Kern County 4-H Horse Project

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1 Kern County 4-H Horse Project Rules, Regulations, & Ring Etiquette RULES AND GUIDELINES 0

2 FOR KERN COUNTY 4-H POINT HORSE SHOWS Additional Classes 29, 34 Alternate Horse. 3 Arena Requirements. 36 Artificial Ornaments. 5 Attire.. 9,10 Awards Barrel Racing 23 Speed Barrels 23 Birangle Stake Race 25 Bits: Approved, Prohibited. 7, 8, 9 Class List. 29, 30 Class Size. 5 Crossbar. 11 Cruelty to Horses. 6 Curb Straps. 9 Definitions. 27 Deposits 33, 34 Dogs. 4 Drugs. 4, 5 Eligibility 3, 4, 30, 31 English Bits. 7 English Equipment. 6, 7 English Equitation. 11 English Pleasure. 11 Entries 34, 35, 36 Faye Sarret Memorial, Western Riding.. 16, 17 Green Pleasure. 14 Halter. 10 Handy Hunter (English Trail). 11 Horse Field Day. 30 Hunter Hack. 11 Jack Perry Equitation Medal Class 14, 15 Judges. 34 Jumping Junior Horse. 28 Loss of Control. 6 Lunge Line. 10 1

3 Management Guidelines. 34 Medal Class 14, 15 Member Eligibility... 3, 4, 30, 31 Novice Equitation. 28 Novice Pleasure. 28 Novice Horsemanship. 28 N.S.F. Checks. 33 Paddock Steward. 34 Points Pole Bending. 24 Protest. 5 Quadrangle Stake Race. 26 Registration Papers. 4 Reining. 17 Reining Patterns Ring Steward Show Etiquette 5 Show Grounds 36 Showmanship 10 Sportsmanship 5 Ties 22, 33 Timed Events General Rules 22, 23 Trail. 16 Walk/Trot-Jog First Year Rider. 27 Walk/Trot-Jog Open 27, 28 Western Bits. 8 Western Equipment 7, 8, 9 Western Equitation. 14 Western Pleasure. 14 Western Riding. 16 Western Riding Patterns. 17 Western Trail. 16 Working Hunter. 12, 13 Working Hunter Patterns. 13, 14 Written Test. 30 Year End Awards

4 The rules herein and otherwise referenced are provided the for safety, enjoyment, educational / learning experience of the 4-H Horse Project members, their family, friends, and guests, judges, trainers, grounds persons, spectators, etc. It establishes the guidelines and expectations of participation and conduct. However, it is impossible to expect every scenario and / or event that may occur as a part of participation in this activity. It is therefore the responsibility and given authority of the Horse Leaders Committee Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Registrar, or Treasurer (in that order) to make decisions on situations as they arise through the course of the project, that may or not be specifically addressed within the rules. Judgment on these matters may be by committee or individually as deemed appropriate by the senior Committee member present, as need arises at or away from a horse show, and shall be final. Only shows recognized and approved by the Kern County 4-H Horse Leaders may count for year end points. (Fair excluded) Members of 4-H Light Horse Projects in Kern County 4-H clubs or members of 4-H clubs from other counties, having their horse registered as a project horse with Kern County 4-H Horse Leaders, may participate. Only one (1) horse one (1) rider combination will be allowed to collect year end points in the following divisions: Jumping Division, English Division (English Equitation, English Pleasure, Handy Hunter) and Western Division (Western Horsemanship, Western Pleasure, Trail and Showmanship). An alternate horse or horses may be used in Pattern and Speed classes. If an alternate or backup horse is used, only the horse/rider combination earning the most points will receive year end awards within the Jumping, English, and Western Divisions (however, it is possible to collect year end points in your age group on one horse, while collecting year end points in an open class, such as Western Riding, on a different horse.) Points earned must stay with the horse/rider combination while earning those points and, cannot be transferred to another horse/rider combination. Additional exception to points earned shall be adjusted as applies to the 14 and Over Scholarship. Refer to details following, in that section of the rule book. The show year shall start January 1 st and ends with Finals in September. Year end Awards shall be presented in October or November or December at a date to be selected by the awards committee. GENERAL ELIGIBILITY FOR POINT SHOWS Each member must show their own project horse, pony or mini-horse. Returning members must have registered his or her owned or leased project animal with the Horse Leaders Registrar on or before the County Horse Leaders meeting in January of the project year. Members may add an alternate point horse or horses at anytime, but must be add on horse or horses must be registered Horse Leaders Registrar not less than 72 hours prior to the show (i.e. before close of business, 5:00 p.m., the Tuesday before a Saturday show). Returning members who fail to have completed registration forms turned in by the deadline are subject to a 25 point penalty toward Year End Awards applied to each division in which they participate. Members in their first year of 4-H will be allowed to register their project horse up to one week before the first point show in which they participate with the approval of the 4-H Horse Leaders. New Horse Members have until that member s first 4-H show to turn information into the Registrar and Show secretary. However, if any information is missing or incorrect, that Rider will not be allowed to participate in the Show that day. A horse may be 3

