July 25-28, 2013 Lakota Agri-Plex, Highway #2 Dawson Creek, BC LOTS OF MODIFIED PATTERNS WITH NO LEAD CHANGES OPEN TO ANYONE NEVER WON A BUCKLE CLASS WIN A SADDLE Every Time You Win A Class Your Name is Entered To Win A Custom Designed Deary Reining Saddle OTHER GREAT PRIZES TO 3 RD IN EACH CLASS NRHA CLASSES $20,100 added Fantastic Prizes Fantastic Facility 100 x 220 arena Dragmaster Groomer NRHA JUDGES Todd Arvidson, Purcell OK Kristen Lilley, Weatherford TX Lawsons, Morrisons & Pewters This is the Perfect Show for Everyone to Come and Have Fun Competitor and sponsor appreciation evening following the Saturday night derby including entertainment, drinks and snacks! FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION Dallas Schwerdt 780-814-1729 swartzy@abnorth.com blackgoldevent.com
General Information Black Gold Reining reserves the right to cancel, transfer or reschedule the show and/or classes without notice or liability. In the event of cancellation of the show and/or classes by the Black Gold Reining, all entry fees will be refunded Inhumane treatment of horses will be grounds for disqualification, as will abusive treatment of officials and fellow competitors BLACK GOLD CLASSES All Black Gold (BG) classes may be ridden one or two handed in any legal NRHA headgear. Rider may not switch between 1 and 2 hands during the class. NO martingales, tie downs, nosebands, etc. will be accepted Ownership criteria does not apply in Black Gold classes All ties in Black Gold classes will be decided by a coin toss Bit checks will be done randomly, at the discretion of the judge There is no distinction between open and non pro riders Prizes to 3rd will be awarded in all Black Gold Classes Post entry/late fees are $10/entry/class Youth riders (18 and under) are not allowed to show stallions NRHA CLASSES Open to all breeds and grade horses All NRHA classes will follow the current NRHA Hand Book. For copies of these rules please visit www.nrha.com or contact the NRHA representative for information NRHA trophies and plaques will be awarded in all NRHA classes except youth classes It is the competitor s responsibility to be aware of their earnings and enter classes accordingly All payouts in NRHA classes will be as per the NRHA payout schedule Post entry/late fees are $20/entry/class for Ancillary classes and $50/entry/class for the Derby (4,5 & 6 yr olds) and 7 & Up classes All entries must be accompanied by a copy of the exhibitor s/owner s NRHA 2013 membership card, the horses NRHA competition license, and payment SHOW OFFICE & ENTRIES & MISC. Entries must be postmarked by July 5, 2012 to be considered on time All cheques are to be made payable to Black Gold Reining Altered entry forms will not be processed and will be returned to the sender Post entries will be accepted up to 1 hour prior to the class with the exception of the Derby and 7 & Up classes. Post entries will be accepted for the Derby and 7 & Up (Maturity) classes up to 10:00 pm the preceding day. Post entry fees will apply A $50 charge will be charged for all NSF cheques Black Gold Reining retains 45% of all NRHA class entry fees and 100% of all BG class entry fees Scratches accompanied by a vet certificate and received 5 days prior to the start of the show will receive their stall fees as a refund. No other refunds will be given All post entries will be put on the bottom of the draw An exhibitor cannot rider more than 3 horses per class All eligibility for all classes is considered as of Jan 1, 2013 Youth riders that are 12 and under as of the show dates must ride at all times (including showing) in a hard hat All riders must sign a Swartzy Performance Horses liability waiver prior to riding Riders must be in attendance to receive prizes Cheques will be mailed within 10 days of the end of the show Appropriate