The Celtic Arts Foundation Presents the 24th Annual Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival Edgewater Park, Mount Vernon, Washington, USA Highland Dancing Entry Form Saturday & Sunday, July 14 & 15, 2018 Competition #s: NWCHAMP, USNW-0305 Featuring the Northern United States Open Championship All entries must be postmarked by June 8, 2018
Where is Mount Vernon, Washington? Mount Vernon is located on Interstate 5 in Washington State, about ½ way between Vancouver, BC Canada, and Seattle we re just about 40 miles from Victoria, BC via ferryboat to Anacortes, WA, a 15 minute short drive from there to Mount Vernon. For competition details and for further information, please visit our website: www.celticarts.org
Saturday, July 14, 2018 Northern United States Open Championship Pre-Premier Competition and Choreography Events Northern United States Open Championship Events begin at 11:00 a.m. Classes: 7 & under 10 years 13 years 17 Years 10 years 14 years 18 & Under 21 Years 11 years 15 years 21 Years & Over 12 years 16 years 2018 Championship Steps must be danced for Championships Dances: 7 & under 12 Years: Fling (4), Sword (2&1), Seann Triubhas (3&1), Strathspey & Half Tulloch (2&4) 12 & under 16 Years: Fling (6), Sword (3&1), Seann Triubhas (4&2), Strathspey & Half Tulloch (2&4) 16 Years & over: Fling (6), Sword (3&1), Seann Triubhas (4&2), Strathspey & Half Tulloch (2&4) Classes will be combined if insufficient entries are received Note: Premier dancers may register for both Pre-Championship and Championship events Pre-Premier Events Competition begins at 9:00 a.m. Primary Novice Event #1 Pas de Basques (16) #10 Highland Fling (4) #2 Pas de Basques & High Cuts #11 Sword Dance (2&1) #3 Highland Fling (4) #12 Seann Triubhas (3&1) #4 Sword Dance (2&1) #13 Strathspey & Highland Reel (2&2) #14 Trophy Fling (4) Beginner Intermediate Event #5 Highland Fling (4) #15 Highland Fling (4) #6 Sword Dance (2&1) #16 Sword Dance (2&1) #7 Seann Triubhas (3&1) #17 Seann Triubhas (3&1) #8 Strathspey & Highland Reel (2&2) #18 Strathspey & Highland Reel (2&2) #9 Trophy Fling (4) #19 Highland Laddie (4) #20 Hornpipe (4) Open Choreography (following Championship events) #21 Solo #22 Duo Choreography #23 Small Group ( up to 5 dancers) #24 Large Group (6 or more dancers) Open Choreography Rules: Open dances may include a) Themed or b) Choreographed Broadsword or Reel or a dance which is an interpretation of the music with no theme. Group Choreography entries are submitted by teacher First place winners receive cash awards. Time Limits: Solo: 3 minutes. Small Group: 3 minutes, Large Group: 4 minutes Please submit choreography music via e-mail to: dance@clanheather.com by Friday, June 29th.
Sunday, July 15, 2018 Skagit Valley Highland Games Pre-Premier, Premier, Pre-Championship and Choreography Events Pre-Premier Events Competition begins at 9:00 a.m. Primary Novice Event #25 Pas de Basques (16) #35 Highland Fling (4) #26 Pas de Basques & High Cuts #36 Sword Dance (2&1) #27 Highland Fling (4) #37 Seann Triubhas (3&1) #28 Sword Dance (2&1) #38 Half Tulloch (4) #39 Scottish Lilt (4) #40 Flora (4) Beginner Intermediate Event #29 Highland Fling (4) #41 Highland Fling (4) #30 Sword Dance (2&1) #42 Sword Dance (2&1) #31 Seann Triubhas (3&1) #43 Seann Triubhas (3&1) #32 Half Tulloch (4) #44 Half Tulloch (4) #33 Scottish Lilt (4) #45 Scottish Lilt (4) #34 Flora (4) #46 Flora (4) #47 Irish Jig (3&1) Pre-Championship Event #48 Pre-Championship (4 dances) Events begin at 10:30 a.m. Classes will be determined at the close of entries. Note: Pre-Championship events are open to Premier dancers who have not previously won a Championship or Pre-Championship. Fling (4), Sword (2&1), Seann Triubhas (3&1), Strathspey & Half Tulloch (2&4) Premier Events Following Pre-Championship NOTE: Dancers competing in Pre-Championship may enter 4 national dances (for a total of 8 solo dances) #49 Scotch Measure (4) #50 Blue Bonnets (4) #51 Earl of Errol (4) #52 Irish Jig (3&1) #53 Hornpipe (4) Premier Themed Choreography Competition begins at 3:00 p.m. Event #54 Under 16 Skagit River Hornpipe #55 16 & Over Jig in July Steps, costume and music are to be determined by the competitor. Length of music may not exceed three minutes. Please submit choreography music via e-mail to: dance@clanheather.com by Friday, June 29. First place receives cash award.
