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1 RIO GRANDE MULE AND DONKEY ASSOCIATION SHOW RULE BOOK 2008 (revised 09/2014) 1

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Disclaimer General Show Rules Awards Inhumane Treatment Drugs and Medications Unsoundness and Injury Judges Points Tie Breaker Sizes (Animals) Definitions Ages (Animals and Contestants) Clothing Miscellaneous In-Hand Classes Donkeys Bits Saddles Prohibited Equipment Other Optional Equipment Mules Western Equipment English Equipment Driving Equipment Gymkhana, Packing and Trail Equipment Class Descriptions Possible Class List 2

3 DISCLAIMER All persons, including but not limited to participants, spectators, volunteers, vendors, judges, or others, take part in RGMDA events entirely at his/her own risk. RGMDA accepts no responsibility for loss, injury, damage or death to persons, animals or property. Participants will not hold responsible, club members, show committee, and/or officers of the RGMDA. WARNING ALL ACTIVITIES INVOLVING HORSES, DONKEYS, MULES OR PONIES HAVE INHERENT RISKS FOR PARTICIPANTS. NEW MEXICO STATE LAW PROTECTS OPERATORS, OWNERS, TRAINERS, PROMOTERS AND OTHERS FROM LIABILITY FOR INJURIES WHICH ARE THE RESULT OF AN EQUINE ANIMAL S BEHAVIOR. USE THESE FACILITIES AND/OR RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK. EQUINE LIABILITY ACT SJC/SENATE BILL 268.AA 1993 GENERAL RULES: Sportsmanship shall be of the utmost importance. IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: THE JUDGE S DECISION AT RGMDA SHOWS IS FINAL THERE IS NO AVENUE FOR PROTEST.. IF YOU DON T LIKE THIS RULE SHOW ELSEWHERE. We encourage people of all abilities to participate. Contestants with special needs should contact the show committee or show management so that we can make accommodations on an individual basis. Please note the helmet rule in clothing section. mandatory for youth/juniors in ALL riding and driving classes. RGMDA reserves the right to excuse or disallow any entrant from competition in club sponsored shows for any reason. All animals, exhibitors & spectators at the show are expected to be well-mannered and under control at all times. Any animal, exhibitor or spectator who presents a threat to safety will be asked to leave the show arena and possibly the show grounds by the judge, ring steward, show committee or show management. 1

4 AWARDS: A. Type of awards and or ribbons shall be left up to the show committee B. High point awards may be given in addition to class awards INHUMANE TREATMENT: A. When an exhibitor, owner and/or his representative acting on behalf of the exhibitor is guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct and/or inhumane treatment of a mule, donkey, or hybrid, RGMDA can suspend the rights of such exhibitor, owner and/or his representative acting on behalf of exhibitor from participating in future RGMDA shows for such a period as judged appropriate by the show management or show committee. The judge may disallow or disqualify an entrant using legal equipment in a manner causing undue distress to an animal whether done intentionally or unintentionally. B. No person on the show grounds, including but not limited to barns, stalls, parking area and show area, may treat a mule, donkey, or hybrid, in an inhumane manner, which includes but is not limited to: 1. Placing an object in an animal s mouth so as to cause undo discomfort or distress. 2. Tying an animal in a manner as to cause undo discomfort or distress. 3. Using chemicals to sore or irritate skin on the animal. 4. Using training paraphernalia on an animal that causes undue discomfort or distress. 5. Engaging in any behavior that results in the presence of blood anywhere on the animal. C. Upon discovery by any show official of inhumane treatment, show management shall excuse the party(s) involved from the remainder of the show competition, without any reimbursement of entry fees, stall fees and /or camping fees. DRUGS AND MEDICATIONS: Performance enhancing drugs are not allowed, and the judge may choose not to place an animal suspected of such abuse. The judge's decision is final. UNSOUNDNESS AND INJURY: The judge shall not allow any mule/donkey/hybrid to participate when unsoundness, illness, or injury sufficient to affect the animal s serviceability is evident. This is at the judge s discretion. JUDGES: A. All judges must be approved by the show committee or management. B. No judge shall judge any animal they own or lease or any person he or she may be related to (sister, brother, wife, husband, mother, father, etc.) except in timed events such as gymkhana events. C. THE DECISION OF THE JUDGE IS FINAL. Any questions to the judge must be handled via the ring steward. D. Judges are urged to dress and act in a professional manner. E. The judge may prohibit the use of bits and or equipment he or she may consider too severe. F. A judge may dismiss any person or animal from the competition for bad conduct of one or both. G. Once a class has been judged, it shall not be re-judged, and once the judge has marked his or her final record there shall be no changing. H. In the case of timed gymkhana events, the judge may be a member of the show committee and does not have to be someone hired to judge. That person must be knowledgeable of the gymkhana rules. 1

5 POINTS: A. The High Point award is based on the 1 exhibitor and 1 animal rule. B. Points will be awarded to the mule/donkey/hybrid, not the rider/handler. C. Mules/donkeys/hybrids may be shown only once in each class with the exception of packing. D. Point system: The following system was adopted by the RGMDA based on AMA rules and will be used for tabulating High Point at shows and year-end awards, if applied. No points will be awarded to a disqualified animal. # of Entries 1st place 2nd place 3rd place 4th place 5th place 6th place or more Grand Champions, Halter-2pts; Reserve Champions-1pt E. Show management has the right to combine or cancel classes with only one exhibitor. F. If a jackpot class is included, then the payoff shall be: One placed 1 money=100% Two placed 2 monies=60%-40% Three placed 3 monies=50%-30%-20% Four placed 4 monies=40%-30%-20%-10% TIE BREAKER: In case of a tie, the following rules will be used to establish the winner: 1. The animal that has competed in the greatest number of classes. If a tie still exists then: 2. The animal that has competed against the greatest number of animals. If a tie still exists, then: 3. Flip a coin. 2