western attire must be worn (cowboy hat, long sleeve shirt, boots, jeans) Patterns for each class are noted in this show book. They will also be posted at the start of show day Move in time is after 12:00 pm, July 24, 2013 The show committee reserves the right to close the arena for maintenance at any time they deem necessary The show committee s decision on any matter, as it relates to a Black Gold event, is final All horses being ridden must be in full tack while on the grounds. Riding double or bareback is not allowed No lunging in the show pen or the main warm up pen Paid warm ups are on a first pay, first serve basis and are of a limited quantity. Max. 2 per horse being shown. Will be posted by July 19 th on swartzyhorses.ca under events Preferred stalling will be provided to volunteers, then it will be on a first come first serve basis. For groups stalling together, the latest entry submission of the group will be the date considered as the stall request date. There is 140 stalls approx. and should these be filled then panel stalls will be provided. All stalling is covered but some will be outside in tents
ALL UNDER ONE ROOF 100 x 220 arena open throughout the night 90 Large indoor stalls 50 covered outdoor stalls Additional covered panel stalls as needed 10 horse wash rack Concession Great grandstand area Showers (clean and up to date) Large Camping Area Available With Power Hookups Large Outdoor Warm-up Pen There will be warm-up time in competition arena prior to each class if needed Great pool and Fitness Centre is located next door Casino is across the street Hotels are a block away Minutes from Restaurants FYI There is NO DOGS allowed in the BARN or ARENA area There is NO ALCOHOL allowed anywhere but at your trailer (exception Saturday night at the cash bar)
BLACK GOLD REINING 2013 SCHEDULE Thursday July 25, 2013 8:00 AM Paid Warm Ups Start if needed additional paid warm ups will be scheduled for Wednesday evening 4:00 PM Arena Closed for Maintenance 5:00 PM #1a NRHA Ltd Non Pro #1b NRHA Prime Time Non Pro #2a NRHA Level One Novice Horse Open #2b NRHA Level Two Novice Horse Open Friday July 26, 2013 #3 BG Green As Grass #4a BG Young Whipper Snipper #4b BG Teen Supreme #5 Never Won A Buckle Tentative lunch subject to change 8:00 AM #6a NRHA Level One Novice Horse Non Pro #6b - NRHA Level Two Novice Horse Non Pro #7a BG Getting Cocky #7b BG Flying Dirt 6:00 PM 6:45 PM Derby / Maturity Horses Warm Up in Arena 7:00 PM #8a NRHA Open Derby Level 4 #8b NRHA Open Derby Level 1 #8c NRHA Non Pro Maturity Level 4 #8d NRHA Non Pro Maturity Level 1 Saturday July 27, 2013 8:00 AM #9 BG Spin To Win #10a NRHA 14-18 #10b NRHA 13 & Under #11a BG Taking The Step #11b BG Making Tracks Tentative lunch subject to change #12 NRHA Intermediate Non Pro #13a NRHA Intermediate Open #13b NRHA Rookie Professional Saturday cont. July 28, 2013 #14 NRHA Short Stirrup 6:00 PM 6:45 PM Derby / Maturity Horses Warm Up in Arena CALCUTTA Derby/Maturity Horses 50% to Winning Buyer & 50% to Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society 7:00 PM #15a NRHA Non Pro Derby Level 4 #15b NRHA Non Pro Derby Level 1 #15c NRHA Open Maturity Level 4 Following the Non Pro Derby/Open Maturity In the grandstands & holding area Appreciation for our Partners & our Competitors Evening Entertainment (vocals by Myrna Thiessen, Nicole Klassen, Sara Madraga and others) Cash Bar Snacks Come On Out, Relax and Visit Volunteer Prizes will Be awarded at this time Sunday July 29, 2013 8:00 AM #16a BG In Control #16b BG Getting The Drift #17a NRHA Rookie 1 #17b NRHA Rookie 2 #18 BG Perfect 11 Tentative lunch subject to change #19 NRHA Non Pro #20a NRHA Open #20b NRHA Ltd. Open DRAW FOR SADDLE EVERYTIME YOU WIN A CLASS YOUR NAME GOES INTO THE DRAW - MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE TO WIN!