5 registered to more than one (1) immediate family member per each class. Points will accumulate for each horse and rider team separately. The classes entered/exhibited by the shared horse shall not exceed 14 classes per show. If a horse exhibits overexertion or excessive lameness, the 4-H Horse Leaders/Judge reserve the right to scratch the horse from any or all pending classes. The County Horse Registration papers will be kept on file one year: Completed forms consist of the following and can be found online at 1. Kern County Horse Registration Form (#2J-101 two-sided) 2. COPY of Breed Registration, Statement of Ownership, Bill of Sale or Lease Agreement (#2J-102). 3. Kern County 4-H Horse Show Contract (#2J-103). 4. Medical Treatment Consent Form (4H 1109) 5. Member Code of Conduct 6. Parent Code of Conduct These forms MUST be on file with the Horse Leaders at their January meeting. Although recent 4-H registration allows for several of these forms to be signed and on file with the County electronically, paper copies are required to be on hand at the horse shows, especially as applied to the Treatment Consent From, and Code of Conduct. Registering memvers MUST provide completed paper copies of these forms with their registration packet to be considered complete. NO 4-H MEMBER MAY PARTICIPATE IN A HORSE SHOW WITHOUT THESE FORMS ON FILE WITH THE REGISTRAR NO EXCEPTIONS! Previously stated new member and renewing member registration deadlines do apply. SHOW RULES & REGULATIONS NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED ON THE GROUNDS OF ANY 4-H HORSE SHOW Regarding Dogs, it is the responsibility of each 4-H member to ensure a safe environment for themselves and other participants and visitors. Canines of any size, breed, training, etc, are strictly prohibited from the horse show grounds. Participating members are therefore responsible to ensure that their respective family member, friends and guests, trainers, etc., do not bring dogs to the show. At the discretion of the show management and the Horse Leaders, a show will be stopped until a violation of the rule is remedied the dog is removed from the show grounds. Further, the member whose family, friends, or guest is responsible for the violation as well as the offending family, friend or guest may be subject to expulsion from the show grounds and/or a penalty of 25 points towards Year End Awards in each division participated in may be applied. If the offending individual(s) is/are a trainer and/or support staff, the trainer and support staff as well as ALL members utilizing the services of that trainer and or support staff and their respective family, friends, and guests are subject to expulsion from the show grounds and/or a penalty of 25 points towards Year End Awards in each division participated in may be applied. No refunds of horse drug fees, or class fees for missed or dropped classes resulting from such an expulsion shall be granted. The member(s) is/are responsible for ALL fees associated with their show day registration, regardless. California Department of Food and Agriculture Equine Medication Monitoring Program Guidelines regarding Drugs which alter the appearance or way of going of the animal will 4

6 apply. The administration of a single nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug in accordance with the recommendations on the manufacturer s label shall be considered acceptable. Acceptable nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (nsaid) drugs are phenylbutazone ( Bute ), flunixin ( Banamine ), naproxen, meclofenamic acid ( Arquel ) and ketoprofen ( Ketofen ). However, the administration of two or more nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory substances within 72 hours prior to show date constitutes the administration of a prohibited substance and requires withdrawal from competition. Artificial ornaments (i.e. fake tails) are acceptable. Unsportsmanlike conduct by exhibitors or other persons in attendance is not acceptable. Such behavior will jeopardize the exhibitor s eligibility to participate in future shows, as deemed appropriate by the 4-H Horse Leaders. No one except the Show Manager (i.e. parents, family members, trainers) shall approach the judge to discuss anything regarding the show until after all the judged events are finished, and only with the judge s permission. Violations will result in loss of points for the rider for the day. When asked to enter the arena you must do so in a timely manner or you will be disqualified. All protest must be submitted in writing to the 4-H Horse Leaders accompanied by a $25.00 non-refundable deposit, cash only, within forty-eight (48) hours after the event. AQHA rules will prevail over all other rules, except as stated in 4-H rules and except at events where US Equestrian Federation at rules prevail (i.e. Kern County Fair and 4-H Classic). A novice open class can be eliminated or cancelled if only one (1) rider is entered at the show. (Entry fee to be reimbursed.) Rail classes with sixteen (16) or more entries will be split. BASIC SHOW ETIQUETTE Enter arena in timely manner Keep area around gate clear Always pass another horse on inside of arena Always keep at least one horse length between your horse and another horse If your horse is out of control, move to the center of the arena Be aware of other riders and their locations, especially when passing Show courtesy to fellow riders Everyone present at show should be aware and respectful of riders in classes. Anyone making a disturbance outside the arena will be asked to leave the show If your horse kicks or has ever kicked at another horse or person, a red ribbon must be placed on the horses tail. If the horse continues to exhibit this behavior, the Horse Leaders/Judge reserve the right to excuse the horse from any pending classes, and any/all future shows. 5

7 CRUELTY OR INHUMANE TREATMENT OF HORSES Spurring, striking, or beating in any manner, whatsoever, forward of the cinch, will result in the immediate disqualification of the rider. Also, excessive spurring or jerking of the reins, excessive use of bats and whips, unsafe or inhumane use of equipment or cruelty of any kind may result in disqualification of the rider. This is to be determined by Show Management, 4-H Leader(s), or Judge. LOSS OF CONTROL Any one of the following will be considered a loss of control and will result in disqualification according to the opinion of the Show Management: 1. Failure to show full control. 2. Horse unruly so the safety of the rider or other riders may be jeopardized. 3. Falling off horse while riding a course. 4. Failure to begin the course with one (1) minute after entering the arena or being unable to leave the arena within one (1) minute after finishing course. Also, failure to enter the arena within one (1) minute after being called. The horse must enter the arena unassisted. 5. A horse known as a repeated kicker should be so designated by a red ribbon attached to the top of its tail. The Show Management may ask rider to place red ribbon on the tail and, if rider chooses not to do so, they will be dismissed from the show. 6. When being ridden, horse must be properly bridled (no riding in halter only). ENGLISH EQUIPMENT In all English classes, an English snaffle (no shank), kimberwick, with French cavesson only (no dropped nose bands), and pelhams are permissible. Pelhams must be ridden with two reins. In reference to mouthpieces, nothing may protrude below the mouthpiece (bar). Solid and broken mouthpieces may have a port no higher than 1-1/2 inch. On broken mouthpieces only, connecting rings of 1-1/4 inch or less in diameter or connecting flat bar of 3/8 inch to ¾ inch (measured top to bottom with a maximum length of 2 inches) and which lie flat in the horse s mouth are acceptable. All mouthpieces must not be less than 3/8 inch in diameter with snaffles to be measured 1 inch in from the cheek ring. Only smooth round mouthpieces and straight bar of solid mouthpieces with a maximum of 1-1/2 inch high ports are allowed. If a curb bit is used, that chain must be at least ½ inch in width and flat against the jaw of the horse. Martingales and whips are prohibited. Riding crops may be used only in classes that have jumps and must be used in a humane manner. (Judge will determine if crop is being used inhumanely.) Approved English Bits 6