6 SIZES: Animals may be required to be measured with an official measure at the show. Mules Miniatures under 48 inches Saddle / Pack 48 inches and over Draft Mule out of draft stock. Donkeys Miniatures 36 inches and under both sexes Standard Jennets Over 36 and under 54, Jacks or Geldings over 36 and under 56 Mammoth Jennets 54 and over Jacks or Geldings 56 and over AGES (Mule/Donkey/Hybrid) For the purpose of determining eligibility for competition, the age of the animal shall be computed by the calendar year starting on January 1 of the year foaled. AGES (Contestant) A. Leadline - 6 years and under B. Youth/Jr. 18 years and under C. Adult -19 years and older (includes youths if no youth classes are offered). D. Jack Benny 50 and over E. Open-all 3

7 CLOTHING: Equestrian riding helmets or hard hats: mandatory for all youth under 18 in all riding or driving classes. A. Halter Classes - Western or English attire is permitted. Split or regular skirts are allowed. Boots or sturdy, safe shoes should be worn. Hats are optional, however if a hat is worn it may not be a baseball style. It is the option of the contestant to wear long or short-sleeved shirts. B. Western Performance - Long pants, split riding skirts, appropriate sidesaddle skirt or apron, long or short sleeved shirts, hats optional but if a hat worn it has to be western style, no ball caps. Western style boots with a heel are required. Chaps optional. Helmets optional but encouraged for adults but mandatory for youth. C. English performance - Breeches or jodhpurs, long or short sleeve shirts, jackets optional but recommended, appropriate sidesaddle skirt or apron. Helmets are mandatory for youth & adults. Helmets are mandatory for any classes with a jump. English style boots (dress, field, paddock.) Half chaps/gators are permitted over a boot/ shoe with a heel. (See English section for more details.) D. Driving - Drivers and passengers should be dressed conservatively. Dress of the driver should conform in type to the turnout. Appearance should be neat and clean, an apron or rug is optional but recommended. Driver must wear hat, gloves and carry a whip in hand with a popper to reach to the shoulder of the farthest animal. E. Gymkhana - Casual clothing that is comfortable and appropriate for the type of class entered (no shorts). Footwear must be safe and sturdy (no sandals) and have a heel of 1" or more.. Hats are optional. Judge may excuse any contestant if he/she deems clothing inappropriate or unsafe. It is mandatory that all youth less than 18 years old wear an approved hard hat/helmet. F. Packing - Casual clothing that is comfortable and appropriate for the type of class entered (no shorts). Footwear must be safe and sturdy (no sandals)and have a closed toe. Hats optional. MISCELLANEOUS: A. All exhibitors must wear correct entry number in the show ring to participate in the class. Failure to do so could lead to disqualification. B. All contestants shall be fully prepared to compete when name or class is called. Failure to be prepared can lead to disqualification unless prior arrangement has been made with show management. C. The ring steward has charge of all activities in the arena. He/she is the mediator between the judge and contestant. D. If only one entry is entered in a class, the entry may still complete the class and be judged. The judge may place a single entry in a position other than first, at his or her option. E. Gate will not be held for any animal, except for a tack change. Contestant must notify paddock in advance if gate hold will be needed. Not more than 10 minutes will be allowed for a tack change, classes will close 2 minutes after first animal enters the show arena. Once a class is closed, the gate will be closed and remain closed until judging is complete 4

8 F. RGMDA shows are open to all mules, hinnies, donkeys, zonkeys or zorses unless otherwise stated on premium. G. All show entry fees shall be the same to all RGMDA members, with the exception that lower entry fees may be charged for entry into youth classes. An exhibitor does not have to be an RGMDA member to compete, but it is the show committee s discretion if they want to charge a higher entry fee for non-members. H. The show will not be permitted to start earlier than the advertised time. I. The exhibitor is responsible for errors on the entry blank, especially if handwriting is illegible. It is up to the show management s discretion as to whether a mule/donkey/hybrid entered in the wrong class may be allowed to change classes. J. The show management has the right to combine or cancel any classes due to lack of entries, hazardous conditions, or acts of nature. However, jack donkey classes cannot be combined with any other classes. K. Refunds will be given at the discretion of the show management. IN-HAND CLASSES: (open to handlers of all ages) *Note - parents/guardians should be cautioned to be responsible and allow youth and special needs contestants to show only safe animals in these classes. In-Hand Classes may be provided to allow miniatures, young, small, or unrideable mules, donkeys or hybrids of any size or age to compete in shows. In-Hand animals should be shown in a clean, safe, sturdy halter. They may be shown without other tack, unless the individual class specifically calls for saddles, packing equipment, or other equipment to be worn. Handlers should be in control of the animal at all times. In Hand-Trail class animals will be judged in the same manner as ridden trail classes. In-Hand Gymkhana type classes will be judged by timing and completing the course correctly. Unruly or unsafe animals may be asked to leave the arena at the discretion of the judge. Small children or disabled handlers may be allowed a responsible adult to accompany them into the arena for safety purposes, however, if the responsible adult attempts to aid in any way, points will be deducted. Disabled handlers with special needs should speak to the show committee prior to the class. Jacks may compete in In-Hand Classes with one adult handler as long as they are in the arena alone with the gate closed. Jacks may not compete in group In-Hand classes. No whips are allowed in these classes. DONKEYS: Zonkeys - will be shown in the donkey classes. Donkeys will be subject to mule rules with the following exceptions: BITS: Donkeys may be ridden 2 handed in any type of bit. Donkeys may be shown in any type of humane bit or bosal. Absolutely no rigid material or wires will be permitted under the jaws or over the nose regardless of how padded or covered. Curb chains must be flat and not too tight, curb straps must not be unusually thin. Bits may be inlaid, but smooth. Examples of acceptable bits are snaffles, mullen mouth, straight bits, kimberwick, western curb bits with moderate ports and shanks. Your hands on the reins must reflect the type of bit you are using. Example: curb bits require one hand and you cannot switch hands once the class starts. Snaffle bits require two hands. Donkeys in driving classes may be shown with all traditional humane driving bits as well as mullen mouth bits. Inhumane bits will be disallowed at the discretion of the judge. 5

