Prairie State Classic

Prairie State Classic June 3-5, 2016 at the Ledges Sporting Horses Equestrian Complex 12250 Love Road, Roscoe, IL 61073 Morgan, American Saddlebred, Academy, Carriage and Hackney Pony Divisions Point show for: American Saddlebred Association of Wisconsin Illinois American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Association Mid-America Horse Show Association Tri-States Horsemen s Association 23rd Annual Champions Against Cancer To Benefit the Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care presented by the Mid-States Morgan Horse Club www.midstatesmorganhorseclub.org Entries Close May 1, 2016

Welcome, exhibitors! Show season is here, and we re looking forward to the 23rd Prairie State Classic. It was a great show last year, and we re planning for an even better one this year. Everyone should be aware of changes in rules and requirements from the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and the American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA). On the entry form you will see that anyone showing or owning a Morgan in an all Morgan section must be a member of AMHA or pay a nonmember fee. We are also requiring proof of vaccination for equine influenza virus and equine herpes virus (see USEF General Rule 845) along with the usual Coggins and health certificates. It is a necessary protection for all of our valuable equines. Check out the classes we are offering. There should be many opportunities to show your horse, but if you don t see that one class you want, just see the criteria for requesting a new class later in this booklet. The host hotel is the Best Western Legacy Inn & Suites. It is easy to find and a very nice hotel with breakfast and many other amenities. They have given us a great price, so call them early to reserve your room. You can find more information on the inside back cover. Last year we moved our hospitality room downstairs by the arena. People liked the easy access to coffee and treats along with a nice, comfortable place to sit and chat. Be sure to check it out every day for food, drinks and information. On Friday, make sure you plan to attend Jammin with the Judge and join us for appetizers in the viewing room. Another big hit from last year was our Saturday morning brunch. Look for great food in the viewing room from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Prairie State Classic was named the 2015 UPHA Chapter 10 Honor Show of the Year, and Shirley Orlando was the Horse Show Manager of the Year! We are honored by this recognition and will try to live up to this distinction. As always, we would like to thank all of the volunteers that help us run an efficient show. Special thanks to Cindy Berg for all of her help and expertise in putting this prize list together! Gail Kelce Shirley Orlando Show Manager Show Manager The Members of Mid States Morgan Horse Club

Prairie State Classic Horse Show June 3-5, 2016 At the Ledges Sporting Horses Equestrian Complex, 12250 Love Road, Roscoe, IL Morgan, American Saddlebred, Academy, Hackney Pony, Carriage Divisions Point show for the: American Saddlebred Association of Wisconsin Illinois American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Association Mid-America Horse Show Association Tri-States Horsemen s Association Sponsored by Mid-States Morgan Horse Club: www.midstatesmorganhorseclub.org 23rd Annual Champions Against Cancer Show Benefitting Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care, Rockford, IL Show Officials JUDGE: Cindy Mugnier, Belchertown, Massachusetts STEWARD: Jackie Luebke-Puetz FARRIER: John Wich PHOTOGRAPHER: Courtney Church ORGANIST: Mary Miles ANNOUNCER: Doug Irvine RINGMASTER: Marti Wernick VETERINARIAN: Dean Meyer, DVM Lodi Veterinary Hospital/Madison Equine Clinic: 608-592-3232 PADDOCK MASTER AND GATES: Steve and Janice Langdon BARN MANAGER: James Gruenberg RING CLERK: Kathy Berkheimer STALL ASSIGNMENTS: Gail Kelce TROPHIES AND RIBBONS: Shirley Orlando TROPHY PRESENTATION: Bernadette Bennett, Dana Beckley, Holly Lawver HOSPITALITY: Bonnie Miller and Christy Underwood CO-SHOW MANAGERS: Shirley Orlando Gail Kelce 5400 Walnut Place #714 959 High Point Drive Downers Grove, IL 60515 Rockton, IL 60172 630-434-8732 815-624-7993 gkelce@earthlink.net SHOW SECRETARY: Cheryl Rangel 1101 Peace Drive Wheeling, IL 60090 847-537-4743 Fax: 847-537-4758 tracesct@aol.com SHOW COMMITTEE Paulette Bodnar, Gail Kelce, Shirley Orlando, Cheryl Rangel Please get your entries in early! Our secretary will have limited time to be in the show office Thursday before the start of the show.

Exhibitor Information EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN THAT IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH. USEF MEMBER 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 Show Pass 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. AMHA MEMBER STATEMENT: Owners (lessees), exhibitors, and trainers of horses participating at Federation licensed competitions in all Morgan sections must be current members in good standing with the American Morgan Horse Association, Inc., or an organization having registry reciprocity (or pay a non-member fee. Set fees shall be payable to AMHA.) An original or a copy of the membership card must be provided to the competition unless the competition, at their discretion, confirms membership electronically with one of these organizations. Lessees are considered owners in connection with this membership requirement. In the event of an entry under multiple ownerships, only one owner need be a member. Exceptions: Exhibitors in Leadline and/or Walk-Trot classes are exempt from this membership requirement. Additionally, a parent/guardian when only signing an entry blank for a minor is not required to be a member or pay a non-member fee. ENTRY BLANKS must be signed by the owner or agent, exhibitor and trainer. If the owner/exhibitor is under 18 years of age, the entry blank must be signed by a representative who is of age and who by such signature individually assumes responsibility and risk as stated above the signature. If the owner is the trainer and rider/driver, the owner must sign three times. A copy of the current USEF card for each signer and a copy of the horse s registration papers (academy horses exempt) must be presented to complete the entry. Entry blanks must be completed in full and accompanied with full payment. Make checks payable to Mid-States Morgan Horse Club Inc. Entries made the day of the show must be made at least one hour before the start of the session. All stall, drug, USEF and office fees as well as one class per horse must be entered, paid for and postmarked by May 1, 2016, to avoid the post-entry fee. Every entry shall constitute an agreement that the person making it is subject to the rules and regulations of the USEF and Prairie State Classic. Only one owner is allowed per entry blank. No horse may be entered on more than one entry blank.

