Grand Paradise Ranch 2019 Western Dressage Lite Series Show Dates Entry & Payment Due Dates Judge May 11, 2019 May 3, 2019 To Be Announced May 12, 2019 May 3, 2019 To Be Announced July 13, 2019 July 3, 2019 To Be Announced July 14, 2019 July 3, 2019 To Be Announced October 26,2019 October 18, 2019 To Be Announced October 27,2019 October 18, 2019 To Be Announced All Separate Rated Shows Separate Points High Percent Awards Prize List/Entry Form GPR Rated Show Series Qualify for: USEF Horse of the Year Points Arabian/Anglo/Half-Arabian-Horse Achievement Awards, Amateur Achievement Awards, Dressage Rider Awards & AHA Qualification Programs & SLADS WDAA World Qualifications WDAIL Awards SLADS Awards
Grand Paradise Ranch Western Dressage Show Series Grand Paradise 901 Grand Paradise Lane Caseyville, IL 62232 Judge...To Be Announced Show Manager 314-406-9903, Linda Freeman Show Secretary... 618-541-2809, Cheryl Raynor Office / Scoring...618-541-2809, Cheryl Raynor Awards.. 618-541-2809, Cheryl Raynor. Veterinarian, Equine Medical (on call)......636-458-3311, Equine Medical Horse Show Facilities phone number, Fri-Sun 314-267-6134 Tom Current WDAAA Tests will be used TENATIVE SCHEDULE: 7:00AM 7:00PM each day Show office will open Friday 6 PM to 8 PM and one hour before first scheduled class each day. Food will be available on the show grounds
WDAA Intro thru Level 2 Classes $20 per class / $60 per division (All 4 classes in one Level) Office / Administration Fee $20 per day- Per Horse/Rider Combination Late Fee for Entries Submitted After Due Date $10 per day - Per Horse/Rider Combination SHOW AWARDS Ribbons 1st thru 6th place YEAR END SERIES AWARDS for Rated SHOWS High Score, Rider Open, Amateur, Jr/Yr, Para High Point, Accumulated Open, Amateur, Jr/Yr, Para (Horse/rider combo) High Point Qualifications for All levels Intro through Level 2 Western Dressage: Points earned Regardless of Number of Entries in the Class: First place = 5 points / Second place = 4 points Third place = 3 points / Fourth place = 2 points Fifth place = 1 point Minimum classes to be ridden to qualify for awards Minimum 3 shows / Minimum One Division per Show Qualifying period Current Year for GPR Shows All Competitors Please note The scores of competitors who fail to supply correct numbers may not be counted toward awards. Each competitor is responsible for supplying management with correct association numbers (USDF, United States Equestrian Federation) for horse, owner, rider, and trainer, before the day of the competition.
Schedule of Classes Western Dressage Classes 2017 WDA Tests will be used WDAA Introductory Level thru Level 2 - $20 per Class / $60 Division Rail / Flat Classes - $20 per Class WDAA Introductory Test 1 Open 601 WDAA Introductory Test 1 Jr/AA 602 WDAA Introductory Test 2 Open 603 WDAA Introductory Test 2 Jr/AA 604 WDAA Introductory Test 3 Open 605 WDAA Introductory Test 3 Jr/AA 606 WDAA Introductory Test 4 Open 607 WDAA Introductory Test 4 Jr/AA 608 WDAA Basic Level Test 1 Open 611 WDAA Basic Level Test 1 Jr/AA 612 WDAA Basic Level Test 2 Open 613 WDAA Basic Level Test 2 Jr/AA 614 WDAA Basic Level Test 3 Open 615 WDAA Basic Level Test 3 Jr/AA 616 WDAA Basic Level Test 4 Open 617 WDAA Basic Level Test 4 Jr/AA 618 WDAA Level 1 Test 1 Open 621 WDAA Level 1 Test 1 Jr/AA 622 WDAA Level 1 Test 2 Open 623 WDAA Level 1 Test 2 Jr/AA 624 WDAA Level 1 Test 3 Open 625 WDAA Level 1 Test 3 Jr/AA 626 WDAA Level 1 Test 4 Open 627 WDAA Level 1 Test 4 Jr/AA 628 WDAA Level 2 Test 1 Open 631 WDAA Level 2 Test 1 Jr/AA 632 WDAA Level 2 Test 2 Open 633 WDAA Level 2 Test 2 Jr/AA 634 WDAA Level 2 Test 3 Open 635 WDAA Level 2 Test 3 Jr/AA 636 WDAA Level 2 Test 4 Open 637 WDAA Level 2 Test 4 Jr/AA 638 WDAA Intro & Basic Suitability 641 WDAA Level 1 and Higher Hack 642 WDAA Western Dressage Equitation 643
RULES AND GENERAL INFORMATION 1. 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. 2. All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by the show management whose decision shall be final. 3. Every horse entered for competition will comply with the rules of the horse show management, but management will, in no case, be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur, and it shall be condition of entry that each exhibitor shall hold this h orse show and the officials and employees of the show blameless for any loss or accident to his horse, employees, equipment, which may occur from sickness, fire or otherwise. 4. The management reserves the right to refuse, accept conditionally, or to cancel any entries, disqualify any riders or exhibitors, prohibit entries and cancel award prizes without claims for damages; to cancel or combine unfilled classes, or to reschedule classes after due notice to exhibitors; to change rings or rotate judges. 5. Exhibitors are notified that any act of discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or officials, on the part of the owner, manager, rider, or groom shall disqualify the horse, and the owner shall forfeit his entry fee and other fees. 6. Show management reserves to itself the power to prohibit any person from attending or showing a horse in the ring and to remove any groom or horse from the show without being liable for compensation. 7. In accordance with the 1989 Federal Waste Tracking Act, which restricts the disposal of medical waste, bio -hazardous medical waste containers will be provided. All exhibitors and their agents are responsible for the proper disposal of this waste. 