9 SADDLES: Any style saddle may be used on donkeys in all classes except English classes where traditional English saddles and tack should be used. No bareback pads will be allowed. PROHIBITED DONKEY EQUIPMENT: Harsha bits, tiedowns, martingales (except in Driving classes), draw reins, sharp roweled spurs, twisted wire or chain mouthpieces. Excessive ports and shanks on curb bits may be disallowed at the discretion of the judge. Bareback pads not allowed. See Gymkhana equipment. OTHER OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT: Breechings, cruppers, breast collars, chaps (see mule section for other optional equipment). Humane spurs, riding crops may be used but not in front of the cinch/girth. Contestants may be disqualified for excessive use of crops or spurs. MULES: Hinnies and Zorses will be shown in the mule classes. In classes other than traditional Western or English classes, (gymkhana, trail, etc.) mules may be ridden in non-traditional saddles such as Australian, McClellan, Endurance, etc. When the saddle type is generic, the riders' dress will determine the style. Bareback pads are not permitted. WESTERN EQUIPMENT: A. Whenever these rules refer to a hackamore, it means the use only of flexible, braided rawhide, leather, or a rope bosal, the core of which may be either rawhide or flexible cable. Absolutely no rigid material will be permitted under the jaws or over the nose no matter how well it is padded or covered. This does not refer to a mechanical hackamore. B. Whenever these rules refer to a snaffle bit, in western performance classes, it means the conventional O-ring, egg butt, or D-ring with a ring no larger than 4. C. Slip, Harsha or Gag bits are not acceptable. D. Whenever these rules refer to a bit in Western performance classes, it means the use of a curb bit that has a solid or broken mouthpiece, has shanks and acts with leverage. Ports and shanks on curb bits must not be excessive or they will be disqualified by the judge. E. In all Western classes except Trail, animals shall be shown in a Western type saddle. For example: a normal Western, endurance, etc which has a horn. If saddle seems to be of generic type and does not fit the traditional type then the attire and equipment denotes type.. Open mules may be shown in any legal bit curb, snaffle, hackamore or bitless bridle. F. Optional equipment: 1. Rope or riata, if used, must be coiled and attached to the saddle. 2. Hobbles, attached to the saddle. 3. Tapaderos, except in working cow class, where they are not allowed. 4. Protective boots, except in Western Pleasure, Trail and Halter where they are not allowed. 5. Spurs, not to be used in front of the cinch. 6. Breeching and cruppers are optional. G. Prohibited equipment for riding classes are inhumane bits, Harsha bits, twisted wire or chain mount 6

10 pieces, excessive ports and shanks on curb bits, draw reins, sharp roweled spurs, martingales, tiedowns H. Animals must be shown in appropriate Western tack as described in perspective classes. I. Must be shown in Western bridles without training equipment. (See Clothing section for rider's attire.) ENGLISH EQUIPMENT: A. Animals must be shown in appropriate English style tack. B. English bridle shall be light show type, with regulation snaffle, Kimberwicke, Pelham, or full English bridle and have a cavesson noseband or bitless bridle. C. Huntseat animals are to use a hunting or forward seat saddle. D. Saddleseat animals are to use a show, cutback or park saddle with a full bridle (double reins on a Weymouth or Pelham bit). E. It is the judge's discretion to penalize an animal with non-conventional equipment or bits. F. Tiedowns, martingales and drawreins are prohibited. See Gymkhana G. Exhibitors must be neatly dressed in suitable attire for the type of English equipment for which they are showing in. H. Approved safety headgear, with a chinstrap fastened, must be used in all over fence classes, and by all riders under 18 years old in all classes. I. Exhibitors showing in huntseat tack must be neatly dressed in suitable attire. J. Saddle seat riders must be properly attired, conservative saddle seat suit or coat, derby or soft hat, tie and boots mandatory. Gloves are preferred. Formal attire may wear top hat. K. Sidesaddle may be ridden in huntseat or saddleseat attire. L. English spurs are optional. Roweled spurs are prohibited. DRIVING EQUIPMENT: A. The Harness: 1. It is the driver s responsibility to see that the harness is in good condition, clean and fits properly. 2. Bridles should fit snugly to prevent catching on the vehicle or other pieces of harness. A throatlatch is mandatory. Open or blind bridle may be used. 3. Harness may be of collar and hames type or breast collar type, whichever is appropriate to vehicle. 4. Martingales and side or over-checks are optional. 5. Snaffle bits, Mullen mouth bits, and other types of traditional driving bits are allowed. Bits may be covered with rubber or latex. Tying down of the tongue is prohibited. B. Vehicle 1. Drivers should strive to present an appropriate turnout. 2. Two or four-wheel vehicles may be used. C. A groom/passenger is optional in single but mandatory in pairs, teams or multiples. A groom/passenger is optional for all minis. D. An appropriate whip shall be carried in hand at all times while driving. The thong on the whip must be long enough to reach the shoulder of front animal. E. The driver is always the first person in and the last person out of the vehicle. F. RGMDA encourages the use of protective headgear and it is mandatory for drivers/passengers under 18yrs. G. Headers are optional, but recommended. 7

