Dressage Sport Horse Breed Show at BCHP Opening: May 31 Saturday, July 31, 2010 Closing: July 18, 2010 8934 Easton Rd (Rt. 611) Revere, PA 18953 610-847-8597 License #327320 Show Manager: Jacqui Richie Show Management: Bucks Co. Horse Park Show Secretary: Jacqui Richie USEF#4010587 P.O. Box 386 P.O. Box 386 Revere, PA 18953 Revere, PA 18953 (610) 847-8597 (610) 847-8597 Fax (610) 847-5507 Fax (610) 847-5507 (267) 240-7389 (show day) E-mail: Manager@BucksCountyHorsePark.org **************************************************************** Judge: Jeanne McDonald, r, PA, TD - TBA **************************************************************** Young Horse/Dressage Horse Prospect Shall be shown in hand on the triangle at the walk and trot. Halters mandatory on foals. Bridles are optional on yearlings, but mandatory on all 2/3 year olds. Mares accompanying foals must wear bridles and issued a separate bridle number. Scoring will be weighted 60% Movement, 30% conformation, 10% General Impression. 1 Fillies of 2010 (with or without dam); judged foal only 2 Filly Yearlings 3 Filly 2 Year Olds 4 Filly 3 Year Olds 5 Filly Championship Open to 1 st and 2 nd places in Classes 1,2,3,4 (Great American Insurance Group/USDFBC) 6 Colts/Geldings of 2010 (with or without dam); judged foal only 7 Colts/Gelding Yearlings 8 Cold/Gelding 2 Year Olds 9 Colt/Gelding 3 Year Olds 10 Colt/Gelding Championship Open to 1 st and 2 nd places in classes 6,7,8,9 (Great American Insurance Group/USDFBC) 11 Young Horse Championship -Open to Champion & Reserve from classes 5 and 10 Mature Horses/Dressage Breeding Stock Mature horses shall be shown in hand on the triangle at the walk and trot. Bridles are mandatory. Scoring will be weighed 50% Movement, 40% Conformation, 10% General Impression. 12 Broodmares. 4 Years and Older (with or without foals) mares only judged 13 Maiden/Yelden Mares 4 Years and Older 14 Mare Championships Open to 1 st and 2 nd places in classes 12 and 13 (Great American Insurance Group/USDFBC) 15 Stallions, 4 Years and Older (shown only in-hand at this show) GAIG/USDFBC) 16 Mature Horse Championship Open to Champion and Reserve from classes 14 & 15 17 Grand Championship Open to Champion & Reserve from classes 11 & 16 Individual Breed Classes (IBC) IBC 22 Open to horses of any age. Classes will be broken into breed specific subgroups based on the number of entries by breed. Breed specific classes and/or futurities are dependent upon the number of entries and require 3 or more horses to be held. Check website for updates To sponsor an IBC class, please contact the show manager.
Other Classes: 18 Amateur Handler Open to any Amateur or Junior/Young Rider handler. Horses shall be shown-in-hand on the triangle at the walk and trot. Horses must be owned by the handler or a member of the handler s family no leased or borrowed horses allowed. To be judged on presentation and condition of animal and the neatness and appearance of the handler. Conformation will not be the determining factor, but may count 15%. Under Saddle Classes To be shown at the walk, trot and canter, both ways of the ring. To be scored 60% movement, 30% confirmation (score from in-hand class will not be transferred) and 10% general impression (including balance, impulsion and ride ability). Horses entered in the following classes are not required to have shown in any in-hand classes. 19 Mares under saddle 3 years old and older (Class may be split by horse s age if entries warrant) 20 Stallions/geldings under saddle 3 years and older (Class may be split by horse s age) 21 Suitable to become a Dressage Horse Open to any horse of any sex between 3 and 6 years of age that has not competed above first level ENTRIES: Mail entries to the Show Secretary. Entries must be received by the closing date ~ $25 late fee. $10 office fee for each change made to a single entry after the closing date. Illegible or incomplete entries may be returned. All entries must be typed or printed on an official USEF/USDF entry form and include original handwritten signatures (owner, rider, trainer and coach, if applicable). Photocopy of negative Coggins test dated within 12 months of show date, and copies of USEF and USDF membership or identification cards for each owner, rider, trainer and horse, as applicable. Emergency number to be included. An extra $5 office fee for show secretary s verification of membership. Make checks payable to BCHP. Returned check will be assessed a $25 fee Management reserves the right to cancel, split, or combine classes. Fees In-Hand, Under Saddle and Amateur Handler Classes $35 Championship Classes No Charge USEF ($7 Drug & $8 USEF fee) for each horse entered $15 USEF Non-Member fee per owner, rider, handler, coach & trainer $30 USDF Horse ID Fee $20 Office Fee $20 Stabling available connected to the Park $35 Limited permanent stabling on grounds $35 Refunds: Before closing date, full refund less $25 office fee. NO refunds after the closing date or for acts of god which require management to cancel classes on day of competition. For complete Prize List and additional information see website www.buckscountyhorse-park.org! Full prize list available at www.buckscountyhorsepark.org Dressage Bucks County Horse Park 2010 A Series of Recognized United State Dressage Federation ESDCTA/United States Equestrian Federation/Dressage Shows Sunday, May 2 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park I - 316990 Judges: Margaret Freeman (S) NY, Lisa Schmidt (R) NJ Sunday, May 31 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park II - 316992 Judges: TBD Sunday, July 4 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park III - 322602 Judges: Marilyn Payne, (S), NJ Ann Forer R, NJ Sunday, Aug 1 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park IV - 316994 Judges: Kem Barbosa (S) NJ, Debby Savage, R,NJ Saturday, Oct 17 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park V - 323031 Judges: Sara Schmitt (S) NJ, Pamela Wooding (R) NJ Management reserves the right to cancel, split, or combine classes.