Code: SWARTZY Book a room at any of the noted hotels use the Code SWARTZY for a preferred event rate BOOK YOUR ROOMS EARLY FOR THE HORSE SHOW LIMITED AMOUNT AVAILABLE Dawson Creek, BC Pomeroy Inn & Suites 540 Hwy #2 866-782-3577 Best Western 400 Hwy #2 877-782-6008 LAST YEAR WE HAD TV CAMERAS, NEWSPAPER REPORTERS AND PERSONAL CAMERAS AROUND As such, we ask that you use good judgement and keep over schooling and training to a minimum in the arena and alley area Great volunteer prizes See blackgoldevent.com for needed positions to fill then email me at swartzy@abnorth.com when you would like to volunteer Will need scribes (you can scribe when you are done showing), gate people, and timers for paid warmups
Class Eligibility Description Added Money Pattern Entry Fee Judge s Fee 1a NRHA Ltd Non Pro As per NRHA Rules $500 & Pewter 8 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 1b NRHA Prime Time Non Pro As Per NRHA Rules $200 & Plaque 8 $20.00 $20.00 $40.00 2a NRHA Novice Horse Open Level 1 As per NRHA Rules $500 & Pewter 1 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 2b NRHA Novice Horse Open Level 2 As per NRHA Rules $500 & Pewter 1 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 3 BG Green As Grass Open or Non Pro Rider that has never competed in an NRHA Class prior to Jan 1, 2013 Prizes Mod A $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 4a BG Young Whipper Snipper 13 years and under as of Jan 1, 2013 - never shown in a NRHA class prior to Jan 1, 2013 Prizes Mod B $ 20.00 $ 0.00 $ 25.00 4b BG Teen Supreme 14-18 years as of Jan 1, 2013 - never shown in a NRHA class prior to Jan 1, 2013 Prizes Mod B $ 20.00 $ 0.00 $ 25.00 5 BG Never Won A Buckle Open or Non Pro Rider that has never won a buckle for reining prior to this show Buckle & Prizes Mod E $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 6a 6b 7a NRHA Novice Horse Non Pro Level 1 NRHA Novice Horse Non Pro Level 2 BG Getting Cocky Total Entry As per NRHA Rules $500 & Pewter 7 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 As per NRHA Rules $500 & Pewter 7 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 Open or Non Pro Rider that has never competed in an NRHA Class prior to Jan 1, 2013 - eligible to cross enter in Class 7b Prizes Mod D $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 7b BG Flying Dirt Any Open or Non Pro Rider - if eligible can cross enter in Class 7a Prizes Mod D $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 8a NRHA Open Derby L4 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 4, 5 or 6 years old $4500 & Lawson 10 $300.00 $ 35.00 $335.00 8b NRHA Open Derby L1 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 4, 5 or 6 years old $500 & Pewter 10 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 8c 8d NRHA Non Pro 7 & Up (Maturity) L4 NRHA Non Pro 7 & Up (Maturity) L1 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 7 years and older $2000 & Morison 10 $200.00 $35.00 $235.00 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 7 years and older $500 & Pewter 10 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 9 BG Spin To Win Any Open or Non Pro Rider Prizes Mod C $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 10a NRHA 14-18 As per NRHA Rules Jackpot & Prizes 5 $10.00 $0.00 $10.00 10b NRHA 13 & Under As per NRHA Rules Jackpot & Prizes 5 $10.00 $0.00 $10.00
11a BG Taking The Step Class Eligibility Description Open or Non Pro Rider that has never competed in an NRHA Class prior to Jan 1, 2013 - eligible to cross enter in Class 11b Added Money Pattern Entry Fee Judge s Fee Total Entry Prizes Mod D $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 11b BG Making Tracks Any Open or Non Pro Rider - if eligible can cross enter in Class 11a Prizes Mod D $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 12 NRHA Int. Non Pro As per NRHA Rules $750 & Pewter 4 $75.00 $35.00 $110.00 13a NRHA Int. Open As per NRHA Rules $500 & Pewter 11 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 13b NRHA Rookie Pro As per NRHA Rules $200 & Plaque 11 $20.00 $20.00 $40.00 14 NRHA Short Stirrup As per NRHA Prizes 12 0 0 0 15a NRHA Non Pro Derby L4 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 4, 5 or 6 years old $4500 & Lawson 9 $300.00 $ 35.00 $335.00 15b NRHA Non Pro Derby L1 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 4, 5 or 6 years old $500 & Pewter 9 $50.00 $35.00 $85.00 15c NRHA Open 7 & Up (Maturity) L4 As per NRHA Rules - Horse must be 7 years and older $1000 & Morison 9 $100 $35 $135.00 16a BG In Control Any Open or Non Pro Rider - if eligible can cross enter in Class 16b Prizes Mod C $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 16b BG Getting The Drift Open or Non Pro Rider that has never competed in an NRHA Class prior to Jan 1, 2013 - eligible to cross enter in Class 16a Prizes Mod C $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 17a NRHA Rookie 1 As Per NRHA Rules jackpot Plaque 6 $20.00 $20.00 $40.00 17b NRHA Rookie 2 As Per NRHA Rules $100 & Plaque 6 $20.00 $20.00 $40.00 18 BG Perfect 11 Any Open or Non Pro Rider Prizes 5 $ 20.00 $ 5.00 $ 25.00 19 NRHA Non Pro As per NRHA Rules $1000 & Morrison 3 $100.00 $35.00 $135.00 20a NRHA Open As per NRHA Rules $1000 & Morrison 2 $100.00 $35.00 $135.00 20b NRHA Ltd Open As Per NRHA Rules $350 & Plaque 2 $35.00 $35.00 $70.00 Classes with the same number run concurrently. Pay only one judge s fee for concurrent classes