11 GYMKHANA EQUIPMENT: A. You may show in any saddle. Any type of humane bit or bridle is permitted. Two hands may be used on reins, tiedowns and protective boots are permitted. B. It is mandatory that all youth less than 18 years old wear an approved hard hat/helmet if riding. PACKING EQUIPMENT: Animal may be equipped with a Sawbuck, Decker or regular saddle, boxes or panniers with some type of top pack and lash rope.. TRAIL EQUIPMENT: May go either Western or English-refer to respective sections for appropriate gear and attire. CLASS DESCRIPTIONS: HALTER: A. Wet mares will be allowed in the arena during foal classes but should stand well away from contestants. Mares may be asked to leave the arena by judge or ring steward if causing disruption in class. B. The intent of a Halter class is to judge the animal for the purpose for which he was bred, based upon the evaluation and analysis of visible attributes. The resulting judgment provides an index, which represents the expectations of the animal's suitability and performance capability. Considerations in the judgment are overall balance, form and structure of parts, trueness, elasticity and coordination of action, muscular development, health and disposition of animals. Animal will be judged primarily on soundness and conformation in relation to his type and intended use. C. All halter classes are to be judged on 70% conformation, 30% on way of going, soundness, fitting and conditioning and 10% on manners. D. Champion Halter animal: the first two placing animals in all Halter classes are to be lined up. The judge may ask animals to display gaits or back. If assistance is needed from ring steward, it will not count against entry. Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Halter animals will be chosen from this group. E. Jacks must wear a stallion bridle or chain halter and be under control at all times. Two handlers, 18 years or older, with two leads are required on ALL jacks. Showmanship and performance classes are not Halter classes. SHOWMANSHIP: A. Judged 10% on handler, 30% on grooming of animal and cleanliness of equipment, and 60% on showing. The handler should be neat and clean and should be courteous and sportsmanlike at all times. The animal should be clean, well groomed, feet trimmed or shod and fetlocks and bridle paths trimmed. Mane and tail should be well cared for. Not judged on conformation of animal. B. Equipment should be clean and neat and a properly fitted halter or show bridle is to be used. C. When leading, lead from the left side, in counter clockwise direction (ear to ear) animals head about one arms length to the right of your shoulder. Hold lead 6 to 18 inches from the halter. DO NOT COIL LEAD AROUND HAND. 8

12 D. When lining up, line animals in a straight line sharing available space. Stand your animal balanced on all four feet. Keep an eye on your animal and the judge. Stand at the front and slightly to one side of the animal facing the animal (45 degree angle). Move quietly to the left or right as necessary when the judge approaches or moves around your animal. Reposition the animal quickly if he gets out of position. When asked to move to another place, back from line and lead to a new location, if space is adequate behind the line. E. The judge may ask for a pattern to be worked. F. Showmanship for the RGMDA is based on the following standard: (these are only guidelines, not hard and fast rules.) There are certain helpful points to keep in mind during the performance. You are being judged at all times when in the ring. Always show your animal to its best advantage. Move promptly, quietly, and decisively around the animal. Quiet voice commands may be used. Do not ever show off or attract attention to yourself. You may be asked other things, such as picking up feet or answering general questions about your animal. Showmanship is the exhibitor's demonstration of sportsmanlike conduct, courtesy, good grooming, poise, confidence and the ability to fit, train, and handle your animal. 1. Be ready to move promptly when called. 2. Lead to judge, and stop about 10 feet from the judge. 3. When signaled, lead out briskly in a straight line. 4. At turning point, hesitate, make tight turn to right or about on haunches. 5. Do not pause animal: at end of turn lead straight to judge (trot or walk as indicated) Stop about 10 feet from judge. Diagram for sections of animal: GENERAL RULES - WESTERN PERFORMANCE: WESTERN PLEASURE: A good pleasure animal has a free-flowing stride of reasonable length in keeping with his conformation. He should cover a reasonable amount of ground with little effort. Ideally, he should have a balanced, flowing motion. He should carry his head and neck in a relaxed, natural position, with his poll level with the withers. Excessively low, un-natural headset will be penalized. He should NOT carry his head behind the vertical, giving the appearance of intimidation, or be excessively nosed out, giving a resistant appearance. His head should be level with his nose slightly in front of the vertical, having a bright expression with his ears alert. He should be shown on a reasonably loose rein, but still have light contact and control. He should be responsive, yet smooth, in transitions when called for. When asked to extend, he should move out with the same flowing motion. Maximum credit should be given to the flowing, balanced and willing animal that gives the appearance of being fit and a pleasure to ride. Obviously gaited animals should perform in their natural gait. 9

