GENERAL INFORMATION:
SHOW HALL OPENS AT 7:30 AM.
THE FIRST CLASS WILL BE JUDGED STARTING PROMPTLY AT 9:00 AM

ENTRY FEES: See the Entry Form

RAFFLES & AUCTIONS:
There will be a raffle and silent auction held around 2 PM. You must be present to win for the raffle. If Auction items do not meet reserves - they will be sold on eBay. Personal checks or cash are acceptable at the show.

JUDGE:
Christie Partee (Texas)

TIME LIMITS:
There will be 10 minutes between performance classes. There will be 10-15 minutes between divisions for tack changes if needed.

CLASS LIMITS:
Performance = 3 horses per entrant
Additional $1 Horse = entrants are allowed one additional horse for $1 entry. Extra entry monies are a direct donation to Region 2 Championship Show.

CLASS RULES/JUDGING: Refer to the NAMHSA Judges' Handbook & USET rule book for specific performance class requirements & breed standards. Stock Breed rule books may also be used and if you are using rules which are not the same for all breeds, please have documentation.

The Judge's decision is final in all classes!

RESULTS: Results will be posted via email but if you would like a full copy of the results to be mailed to you, pleasure let the showholder know. Show results will be forwarded to NAMHSA as required by the bylaws.

EXPLANATION CARDS: These are required for all performance entries except basic pleasure classes. The judge will be using the NAMHSA Judges' Guidebook or applicable breed standard rule books.

SECURITY: The showholder can not guarantee the safety of your models or children so you are responsible for their care and location at all times. Also, since this is on the bay, children and pets must be supervised at all times.

CONDUCT: Good sportsmanship and respect for others are requested at all times. Do not pick up anyone's horses without permission of the owner. Please do not talk to the judge while she is judging. Smoking is not permitted in the show hall (per facility rules). Anyone who exhibits poor sportsmanship or disruptive behavior will be asked to leave and no refund will be given.

FOOD: A group lunch may be available; details forthcoming. You may bring your own food as there are not any food establishments nearby.

AWARDS: This is a no frills show. There will be paper flat ribbons for 1st through 6th place. Division champions, reserves and Overall Champion and Reserve will receive rosettes.

NAN cards will be awarded to the first and second place winners in each class. This is also a Region 2 qualifying show.

LABELING: Please provide a 3x5 card for each model, one for each class entered. For example, if your Ideal Stock Horse is entered in two performance classes, then you would need to make two cards -- one for each class. Cards will be provided for call backs.

On the front of the 3x5 card, please write the breed and gender. Age is optional (and should be included if it directly affects judging criteria or breed standards).

On the back of the 3x5 card, please write the horse's name and owner's name.

When you place your entry on the show table, please be sure the front of the card is face up (breed and gender). When the judge is ready to record the class placings, she will turn the cards over.

COMBINING/CANCELLING/SCHEDULING OF CLASSES: Showholder and/or judge reserve the right to combine classes or cancel them as necessary.

There is a time limit on how long we can use the facility so everyone's help is needed to keep the show moving along. Showholder reserves the right to move a class to a different slot if needed to allow for flexibility (same ring) - final listing will be posted at the day of the show.

Performance entries will be evaluated according to the criteria listed below:
1. Ability of entry to safely perform the task shown.
2. Correctness and fit of tack and equipment.
3. Appropriate setup of props/livestock/obstacles (i.e., flags for jumper fences, correct gait for Arab costume class, and explanation cards if needed**)
4. Judge's impression
(** A suggestion - Please make sure your explanation cards are correct and easy to read. They must be correct to the gait of the horse and actual performance. Explanation cards are not required for Pleasure or Costume unless you would like to explain something about your entry.)

Additional Individual Class Information/Rules:
COSTUME: Costume must be appropriate for the breed. All costumes MUST have a girth if there is a saddle and/or stirrups.
HUNTER/JUMPER/CROSS COUNTRY: Must include correct obstacle.
DRESSAGE: Must include card identifying movement and level.
CUTTING/ROPING/STOCK WORK: Appropriate livestock required. Note: Team Penning requires a pen.
GAMES: At least one barrel for barrel racing and two poles for pole bending are required; other props as appropriate for the class. Explanation cards should be used for these events.
TRAIL: Arena or natural trail obstacle required.
OTHER PERFORMANCE: Must include card describing the activity shown.
A NOTE ABOUT HORSE HEADGEAR: Bitted bridles (except snaffles) require a curb chain or strap.
A NOTE ABOUT GIRTHS: Girths must fit snug as in real horse gear. Loose girths are deemed "unsafe".

Champion & Reserve Champion are determined by judging all models that have won first or second place. These models, plus the ribbons they have won, should be returned to the ring for judging when called. Championships are determined by the Point system. Overall is judged from the Champ & Reserve winners. Youth are always welcome to observe when not showing!

Note: Showholder reserves the right to add, delete and change these rules/regulations as needed for the show.

NAMHSA Certification (submitted for approval)
This is an open show and all first and second place equids will qualify for the NAN. Entrants are not limited by skill level, age or years of competition. Please note that nonequines (like unicorns, farm animals, etc.) cannot earn NAN cards.

ALL QUESTIONS ABOUT CLASSES AND REQUIREMENTS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE SHOWHOLDER.

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