8 Double Single Twisted Wire Twisted Wire Slow Twist Corkscrew Correction Bit Snaffle Bit with Connecting Flat Bar Prohibited English Bits Excessive Port Triangular Mouth WESTERN EQUIPMENT Entries shall be shown with a stock saddle. Silver equipment will not count over a good working outfit. Any good Western type bit or Western hackamore (bosal) can be used. A hackamore or snaffle bit horse is one that is not more than five (5) years old. An acceptable snaffle bit is defined as a center jointed single, rounded unwrapped smooth mouthpiece of 3/8 inch to ¾ inch diameter metal as measured from ring to 1 inch in from the ring with a gradual decrease to the center of the snaffle. The rings may be from 2 inches to 4 inches outside diameter of the loose type, eggbutt, dee, or center-mounted without cheeks. If a curb strap is used it must be attached below the reins. A hackamore includes a bosal rounded in shape constructed of braided rawhide or leather, and must have a flexible nonmetallic core attached to a suitable headstall. Attached reins may be hair, rope, or leather. No other material of any kind is to be used in conjunction with a bosal (i.e. steel, metal or chains; exception: smooth plastic electrical tape is acceptable). Two hands may be used. 7

9 There shall be no discrimination against any standard Western bit. A standard Western bit is defined as having a shank with a maximum length overall of 8-1/2 inches. The mouthpiece will consist of metal bar 3/8 inch to ¾ inch in diameter as measured one inch in from the shank. The bar may be inlaid but must be smooth or latex wrapped (i.e. copper wire wrapping around the bars must be covered with latex wrap). Nothing may protrude below the mouthpiece (bar) such as extensions, prongs or rivets designed to intimidate the horse. Rollers attached to the center of the bit are acceptable, and may extend below the bar. Jointed mouthpieces are acceptable and may consist of two or three pieces and may have one or two joints. A three-piece mouthpiece may include a connecting ring of 1-1/4 inch or less in diameter or a connecting flat bar of not less than 3/8 inch to over ¾ inch (measured top to bottom with a maximum length of 2 inches), which lies flat in the mouth, or a roller port as described herein. LEGAL BIT The port must be no higher than 3-1/2 inches maximum with roller(s) and covers acceptable. Jointed mouthpieces, half-breeds and spade bits are standard. Any bit with a shank is considered a bit and not a snaffle and must be ridden with one (1) hand. ILLEGAL BITS Donut Bit Prong Bit Rigid donut mouthpieces and flat polo mouthpieces are prohibited. See diagram above. 8

10 Slip or gag bits, twisted or twisted wire mouthpieces, hackamore bits, martingale and tie downs are prohibited except in speed events. Nose bands are prohibited. Roping bits with both reins connected to a single rein at center of crossbar shall not be used. Reins must be attached to each shank. No wire or rawhide device may be used in conjunction with leather chin strap, except for a halfinch flat curb chain; minimum two inches long with leather straps at each end. SOME ACCEPTABLE CURB CHAINS ATTIRE SHOWMANSHIP and HALTER: 1. Dark blue, dark black, white or dark green jeans 2. White long-sleeved shirt 3. Boots 4. Belt 5. Green 4-H tie or 4-H collar 6. 4-H hat or SEI/ASTM-approved helmet ENGLISH: 1. Breeches or jodhpurs 2. White long-sleeved shirt 3. Appropriate boots 4. Belt (Optional: If breeches have belt loops, wear a belt) 5. Green 4-H tie or 4-H collar 6. English (unrowelled) spurs, optional 7. Protective headgear (helmet) with SEI/ASTM-approved harness in place is required and must be worn while mounted anywhere on the show grounds. NO exceptions! Chin strap must be snapped or buckled. WESTERN: 1. Dark blue, dark black, white or dark green jeans 2. White long-sleeved shirt 3. Boots 4. Belt 9

11 5. Green 4-H tie or 4-H collar 6. Equine helmet/hard hat SEI/ASTM approved (see #7 of English attire) Note: Dress allowances will be given to new members participating at their first show only. Short sleeved shirts with collars (not sleeveless or capped) are acceptable on hot days (determined by show management) when worn with the 4H scarf or tie. 4-H JUDGING REQUIREMENTS AND CLASS SPECIFICATION HALTER CLASSES: Refer to AQHA rule book. SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES: 40 % Appearance of animal (condition and thriftiness, grooming and cleanliness**) 10 % Appearance of exhibitor (grooming) 50 % Showing the animal in the ring (showmanship moving or leading, posing showing the best advantage, alertness, attitude and poise) ** Cleanliness allowances will be made for those horses competing in Morning Classes. LUNGE LINE: 1. Open to any 4-H member age 12 and older with a yearling filly or gelding that will be used for a 4-H project. 2. Exhibitors must show that they have a complete control at all times or could be excused by Show Management or Judge. 3. This class does not affect the one-horse/one-rider combination rule. 4. The horses are judged 70% on movement and 30% on conformation. 5. The exhibitor is allowed one and one-half (1-1/2) minutes to present the horse. It is suggested that the horse walk, trot, and lope in each direction, but it is not mandatory. 6. Horses are to be shown in a halter; regular or show type is acceptable. The only attachment allowed to halter is the lunge line. The lunge line may not exceed 30 feet in length with a chain or snap attached to the halter. The lunge line must hang free from halter without touching any part of the horse. A lunge whip is allowed. 7. If the horse plays on the lunge line, it shall not be counted against the horse. The judge, at his/her discretion, may penalize a horse for excessive bucking, running off, or displaying attitudes uncomplimentary to a pleasure horse such as ear pinning or tail wringing. 8. If a horse s chin or nose show signs of broken skin, rawness or bleeding, the horse will be eliminated from competition. 9. The judge will be outside the lunge circle and the ring steward will blow a whistle to indicate the beginning and end of each work. 10. Horses are to remain in the arena after they have been lunged. After all horses have been lunged, they will line up in halter fashion and prepare for conformation judging. The judge may not discriminate in favor of or against bulk, but rather for a total picture, emphasizing balance and athletic capabilities. 11. A perpetual trophy will be awarded at the year-end awards for the horse collecting the most points in this class. ENGLISH EQUITATION: 10