13 GREEN OR OPEN: Green or open classes are to be shown at a walk, jog and a lope in both directions of the ring on a reasonable loose rein without undue restraint. Class is to be judged 70% on performance, 10% on conformation, and 20% on manners. Entries shall be penalized for being on the wrong lead. The judge will ask all animals being considered for an award to back in a straight line. Animals will be penalized for opening their mouths while backing. Animals shall reverse to inside, away from the rail. WESTERN RIDING: Western riding is neither a stunt nor a race. It is a competition of the performance of a sensible, well-mannered, free and easy moving ranch animal which can get it s rider around on the usual ranch chores, over the trails, or give a quiet comfortable and pleasant ride in open country through and over obstacles. The contesting animal will be judged on riding qualities of gaits (walk, jog or lope), change of leads, response to the rider, manners, disposition and intelligence. The animal shall be shown in a bridle or bosal. The exhibitor will put his animal through the gate and then proceed on the routine as indicated by the pattern. Any animal not following the exact pattern will be disqualified. The judge may require the exhibitor to repeat or reverse any part of the routine. Only one hand may be used on the reins if a curb bit is used and hands must not be changed, except it is permissible to change hands when opening a gate, if the gate is in such a position as to justify a change of hands on the reins. Exhibitor may use two hands in the Green division. Hand is to be around reins, one finger between reins is permissible if using split reins. While the animal is in motion rider's hands shall be clear of the saddle and the animal. Use of spurs used forward of the cinch will be disqualified. TRAIL (RIDDEN OR IN-HAND): Trail animals are required to work over and through obstacles. No animals may enter the trail course area until the course and judge are ready. NO practicing before or during class on the course. Tests which may be required are: negotiation of a gate, carrying objects from one part of arena to another, riding through water, over a log, simulated brush riding, down into and out of a ditch without lunging or jumping, crossing a bridge, backing through obstacles, side passing, and performing any reasonable conditions encountered along a trail. A jump no taller 18 inches may be used for in-hand course and may be jumped either in the coon manner or at a trotting approach. Unnatural obstacles such as fire extinguishers, live animals, perforated plywood in water boxes or unsafe elements such as hay bales are to be avoided. The course is to include a minimum of six obstacles and a maximum of eight. Care in preparing the course should be exercised to prevent a direct advantage to either a small or large animal. Ridden trail is to include a walk, jog, and lope of suitable duration to determine the way of going. Judges are encouraged to advance on to next obstacle any animal taking more than 60 seconds at an obstacle. This is not a disqualification but will be a penalty. Entry will be evaluated on responsiveness, willingness and general attitude. The same exhibitor may enter two or more animals and the same rider may elect to show more than one animal. Obvious unsoundness must be disqualified with no prize awarded. Rail work shall not be required. No animal shall be asked to repeat the course, except in the case of a tie. The judge or ring steward may not move obstacles while the exhibitor is on course. In-hand trail may work in halter, bridle and/or saddle. A. Credits to be given: 1. Those animals negotiating the obstacles with style and some degree of speed, providing carefulness is not sacrificed. 2. Those animals showing capability of picking their own way through the course when obstacles warrant it, and willingly responding to rider s/handler s cues on more difficult obstacles. B. Penalties to be assessed: 1. Unnecessary delay while approaching the obstacles, however, a true trail animal should be relied upon to investigate an obstacle to determine its safety. An animal will not be penalized for examining obstacles within a reasonable amount of time, if the animal then negotiates the obstacle calmly and safely. 2. Severely for failure to complete an obstacle or doing it differently from the pattern (this is not a disqualification but will be a no score for that obstacle). 10

14 C. Disqualification results upon failure to follow the course. Off course is defined as follows: 1. Taking an obstacle in the wrong direction. 2. Negotiating an obstacle from the wrong side. 3. Skipping an obstacle unless directed by the judge. 4. Negotiating an obstacle in wrong sequence. D. The judge has the right and duty to alter the course in any manner or remove any obstacle he deems unsafe, as long as he makes these changes prior to the first entrant. PLEASURE RIDING CLASS: A class where the animal may go either Western or English. You must follow the rules for the discipline you have chosen to be judged. ENGLISH PLEASURE CLASS General Rules: A. The walk is a natural flat-footed four beat gait. The animal must move straight and true at the walk. The walk must be alert, with a stride of reasonable length in keeping with the size of the animal. Loss of forward rhythmic motion shall be penalized. B. The trot is a two beat gait comprised of long, low, ground covering, cadenced and balanced strides. Smoothness is more essential than speed. The knees should remain relatively flat, exhibiting minimal flexion. Short quick strides and/or extreme speed will be penalized. When asked to extend the trot there should be a definite lengthening of the stride. 11