ENTRIES: Mail entries to the Show Secretary. Entries must be received by the closing date ~ $25 late fee. $10 office fee for each change made to a single entry after the closing date. Illegible or incomplete entries may be returned. All entries must be typed or printed on an official USEF/USDF entry form & include original handwritten signatures (owner, rider, trainer and coach, if applicable). Photocopy of negative Coggins test dated within 12 months of show date, and copies of USEF and USDF membership or identification cards for each owner, rider, trainer and horse, as applicable. Emergency # and name & date of show to be included. An extra $5 office fee for show secretary s verification of membership. Awards: (only tests will be mail post competition) ~ Six Ribbons- USDF Training thru 4th Levels, FEI Levels and Musical Freestyle. ~An Award for 1 st place in each test/class that had at least 3 rides down the centerline ~ Champion ribbon and award/reserve Champion ribbon per level.(3 entries/division required) Each competitor is responsible for supplying management with correct association numbers (USDF, United State Equestrian Federation) for horse, owner, rider and trainer, before the day(s) of the competition. The scores of competitors who fail to supply correct numbers may not be counted toward national awards. FEES: Make checks payable to BCHP. Returned check will be assessed a $25 fee. Entry Item Amount Classes Training thru 4 th 40.00 Classes FEI and MFS 50.00 Office Fee (REQUIRED) 25.00 USEF Drug Fee (REQUIRED) 15.00 Late Fee 25.00 Change Class fee 10.00 USEF non-member fee 30.00 USDF non-member fee 20.00 USDF Horse ID 20.00 Refunds: Before closing date, full refund less $25 office fee. NO refunds after the closing date or for acts of god which require management to cancel classes on day of competition. Times: Times will be on the website www.buckscountyhorsepark.org at the Competition/Dressage link. A preliminary schedule will be posted by Wednesday please check again Friday. If you want your times mailed please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard with entry. Stabling: Stalls available at private facilities near Park. Stabling is 12 x 12 permanent and stall doors are provided. $30/night. Day stalls w/doors, 12x12, on the show grounds for $30 per day. Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express, Hellertown, Hampton Inn, Rt. 611 Doylestown, (215)343-8400, EconoLodge Quakertown (215-538-3000), Buckville House Bed & Breakfast 610-847-8948. Footing: Three standard outdoor competition rings, sand and screenings mixture, one with rubber. Enclosed warm-up ring, sand and screenings mixture. Grass lunging areas. Professional Services: Contact numbers posted the day of the show in the secretary stand. An EMT/Med Tech will be on grounds. Directions: The Bucks County Horse Park is located at 8934 Easton Rd, Revere, PA. More detailed directions on website. Other: Food available on grounds. All dogs MUST be leashed at all times! If riding a musical kur, competitor must provide their own sound equipment & technician. USEF rules go into effect upon arrival at the show grounds. Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF Rule Book will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR BE WORN AT ALL TIMES WHEN MOUNTED! Bridle numbers must be worn at all times when a horse is out of the trailer. MOTORIZED VEHICLE STATEMENT- Minors who do not have a valid driver s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind including, but not limited to, golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles on the competition grounds of licensed competitions. Minors who have a valid temporary license may operate the above described motorized vehicles as long as they are accompanied by an adult with a valid driver s license. Violations of this rule will be cause for sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s), and/or trainer(s) from the competition grounds for the remainder of the competition and charges being filed against any of the above individuals in accordance with Chapter 6. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule.