12 The rider is judged on seat, hands, legs, and ability to control and show horse, as well as suitability of horse to rider. Individual work will be requested. Horses of Specific breed shall not be penalized for showing at their Breed Standard (e.g. style of gait and position of rider). ENGLISH PLEASURE: Horses are to be shown at a walk, trot and canter in both direction of the ring. The judge may ask for additional gaits. Horse and rider are to be judged on performance and soundness. Entries shall be penalized for being on the wrong lead and emphasis shall be placed on the walk. Horses of Specific breed shall not be penalized for showing at their Breed Standard (e.g. style of gait and position of rider). HANDY HUNTER (English Trail): This class is set up and run similar to the Western Trail class, using the same type obstacles, There are to be SIX (6) to EIGHT (8) obstacles with the GATE, BRIDGE, and ONE (1) CROSSBAR JUMP being mandatory with a maximum height of 12 inches at center (EXCEPT FOR WALT/TROT CLASSES no jumps. Utilizing ground poles only.) If a trail judge is being used, he/she will judge this class. JUMPING: A parent s signature on the Show Registration Form signifies, as well as approves, that your child is qualified to participate in a jumping class. CROSSBAR: This class is to be performed the same as the Hunter Hack class, but instead of a straight bar jump there are to be two bar jumps per jump that are crossed in the middle with the height of no more than 2 6 at the high end of the bars. The crossbar Class is a beginning jumping class. The crossbar horse/rider combination cannot enter any straight bar jumping class as long as they are to remain in the crossbar division. The one exception is Western Trail. HUNTER HACK: 1. To be shown at a walk, trot, and canter in both directions of the ring. 2. Jump two fences no higher than 2 6 and gallop one direction of the ring. The judge may request additional work. 3. Jumps to be placed at least thirty-six (36) feet apart and no more than eighty-four (84), at twelve (12) foot increments. 4. All jumps in this class are to be straight bar. 11

13 WORKING HUNTER: 1. A minimum of SIX (6) fences are to be used and horses are to make a minimum of EIGHT (8) jumps and one direction change. 2. Fences should be placed 48 feet, 60 feet, 72 feet, or 84 feet apart, except combination. 3. Minimum height is two (2) feet and the maximum height is two feet six inches (2 6 ). 4. Show Management will choose from three different patterns. Pattern will be posted on the day of the show. ** Show management is encouraged to adjust the distance between the jumps to suit the size of the arena so as to give the rider and the horse room to work the pattern and be safe. SCORING Horse and rider are to be judged on performance and manners with the horses showing free flowing strides and jumping from these strides without interrupting rhythm. Horses should jump square to the jump and not on an angle. Horse and rider are to be judged on form and way of going. At the end of the class all horses shall be dismounted, led back into the ring and jogged past the judge for soundness. Not re-entering the arena immediately when called could result in disqualification. Faults: 1. Light touches (ticks) are not to be considered major, but may be scored in cases where elimination is difficult to determine. 2. Horse and rider shall be penalized for unsafe jumping and bad form over fences whether touched or untouched. 3. Any knockdowns shall not necessarily eliminate a horse from placing, but should be scored against the participation in a comparative manner. Major Faults: 1. Three (3) refusals (after the third refusal the rider will be allowed to take one fence only to school the horse, if it can be done in a safe and timely manner. Judge s discretion to be used). 2. Bolting from the ring. 3. Failure to keep proper course. 4. Rider using crop inhumanely at judge s discretion (behind cinch only; no shoulder or anywhere in front of cinch). 5. Horse/rider falling during competition (a horse is considered to have fallen when shoulder and hip on the same side touch the ground). 12

14 Working Hunter Pattern #1 Working Hunter Pattern #2 13

15 Working Hunter Pattern #3 WESTERN EQUITATION: Riders will be judged on seat, hands, legs, and ability to control and show horse, as well as suitability of horse to rider. Individual work will be requested. Horses of specific breed shall not be penalized for showing at their Breed Standard (e.g. style of gait and position of rider). WESTERN PLEASURE: Horses are to be shown at a walk, jog and lope in both direction of the ring. Rider will be judged on reasonable loose rein without undue restraint. Emphasis shall be placed on the walk. Horse and rider are to be judged on performance and soundness. Horses of specific breed shall not be penalized for showing at their Breed Standard (e.g. style of gait and position of rider). FIRST OR SECOND YEAR GREEN PLEASURE: Open to horses of any age that have not participated at any show or event in three gaited classes; may be shown English or Western. Year defined as a calendar year (January December) (Three-gaited). JACK PERRY EQUITATION MEDAL CLASS: This is a point accumulation class with a ride off at the Finals Show in September. At the Finals Show in September, the class will be held as in previous shows. Points will be confirmed, and the three riders with the highest accumulated points, and having eligibility (as defined elsewhere in the rules) for year end awards, will be allowed to ride in a ride-off class. At the Judge s discretion, after the last point show class, a different pattern may be posted to be used for the medal class final competition. The winner of the Finals class will receive the perpetual trophy at Year-end Awards. May be ridden English or Western. 14