Please read: FEDERATION ENTRY AGREEMENT By entering a Federation-licensed Competition and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Driver, Rider, Handler, Vaulter or Longeur and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am subject to the Bylaws and Rules of The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the Federation ) and the local rules of Prairie State Classic. I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Rules of the Federation and of the competition. I will accept as final the decision of the Hearing Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to release and hold harmless the competition, the Federation, their officials, directors and employees for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of entry, the Federation and/or the Competition may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cable - casts, broadcasts, internet, film, new media or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of the competition, sport, or the Federation. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of Federation rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York, and any action instituted against the Federation must be filed in New York State. See GR908.4. HORSE REGISTRATION: All horses shown in Morgan-only classes must be registered with the AMHA or an organization having registry reciprocity, (Canadian Morgan Horse Association, British Morgan Horse Society, Swedish Morgan Horse Society). Horses in American saddlebred classes must be registered with the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA). All horses must be entered under the names of the owner(s) or lessees of record with AMHA, CMHA or ASHA. A copy of the registration papers showing proof of ownership or a copy of the registration papers with a certificate of eligibility to show issued by the ASHA must be submitted with entry form at the time of making entry. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: All out-of-state horses must have health papers current within 30 days of show date. ALL HORSES must have a negative Coggins test within the last six months. In addition, horses must comply with the USEF vaccination rule below. Health papers will be checked upon arrival at the show grounds. USEF equine vaccination rule: 1. At Federation licensed competitions, horses entering the grounds must be accompanied by documentation of Equine Influenza Virus and Equine Herpes Virus (Rhinopneumonitis) vaccinations within six months prior to entering the stables. Horses not in compliance with this rule may be required to leave the competition grounds upon request by Competition Management. Documentation should consist of one of the following methods mentioned below. The frequency of vaccine administration should be per the vaccine manufacturers or veterinarian s recommendations. It is recommended that vaccines are administered by or under the direction of a veterinarian. 2. In the case of vaccines administered by a veterinarian, the exhibitor, upon request by Competition Management, must provide documentation from the

veterinarian on documenting that the horse in question received the vaccinations; name of the vaccines and date of vaccine administration. 3. In the case of vaccines administered by a person other than a veterinarian, the exhibitor, upon request by Competition Management, must provide a receipt of the vaccine purchase which is signed by the owner, or agent with care, custody, and control of the horse; name, serial number and expiration date of the vaccine; and date of vaccine administration. 4. In the case of a horse that is unable to receive either of the vaccinations due to a history of adverse reactions, the exhibitor, upon request by Competition Management, must provide a letter from the veterinarian on official letterhead stating that the horse in question cannot be vaccinated due to medical concerns and a log of temperatures taken twice daily for the seven days prior to entering the competition grounds. These horses must also have their temperature taken and logged twice daily while on the competition grounds. The log of temperatures should be provided to the Competition Management, steward, or technical delegate when requested. ADMISSION OF HORSES: Horses will be admitted to the Ledges Sporting Horses no earlier than 8 a.m., Thursday, June 2. All horses must be removed by 8 p.m. Sunday, June 5. STALL and STALL ASSIGNMENTS: No first bedding will be provided for stalls. NO OUTSIDE BEDDING MAY BE BROUGHT TO THE SHOW; SHAVINGS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON THE GROUNDS. Stalls are 10 feet by 10 feet, limestonebased with doors. No smoking in barns. Stall assignments will available from the barn manager or the show office. NO HORSES ARE ALLOWED TO BE TIED OR CROSSTIED IN THE AISLE FOR GROOMING. FARRIER: The official horse show farrier, will be on the grounds during the show. He will be the only farrier permitted to work in the horse show area. VETERINARIAN: The phone number of the veterinarian who is on call will be posted in the show secretary s office. PARKING AREA: A limited number of camper spaces are available. Call Gail Kelce to reserve your spot, and pay in the show office. DOGS: Dogs must be on leashes at all times or in tack stalls and tied away from doors. SHOW RING ATTIRE: Exhibitors and attendants are required to observe proper show ring attire and decorum. Any person not suitably dressed will be excused from the ring. ARENA: Dirt-based indoor arena measuring 86 foot by 200 feet. Dirt-based warm-up areas. QUESTIONS, DISPUTES, PROTESTS: All questions not covered by USEF rules shall be decided and interpreted by the management of the Prairie State Classic, and their decision shall be final. Disputes should be presented to the show manager prior to filing a formal protest under the provisions of USEF. QUIET TIME : Quiet times for junior exhibitor and academy practice will be posted at the show office. Definitions JUNIOR EXHIBITOR: The age of a junior exhibitor as of December 1, 2016, shall be maintained throughout the entire show year. A junior exhibitor is 17 years and under. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN S CLASSES: Limited to adults 18 years and over. NOVICE CLASSES: A horse who has not yet won three firsts in a USEF-rated show in that division prior to the closing date of this show. (GR134) STALLIONS: No stallion may be entered in classes that specify ladies or junior exhibitors to ride or drive. Stallions over 1 year old may not be entered in fitting and showmanship classes.