BLACK GOLD REINING July 25-28, 2013 Entries must be postmarked no later than July 5, 2012 Mail entries to: Black Gold Reining Box 2231 Fairview, AB T0H 1L0 Cheques payable to Black Gold Please use a separate entry form for each horse or rider Horse s Name: Registration #: Sex: Year Foaled: Sire: Dam: NRHA License #: Owner s Name: Owner s Phone #: Owner s Address: Owner s NRHA #: Rider s Name: Rider s Phone #: Rider s Address: Rider s NRHA #: Birthdate for Youth / Primetime Riders: Email: Responsible Party For Payment: Payouts Payable To: NRHA membership required only for designated classes. NOTE: rules for Black Gold classes may differ from NRHA classes. Please read info carefully Late Entry Fee(s): Black Gold $10/entry/class, NRHA Classes $20/entry/class, Derby and Maturity $50/entry/class CLASS # CLASS NAME ENTRY FEE JUDGES FEE LATE FEE TOTAL Entry Total $ Stable With: (every attempt will be made to fill your request but can t be guaranteed) Stalling is for the event - 5 nights (wed mon) Additional nights are $35/night inside or $25/night outside Indoor stalls $225.00 Covered outside stalls $125.00 Covered panel stalls $75.00 $ Tack Stall: $225.00 indoors Covered outside $125.00 Covered panel $75.00 $ Friday ticketed dinner: $25 (roast beef, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, buns, dessert) $ Saturday ticketed dinner: $25 (chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, buns, dessert) $ Paid Warm-ups: $25 each / 5 minutes - limit 2 per horse and horse must be entered in the show # $ Power Hook Ups: $20/night wed thu fri sat sun $ Office Fee: (only paid once per horse regardless of multiple riders) $ 35.00 TOTAL FEES ENCLOSED $ WAIVER: By my signature below, I do hereby agree to and do hold harmless and do release Lakota Centre, the Black Gold Reining Committee and volunteers as well as Swartzy Performance Horses directors, owners, employees and volunteers and or any person in any way connected with or officiating at this show from loss, damage, or injury to myself or family/associates and or animals resulting from my participation in this show or related events. I understand and recognize this activity is one with associated risk and accept full responsibility for the same personally. I also certify the information provided on this form is correct and true. I authorize the Black Gold Committee and Swartzy Performance Horses to use photographs/video taken of myself at this event. Date: Signature: Signature of Parent/Guardian if under 18 years of age:
DID YOU REMEMBER TO INCLUDE IN YOUR ENTRY FORM o Entry Form - Signed o Entry Cheque o Swartzy Performance Horses Liability Waiver Signed o NRHA Competition License - Copy (if applicable) o Owner s NRHA Card Copy (if applicable) o Rider s NRHA Card - Copy (if applicable)
Swartzy Performance Horses AGREEMENT FOR ACCEPTANCE OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY ADULTS I request permission to utilize the facilities owned, rented or leased by Swartzy Performance Horses (a division of Swartzy Welding Services Ltd.). I request permission to participate in horseback riding and other equestrian related activities organized and operated by Swartzy Performance Horses, Garry Schwerdt and/or Dallas Schwerdt. For consideration received, and in return for the use, today and on all future dates of the property facilities and services of Manager, Owner, Owner s heirs, assigns and representatives, agree to the following: Inherent Risks and Assumption of Risk: The undersigned acknowledges there are inherent risks associated with equine activities such as described below, and hereby expressly assumes all risks associated with participating in such activities. The inherent risks include, but are not limited to the propensity of equines to behave in ways such as running, bucking, biting, kicking, shying, stumbling, rearing, falling, or stepping on, that may result in an injury, harm or death to persons on or around them/ the unpredictability of equine s reaction to such things as sounds, sudden movement and unfamiliar objects, persons or animals; certain hazards such as surface and subsurface conditions; collisions with other animals; the limited availability of emergency medical care; and the potential of a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the animal or not acting within such participant s ability. Owner/Rider acknowledges that horses, by their very nature are unpredictable and subject to animal whim. Owner/Rider assumes all risks in connection therewith, and expressly waives any claims for any injury or loss arising therefrom. Owner/Rider agrees to abide by and follow Manager s rules and regulations which, shall be posted and/or available from time to time. Owner/Rider further acknowledges that the behavior of any animal is contingent to some extent upon the ability of the Owner/Rider. Owner/Rider assumes all risks therefore and warrants a full and