16 Jack Perry Equitation Medal Class Pattern Rider will enter the ring and walk ¼ of the ring, then trot/jog ¼ of the ring, then canter/lope ½ the ring. Continue at the canter/lope down the center of the ring, approximately twenty (20) feet, start figure eight. The first circle to the left, then continue to the right circle, then finish to the left circle, making a total of 1-1/2 figure eights and two (2) lead changes. Square stop in the center of the figure eight; pick up the right lead and lope down the center of the ring. Square stop mid-way of the ring and back up. The horse should be under control at all times; excessive speed will be penalized. Simple lead changes are acceptable. At the completion of the Medal Class rider must return into the ring for placing and in the same attire as the class was ridden. At the Judge s discretion, he/she may select the top eight riders to re-enter the ring for rail work and/or dismount and mount. 15

17 WESTERN TRAIL: Trail horses must work over and through obstacles and must include a walk, jog and lope (EXCEPT FOR WALK/JOG CLASSES NO jumps. Utilizing ground poles only). Horses and rider will be judged on negotiating the obstacles cleanly, smoothly and alertly with style in prompt response to cues. Without losing control, a rider should open a gate, pass through it and close it. The gate handle should not be less than forty-eight (48) inches from the ground. While horse is in motion, the rider s hand shall be clear of a horse to avoid cueing. Horses are to be penalized for unnecessary delay while approaching an obstacle, as well as touches and knockdowns. Judges are encouraged to advance rider to next obstacle if excessive time is being taken. There are SIX (6) to EIGHT (8) obstacles per trail course, with the GATE, BACK THROUGH and BRIDGE being mandatory. WESTERN RIDING FAYE SARRET MEMORIAL TROPHY: This is a competition in which the performance and characteristics of a good, sensible wellmannered, free and easy moving ranch horse that is able to get a person around on the usual ranch chores, over the trails, through and over obstacles, or give a quiet comfortable pleasant ride in the open country is judged. A Judge may require an exhibitor to repeat or reverse any part of the routine. The competing horses will be judged on riding qualities of gaits (walk, jog and lope), change of leads, and response to rider, manners and disposition. Show Management will choose from two patterns. Pattern selection will be announced and/or posted. On the side of the pattern that has five (5) markers, these markers should be separated by uniform distance between them of not less than thirty (30) feet and no more than fifty (50) feet. Markers on the other side will be spaced to be uniform with same distance used on first, third, and fifth markers. The distance across should not be less that fifty (50) feet and not more than seventy (70) feet. The size of the arena may limit distances. 16

18 Simple lead changes are permitted, but correct flying lead changes are preferred and shall be judged higher. At the completion of the Western Riding Class rider must return into the ring for the placing and in the same attire as the class was ridden. Western Riding Pattern #1 Western Riding Pattern #2 1. Walk and jog over log 1. Walk, transition to jog, jog over log 2. Transition to lope and lope around end 2. Transition to lope 3. First line change 3. First crossing change 4. Second line change 4. Second crossing change 5. Third line change 5. Third crossing change 6. Fourth line change and lope 6. Circle and first line change around end of arena 7. Second line change 7. First crossing change 8. Third line change 8. Second crossing change 9. Fourth line change and circle 9. Lope over log 10. Lope over log 10. Third crossing change 11. Lope, stop and back 11. Fourth crossing change 12. Lope up the center, stop and back BEGINNING REINING: This class is to be judged on control and correctness of pattern not speed! (i.e. a horse and rider that does a controlled and corrected, but slower, 360 degree pivot shall count higher than a horse and rider that does a faster, but uncontrolled and incorrect spin). Again, a horse and rider that does not slide, but stops correctly, shall count higher that a horse and rider that slides incorrectly. All other scoring will follow AQHA rules on reining and keeping in mind this is a beginners class. Mandatory markers along fence or wall. Management will choose from the four patterns included within this rule book, or any pattern available in the AQHA rule book, past or present. 17

19 Reining Pattern #1 1. Walk into center of arena stop. 2. Do two (2) 360 degree pivots (spins) to the right hesitate. 3. Do two (2) 360 degree pivots (spins) to the left stop settle horse. 4. Begin on the right lead and complete two (2) circles to the right the first circle being large and of moderate speed. 5. The second circle being small and slow. 6. Do a flying lead change at the center of arena. 7. Complete two (2) circles to the left the first being large and of moderate speed. 8. The second being small and slow. 9. Do a flying lead change at the center of arena. 10. Begin a large circle to the right using moderate speed. Do not close the circle but; 11. Go straight down the side of the arena. 12. Stop. 180 degree pivot (rollback) to the left. Pick up the left lead. 13. Continue back around top half of previous circle using moderate speed. Do not close this circle but run straight down the opposite side of the arena. 14. Stop. 15. Back finish. 18

20 Reining Pattern #2 1. Proceed to center of arena, stop. Pick up left lead; complete three (3) circles to left. The first one large and fast, the second small and slow, the third large and fast. 2. Change leads at center of arena. 3. Complete three (3) circles to the right. The first one large and fast, the second small and slow, the third large and fast. 4. Change leads at center of arena. 5. Do not stop; continue on to run downs. 6. Run to far end past the marker to a square-sliding stop. 7. Complete 2-1/2 turns to the left. Hesitate. 8. Run to far end past the marker to a square-sliding stop. Hesitate. 9. Complete 2-1/2 turns to the right. Hesitate. 10. Run past center marker to a square-sliding stop. Hesitate. 11. Back ten to fifteen feet in a straight line. Hesitate. 12. Make one full turn each way, either way first. Hesitate between turns. 13. Hesitate to complete pattern. 19