Entry Information Entry acceptance date: Postmarked by June 8, 2018. No late entries. Entry fees must accompany entry form(s). Photocopies of entry forms are acceptable (downloadable forms are also available from our homepage at www.celticarts.org). Check or money orders for entry fees must be payable in US funds only. We also accept payments using VISA/MASTERCARD. Please mail entries complete with check or money order payable in U.S. funds; or with VISA/MASTER- CARD information, to: Heather Richendrfer 2919 Birchwood Avenue Bellingham, WA 98225-1447 Fees Primary, Beginner, Novice, Intermediate and Premier under 16: $6.00 per event Premier 16 & over: $7.00 per event Championship Entries: $45.00 per dancer Pre Championship Entries: $25.00 per dancer Choreography Solo: $15.00 per event, Duo: $20, Small Group: $25.00, Large Group: $35.00 Pre-Premier and Premier Under 16: medals Awards (dependant upon number of dancers entered) Cash Awards: Championship Classes: Champion: $100, 1st Runner Up: $50 Premier 16 & Over: The following awards apply if the class is split: Premier Under 18: $35/$25/$20/$10/$5/$3 per event Premier 18 & Over: $50/$40/$30/$20/$10/$5 per event Saturday Solo Choreography: $100, winner take all Saturday Duo Choreography: $100 winner take all Saturday Small Group Choreography: $100 winner take all Saturday Large Group Choreography: $150 winner take all Sunday Premier Choreography Under 16: $100, winner take all Sunday Premier Choreography 16 & over: $100, winner take all
Rules 1. Dancing competition will run under Scottish Official Board (SOBHD) rules. 2. The Northern United States Open Championship is recognized by the SOBHD. 3. The committee reserves the right to combine, cancel or divide events. 4. Competitor s age on the day of the competition determines the class for competition. 5. Event starting times are approximate and subject to change. 6. Dancers will compete in inverse order of entry. 7. Any dancer causing delay will forfeit entry in that dance. 8. Judges decisions are final. 9. No refunds will be given for dancing entries received. 10. Dancers must present SOBHD Dance Card at the beginning of their competitive events and prior to receiving awards. All dancers must include SOBHD Card number on entry form. 11. Pre-premier category changes must be made by July 8, 2018. Contact Heather Richendrfer at 360-733-5043 or dance@clanheather.com. 12. Closing date for entries is June 8, 2018. All entry forms must be postmarked by this date. 13. Complaints must be written, signed and submitted by the end of the competition, accompanied by a $25.00 fee, refundable if sustained. 14. Dance classes will be split at close of entries. 15. It is the responsibility of the competitor to pick up prizes at the competition. All unclaimed prizes will be forfeited after August 1, 2018. 16. A competitor is restricted to a maximum of eight solo dances on any one day. 17. For Pre-Premiers, Saturday and Sunday count as two separate competitions. 18. Championship dancers are asked to notify Dance Chairman 24 hours in advance if they are unable to compete. General Games Information Highland Dancing Heather Richendrfer: 360-733-5043 E-mail: dance@clanheather.com Celtic Arts Foundation Skye Richendrfer, Executive Director PO Box 1342 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360-416-4934 or toll free: 888-416-4934 Website: www.celticarts.org Travel Assistance Links & Things to Do Border Crossing Status (Department of Transportation webcams): www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/border Washington State Tourism: www.tourism.wa.gov Washington State Ferries: www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce: www.mountvernonchamber.com/visitors Burlington Chamber of Commerce: www.burlington-chamber.com
Please complete and return both pages of this form, or use the on-line fill-in form on webpage Skagit Valley Highland Games Dancing Entry (permissible to copy) Entry Acceptance date: Postmarked by June 8, 2018 Name: Address: City: State/Province: Postal Code: Country: Phone: E-mail address: SOBHD Card ID No: Birthdate: Age as of July 14, 2018: Teacher: Category: Tartan: Events Entered: Saturday July 14: Championship: Sunday July 15: Pre Championship: ** Please continue with Part 2 of entry form on next page** You may use the on-line fill-in form on the website to complete this information: www.celticarts.org
RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT I hereby represent that I wish to participate in the Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival on July 14-15, 2018 sponsored by Celtic Arts Foundation (CAF). I recognize that any activity may involve certain dangers, including but not limited to the hazards of the forces of nature, and the actions of other participants and other persons unaffiliated with CAF. I understand that these hazards produce a risk of physical harm or death, as well as a risk of loss or damage to my personal property. I further understand and agree that CAF would not be able to sponsor such Events without some form of agreement providing protection for CAF and its officers, directors, paid staff and volunteer workers. In consideration of, and as part payment for my privilege to participate in the Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival, I hereby release the City of Mount Vernon, WA, the Clan Heather Dancers, CAF and its officers, directors and volunteer workers from any and all liability, claims and/or causes of action arising out of, or in any way connected with my participation in any and all of the activities of the Event. I personally assume all risks in connection with these activities, and further agree to hold CAF and its officers, directors, paid staff and volunteer workers harmless from and against any and all liability, claims and/or causes of action which I may have arising from my participation in any and all of the activities of the Event, including but not limited to those involving negligence on the part of such officers, directors, paid staff or volunteer workers, which result in personal injury or death to myself and/or loss or damage to my personal property. The terms of this agreement shall bind myself and my heirs, assigns, and personal representatives. I agree to allow Celtic Arts Foundation to photograph or record my activities, or those of the competitor for whom this application is being submitted at the Event(s) for promotional purposes. If submitting credit card information for payment of registration fees, my signature here also authorizes CAF to process a charge against my account in the amount indicated in the Total Amt. Enclosed field on this page. I have fully informed myself of the contents of this release and hold harmless agreement by reading it before I have signed it. Signature: Waiver must be signed by a parent or guardian if entrant is not at least 18 years of age. Fees Enclosed Total Amount US Funds Enclosed: Make checks payable to: Celtic Arts Foundation Mail to: Heather Richendrfer, 2919 Birchwood Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225-1447 VISA/MASTERCARD charge option: You may charge entry fees to your VISA or MASTERCARD VISA/MASTERCARD number: CVV Code: Expiration Date: Zip/Postal Code where bill is received: E-mail address:
Accommodations in Skagit County The Skagit Valley Highland Games receives lodging tax support from: The Cities of Mount Vernon and Burlington. Thank you to our elected officials for their continued support of the Highland Games. For 2018, we are recommending the Burlington Hampton Inn & Suites for Highland Dancers. Mount Vernon Comfort Inn 1-800-424-6423 or 360-428-7020 Best Western College Way Inn 1-800-793-4024 or 360-424-4287 Best Western Skagit Valley Inn 1-800-662-6886 or 360-428-5678 Tulip Inn/Travelodge 1-800-599-5969 or 360-428-5969 Quality Inn 1-800-424-6423 or 360-428-7020 Days Inn 360-424-4141 Mount Vernon RV 1-800-385-9895 or 360-428-8787 Bow Skagit Ridge Hotel 1-888-724-1640 Skagit Valley Casino Resort 1-877-275-2448 or 360-724-7777 Burlington Holiday Inn Express 1-888-682-3121 or 360-755-7338 Cocusa Motel 1-800-628-2257 or 360-757-6044 Sterling Motor Inn 1-888-757-6757 or 360-757-0071 Hampton Inn & Suites 360-757-7100, fax: 360-757-7110 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriot 360-757-2717 Celtic Arts Foundation PO Box 1342 Mount Vernon, WA 98723 360-416-4934 or toll free 1-888-416-4934 www.celticarts.org