15 C. The canter is a three beat gait, smooth, free moving, relaxed and straight on both leads. The stride should be long, low and ground covering. An over-collected four beat canter will be penalized. Excessive speed and slowness will be penalized. D. The hand gallop should be a definite lengthening of the stride with a noticeable difference in speed. The animal should be under control at all times and be able to halt in a smooth and balanced manner. ENGLISH PLEASURE - OPEN AND GREEN: English Pleasure class will be shown at a walk, trot and canter in both directions of the ring on a light contact rein without undue restraint. Class is to be judged 70% on performance, 20% on conformation and 10% on manners. Entries shall be penalized for being on wrong lead. The judge will ask all animals to back in a straight line. Animals will be penalized for opening their mouth while backing. Animals shall reverse to the inside away from the rail. HUNTER UNDER SADDLE: The Hunter Under Saddle class will be judged on performance and manner, with a preference shown to animals covering the arena with a free flowing stride that would allow for jumping. No fences are required. Any animal showing lameness, broken wind or impaired vision shall be refused an award. Judges shall award animals on merit of performance. HUNTER HACK: The hunter hack animal should move with an even hunting pace that covers the course with freeflowing strides. Preference will be shown to the animals with correct jumping style that meet fences squarely, jumping at the center of the fence. Judges shall penalize unsafe jumping and bad form over fence, whether touched or untouched, including twisting. Incorrect leads around the ends of the course or cross-cantering shall be penalized, as well as excessive use of the crop. In and outs (one or two strides) shall be taken in the correct number of strides or be penalized. Any error that endangers the animal and/or rider, particularly refusals or knockdowns, shall be heavily penalized. Animals are required to jump two fences not more than 3 feet in height. In the Green class, not more than 2 feet 6 inches in height. Donkey class not more than 2 feet in height. Jumps will be set 48 feet to 72 feet apart in a line. A ground pole is recommended for each jump. At the discretion of the judge, contestants may be asked to hand gallop, pull up, and then back up, drop the reins and stand quietly. The class will be judged on flat work, manners, way of going, style over fences and even hunting pace. WALK-TROT: Will require a walk and trot (but no canter) as described in the appropriate discipline. Class may go strictly Western(walk & jog), strictly English or a combination of both at management's discretion. DRIVING CLASSES: A. Equipment and attire refer to general rules. B. Youth will be required to have an adult passenger in their vehicle at all times and must wear a helmet/hard hat. C. Clarification of Gaits 1. Walk: The walk should be a free moving, flat footed, brisk walk but maintaining light contact. 2. Slow Trot: is a collected trot to be kept together not strung out. Cadence to be sharp and balanced with hindquarters well engaged. 3. Strong Trot: This gait should be a faster, extended, well-balanced and longer stride; over tracking is not to be penalized. Animal will flex into and around turns and will not have its head pointing to the rail or leading with the inside shoulder. Light contact to be maintained. A competitor will be excused if the turn out appears to be out of control or a potential danger to others. It is up to the judge to determine if a competitor has broken gait or reaches excessive speeds. 4. Back up: This is in two parts. 12

16 (1) To back up at least four steps - unhurried with head nicely flexed and straight, pushing back with hindquarters, with light contact and quiet aids. (2) The animal should move forward willingly into position with the same quiet aids. If your animal moves in a gait rather than a trot, such as an Icelandic, Paso Fino, ect., they will not be penalized. PLEASURE DRIVING: TURNOUT: Turnout is a pleasure driving class in which entries are judged primarily on the performance and the appearance of the turnout. Class will be shown in both directions of the arena at a walk, slow trot and strong trot. Animals are required to stand quietly and to rein back. All entries chosen for a workout may be worked in both directions of the arena at any gait requested by the judge, and may be asked to execute a test. The class is judged 40% on performance, manners, and way of going; 30% on condition, fit and appropriateness of harness and vehicle; 15% on neatness and appropriateness of attire; 15% on overall impression. WORKING: Working class is a pleasure driving class in which exhibitors are judged primarily on the suitability of the animal to provide a pleasant drive. Class will be shown in both directions of the arena at a walk, slow trot and strong trot. Animals are to stand quietly, both on the rail and while lined up, and to rein back. All entries chosen for a workout may be worked in both directions of the arena at any gait requested by the judge, and may be asked to do a test. Class is to be judged 70% on performance, manners and way of going; 20% on the condition of the harness and vehicle; and 10% on neatness of attire. REINSMANSHIP: Reinsmanship is a pleasure driving class in which entries are judged primarily on the ability and skill of the driver. Class is to be shown at a walk, slow trot and strong trot. Drivers will be required to back except multiple hitches. All drivers chosen for a workout may be worked at any gait requested by the judge and may be asked to perform a test. The driver should be seated comfortably on the box so as to be relaxed and effective. Either the one hand or two-handed method of driving is acceptable. Common to both methods, the elbows and arms should be close to the body with an allowing but steady hand enabling a consistent feel with the animal's mouth. Drivers should not be penalized or rewarded for using one method over the other. In order to evaluate a driver's versatility, the judge may request a test involving driving with one hand. Class is to be judged 75% on handling of reins, whip, control, posture, and overall appearance of the driver; 25% on the condition of harness, vehicle and neatness of attire. GAMBLERS CHOICE: Class is to be driven over a course of unnumbered obstacles each carrying a specific point value. Each driver has the same amount of time (3 minutes) to negotiate as many obstacles as possible. Each obstacle is assigned a point value according to its degree of difficulty and each driver tries to amass as high a score as possible within the time allowed. At the starting line you salute the judge. After passing through the starting line, the driver drives through the obstacles in any order and from any direction. Each obstacle may be driven twice, but not in succession. If driven a third time no points will be awarded. No obstacle may be driven once it has been disturbed (exception on obstacles which are designed to be knocked down). No points will be awarded for an incorrectly completed obstacle. If the obstacle is correctly driven, but not disturbed, it may be attempted again in this class - the circling rule does not apply. If an animal should refuse or run out at an obstacle without penalty, the obstacle may be attempted later, and if correctly driven, the appropriate points will be recorded. A signal will sound at the end of the allowed time and the driver must then exit through the finish markers then the total time on the course will be recorded. If the competitor has begun an obstacle when the signal sounds, he may complete that obstacle and receive the appropriate points then proceed through the finish markers for a total time to be recorded. Whether or not the competitor is committed to the obstacle at the signal, will be left to the discretion of the judge. Placings are determined on a high score basis. Time will decide ties. If a tie occurs in both points and time, the winner will be decided by a drive off. Class is to done at a walk or trot. 13