8. No person will be allowed in the show ring during the time of judging except the exhibitor and those having o fficial or requested duties to perform. 9. It is the tradition of the show that riders be correctly attired for the class in question that attendants be neatly dressed and the horses properly presented. Management may in its discretion bar any person from entering the ring if not suitable presented to appear before an audience. 10. ENTRY PRO CEDURE: Entries must be made on an official entry form or photocopy of same and must be filled out completely, including all classes entered, all signatures, (no dittos), organization membership numbers and fees. Please include a photocopy of current membership ID for rider, owner, and trainer. Amateur must provide a copy of their Amateur card or proof of application for an Amateur card. Entries are accepted on a first-come, first served basis until classes are filled. Entries received after the closing date will be accepted only if the schedule permits. Each late entry that has been accepted shall be assessed a late fee of $10 per show. Changes to entries ($10 fee) after the closing date will be at the sole discretion of the show management. 11. AMATEURS AND JUNIO RS: Amateurs are defined by the rules and specifications of the current USEF Rule Book. All riders entering the Amateur classes must possess or have applied for an USEF Amateur Card prior to riding in the class Individuals are eligible as Juniors until the end of the calendar year in which they will be 18 years of age. Individuals are eligible as Young Riders from the beginning of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 16 years and until the end of the calendar year in which they reach 21 years of age. Competitors will compete as Adults from the beginning of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 22. Individuals possessing current a mateur certification are only eligible as Adult Amateurs from the beginning of the calendar year in which they reach age 22. 12. REFUNDS: All fees, less a $20 administrative fee, will be returned if horses are scratched before the Closing Date. 13. RETURNED CHECKS: Checks returned by the bank for any reason are regarded as a most serious offense and will be handled according to the following procedure: A 10% penalty (minimum $25.00) will be assessed for each returned check. Credit cards that do not go through will incur a penalty of at least $10 for each occurrence. 14. ARENA: Show arena is 20 X 60 meters. Footing consists of a dust free, premier equestrian s geo-textile and fiber footing mixed with sand. Only those horses registered with the show management are permitted use of the show facilities, warm-up arena and show arena. All horses in the warm-up arena must wear their competition numbers. Lunging is allowed in specific areas only and upon receiving permission of the ring steward. 15. STABLING, GROUNDS FEE: Permanent stalls are 10 x12 with sliding doors. 16. SHOW STATUS: In the event of inclement weather, natural or other disasters prior to the show, it is the competitor s responsibility to contact management as to the show status. Please call (314) 267-6134. 17. DO GS: Dogs must be on a leash. All animals should be managed so as to not disturb the competitors. 18. SCORED TEST: Tests will be distributed to riders, or their authorized representative, after the results have been finalized and awards presented. Scores will be posted when available. 19. STALLIO NS: Stallions must be in a stall or remain in the trailer unless being managed by a qualified person.
20. RIDE TIMES: Times will be emailed, and will be posted at grandparadiseranch.com and the Grand Paradise Ranch Face Book page. It is the exhibitor s responsibility to contact show management if times are not received. Failure to enter the arena at the specified time may incur elimination. 21. HEADGEAR RULE: From the time horses are officially admitted to the competition grounds by competition management, anyone mounted on a horse at any time on the competition grounds including non-competing riders, riders on non-competing horses, and those competing in all classes and tests, including Para-Equestrian tests must wear protective headgear as defined by this rule and otherwise in compliance with GR801. Any rider violating this rule at any time must immediately be prohibited fro m furthe r riding until such headgear is properly in place. Protective headgear is defined as a riding helmet which meets or exceeds AS TM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standard for equestrian use and carries the SE I tag. The harness must be secured and properly fitted. If there are questions regarding this rule or the use of protective headgear at USEF dressage competitions please contact Hal lye Griffin by email at hgriffin@usef.org or by phone (859) 225-6918. 22. GO LF CARTS: and all other motorized vehicles require a valid driver s license to operate. Wheelchairs, etc., for people with Disabilities are exempt. USEF rule GR1301.7 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, o r 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) a nd/or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may in clude 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. Grand Paradise Ranch hopes you will join with us to make this another wonderful GPR show experience!
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2019 Please enter one entry form per horse /rider combination. Grand Paradise Western Dressage Lite Show Competition Date WDAA# $35