21 Reining Pattern #3 1. Start at center of arena. 2. Begin on left lead, complete one circle, and change to the right. 3. Complete on circle to the right, change leads to the left. 4. Do not stop; continue loping to end of arena without breaking gait. 5. Run to far end past the marker and come to a square-sliding stop. 6. Complete 2-1/2 turns to the left. 7. Run to far end past the marker; come to a square-sliding stop. 8. Complete 2-1/2 turns to the right. 9. Run back to middle of the arena past the center marker and come to a square-sliding stop. 10. Back ten to fifteen feet in a straight line. 11. Complete on full turn each way, either way first. 12. Hesitate to complete pattern. 20

22 Reining Pattern #4 Begin at the center of the arena facing the wall or fence. 1. Beginning on the right lead, complete three circles to the right; the first two circles large and fast, the third circle small and slow. Stop at the center of the arena. 2. Complete two (2) spins to the right. Hesitate. 3. Beginning on the left lead, complete three circles to the left; the first two circles large and fast; the third circle small and slow. Stop at the center of the arena. 4. Complete two (2) spins to the left. Hesitate. 5. Beginning on the right lead, run a large fast circle to the right, change leads at the center of the arena, run a large fast circle to the left, and change leads at the center of the arena. 6. Run up the middle to the far end of the arena past the end marker and do a left rollback no hesitation. 7. Run to the opposite end of the arena past the end marker and do a right rollback no hesitation. 8. Run past the center marker and do a sliding stop. Back up at least ten feet. Hesitate to demonstrate completion of the pattern. 9. Rider may drop bridle to the designated judge. 21

23 TIMED EVENTS Cloverleaf Barrel Racing, Speed Barrels, Washington Pole Bending, Birangle and Quadrangle* are timed events. Rider s time will begin when the horse s nose crosses the start line and will continue until the course has been completed and the horse s nose crosses the finish line or finish flag is dropped. Two (2) stopwatches should be used with the average time of the watches used to be the official time of the rider. Where three (3) stop watches are used the middle time shall be the official time. Also, the second watch serves as back up. Timing lights may be used if available. In the event of a tie, a run-off may be held or the tie may be broken by a flip of a coin. If the tie is for first place or the fastest time, then a run-off MUST be held to break the tie. All times must be recorded, even in the case of disqualification. PENALTY In the event of knockdown, there will be a five (5) second penalty for each knockdown that occurs. 1. The course diagrams that are shown are intended to depict the proper course and turning direction around obstacles. A rider will be considered on course as long as they pass the obstacles in the correct direction and in the correct order and pass through the start-finish line markers. 2. Rider must wear an equine helmet (Western or English hard hat) that is SEI/ASTM approved with chin strap in place and proper attire. 3. Arena gate must be closed immediately after rider enters the arena and kept closed until the course is completed and the horse is at a walk. 4. Knocking down obstacles, including the start-finish line markers shall result in five (5) second penalty for each obstacle down (barrel, pole). Touching an obstacle with the rider s hand and/or the horse touching an obstacle that does not fall shall not result in a penalty. An obstacle that has been knocked to the ground and then bounces back to an upright position will be considered a knocked down obstacle resulting in a penalty. 5. The loss or breakage of equipment or tack while negotiating the course that prevents the completion of the course in a reasonable period of time, or in a safe manner, shall be reason for disqualification. A rider cannot change any equipment or tack after he/she enters the arena and the gate is closed. 6. Riders are permitted the use of whips, crops, quirts and western spurs if used sparingly. 7. Disqualification will result from any of the following: Spurring, striking, or beating in any manner forward of the cinch. Excessive use of bats and whips or jerking of the reins. Unsafe or inhumane use of equipment or cruelty of any kind. This is to be determined by 4-H Horse Leaders or Judge. 8. The use of a martingale or tie down is optional and permitted in timed classes. Slip or gag bits, twisted or twisted wire mouthpieces, hackamore bits, martingale and tie downs are prohibited except in speed events. Nose bands are prohibited. 9. Any one of the following will be considered a loss of control and will result in disqualification according to the opinion of the Show Management: A. Failure to show full control of the horse. B. Horse unruly so the safety of the rider or other riders may be jeopardized. C. Falling off horse while riding course. 22

24 D. Failure to begin the course within one (1) minute after entering the arena or being unable to leave the arena within one (1) minute after finishing course. Also, failure to enter the arena within one (1) minute after being called. The horse must enter the arena unassisted. BARREL RACING: The barrel racing course should be measured so the relationship between the barrels and the starting area will fit the arena. If the course if too large for the available space, the pattern should be reduced ten (10) feet at a time until the pattern fits the arena. It is important to leave adequate space between barrel and arena fence; a minimum of twenty (20) feet. Also, the minimum distance to be given at the starting and finishing area should not be less than fifty (50) feet, but greater if the arena size will allow. No rider of horse will be allowed to make practice runs on the course, nor will reruns be permitted, except when the timers malfunction. Cloverleaf Barrel Racing course layout: COURSE PATTERN: Go through the timing line, go to either barrel; #1 first, making a right turn and then to barrels #2 and #3, making left turns; or to barrel #2 first, making a left turn and then to barrels #1 and #3, making right turns; then return through the start/finish line. 1 Right Turn and 2 Left Turns 1 Left Turn and 2 Right Turns Speed Barrel Racing course layout 23