17 Cones Course: To be driven over a course of numbered obstacles consisting of gates of cones, one on each side of the numbered gate. Usually 10 gates. After passing through start markers, the driver shall proceed through each gate in numbered order, in the correct direction. This is a timed class. The fastest time wins. For every ball knocked down, a 3 second penalty is added to the actual time. No cantering permitted, only walking & trotting. More than 3-5 steps of cantering results in elimination. Taking the gates in the wrong order or from the wrong direction is grounds for elimination. Ride & Drive: A. Classes will be separate for donkeys & mules. B. Animals will first be driven and judged as a pleasure driving class. Upon command, animals will go to the center of the arena for a tack change to continue the class to be judged as a pleasure riding class. 1.Riding tack must be carried into the arena by the helper. It may NOT be carried in the vehicle during the class due to safety issues. C. Tack change 1. One helper may assist the driver/rider make a tack change. The helper will also be responsible for removing the vehicle with the driving equipment from the arena as soon as the change has been made or as instructed before the class. 2.It is not necessary to use a halter in the transition between driving bridle and riding bridle, but animal must be in continuous control. (Use of a rein, lead or some other available strap around the neck is appropriate.) Removal of ALL equipment, even for a moment, may result in disqualification. D. Failure to have a header in place or removal of bridle while the animal is still between the shafts will result in automatic and immediate and immediate disqualification. E. The same person is to drive and ride the animal. F. Animal judged on ability as a combined riding & driving animal. 1. Judged 60% under harness on manners, way of going and general turnout. 2. Judged 40% under saddle on manners and way of going. G. Appropriate English or Western attire and equipment may be used. 14

18 PACKING CLASSES: OPEN PACK CLASS: Each packer to furnish one saddle, pack animal, swamper to hold the animal, manty and lash ropes. The show management will furnish the goods to be packed. No person competing in the contest can help the show management set up the loads. The goods can be anything that has been or can be packed by an animal. The judge must approve the goods to be packed prior to the start of the contest. Prior to the start of each heat, the goods are to be arranged for each packer by the show management, and the arrangement will be the same for each packer. This is the ring steward's responsibility. The packer can arrange his animal, manties and lash rope to suit him. He cannot touch the goods or the equipment until the judge's signal to go and time will end when the animal crosses the finish line. The distance between packing area and finish line will be the same for each packer. The packer must have control of the animal when he crosses the finish line. The judge will inspect the hitches as in the box and diamond hitch class. Both types of hitches can be used but both do not have to be used. The judge will inspect for balance and for protection of the animal from the load. PACK THROUGH OBSTACLE: Animal must be fully packed before entering arena, including top pack and cover tied down. Contestants will be judged on tightness of pack and lash cinch, and performance over and around obstacles. Contestants will be allowed three refusals or 60 seconds at each obstacle. To be judged 75% on performance and 25%, on pack time. Contestants may use any pack or riding saddle. COON JUMPING: A. Handler may be dressed in casual clothing and sturdy, closed toe shoes. B. No saddle required on animal and either a bridle or halter may be used. C. Equipment: free standing jump will have a single, vertical, freely sliding cross bar which will drop if animal fails to make the jump. D. Two attempts may be made at each height in a maximum of 60 seconds. E. The standing point is 14 feet back from the jump. F. The handler may stand to either side of the animal and jump or may stand in front of the animal on the other side of the jump. The handler must have the reins or lead in his or her hands at all times. G. No physical force or abuse of the animal will be allowed. H. No chain through the mouth, under the jaw, or over the nose will be allowed. I. Animals shall jump until there is only one animal remaining with a clean go. LEADLINE: The purpose of this class is to exhibit the superiority of our animals as mounts for very young children. Animals must wear suitable bridle, but must wear a halter for leading purposes. Child may hold reins but must not control animal. Handler must lead. Animal must walk freely by side of handler stopping smoothly, starting well and with safety to rider. Must show perfectly gentle manners but must be alert and active and not sluggish. Child riding must be 6 years or younger and must not be held onto animal. Class will be judged 90% on manners, performance, suitability, 10% on soundness and manners. For children 6 and under, helmets are mandatory. Riders with special needs may be entered in this class and must also wear helmets. GYMKHANA CLASSES: General rules: A. A timer and judge must be provided for each event B. Time shall be taken when the donkey/mule crosses the line both at the start and finish. In pair events, the time shall be taken on the first animal to cross the line. C. In no event shall animals to be tied together. D. In all events where a line is designed, it shall mean a white line, not an assumed line between two poles. E. In all events (except events such as Run Ride and Lead, Trotting Race, Walking Race, Pack Race, etc) two poles or cones spaced 30 feet apart shall designate the length of the start / finish line. The animal must pass between these poles at the start/finish or be considered off course. F. Ties: It shall be optional to the riders to flip a coin or accept a runoff. In breaking a tie, the loser 15