CHAMPIONSHIPS: First, second and third place in qualifying classes must show back in their respective championships or forfeit winnings. Any exhibitor qualifying a horse for two or more championships scheduled in the same session may elect to enter only one without forfeiting winnings in preliminary classes. Entries in championship classes are the responsibility of the exhibitor and must be made at least one hour before the session in which the championship occurs. Horses will not be stripped in any Morgan championships. See USEF rule MO 108. Office Procedures SHOW SECRETARY: Show packets may be picked up in the show secretary s office located in the indoor arena building beginning on Thursday afternoon. Due to a scheduling conflict for our show secretary Thursday, announcements will be made about when the office will be open. It is especially important to get your entries into Cheryl Rangel early this year. The phone number for the office is 815-978-2358 (during the horse show only). HOURS: The office will close one hour before each session to prepare judge s cards and class sheets. The office will reopen at the start of the first class of a session and close at the conclusion of the last class of that session. Entries close one hour before each scheduled session. REFUNDS: Refunds will be made only when a veterinarian s certificate is presented before the start of the show. Refunds for entry fees only will be made if said certificate is received after the start of the show. Once the horse is on the show grounds, ONLY the official show veterinarian may issue said certificate. Stall fees and office fees cannot be refunded. SCRATCHES: Exhibitors must notify the secretary s office of scratches. A $20 fee may be assessed to any exhibitor that does not notify the office. POST-ENTRIES: There will be a post entry fee of $25 per horse on entries postmarked after show entry closing date of May 1, 2016. RETURNED CHECKS: Any check returned because of insufficient funds will be charged a $50 fee. The $50 fee and the amount for which the check was written must be paid with a cashier s or certified check. Show Fees and Premiums USEF fee ($8 drugs plus $8 medications per horse) $16.00 USEF nonmember fee (academy, walk/trot, leadline riders exempt) $30.00 AMHA nonmember fee $45.00 Office fee (per horse) $25.00 Stalls (NO OUTSIDE BEDDING ALLOWED) $90.00 Shavings (per bag) $9.00 Camper fee (per night) $20.00 Post-entry fee per horse after May 1, 2016 $25.00 Class fees: All performance and in hand $25.00 UPHA Classics $100.00 All championships $35.00 Please get your entries in early! Our secretary will have limited time in the show office Thursday before the start of the show.

AWARDS and PREMIUMS: A trophy and ribbons will be awarded in all classes. All performance champions (Morgan, ASB, equitation) will receive a trophy; reserve champions will receive leads. In hand champions will receive halters; reserve champions will receive leads. Premiums for performance championships: $50, $40, $30 There will be no cash awards for junior horse championships, equitation, junior exhibitor or academy championships. Winners checks will be mailed to horse owner within 30 days of show. Carriage entries are eligible for high-point ribbons. Academy classes will be awarded a trophy and championship ribbons only. SPONSORSHIPS: Levels: Bulrush $30.00 Woodbury $60.00 Ethan Allen $75.00 Sherman $150.00 Black Hawk $300.00 Justin Morgan $500.00 For sponsorship information call Gail Kelce at 815-624-7993. More information on sponsorship levels is available later in this premium book. Motorized Vehicle and Minors Rule 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. The parent(s), legal guardian(s), or individual who signs the entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. 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. The fire marshal will be checking all extension cords at the show. They must be UL approved (the large green or orange cords). All others will be removed. Sharps containers will be placed at each end of each barn for disposal of needles and other sharp instruments.

Morgan Division Morgan in Hand Entries are judged individually, standing, then at the walk and trot. Horses must be sound and stand squarely on all four feet. Emphasis shall be on type and conformation, with consideration given to ability to move correctly. No more than two people allowed in the ring for each horse. 1. Morgan Geldings 4 Years and Under 2. Morgan Geldings 5 Years and Over 3. Morgan Grand Champion Gelding (First and second place in classes 1 and 2 are eligible.) 4. Morgan Mares 4 Years and Under 5. Morgan Mares 5 Years and Over 6. Morgan Grand Champion Mare (First and second place in classes 4 and 5 are eligible.) 7. Morgan Stallions 4 Years and Under 8. Morgan Stallions 5 Years and Over 9. Morgan Grand Champion Stallion (First and second place winners in classes 7 and 8 are eligible.) Morgan Park Saddle 31. Morgan Park Saddle Junior/Novice Horse 151. Morgan Park Saddle Open Morgan Park Harness 50. Morgan Park Harness Open 105. Morgan UPHA 3-Year-Old Park Harness Classic (First through sixth qualify for UPHA Classic Grand Championship. (The professional trainer and recorded owner must be UPHA members.) Morgan Hunter Pleasure 21. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Stallions and Geldings 24. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Mares 29. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse 38. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Amateur 71. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 83. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Novice Horse 98. Morgan UPHA 3-Year-Old Hunter Pleasure Classic (First through sixth qualify for UPHA Classic Grand Championship. The professional trainer and recorded owner must be UPHA members.) 104. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Ladies 131. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Amateur Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 38.) 133. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Championship Junior Exhibitor (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 71.) 136. Morgan Junior/Novice Horse Hunter Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 29 or 83.) 144. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in any Morgan hunter pleasure class.)

