Way to WEG Taupo CDI*** 2018 In conjunction with the North Island Future Stars Champs and the Equestrian Entries U25 Championships Schedule of Classes and Conditions 19 th, 21 st & 22 nd April 2018 Fiber Fresh National Equestrian Centre, Rapids Road, Taupo Entries Enter online at www.equestrianentries.co.nz Entries Close Friday 30th March 2018. Contact Event Manager - Celine Filbee, dressage@inspire.net.nz 0274 540 591 Conditions It is the obligation of the Rider or Persons Responsible to read and understand the conditions for this event. Official Start Time The official event start time is 1.00 pm Wednesday 18 th April 2018. This is the start time for the period of jurisdiction for all FEI General, Dressage & Dressage Regulations. Equestrian Sport New Zealand (ESNZ) General Regulations, Veterinary Regulations and ESNZ Dressage rules. All horses on the grounds after the official start time of the event must be entered at the event and are subject to Rider Event Levy and Stabling & Camping fees. Please note FEI rules do not allow the use of prohibited gear from time of arrival on the grounds. Schedule of Classes Class 91 Thursday 19 th FEI Grand Prix 2018 - Not before 3.00pm Class 92 Saturday 21 st FEI Grand Prix Special 2018 - Not before 12.00pm Class 93 Sunday 22 nd FEI Grand Prix Freestyle 2017 - Not before 11.00pm Competition Draw The Grand Prix draw will be available at www.equestrianentries.co.nz one hour after the official draw which is at 9.30 am Thursday 19 th April 2018. The OC reserves the right to alter the program to ensure the smooth running of the event. It is the rider s responsibility to check any new times posted. 1
Rider Briefing The Event Manager will be available for enquiries at completion of the Horse Inspection. Eligibility 1. Horses must be ESNZ registered and be 148cm or over. 2. A dressage annual start is required to enter. 3. Riders must be an ESNZ full competitive or life member. 4. ESNZ Horse/Pony/Rider Registration must be current until 22nd April 2018 or entries will not be accepted. 1. All riders require FEI rider registration 2. All horses require 2018 FEI horse registration and Passports. Conditions 1. Combinations must achieve 60% in the Grand Prix test to compete in the Grand Prix Musical Freestyle class. 2. All competitors must pay $30.00 FEI EADCMP fee per horse. 3. Horse and ID Inspection 9.00 am Thursday 19 th April 2018 Indoor School. All horses must be presented for inspection. A starting order will be posted. 4. All FEI horses must be stabled on the grounds and pay the $225.00 stabling Fee. 5. Please check FEI website for updated FEI Tests prior to event. www.fei.org. 6. All Classes are run under FEI rules. 7. FEI Schedule available from www.nzequestrian.org.nz. 8. The OC reserves the right to alter any event condition within the FEI Dressage rules. 9. ESNZ identification numbers must be worn at all times, including warm-up. 10. All horses must have an identification tag on them at all times with rider details and mobile phone number. 11. Stallions must comply with ESNZ Article 133 and must remain in a stable at all times when not being ridden. 12. Protests must be lodged with the secretary as per FEI rules 13. Presentation of Prizes: 1. There will be no prize money awarded at the event. 2. Rosettes will be awarded in all classes 1 st to 6 th 3. There will be a mounted presentation for all classes Event Reception Opening Hours The Event Reception is situated next to the Charisma Hall, riders please address all queries to this area. Wednesday 18 th April 1.00pm 5.00pm Thursday 19 th April 7.30am 6.00pm Friday 20 th April 7.30am 6.00pm Saturday 21 st April 7.30am 6.00pm Sunday 22 nd April 7.30am 5.00pm Competition Arena Use & Familarisation The competition arena is closed at all times except as stated below Thursday 19 th April 2018 7.30-8.00 am Friday 20 th April 2018 7.30-8.00 am - Subject to confirmation Saturday 21 th April 2018 7.30-8.00 am Designated warm up arena is open during hours of daylight. Music Testing Music Testing will be from 7.30 am Sunday 22 nd April 2018, competitors must advise at time of entry if music testing is required or no time will be allocated. Horse Inspection Thursday 19 th April 2018 9.00am, Indoor School. 2