25 Left or right hand pattern may be used POLE BENDING: The Pole Bending event is to run around six (6) poles. Each Pole is to be placed twentyone (21) feet apart and the first pole is to be twenty-one (21) feet from the start/finish line. The start/finish markers should be twenty (20) feet out from the center on both sides. The pattern may start either to the right or to the left of the first pole and then run the pattern accordingly, finishing the pattern on the opposite side that you began. (See pattern). Riders will be off course if they aren t able to pass throughout the poles in the correct order. A rider may go back and correct their course when they have missed one (1) pole and not crosses through a second or third pole. A rider will be disqualified if they cross the start/finish line while making end turn around on the pole nearest the start/finish line. The rider must pass through (between) the start/finish markers. The same care should be given to allow the minimum distances between the arena fences and the end pole, as well as the starting and fishing area, as marked in the pattern. No rider will be allowed to make practice runs on the course, nor will reruns be permitted, except when the timers malfunction. COURSE LAYOUT: COURSE PATTERN: Go through the starting line; go along either side of the poles to the last pole, turn around the last pole, pass successive poles on alternating sides, turn around the first pole, continue to pass successive poles alternating sides, turn around the last pole and go along the side of the poles through the timing line. A knocked down pole does not change the pattern of this course. 24

26 BIRANGLE STAKE RACE*: Birangle stake uses two (2) poles set 150 feet from the starting line and 45 feet across from each other. COURSE LAYOUT: Obstacles required: 6 poles COURSE Pattern: Go through the timing line and run to the inside of either pole turn the pole and run to the second pole turning it in the same direction as the first pole,..pass back through the timing line to complete the course. 25

27 QUADRANGLE STAKE*: 26

28 DEFINITIONS SHOW MANAGEMENT: The Club sponsoring the show AND the Kern County 4-H Horse Leaders. KERN COUNTY 4-H HORSE LEADERS: The Kern County 4-H Horse Leaders include all active leaders who participate in the monthly Horse Leaders meetings (which are open to all parents and club members). The Kern County 4-H Horse Leaders operate under the same governing By-Laws as the Kern County 4-H Leader s Council. WALK/TROT-JOG FIRST YEAR RIDER: Division limited to riders in their first 4-H show season of their lifetime. Riders must have never shown three-gaited classes at any show OR event, and must maintain walk-trot/jog gaits during the entire show (including practice arenas). Walk-Trot/Jog 1 st year riders many not ride in the Open classes. Exhibitors showing in Walk-Trot/Jog 1 st year are only eligible for the following classes: Halter Mares Halter - Geldings Crossbar Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider English Equitation - Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider English Pleasure - Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider Handy Hunter - Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider Showmanship - Walk/Jog 1st Year Rider Western Horsemanship - Walk/Jog 1st Year Rider Western Pleasure - Walk/Jog 1st Year Rider Trail Walk/Jog 1 st Year Rider Daniel Rudnick, Inc. Non blue of the day Reining Walk/Jog (Pattern #3) 2 Gaited Riders Washington Pole Bending Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Birangle Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Cloverleaf Barrels Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Speed Barrels Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders WALK/TROT-JOG OPEN Riders must have never shown three-gaited classes at ANY show OR event, and must maintain walk-trot/jog gaits during the entire show (including practice arenas). Walk/Trot-Jog Open Riders may not ride in 1 st year classes. Exhibitors showing in Walk-Trot/Jog Open are only eligible for the following classes: Halter Mares Halter - Geldings Crossbar Walk/Trot Open English Equitation - Walk/Trot Open English Pleasure - Walk/Trot Open Handy Hunter - Walk/Trot Open Showmanship - Walk/Jog Open 27

29 Western Horsemanship - Walk/Jog Open Western Pleasure - Walk/Jog Open Trail Walk/Jog Open Daniel Rudnick, Inc. Non blue of the day Reining Walk/Jog (Pattern #3) 2 Gaited Riders Washington Pole Bending Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Birangle Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Cloverleaf Barrels Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Speed Barrels Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders Walk-trot/jog riders must continue to ride in the two-gaited classes until the rider advances into a three-gaited class. The rider may only advance at the very beginning of the following show. Once a rider has ridden in a three-gaited class they cannot return to a two-gaited class. There will be a hi-point award given at the end of the year. Hi-point awards recipients are eligible to receive this awards only once in his/her lifetime and further cannot place in any other 2-gaited or walk/jog open class or division, end of year awards. NOVICE EQUITATION (Three Gaited 13 & Under, 14 & Over): Open to riders who have not won three (3) first places in any three-gaited equitation class (during rider s lifetime) on any horse. Once the season starts, horses will be eligible to compete in this category for the remainder of the year. NOVICE PLEASURE (Three Gaited 13 & Under, 14 & Over): Open to horses that have not won three (3) first places in a three-gaited pleasure class under ANY rider. Again, this includes all shows; not just 4-H shows. Once the season starts, horses will be eligible to compete in this category for the remainder of the year. NOVICE Horsemanship (Three Gaited 13 & Under, 14 & Over): Open to riders who have not won three (3) first places in any three-gaited equitation class (during rider s lifetime) on any horse. Once the season starts, horses will be eligible to compete in this category for the remainder of the year. JR. HORSE: A Junior Horse is 5 years old or under and may be shown in a ring snaffle or hackamore with two hands (both hands must be visible to the judge) and may also be shown in a bridle (onehanded). A junior horse may switch back and forth from a snaffle to a hackamore or a bosal during the same show. If a shanked bit is used then they must ride with a shanked bit during the entire show. 28