Morgan English Pleasure 19. Morgan English Pleasure Stallions, Geldings and Mares 41. Morgan English Pleasure Ladies 72. Morgan English Pleasure Amateur 75. Morgan English Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 17 and under 78. Morgan English Pleasure Junior/Novice Horse 140. Morgan Junior/Novice Horse English Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 78.) 142. Morgan English Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in any Morgan English pleasure class.) 150. Morgan English Pleasure Amateur Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 72 or 75.) Morgan Pleasure Driving 22. Morgan Pleasure Driving Junior/Novice Horse 45. Morgan Pleasure Driving Amateur 47. Morgan Pleasure Driving Junior Exhibitor 65. Morgan Pleasure Driving 2-Year-Old 70. Morgan Pleasure Driving Stallions, Mares and Geldings 81. Morgan Pleasure Driving Ladies 92. Morgan UPHA 3-Year-Old Pleasure Driving Classic (First through sixth qualify for UPHA Classic Grand Championship. The professional trainer and recorded owner must be UPHA members.) 129. Morgan Pleasure Driving Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in any Morgan pleasure driving class.) Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle 42. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Junior/Novice Horse 44. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Junior Exhibitor 76. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Stallions, Mares and Geldings 148. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 42, 44 or 76.) Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving 27. Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Stallions, Mares and Geldings 86. Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Junior/Novice Horse 134. Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 27 or 86.) CLASSIC PLEASURE CROSS ENTERING: In classic pleasure classes, cross entering is allowed in all other classes, including English pleasure and pleasure driving, provided toe and shoeing requirements are met. Morgan Western Pleasure 15. Morgan Western Pleasure Stallions, Mares and Geldings 17. Morgan Western Pleasure Junior/Novice Horse 34. Morgan Western Pleasure Amateur 68. Morgan Western Pleasure Ladies 84. Morgan Western Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 94. Morgan Junior/Novice Horse Western Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 17.)

102. Morgan Western Pleasure Amateur Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 34 or 84.) 146. Morgan Western Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in any Morgan western pleasure class.) Morgan Equitation 40. Morgan Hunter Seat Equitation 17 and Under 96. Morgan Saddle Seat Equitation 17 and Under AMHA Medal Classes Exhibitors in AMHA medal classes must be AMHA members in good standing. Riders in the saddle seat and hunter seat on the flat medal classes must be under 22 years as of December 1 of the competition year. All exhibitors must show proof of current AMHA membership. Exhibitors must ride a registered Morgan mare or gelding. If the medal class fills with the required number of riders, the silver medal will be awarded to the winner and a certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to the second-place rider. AMHA Medal classes do not require a minimum number to fill a class. Reference: USEF Rules MO165, MO167, MO168, MO169 and MO171. 73. AMHA Hunter Seat on the Flat Medal Class: Entries are to enter the ring at a trot and are to be judged at a walk, trot and canter. They shall be worked both ways of the ring. At least the top four riders must perform two or more individual tests. For class specifications refer to USEF Rule Book, M0171. Individual Tests A-P may be required. 80. AMHA Saddle Seat Medal Class: Entries are to enter the ring at a trot and are to be judged at a walk, trot and canter. They shall be worked both ways of the ring. At least the top four riders must perform two or more individual tests. For class specifications refer to USEF Rule Book, M0168. Individual Tests A-P may be required. Equitation Division, Open **Open to All Breeds 23. **Exhibition Open Western Seat Equitation 25. **Exhibition Open Adult English Equitation Hunter Seat/Saddle Seat: Open to adult amateur riders at least 18 years old. All specifications to the named seats are applicable, including tests and patterns. 33. **Saddle Seat Equitation UPHA Challenge Cup 17 and Under: Open to all saddle seat equitation riders 17 years of age and under riding a mare or gelding of any breed. One UPHA Challenge Cup win eliminates that rider from further competition in qualifying classes that season. Showmanship is paramount throughout the class. Judging in all UPHA Challenge Cup qualifying classes is based 60 percent on rail work and 40 percent on the individual workout. In qualifying classes and chapter championships (except walk/trot classes), the top four riders must be worked individually. The mandatory workout in all qualifying competitions (except walk/trot classes) is: Trot a serpentine to the opposite end of the ring. Return down either rail at a show trot. 35. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Equitation 12 and Under, Any Seat: Performance of child at a walk and trot/jog to be judged. Children entered in this class may only enter classes in which the canter is not a required gait. Rider must not have ever been judged in a class at a recognized or nonrecognized show that required a canter. 66. **Exhibition Open Fitting and Showmanship 17 and Under: To be judged on showmanship with horse shown in hand, standing, and at a walk and trot as well as on fitting, as evidenced by grooming and condition. 90. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Equitation Championship (To be eligible, must have shown in class 35.)