19 takes the next lower position. In the event of a disagreement, the decision shall be up to the judge. If both riders are disqualified for stepping on or outside any lines of the keyhole runoff, the fastest time wins. When the course is measured, the measurement shall be taken from the center of the barrels, poles, containers or other properties. G. Mounted- Riders shall be considered mounted when the knee is over the centerline of the animals back. In the events where mounting is required rider must be mounted when crossing the finish line. H. Re-rides: In the event of interference, a re-ride shall be at the discretion of the judge. All re-rides shall be run after the last rider of the event. On any re-rides granted for failure of all timing devices, five second penalties received on the first run, if completed, shall carry over on the second run and no additional five second penalties may be incurred. I. In the Flag Race, Potato Race and Stake Race, riders must reset the containers. In Scurry events, poles shall remain down until rider clears course. In pole bending poles should be reset whenever possible while rider clears course. In all other events ring crew will reset the equipment. J. Specialty classes not in the rulebook may be run at RGMDA show as long the rules are posted for all contestants to read either on the entry form or at the show. GYMKHANA PENALTIES: There shall be a five second penalty for each of the following 1. For each knock down of a stake, pole or barrel, other than those used as containers. 2. In the Flag, Potato, or Stake Race if the last rider fails to put the flag into the container and/or upsets the last container, and crosses the finish line. DISQUALIFICATIONS: 1. Runouts, refusals, leaving the course, unsettling starting pole, crossing the line out side of the start finish markers, circling any object while on course except flag races and other container events. A balk is not a refusal if the animal finally finishes the course correctly. Any animal that passes completely an obstacle on the wrong side will be considered off course. 2. In any event, intentional striking or spurring of the animal ahead of the elbow or cinch. 3. Unsportsmanlike conduct, use of profane language, unnecessary roughness, abusing the animal, disorderly conduct of any kind. Judge may disqualify an unmanageable animal for reason of safety. 4. Teams will be disqualified if the animal waiting his turn crosses the starting line before the animal completing the course crosses the finish line completely. 5. In all events which require mounting or dismounting in the course of the event, any rider mounting from the wrong side of the line, or dismounting from the wrong side of the line. Riders must remain on designated side of the line at all times until mounting and after dismounting. Animals must have all 4 feet over the line. 6. In the flag race, potato race or stake race, if the last rider going on course knocks over the first container and fails to reset it. 7. In the flag race failure to complete course with flag portion of broken staff. 8. Circling around any marker considered part of the course before crossing the starting line when mounted. Circling any object more than once with the exception of those considered containers. KEY HOLE RACE A. A keyhole will be marked with white flour or lime according to diagram below. B. At the starting signal, rider crosses the starting line, races into the circle of the keyhole, turns his animal and returns across the starting line. C. Stepping on or outside any lines of the keyhole or running past the neck of the keyhole will disqualify the animal and the rider. A judge must be at the keyhole to decide upon these disqualifications. BOOT RACE: A. Each contestant will have one of his boots placed directly in front of him/her at the opposite end of 16

20 field. B. Riders will be mounted and lined up at starting line, when starting signal is given, will race down to the line of boots put on own boot mount animal and race back to finish line. C. Distance from starting line shall be 120 feet. D. Rider may pony express mount but must be mounted when crossing finish line. MUSICAL STALLS: A. Needed are poles that define the stall space. You will need as many poles as you have entrants plus one. Example: If you have 10 entrants you will need 11 poles. B. From here on out it is like musical chairs - almost. Animals are ridden at your leisure around the arena when the music stops you must ride to a stall. C. The person that does not have a stall leaves. D. A stall is then removed from the competition before the music starts again. D. When the music starts again you remount and repeat. E. The last person remaining wins. IN-HAND JUMPING: Miniatures and In Hand must complete a posted course of jumps no less than six jumps no more than eight. Class is a speed event & may be run either at the walk trot or canter. It is also an option to walk to each one and coon jump. The fastest time with no jumps down wins. FLAG RACE: A. There shall be a barrel set 120 feet from the starting line with a three pound coffee can filled three quarters full of sand or dirt and centered on top of the barrel. A wooden stake, 14" long and a minimum of 7/8" in diameter shall be placed in the can with a flag wrapped and tacked and a 4" square remaining. B. At starting signal, rider crosses starting line, goes down and around barrel and carries flag back across starting line. C. Knocking over can and or barrel is a five second penalty. Dropping flag before crossing finish line is a disqualification. FIGURE EIGHT STAKE RACE: A. Four poles are to be used. Two set 120 feet apart at the opposite ends of the course with two center poles set 30 feet apart at a point halfway between the two end poles, these two center poles will mark the start and finish line. B. Rider starts between two center poles and runs a figure 8 around the two end poles. The direction of the first turn is optional. C. Fastest time wins. CALIFORNIA STAKE RACE: One pole is set 120 feet from the start /finish line. Rider crosses the starting line and races down and around the pole, turning right or left, and back across the finish line. POLE BENDING: Pole bending is a timed event. The pole bending pattern is to be run around 6 poles. Each pole is to be 21 feet apart, and the first pole is to be 21 feet from the starting line. Contestants may start either to the right of the first pole and then run the remainder of the pattern accordingly. Knocking over a pole shall carry a 3 second penalty. Failure to follow the course shall cause disqualification. Contestant may touch a pole with his or her hand without penalty. Breaking the time line shall be a cause for disqualification. TEXAS BARRELS: A. Three barrels shall be placed in a triangular formation. Number 1 and 2 barrels 17

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