hunter Hack Ground Rails Novice Rider 25 Hunter Hack Ground Rails Green Horse 26 Hunter Hack X-Rails 18 Open 27 Equitation over X-Rails 18 Open 28 Working Hunter over X-Rails 18 Open 29 Hunter Hack Short/Long Stirrup 30 Equitation over Fences Short/Long Stirrup 31 Working Hunters Short/Long Stirrup 32 Jumpers Short/Long Stirrup 33 Hunter Hack Low Hunters 34 Equitation over Fences Low Hunters 35 Working Hunters Low Hunters 36 Jumpers Low Hunters 37 Hunter Hack Children's Hunters 38 Equitation Over Fences Children's Hunters 39 Working Hunters Children's Hunters 40 Jumpers Children's Hunters 41 Clover Medal Equitation Over Fences Open (walk/trot/canter) 42 Gamblers Choice Jumpers Open (walk/trot/canter) 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 15

16 Western Classes 43 Western Showmanship Senior 44 Western Showmanship Junior 45 Western Showmanship Pony 46 Western Showmanship Green Horse 47 Western Showmanship Novice Rider 48 Western Equitation Senior 49 Western Equitation Junior 50 Western Equitation Pony 51 Western Equitation Green Horse 52 Western Equitation Novice Rider 53 Western Pleasure Senior 54 Western Pleasure Junior 55 Western Pleasure Pony 56 Western Pleasure Green Horse 57 Western Pleasure Novice Rider 58 Western Horsemanship Senior 59 Western Horsemanship Junior 60 Western Horsemanship Pony 61 Western Horsemanship Green Horse 62 Western Horsemanship Novice Rider 63 Western Riding Open (walk/trot/canter) 64 Clover Medal Reining Open (walk/trot/canter) 65 Trail Senior 66 Trail Junior 67 Trail Pony 68 Trail Green Horse 69 Trail Novice Rider Gymkhana Classes 70 Washington Pole Bending Senior 71 Washington Pole Bending Junior 72 Washington Pole Bending Pony 73 Speed Barrels Senior 74 Speed Barrels Junior 75 Speed Barrels Pony 76 Cloverleaf Barrels Senior 77 Cloverleaf Barrels Junior 78 Cloverleaf Barrels Pony 79 Bi-rangle Senior 80 Bi-rangle Junior 81 Bi-rangle Pony 82 Quadrangle Senior 83 Quadrangle Junior 84 Quadrangle Pony 85 Single Stake Senior 86 Single Stake Junior 87 Single Stake Pony 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 16

17 Miniature Horse Classes 88 Miniature Horse Showmanship Open 89 Miniature Horse Trail Obstacle Open 90 Miniature Horse Jumping Open 91 Miniature Horse Bi-Rangle Open 92 Miniature Horse Pole Bending Open 93 Miniature Horse Single Stake Open 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 17

18 H California State 4-H Horse Classic PARTICIPANT S AGREEMENT Must be signed by parent/guardian, exhibitor, project leader AND county office or county resource leader. Entry will not be accepted without signatures. Member Name: Club: County: Horse(s) (if participating in horse show): List Horse Shows and Dates where you qualified: My child has my permission to participate in the California State 4-H Horse Classic held at the Brookside Equestrian Center. I further authorize the adult in charge to do whatever he/she deems necessary, including obtaining necessary emergency treatment &/or placing him/her under a physician s care in the event of illness or physical injury. I understand that while at this event, my child is expected to adhere to the 4-H Code of Conduct & I acknowledge that a 4-H Release Agreement is on file at the 4-H Office in my county. Parent/Guardian Signature I have read the 4-H Code of Conduct and State Horse Classic Rules and will follow them. This entry form certifies that I am nine years old or older, that I have been enrolled in the 4-H program and in the Horse Project for over 120 days (if exhibiting in horse show), and that I own or lease the horse that I am riding at this event. 4-H Member s Signature As the 4-H Horse Project Leader, I certify that this 4-H member has been enrolled in 4-H and in the Horse Project for over 120 days (if exhibiting in horse show), and that he/she has cared for the horse that they will be riding at this event. Leader s Signature This 4-H member has been enrolled in 4-H and in the Horse Project for over 120 days (if exhibiting in horse show) and is eligible to compete at this event. County Staff Signature Date 2015 California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 18

19 H California State 4-H Horse Classic CHAMPIONSHIP HORSE SHOW ENTRY FORM Use separate entry form per horse/ rider combination Entry Deadline June 8, 2015 Entries can also be made online at: Exhibitors Name: Horses Name: Address: City: Zip: Phone: Address: Club: County: Rider s B/D: Rider s age: As of Dec 31 st, 2014 Check Division(s): Junior Senior Green Horse Novice Rider Pony Cross rails Short/Long Stirrup Low Hunters Children s Hunters Miniature PLEASE CIRCLE THE CLASS(ES) YOU ARE ENTERING BELOW: Drug Stall or Grounds $25.00= or Day Tack Late entry fee:$10.00/class*= Early bird = Warm-up $10.00 = $15 = $15 = $5 = TOTAL DUE: *Any Horse-rider combination who is pre-entered in at least 3 classes by June 8 th can add additional classes. Add Class Fee of $10.00 per class in addition to regular class fees (i.e. $25 total per class). NOTE: Added class entries are due at the show office by 5:00 pm on the day before the class. ENTRIES CLOSE: June 8, 2015, Make Checks Payable to: UC Regents. Entries can be received via regular mail or overnight delivery to: California State 4-H Horse Classic, Steven Worker State 4-H Office 2801 Second Street Davis, Ca Participant s agreement with signatures is required and must be turned in by close of entries. County office or designated county resource leader s signature required California State 4-H Horse Classic Horse Show Premium / Revised May 18, 2015 Page 19