119. **Exhibition Open Advanced Leadline 8 and Under: 1. All riders are led in the class at the walk down the first rail. 2. Riders line up in single file down the second rail. 3. Riders are then individually led at the trot (English riders expected to post but correct diagonals NOT required) down the rail going first direction. 4. Riders walk around the corner and down the rail, then wait while other participants trot the first rail. 5. Riders reverse, and each rider trots down the rail the second direction. 6. All riders line up in the middle after everyone completes the workout. The judge walks the lineup and ties the class. 7. The class is tied first through sixth like other classes. 128. **Exhibition Open Leadline 7 and Under, Any Seat: Horses to be led at a walk by an adult on foot. Performance of child and suitability of mount to be judged. Children in this class may not enter any other class at this show. Protective headgear (See GR 801 and MO197) must be worn by riders in leadline classes at all times while mounted. 130. **Exhibition Open Hunter Seat Equitation Championship: Open to junior and amateur riders. Tests 1-19. (To be eligible, must have shown in class 25 or 40.) 138. **Exhibition Open Saddle Seat Equitation Championship (To be eligible, must have shown in class 25, 33, 80, 88 or 96.) American Saddlebred (ASB) Division ASB Equitation 87. Saddle & Bridle Pleasure Equitation Medallion Class See USEF EQ117.14 for eligibility requirements. 1. Eligibility to compete in the Saddle & Bridle Medallion is limited to those riders who show only ASB pleasure horses in equitation during a given competition year and have not reached their 18th birthday. This does not exclude the saddle seat equitation riders also showing other breeds. Country pleasure horses and show pleasure horses may both compete. 2. A minimum of two riders must be entered, shown and judged in order to be an official medallion qualifying class. 3. One medallion class win eliminates that rider from further competition in qualifying classes that season. 4. All medallion class winners and reserve winners are eligible for the medallion finals, scheduled to be held at the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show in the fall. Riders under 13 are eligible for the junior finals. Riders between 14 and 17 years old are eligible for the senior division. 5. A rider competing in a medallion class will be qualified for the finals by winning or placing second. A rider who qualifies with a second place ribbon can show in other medallion classes. One win eliminates a rider from further competition in qualifying classes. 88. ASB Pleasure Equitation 17 and Under Fine Harness 100. ASB UPHA 3 Years and Under Fine Harness (The professional trainer and recorded owner must be UPHA members.) Park 106. ASB Park: Open horses shown in any class of this division are ineligible to compete in the saddlebred performance division (i.e., three gaited, five gaited and fine harness) or saddlebred pleasure division (including park pleasure) at the same competition except for in-hand or model classes. To be shown at a walk, trot and canter. To be judged on performance, manners, presence, quality and conformation. 132. ASB Park Stake (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 106.)

3-Gaited Park Pleasure 14. ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure 103. ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 14.) 5-Gaited Show Pleasure 30. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure 99. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 30.) 3-Gaited Show Pleasure 18. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure 18 and over 36. ASB Show Pleasure Three-Gaited Novice Horse 43. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 17 and Under 79. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Junior Exhibitor Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 43.) 91. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 18 or 36.) Show Pleasure Driving 26. ASB Show Pleasure Driving Novice Horse 97. ASB Show Pleasure Driving 141. ASB Show Pleasure Driving Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 26 or 97.) 5-Gaited Country Pleasure 46. ASB Five-Gaited Country Pleasure 149. ASB Five-Gaited Country Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 46.) 3-Gaited English Country Pleasure 16. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Exhibitor 18 and Over 67. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Limit Horse 93. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Exhibitor 17 and Under 137. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Championship Junior Exhibitor (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 93.) 152. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Championship Adult (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 16.) Western Country Pleasure 20. ASB Western Country Pleasure 145. ASB Western Country Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 20.) Country Pleasure Driving 77. ASB Country Pleasure Driving 139. ASB Country Pleasure Driving Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 77.)

Hackney Pony Division 39. Hackney Roadster Pony Open 49. Harness Pony Open 82. Hackney or Harness Pony Show Pleasure Driving 101. Hackney Roadster Pony Championship 143. Hackney or Harness Pony Show Pleasure Driving Championship 147. Harness Pony Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 49.) Exhibition Open Division **Open to All Breeds 11. **Carriage Driving Turnout 12. **Carriage Driving Working 13. **Carriage Driving Reinsmanship 37. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Pleasure 12 and Under, Any Seat: To be judged on performance of mount at a walk and trot/jog. Children entered in this class may only enter classes in which the canter is not a required gait. Rider must not have ever been judged in a class at a recognized or nonrecognized show that required a canter. 28. **Exhibition Open English Pleasure Novice Rider, Hunter or Saddle Seat: To be shown at a walk, trot/pleasure trot, road/extended trot and canter. To be judged on manners, performance with proper cadence and balance, presence and apparent ability to give a good pleasure ride 60 percent; type and conformation 40 percent. 48. **Exhibition Open English Pleasure: To be shown at a walk, trot, road trot and canter. To be judged on manners, performance with proper cadence and balance, presence and apparent ability to give a good pleasure ride 60 percent; type and conformation 40 percent. 69. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Pleasure Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 37.) 74. **Exhibition Open Pleasure Driving 85. **Exhibition Open Pleasure 50 and Over, Any Seat: To be shown at a walk, trot/jog and canter/lope. 89. Exhibition Open Pleasure Driving Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 74.) 135. **Exhibition English Pleasure Championship Hunter/Saddle Seat (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 28, 48 or 85.) Academy Division The purpose of this division is to introduce potential owners to the joys of showing horses and give riders the opportunity to gain experience in a fun horse show atmosphere. The UPHA Chapters 3/4 and 10 sanction these classes. A complete copy of the guidelines will be available at the horse show office. RIDERS: Riders in this division are students enrolled in a professionally operated program and are to be judged on their basic riding skills. Riders may NOT cross enter into any performance classes with the exception of driving classes. A rider who has shown in a regular division class and/or in a full riding suit at any show is prohibited from further participation in the academy division with the exception of the open rider pleasure classes (if applicable). RIDER ATTIRE: All riders are encouraged to use safety helmets. ASTM/SEI approved safety helmets are the only acceptable headgear for academy riders. Helmets are required for ALL riders ages 10 and under. Saddle seat attire: Jodhpurs or dark pants, shirt with a collar, tie, jodhpur boots or sturdy shoes. Sweater vest or fitted vest permitted; no derbies/hats. No full riding suits allowed. ACADEMY HORSES: Horses are to be lesson-type horses and must display characteristics of such! Instructors are encouraged to own or lease their academy horses. Horses must not be in