fair disclosure of Owner/Rider s abilities has been made to Stable. Owner/Rider/Spectator expressly releases Stable from any and all claims for personal injury or property damage, even if caused by negligence (if allowed by the laws of this province) by Stable, or its representatives, agents or employees. I wish to utilize the facilities and participate in activities, at or by Swartzy Performance Horses, knowing that they are dangerous. I accept and assume all risks of injury (including death) to me or my property. In exchange for being permitted to utilize facilities or participate in activities, at or by Swartzy Performance Horses, for myself, my heirs, guardians, and legal representatives, I release and agree not to make or bring any claim of any kind against, Swartzy Performance Horses, Swartzy Welding Services Ltd, or officials, servants, employees, representatives, officers and directors for any injury (including death), to me or any damage to my property, arising out of my participation in these dangerous horseback riding or related activities. It is highly recommended that all horseback riders wear protective headgear in the form of a high impact helmet, and footwear appropriate for riding is required by all riders. DATE: PARTICIPANT: WITNESS: SIGNATURE: SIGNATURE:
Swartzy Performance Horses AGREEMENT FOR ACCEPTANCE OF RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY MINOR CHILD (under 18 years of age) I request permission for my child to utilize the facilities owned, rented or leased by Swartzy Performance Horses (a division of Swartzy Welding Services Ltd.). I request permission for my child named above, to participate in horseback riding and other equestrian related activities organized and operated by Swartzy Performance Horses, Garry Schwerdt or Dallas Schwerdt. For consideration received, and in return for the use, today and on all future dates of the property facilities and services of Manager, Owner, Owner s heirs, assigns and representatives, agree to the following: Inherent Risks and Assumption of Risk: The undersigned acknowledges there are inherent risks associated with equine activities such as described below, and hereby expressly assumes all risks associated with participating in such activities. The inherent risks include, but are not limited to the propensity of equines to behave in ways such as running, bucking, biting, kicking, shying, stumbling, rearing, falling, or stepping on, that may result in an injury, harm or death to persons on or around them/ the unpredictability of equine s reaction to such things as sounds, sudden movement and unfamiliar objects, persons or animals; certain hazards such as surface and subsurface conditions; collisions with other animals; the limited availability of emergency medical care; and the potential of a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to injury to the participant or others, such as failing to maintain control over the animal or not acting within such participant s ability. The undersigned acknowledges that horses, by their very nature are unpredictable and subject to animal whim. The undersigned assumes all risks in connection therewith, and expressly waives any claims for any injury or loss arising therefrom. I and my child agree to abide by and follow Manager s rules and regulations which shall be posted and/or available from time to time. The undersigned further acknowledges that the behavior of any animal is contingent to some extent upon the ability of the Rider. I and my child assume all risks therefore and warrant a full and fair disclosure of Rider s abilities has been made to Stable. The undersigned expressly releases Stable from any and all claims for personal injury or property damage, even if caused by negligence (if allowed by the laws of this province) by Stable, or its representatives, agents or employees I wish my child to utilize the facilities and participate in activities, at or by Swartzy Performance Horses, knowing that they are dangerous I accept and assume all risks of injury (including death) to my child or my property. I represent and warrant that I have authority to give this release. In exchange for my child being permitted to utilize facilities or participate in activities, at or by Swartzy Performance Horses, for myself, my heirs, guardians, and legal representatives, I release and agree not to make or bring any claim of any kind against, Swartzy Performance Horses, Swartzy Welding Services Ltd, or officials, servants, employees, representatives, officers and directors for any injury (including death), to my child or any damage to my property, arising out of my child s participation in these dangerous horseback riding or related activities. It is mandatory that all children under the age of 12 wear protective headgear in the form of a high impact helmet, and footwear appropriate for riding. I acknowledge as parent/guardian of that I have read and fully understand and agree to the terms and conditions stated herein and that it is binding upon my executors, heirs and assigns. DATE: PARENT/GUARDIAN: SIGNATURE: WITNESS: SIGNATURE:
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