30 REQUIRED CLASSES FOR ALL KERN COUNTY 4-H HORSE SHOWS Age=Member s age on January 1 st of the current year will be used. All classes on this list will be offered daylight permitting. 1 Crossbar Walk/Trot Two Gaited 2 Crossbar Three Gaited 3 Hunter Hack Open 4 Equitation Over Fences (Max. Height 2'6") Open Break Tear Down Fences, Set up Handy Hunter and walk Course 5* Handy Hunter - Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider 6* Handy Hunter - Walk/Trot Open 7* Handy Hunter 13 & Under 8* Handy Hunter 14 & Over 9 English Equitation - Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider 10 English Equitation - Walk/Trot Open 11 English Equitation - Novice Open 12 English Equitation 13 & Under 13 English Equitation 14 & Over 14 English Pleasure - Walk/Trot 1st Year Rider 15 English Pleasure - Walk/Trot Open 16 English Pleasure - Novice Open 17 English Pleasure 13 & Under 18 English Pleasure 14 & Over Break - Tack change, Reset Course to Trail 19 Halter - Mares Open 20 Halter - Geldings Open 21 Showmanship 1st Year Rider 22 Showmanship Open 23 Showmanship - Walk/Jog 13 & Under 24 Showmanship - Walk/Jog 14 & Over Break Tack change, walk Trail Course 25+ Trail - Walk/Jog 1st Year Rider 26+ Trail - Walk/Jog Open 27+ Trail 13 & Under 28+ Trail 14 & Over 29 Western Horsemanship - Walk/Jog 1st Year Rider 30 Western Horsemanship - Walk/Jog Open 31 Western Horsemanship - Novice Open 32 Western Horsemanship 13 & Under 33 Western Horsemanship 14 & Over 34 1st or 2nd year Green Pleasure (3 Gaited) Open 35 Western Pleasure - Walk/Jog 1st Year Rider 36 Western Pleasure - Walk/Jog Open 37 Western Pleasure - Novice Open 29

31 38 Western Pleasure 13 & Under 39 Western Pleasure 14 & Over 40** Daniel Rudnick, Inc. non-blue of the day 2 & 3 Gaited Riders 41 Jack Perry Equitation Medal Class 3 Gaited Riders 42 Reining Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders 43 Reining 3 Gaited Riders 44 Washington Pole Bending Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders 45 Washington Pole Bending 3 Gaited Riders 46 Birangle Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders 47 Birangle 3 Gaited Riders 48 Cloverleaf Barrels Race Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders 49 Cloverleaf Barrels Race 3 Gaited Riders 50 Speed Barrel Race Walk/Jog 2 Gaited Riders 51 Speed Barrel Race 3 Gaited Riders * The Handy Hunter Trail Course runs concurrently with the English Equitation and English Pleasure Classes. A time limit for the completion of the class, either in duration or a set / specific time shall be established at each show. It is the participant s responsibility to complete his or her trail course within the established time. A rider on course at the completion time will be allowed to complete the course without penalty. Any rider in line to perform the course, may be disallowed from riding the course, without return of the class fees. + The Western Trail Course runs concurrently with the Western Equitation and Western Pleasure Classes. A time limit for the completion of the class, either in duration or a set / specific time shall be established at each show. It is the participant s responsibility to complete his or her trail course within the established time. A rider on course at the completion time will be allowed to complete the course without penalty. Any rider in line to perform the course, may be disallowed from riding the course, without return of the class fees. **No Entry Fee Charged for Class 40, Daniel Rudnick, Inc. Non-blue of the day. WRITTEN TEST & HORSE FIELD DAY A written test based on the current 4-H Horse Manuals and Kern County Horse Project Rules and Regulations will be given. While the test is not mandatory, members are strongly encouraged to take it. Twenty-five (25) bonus points for Jumping, twenty-five (25) bonus points for English, twenty-five (25) bonus points for Western, and twenty-five (25) bonus points for Speed events will be given toward All-Around High Point Year End Awards for passing the written test. Five (5) bonus points will be given in each above mentioned division to members who take the written test but do not pass. At Year End Awards the individual(s) scoring 100% on the test will be given an award. An additional twenty-five bonus points will be given to those participating on Horse Field Day, and five (5) bonus points for those just attending. Upon the Horse Leasder s approval, when a rider has tested out of the given tests, you may earn the 25 bonus points by other approved means. KERN COUNTY 4-H HORSE SHOWS YEAR END AWARDS These awards, to be presented at the Kern County 4-H Horse Awards Night, are to be given to the horse and rider accumulating the most points in each category during that year, except where noted. To be eligible for year end awards, members must exhibit at a minimum of 3 Kern County 4-H horse shows, attend 80% of community, 80% of horse project meetings and complete a record book. You will be required to turn in your record books to the Leader s Council before you 30

32 will be allowed to exhibit at the Kern County Fair, and for Horse Leaders approval for year end award points. As record books span two 4-H physical years, the book shall be complete through the prior year, and current in the active year, when requested. Points from all point shows will be used to determine the year end awards. An additional ten (10) bonus points for Jumping, ten (10) bonus points for English, ten (10) bonus points for Western, and ten (10) bonus points for Speed events will be given toward All-Around High Point Year End Awards for participating in EVERY show of the season. Participation is defined as, showing your horse at each show in each division Bonus points are offered. (Example: You must ride in an English class at EVERY show to receive Year End Bonus points in that division.) If you ride more than one horse, only the horse with the most points, in each division, will be awarded the bonus points. Upon moving up to higher division, points previously earned in that lower division will be eliminated. The year end award points are distributed according to the Required Classes List except for the Jack Perry Equitation Medal Class. The winner of this class is determined by the final rideoff at the last point show of the year and is not included in All-Around English/Western horse/rider year end awards. PERPETUAL AWARDS Scarlet Print Yearling Lunge Line/Halter English Equitation Novice English Pleasure Novice All Around English Jumper ~ (Includes Working Hunter and Hunter Hack) Crossbar Western Equitation Novice Western Pleasure Novice Jack Perry Equitation Medal Class Faye Sarret Memorial Western Riding Galbraith All Around Speed Champion ~ (Includes Cloverleaf Barrels and Washington Poles) Green Pleasure Grand Champion Halter Mare Grand Champion Halter Gelding Delmer Sellers Sportsmanship Award Clark Sample Leadership Award 31