training. Horses may be shown in a snaffle bridle with martingale or pelham/full bridle. Appropriate saddles are to be used for the seat being ridden. Hoof blacking and ribbon braids are optional. Academy horses may cross-enter into other divisions at any show; however, show horses may not be entered in the academy division. 51. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited 14-17 52. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited 18 and Over 53. Academy Pleasure 3-Gaited Championship 14 and Over (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 51 or 52.) 54. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited 13 and Under 55. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three -Gaited Championship 13 and Under (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 54.) 56. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited 14-17 57. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited 18 and Over 58. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited Championship 14 and Over (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 56 or57.) 59. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited 13 and Under 60. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited Championship 13 and Under (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 59.) 61. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited All Ages 62. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited Championship All Ages (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 61.) 63. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Equitation Three-Gaited All Ages 64. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Equitation Three-Gaited Championship All Ages (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 63.) 107. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 14 and Over 108. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 107.) 109. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 12-13 110. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 10-11 111. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 9 and Under 112. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 109, 110 or 111.) 113. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 14 and Over 114. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 113.) 115. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 12-13 116. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10-11 117. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 9 and Under 118. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 115, 116 or 117.) 120. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 14 and Over 121. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 120.) 122. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 13 and Under 123. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Pleasure Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 122.) 124. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 14 and Over 125. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 124.) 126. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 13 and Under 127. Academy Hunter/Western Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship (To be eligible, entries must have been entered, shown and judged in class 126.)

Schedule of Classes Friday, June 3, 10 a.m. 1. Morgan Geldings 4 Years and Under in Hand 2. Morgan Geldings 5 Years and Over in Hand 3. Morgan Grand Champion Gelding 4. Morgan Mares 4 Years and Under in Hand 5. Morgan Mares 5 Years and Over in Hand 6. Morgan Grand Champion Mare 7. Morgan Stallions 4 Years and Under in Hand 8. Morgan Stallions 5 Years and Over in Hand 9. Morgan Grand Champion Stallion 10. To Be Announced (Ring drag) 30-minute break 11. **Exhibition Open Carriage Driving Turnout 12. **Exhibition Open Carriage Driving Working 13. **Exhibition Open Carriage Driving Reinsmanship 14. ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure 15. Morgan Western Pleasure Stallions, Mares and Geldings 16. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure 18 and Over 17. Morgan Western Pleasure Junior/Novice Horse 18. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure 18 and Over 19. Morgan English Pleasure Stallions, Mares and Geldings 20. ASB Western Country Pleasure 21. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Stallions and Geldings (Ring drag) 22. Morgan Pleasure Driving Junior/Novice Horse 23. **Exhibition Open Western Seat Equitation 24. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Mares 25. **Exhibition Open Adult Equitation 18 and Over Hunter/Saddle Seat 26. ASB Show Pleasure Driving Novice Horse 27. Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Open 28. **Exhibition Open English Pleasure Hunter/Saddle Seat Novice Rider 29. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse 30. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure 31. Morgan Park Saddle Junior/Novice Horse 32. To Be Announced Jammin with the Judge at end of morning session Appetizers in viewing room at 5 p.m. Friday, June 3, 7 p.m. 33. **Saddle Seat Equitation UPHA Challenge Cup 17 and Under 34. Morgan Western Pleasure Amateur 35. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Equitation 12 years and Under 36. ASB Show Pleasure Three-Gaited Novice Horse 37. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Pleasure 12 years and Under 38. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Amateur

(Ring drag) 39. Hackney Roadster Pony Open 40. Morgan Hunter Seat Equitation 17 and Under 41. Morgan English Pleasure Ladies 42. Morgan Classic English Pleasure Junior/Novice 43. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 17 and Under 44. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Junior Exhibitor (Ring drag) 45. Morgan Pleasure Driving Amateur 46. ASB Five-Gaited Country Pleasure 47. Morgan Pleasure Driving Junior Exhibitor 48. **Exhibition Open English Pleasure (Hunter/Saddle Seat) 49. Harness Pony Open 50. Morgan Park Harness Open Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. 51. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited 14-17 52. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited 18 and Over 53. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited Championship 14 and Over 54. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited 13 and under 55. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure Three-Gaited Championship 13 and Under 10-minute break 56. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited 14-17 57. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited 18 and over 58. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited Championship 14 and Over 59. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited 13 and under 60. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation Three-Gaited Championship 13 and Under 10-minute break 61. Academy Hunter/Western Pleasure Three-Gaited All Ages 62. Academy Hunter/Western Pleasure Three-Gaited Championship All Ages 63. Academy Hunter/Western Equitation Three-Gaited All Ages 64. Academy Hunter/Western Equitation Three-Gaited Championship All Ages Brunch in viewing room: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2 p.m. 65. Morgan Pleasure Driving 2-Year-Old 66. **Exhibition Open Fitting and Showmanship 17 Years and Under 67. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Limit Horse 68. Morgan Western Pleasure Ladies 69. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Pleasure Championship 70. Morgan Pleasure Driving Stallions, Mares and Geldings 71. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 17 Years and Under 72. Morgan English Pleasure Amateur 73. AMHA Hunter Seat on the Flat Medal Class

