USEA Omnibus: Midsouth Pony Club H.T. (Jun 2012)

The Kentucky Horse Park is north of Lexington: Exit 120 off I-75. From other hwys, watch for the KHP signs, enter at main gate entrance; follow the signs for Midsouth Region H.T.

Thurs: Cross-country course open-3 PM.
Fri: All Pony Club Divisions starting AM if warranted by entries, times posted on website; Packets available-9am-6 pm; Dressage (OP)-2 pm.
Sat: Dressage (BN/N/T/Starter)-8 AM; Cross-country 8 AM.
Sun: Show Jumping-8 AM. Note: If entries warrant, all BN/Starter show jumping will be Sat. afternoon, cross-country Sun AM.

Available one week before event: www.midsouthponyclub.org

Entry fee includes a $25 non-refundable office fee. Double entries: Not accepted. BN competitors who are not USEA members must pay extra $25 with entry. USEA non-member fee waived for Novice and BN competitors that are USPC members competing in USPC Team Competition. Non compete horse: $30 each.  We will be using paper numbers and vinyl pinnies.  If you do not own a vinyl pinny a limited number will be available for purchase at the show office for $15.  Please provide legible E-mail address for communication and questions  Refunds: Before C.D.-If in writing, less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D.-Entry/Stabling-No refund unless entry/stall filled from wait list. Any changes after C.D-$30/charge only if schedule permits. All withdrawals must be in writing to secretary:  accujan@aol.com Competition cancellation-No refund. Neg. Coggins required within 12 months of Monday following show date. Coggins must accompany entry. “Negative’ must show clearly & horse´s info must match entry information. Current Health certificate required to bring horse onto the KHP grounds. CARRY HEALTH PAPERS WITH HORSE & READ #10 “OTHER INFORMATION’. KHP requires $5 parking pass at entry gate for competition.  Trailer Pass required for those not stabling.

10 ribbons per division. High Point dressage ribbon in each division. USPC Team competition-horse management awards.

HT: $35 per day, $35 each tack or non compete horse. 800 perm. stalls 10' x 10' available on grounds. Stall doors provided. Feed/Hay/Bedding available for purchase, Devers Hay Grain & Bedding, (859) 233-9702 (no answering machine). Exhibitors who trailer their horse(s) in for the day and do not purchase a stall will be required to purchase a Trailer Day Pass at the show office, main entrance gate or Visitor Information Center. Cost for Trailer Day Pass is $20.00/day or $75 for season pass. Veterinarian: Rood & Riddle (859)233-0371. Farrier on grounds during competition.  Contact number will be posted at the show office.

Fairfield Inn, Lexington 859-977-5870; Clarion Hotel, Lexington, 859-233-0512;  Fairfield Inn, Georgetown 502-868-9955; Best Western, Georgetown 502-868-0055; Holiday Inn Express, Georgetown (502) 591-7890 Camping: Kentucky Horse Park Campground accepts reservations 888-459-7275 or online www.parks.ky.gov  KY Horse Park Campground at 859-259-4257

Test & arena sizes: P-2010 USEF Preliminary Test B-Sm. T-2010 USEF Training Test B-Sm. N-2010 USEF Novice Test B-Sm. BN- 2010 USEF Beginner Novice Test B-Sm. Starter Test: 2010 USEF Beginner Novice Test B-Sm.  Arenas: Sand.

P-2600 m @ 520 mpm. T-2400 m @ 420 mpm. N-2000 m @ 350 mpm. BN-1600 m @ 350 mpm/max height 2´7’ Starter: 1400 m @ 250 mpm/max height 2/3". All courses: Average for horses with some experience at these levels. We use portable obstacles primarily.  P: Coffin, corner and combinations possible. Water at all levels with option for Starter Test.  Ditches, banks possible at BN/N/T.  Starter courses will be good introductory, inviting fences. Rolling hills, mostly open.  Cross-country distances are approximate.

PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR:  Per USEF Rule EV114 Dress.  Upon arrival, anyone riding a horse must wear properly fitting protective headgear which passes or surpasses ASTM/SEI standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag.  Harness must be secured and properly fitted. Cross-country course closed except for official schooling dates. Entry limit to 350; Levels may be divided/combined as entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry. Food on grounds. Dogs must be leashed. Private golf cart owners must purchase a Golf Cart License for $25/event or $50/season. No motorized vehicles on XC course at any time. NO ALL TERRAIN (ATV) VEHICLES ARE ALLOWED ON GROUNDS Horse Trials will follow USEF Rules & USEA Guidelines. Copies of health certificates & Coggins must be available upon request by state inspector. Keep copies with you upon arrival. All horse trailers must be parked in the front parking lot: No trailer parking in the show barn area.