USEF MEMBERSHIP STATEMENT Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions at the Preliminary Level or above and Combined Driving Competitions at the Advanced Level, Dressage, Reining and Vaulting Competitions and Endurance Rides. A nonmember may participate as a handler, rider, driver, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions, Dressage Competitions, Reining Competitions and Combined Driving Competitions upon payment of a $30 nonmember registration fee. Participants in the following classes are exempted from the Requirements of this rule: 1) leadline; 2) exhibitions; 3) games and races; 4) classes for 4-H members; 5) walk trot and academy classes (academy classes are classes limited to horses used regularly in a lesson program); 6) USDF introductory level tests, pas de deux and quadrille classes; 7) NRHA Endorsed Reining Competitions; 8) Opportunity classes. 9) citizens of other nations who have proof, in English, of current membership in good standing of their own National Federation, 10) USEA beginner novice division; and 11) assistant handlers in Dressage Sport Horse Breeding classes. EC 7/21/08 Effective 12/1/08 2010 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships In 2010, a single Regional Dressage Championship program organized by the United States Dressage Federation (USDF), and recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (USEF), will be held in each of the nine USDF regions. In addition, Alaska and Hawaii may each hold state championships if an official request from a GMO is received by April 1 of the prior year. The 2010 Regional Championship Program Rules can be found on the USDF Web site, www.usdf.org, at the Regional Championships page, or refer to the 2010 USDF Directory for the comprehensive list of rules and requirements for this program. Membership/Registration Requirements for Qualifying & Championships: Rider: - Must be a USDF Participating* Member (PM) at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. - Must be a USEF member (Junior Active, Senior Active, or Life) at the time the qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Horse: - Must be USDF Lifetime Registered (LTR) at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Horse registration must be in the name(s) of the current owner(s) or lessee(s) of record. If a current lease recording is on file with USDF, the lessee is recognized as owner for all USDF membership requirements. - Must be USEF (Annual or Lifetime) recorded at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. Horse recording must be in the name(s) of the current owner(s) or lessee(s) of record. A horse is not required to have registry papers. Owner: - Must be a USDF member (PM* or Business Member (BM)) at the time the qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. - Must be a USEF member (Junior Active, Senior Active, or Life) at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time of the championships. *PMs are USDF members who join USDF directly. USDF Group Members (GM) are ineligible. 2010 Minimum Qualifying Scores One set of nationally-standardized qualifying scores has been established for all USEF/USDF Regional Championships, for levels through Intermediate I, in three divisions: open, adult amateur, and junior/young rider. FEI Junior and FEI Young Rider classes have only one respective division. Intermediate II, Grand Prix, and freestyles have only open divisions. The minimum percentages are as follows: Open AA Jr/YR FREESTYLE Open AA Jr/YR Training Level (Test 4) 68% 63% 63% First Level 65% -- -- First Level (Test 4) 66% 62% 62% Second Level 65% -- -- Second Level (Test 4) 64% 61% 61% Third Level 65% -- -- Third Level (Test 3) 62% 60% 60% Fourth Level 63% -- --
Fourth Level (Test 3) 62% 60% 60% Intermediate I 63% -- -- FEI Junior (Team Test) -- -- 60% Grand Prix 63% -- -- FEI Young Rider (Team Test) -- -- 60% Prix St. Georges 60% 60% 60% Intermediate I 60% 60% 60% Intermediate II 60% -- -- Grand Prix 60% -- -- Attention Competitors
Competition : Recognized Dressage at Bucks County Horse Park I May 2, 2010 USEF # 316990 Level 2 Competition
Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park 2010 A Series of Recognized United State Dressage Federation ESDCTA/United States Equestrian Federation Level #2 Dressage Shows Show Manager/Secretary: Jacqui Richie (610)847-8597 Show Management: Bucks County Horse Park (610) 847-8597 Mail entries to: Jacqui Richie (610)847-8597 P.O. Box 386 Revere, PA 18953 email:manager@buckscountyhorsepark.org BCHP web: www.buckcountyhorsepark.org Sunday, May 2 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park I Opening Date: March 1, 2010 Closes: April 24, 2010 Judges: Margaret Freeman (S) NY, Lisa Schmitt (R) NJ Sunday, June 6 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park II Opens: April 6, 2010 Closes: May 22, 2010 Show Manager, Secretary and Management: same as above Judges: Johann Gwinn (S) PA, TBA Sunday, July 4 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park III Opens: June 4, 2010 Closes: July 26, 2010 Judges: Marilyn Payne (S) NJ, Ann Forer R, NJ Saturday, July 31 Dressage Sport Horse Show at BCHP Opens: May 31, 2010 Closes: June 18, 2010 Judge: Jeanne McDonald, r, PA Sunday, Aug 1 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park IV Opens July 6, 2010 Closes: Aug 7, 2010 Judges: Kem Barbosa (S) NJ, Debby Savage, R,NJ Saturday, Oct 23 Dressage at the Bucks County Horse Park V Opens: August 23, 2010 Closes: October 2, 2010 Judges: Sara Schmidt (S) NJ, Pamela Wooding (R) NJ