(Ring drag) 74. **Exhibition Open Pleasure Driving 75. Morgan English Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 17 Years and Under 76. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Stallions, Mares and Geldings 77. ASB Country Pleasure Driving 78. Morgan English Pleasure Junior/Novice Horse 79. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Junior Exhibitor Championship 80. AMHA Saddle Seat Medal (Ring drag) 81. Morgan Pleasure Driving Ladies 82. Hackney or Harness Pony Show Pleasure Driving 83. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Novice Horse 84. Morgan Western Pleasure Junior Exhibitor 85. **Exhibition Open Pleasure 50 and Over 86. Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Junior/Novice Horse 87. Saddle & Bridle Pleasure Equitation Medallion Class Saturday, June 4, 7 p.m. 88. ASB Pleasure Equitation 17 and Under 89. Exhibition Open Pleasure Driving Championship 90. **Exhibition Open Walk/Trot Equitation Championship 91. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult Championship 92. Morgan UPHA 3-Year-Old Pleasure Driving Classic 93. ASB English Country Pleasure Three-Gaited 17 and Under 94. Morgan Junior/Novice Horse Western Pleasure Championship (Ring drag) 95. Harness Pony Championship 96. Morgan Saddle Seat Equitation 17 and Under 97. ASB Show Pleasure Driving 98. Morgan UPHA 3-Year-Old Hunter Pleasure Classic 99. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure Championship 100. ASB UPHA 3-Year-Old Fine Harness Classic (Ring drag) 101. Hackney Roadster Pony Championship 102. Morgan Western Pleasure Championship Amateur 103. ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure Championship 104. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Ladies 105. Morgan UPHA 3-Year-Old Park Harness Classic 106. ASB Park Open Sunday, June 5, 9 a.m. 107. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure, Walk/Trot 14 and Over 108. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure, Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship 109. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure, Walk/Trot 12 and 13

110. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure, Walk/Trot 10 and 11 111. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure, Walk/Trot 9 and Under 112. Academy Saddle Seat Pleasure, Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship 113. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation, Walk/Trot 14 and Over 114. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation, Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship 115. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation, Walk/Trot 12 and 13 116. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation, Walk/Trot 10 and 11 117. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation, Walk/Trot 9 and Under 118. Academy Saddle Seat Equitation, Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship 119. **Exhibition Open Advanced Leadline 8 and under 120. Academy Hunter/Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 14 and Over 121. Academy Hunter/Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship 122. Academy Hunter/Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 13 and Under 123. Academy Hunter/Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship 124. Academy Hunter/Western Equitation Walk/Trot 14 and Over 125. Academy Hunter/Western Equitation Walk/Trot 14 and Over Championship 126. Academy Hunter/Western Equitation Walk/Trot 13 and Under 127. Academy Hunter/Western Equitation Walk/Trot 13 and Under Championship 128. **Exhibition Open Leadline 7 Years and Under One-hour break after class 128 (Ring drag) 129. Morgan Pleasure Driving Championship 130. **Exhibition Open Hunter Seat Equitation Championship 131. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Championship Amateur 132. ASB Park Stake 133. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Champ Junior Exhibitor 134. Morgan Classic Pleasure Driving Championship 135. **Exhibition English Pleasure Championship (Hunter or Saddle Seat) (Ring drag) 136. Morgan Junior/Novice Hunter Pleasure Championship 137. ASB English Country Pleasure Three-Gaited Championship Junior Exhibitor 138. **Exhibition Open Saddle Seat Equitation Championship 139. ASB Country Pleasure Driving Championship 140. Morgan Junior/Novice Horse English Pleasure Championship 141. ASB Show Pleasure Driving Championship 142. Morgan English Pleasure Championship (Ring drag) 143. Hackney or Harness Pony Show Pleasure Driving Championship 144. Morgan Hunter Pleasure Championship 145. ASB Western Country Pleasure Championship 146. Morgan Western Pleasure Championship 147. Harness Pony Championship 148. Morgan Classic Pleasure Saddle Championship 149. ASB Five-Gaited Country Pleasure Championship 150. Morgan English Pleasure Championship Amateur 151. Morgan Park Saddle Open 152. ASB Three-Gaited English Country Pleasure Championship Adult

Have a class request? If you would like to request a class, you must contact a show manager. If the request is approved, you must: Submit at least $60 per qualifier class or $150 for championship class. Have at least three horses for the class. Request the class in a timely manner to allow promotion of it via website, email and at the show. Show management will make the final determination as to whether the requested class fits within the show. Ben Franklin $100 Mystery Classes At the beginning of each session, a random drawing will determine which classes* from that session will be Ben Franklin classes. The winner of each Ben Franklin class will receive a Ben Franklin $100 bill! Morgans: $1,200 = 12 Ben Franklin winners Saddlebreds: $500 = 5 Ben Franklin winners *Junior exhibitor, in-hand, equitation, championship and academy classes are not eligible.