Venue Rules 1. Competitors and spectators attending this event do so at their own risk 2. No smoking in any buildings or in yard/stable areas 3. Neither the National Equestrian Centre, ESNZ or Dressage NZ, or nor any representative of these bodies, accepts any liability for any loss, damage, injury or illness to horse, pony, rider, spectators, land, vehicles or any personal property whether caused by their negligence or breach of contract in any way. 4. The National Equestrian Centre, ESNZ or Dressage NZ shall not be liable for the safety of any goods/equipment or the loss of, or damage to such goods and equipment, brought in/stored at the venue, during the period of use. 5. Any damage to the National Equestrian Centre facilities to be reported immediately to the Event Office. 6. Tagged safety helmets must be worn at all times when schooling and competing. 7. All horses on the grounds must be entered at the event unless prior arrangement has been made with the Organising Committee. Dogs 1. Dogs must be kept in the truck park at all times 2. No dogs are allowed in any stable or yarding areas, warm up, competition areas or buildings 3. Dogs may be exercised on the cross country course only 4. Failure to adhere to these rulings will result in a complete dog ban for 2019 5. The dog must be on a lead at all times 6. The owner of the dog will be responsible for the cost of any damage/harm caused by the dog at the competition. Vehicles & Motorbikes 1. Speed limit for all vehicles 15 kph. 2. Motorbikes may not be used after 8.30 pm and must be used in accordance with normal road rules. Any competitor contravening these rules will be fined and immediately eliminated from any further participation in the show. Helmets must be worn. 3. Joy riding on any part of the grounds at any time will not be tolerated. Junior drivers (under 16yrs) must only use motorbikes under parental supervision. Horse Identification, Yards & Accommodation 1. Registered horse/pony identification numbers must be worn at all times when competing. 2. During non-competition times ID tags to include the person responsible name and phone number. 3. Please keep wash down bays clean at all times. 4. Moving horses to unallocated yards/paddocks is prohibited. 5. Please use the skips provided for horse waste not rubbish, bins are provided for rubbish. 6. Temporary yards are not permitted. 7. All yards/stables are to be left properly mucked out. Muck skips will be located near the yards. Camp Sites 1. Parking and camping areas may be defined. 2. Powered sites available. 3. Any persons found plugging their truck/float/camper into power sockets in the ablution block or other illegal connection will be asked to leave the venue 4. Please be tidy and use bins for all rubbish 5. Waste water (grey water tanks) must not be dumped on the venue. 3
Contact Phone Numbers For Emergencies Dial 111 Medical Taupo Medical Centre Ltd, 117 Heu Heu Street, Taupo 3330, (07) 378 4080 Local Vet Taupo Veterinary Centre, 3 Oruanui Street, Taupo, 07 378 5433 Farrier Please see Event Office Feed Supply Farmlands, 101 Tauhara Road, Taupo, 3330, Ph. 07 378 2503 taupo@farmlands.co.nz Event Manager - Celine Filbee 0274 540 591 Stable Manager - Jos Gresham 0273 221 717 Entries & Entry Fees Entry Fee - $450 per horse to include three classes FEI EADCMP Fee - $30.00 per horse Entries close on: Friday 30th March 2018. Enter online at: www.equestrian entries.co.nz - Only online entries will be accepted. Please state horse s date of birth on online entry. Additional fees for all Competitors Rider Event Levy $40 per rider - Non Refundable. FEI EADCMP Fee - $30.00 per horse Medical Fee - $25.00 per rider. Horse Accommodation Fees Premium stables $225.00 per horse for the event Non refundable Arrive 1.00pm Wednesday 18 th April, depart 4.00 pm Sunday 22nd April 2018 only. Premium stables will not be available outside these times. Camping Fees Camping power - $10.00 per night per truck/float Without power - $5.00 per night per peson Please state arrival and departure days at time of entry. Competitors arriving earlier or departing later must state arrival/and departure days at time of entry and will be subject to NEC yard and camping fees payable in the honesty box. Payment Method Payment must be made prior to close of entries Friday 30th March 2018 By Internet Banking to Account 15 3950 0471176 01 Use Reference - riders name and Equestrian Entries entry number or entry will not be accepted. or: Cheque payable to Dressage NZ, sent to Dressage NZ YRCH, PO Box 143 Paraparaumu 5254 Use Reference - riders name and Equestrian Entries entry number or entry will not be accepted. Please retain this document for future reference Event Queries Celine Filbee 0274 540 591 dressage@inspire.net.nz 4
Official Withdrawal Form Close date for all refund applications 6th May 2018 There will be no refund unless this Official Withdrawal Form is completed & sent to S Bright. PO Box 143, Paraparaumu, or emailed to bright.sara@xtra.co.nz $265 Stable fee and Rider Event Levy is non-refundable. Camping & Medical fees will be 100% refunded. Other refunds will be paid as follows Notification of withdrawal received before 5pm 16 th April 2018 Refunds: Less $50 per horse. A vet or doctors certificate must be provided, or reason for with-drawl must accepted by the ground jury. Notification of withdrawal received after 5pm 16 th April 2018 Refunds: Less $100 per horse. A vet or doctors certificate must be provided, or reason for withdrawal must accepted by the ground jury. Horse. Rider Postal Address.. Class Numbers.. Total Entry Fees Paid.. Total Camping Fees Paid. Office Use Payment Date: 5