UPHA Classics $250 Added Morgan Park Harness Pleasure Driving Hunter Pleasure American Saddlebred Fine Harness The UPHA Classics are open to any horse nominated and kept eligible through the classic in which it will show. For each classic, $250 will be added to the entry money. See www.uphaonline.com for payout details and complete rules. First through sixth places qualify for the corresponding UPHA Classic Grand Championship at the Morgan Grand National and World Championship Morgan Horse Show (Morgans) or the American Royal (ASB). A horse may show in more than one classic, but the horse must be nominated and declaration and starting fees paid for each classic in which it will compete. A horse sold between payments remains eligible if the next payment deadline is met. Prize money will be paid to the person paying the starting fee. In order for an entry to compete in the UPHA Classics, its professional trainer and owner must be UPHA members. Nominating Fees/Deadlines $100 per horse eligibility fee payable to UPHA prior to April 1 of the current year $150 per horse fee after April 1 of the current year UPHA, 4059 Iron Works Parkway, Suite 2, Lexington, KY 40511 Class Entry Fee $100 class entry fee The postmark on the entry envelope must precede the entry deadline. Make all entry checks payable to: Mid-States Morgan Horse Club Inc. A stall must be reserved on your show entry blank, and payment must be enclosed. Make sure that you fill in the trainer s and owner s UPHA member number on your show entry form and also enclose the proper fees. Failure to do so could result in disqualification.

Sponsorship Information Sponsorships are essential to making the Prairie State Classic the successful tradition we all look forward to. Your support is essential. Details about sponsorship levels and benefits are below. Please consider joining us as Champions Against Cancer. Sponsor names will be displayed on the official sponsors list. Class sponsors will be announced during the class. Bulrush: $30.00 Woodbury: $60.00 Ethan Allen: $75.00 Sherman: $150.00 Black Hawk: $300.00 Justin Morgan: $500.00 (corporate sponsor) Minimum amount needed to sponsor: Performance or in-hand classes: $60.00 In-hand championship classes: $75.00 Junior championships: $150 Performance championships: $250 For more information or forms contact: Gail Kelce 959 High Point Drive Rockton, IL 61072 815-624-7993 Email: gkelce@earthlink.net

Special Events: All Are Welcome Hospitality lounge: Join us each morning in the hospitality lounge for coffee and doughnuts while getting the latest session info. Be sure to grab some peppermints for your equine friends. Jammin with the Judge Q&A: Do you ever wonder what judges look for? Find out during a Q&A session Friday after the morning session. Friday night hors d oeuvres and drinks: Don t miss this chance to socialize over appetizers and drinks Friday at 5 p.m. before the evening session. Saturday brunch: Stop by the upstairs viewing room between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for brunch.

Meet Our Judge Cindy Mugnier Cindy Mugnier, of Belchertown, Massachusetts, is a third-generation horsewoman. From 1982 to 2004 she owned and operated Fox Meadow Farm in Granby, Massachusetts, where she trained numerous state, regional, national and world champion Morgans and equestrians. Since 2004 Cindy has acted as an equine consultant and riding instructor. She has coached international equestrian teams for AMHA and USEF, including the 2012 World Cup gold medal team. She also lectures on equine business at the University of Massachusetts Stockbridge School in Amherst, Massachusetts. A past president of the AMHA, Cindy chairs the Judging Standards and Judging Education committees for AMHA as well as the Saddle Seat Equitation Committee for USEF and is the chairman of the 2016 Grand National and World Championship Morgan Horse Show. She is licensed by the USEF to judge Morgan, American saddlebred, hackney, saddle seat equitation and roadster divisions. She has judged extensively in the USA as well as in the U.K., Canada, Sweden and South Africa.

Mid-States Morgan Horse Club OPEN FUN SHOW Saturday, August 6 9:30 a.m. Fox Valley Saddle Association Show Grounds Hampshire, Illinois Judge: Bonnie Kittredge, McHenry, Illinois Riding and driving classes for all ages, levels and styles In hand Academy Carriage Games Ideal show for new horse/rider/driver combinations Indoor arena, box stalls available For more information contact: Kristen Breyer, 26715 N. Schwerman Road, Wauconda, IL 60084 briarpatcheast@aol.com Download a show bill at: www.midstatesmorganhorseclub.org

Directions to the Ledges From Chicago, take I-90 (toward Madison). Exit at Rockton Road. Turn right on Rockton Road. Continue to Love Road and turn right on Love Road. The Ledges will be ahead on the right. Ledges Sporting Horses Equestrian Complex 12250 Love Road, Roscoe, IL Host Hotel The Best Western Legacy Inn & Suites is our host hotel for the show. For the show rate, use promotional code LEDGES1. 5910 Technology Drive South Beloit, IL 61080 815-389-4211 1-800-WESTERN www.bestwestern.com Additional Area Lodging Fairfield Inn: Beloit, WI, 608-365-2200 Holiday Inn Express: Beloit, WI, 608-365-6000 Holiday Inn Express: Loves Park, IL, 815-654-4100 Hampton Inn: Beloit, WI, 608-362-6000 Quality Inn: Beloit, WI, 608-362-2666 The Ironworks Hotel: Beloit, WI, 608-362-5500