Rocking Horse December H.T.
Event Info
USEA Event ID: 18382
Event Date: Dec 2 - 3, 2023
Open Date: Oct 17 | Close Date: Nov 14
Location: 44200 S.R. 19 N, FL 32702 (AREA 3)
Directions
Address:44200 State Road 19, Altoona, FL 32702
From North of Ocala:Rte 40 east for approx 35 miles to Hwy 19 south. Take Hwy 19 south for 15 miles farm is on the left. From North of Jacksonville: I-95 south to I-295 south to Exit 3 (Orange Park) to right on Hwy 17 to Palatka. Right on Hwy 19 south, when you cross Hwy 40 (staying on Hwy 19) farm is 15 mi. on left. All stabling, please use Lake Dorr Road, first left after main entrance of farm.
From Orlando Airport:Beeline Expressway (Hwy 528) west (towards Orlando) to Florida Turnpike north (towards Ocala) to Hwy 429 north (towards Apopka) to Hwy 441 north (towards Mt. Dora) to Hwy 19 north in Eustis. Farm on right, 18 miles.
ALL STABLING USE LAKE DORR LOWER ENTRANCE.
ALL SHIP IN USE MAIN SR 19 ENTRANCE.
Divisions
USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: T,N,BN
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,P,M
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,P,M
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter
Tentative Schedule
Fri:Cross-Country course opens at 3:00 p.m.
Sat:Dressage-8:00 am; Show Jumping-10:00 a.m.
Sun: Cross-country-8:30 a.m.
Event Officials
Technical Delegate:Amelia "Muffin" Pantaze, VA
President:Ashley Johnson, FL
Dressage Judges:Ashley Johnson, FL; Dee Loveless, FL; Jessica McTaggart, FL
Show Jumping Judge:Emily Holmes, FL
Course Design: Cross Country: Morgan Rowsell, NJ Show Jumping: Jan Brodkin, FL
Starting Times
Available November 30. Check website: www.rockinghorseeventing.com . Times will not be mailed. Times will be emailed to competitors and posted on FaceBook.
Entry Information
Rick Dunkerton,
C/O AMS
P.O. Box 1647
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 498-3330
Fax:(601) 426-9984
[email protected]
Register online at: www.evententries.com. Visa/MC, Discover, AmEx & checks accepted.
Entries paid by credit card will only be accepted through EventEntries.
Draw checks to:Rocking Horse Stables.
Organizer
Organizers:
Allison Thomas
P.O. Box 416; Altoona, FL 32702
Phone:(352) 669-9982;Fax:(352) 669-7689
[email protected]
www.rockinghorseeventing.com
Fees
Draw checks toRocking Horse Stables. We accept most major credit cards.
Entry:I:$265P:$255M:$245T:$235N:$225BN:$220S:$215
Stabling:$150 for duration of event, Friday - Sunday. Each additional night is $35.00. Stall comes with 1 bag of shavings.
Hook Ups:$45.00/night. (RV spots are first come first serve basis and reservations can be made on our website.)
NO PADDOCKS.
Ship-in:$30.00/weekend.
Shavings:$8.00/bag.
Refunds:Before closing date, less $25.00 non-refundable office fee; withdrawals will not be honored unless faxed, emailed or mailed on or before closing date. NO PHONE WITHDRAWALS WILL BE ACCEPTED. After closing date, refund only if there is a waiting list. Ship-in fees refunded. Stabling fee refunded if stall is filled. ANY SCRATCHES BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE WILL BE REFUNDED VIA CREDIT CARD WITHIN 1 WEEK IF ENTERED THROUGH EVENT ENTRIES.
Entries
Entries include a $25 non-refundable office fee. Faxed entries WILL NOT be accepted. Double entries: Not accepted.
USEA current membership (Junior, Collegiate, Full or Life) and horse registration (limited for T, N, BN or Full) are required at all levels.USEA Starter/D&M FeeRefund Policy:The USEA Starter/D&M fee ($30) is not subjected to office fees and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not start the dressage test.
XC Pinny Holder required for all riders.
Changesmade to an entry after C.D. will be subject to a $25 processing fee. No changes to entry starting Tuesday before the event.
Late entries(if space allows) will be subject to a $50 late fee. Competition Cancellation-no refund.
Copy of current negative coggins within 12 months must accompany entry. 30-dayhealth certificate required at the Florida State line.
PLEASE include a winter address and email on your entry form. Reminder: All USEF Life and Senior Active members, as well as participants who have regular contact with minor athletes, are required to comply with the U.S. Center for SafeSport training requirement, to be eligible to participate in the competition. All participants must adhere to the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code, USEF Safe Sport Policy, and the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies. More information about these can be found atwww.usef.org.
XC Pinny Holder required for all riders.
Changesmade to an entry after C.D. will be subject to a $25 processing fee. No changes to entry starting Tuesday before the event.
Late entries(if space allows) will be subject to a $50 late fee. Competition Cancellation-no refund.
Copy of current negative coggins within 12 months must accompany entry. 30-dayhealth certificate required at the Florida State line.
PLEASE include a winter address and email on your entry form. Reminder: All USEF Life and Senior Active members, as well as participants who have regular contact with minor athletes, are required to comply with the U.S. Center for SafeSport training requirement, to be eligible to participate in the competition. All participants must adhere to the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code, USEF Safe Sport Policy, and the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies. More information about these can be found atwww.usef.org.
Competitor Information
I3575m @550 mpm.
P3120m @ 520 mpm.
M3000m @ 490 mpm.
T2600m @ 470 mpm.
N2200 m @ 400 mpm.
BN2000 m @ 350 mpm.
S1400 m @ 300 mpm.
All courses: Flat terrain, medium difficulty for all levels. Participants should expect a course which includes water, banks, ditches, and suitable combinations.
Cross-country course closed Saturday, November 18.
Awards
Prizes & 8 ribbons per division.
Stabling/Veterinarian
Permanent Wooden 10 x 10 or 12 x 12 Stalls with Permanent Doors.
$150.00 for duration of event, Friday - Sunday.
Early arrival or late departure stalls will be an additional $35.00 per night/day.
Each stall comes with 1 bag of shavings.
Stalls must be cleaned prior to leaving (no manure, urine, or hay), NO CARDBOARD SHAVINGS/STRAW.
104 permanent stalls on grounds.
$30.00 ship in fee for duration of event.
Feed/hay available for purchase ½ mile away from show grounds at Dan's Feed Store.
Veterinarian: Information will be posted on stall cards and also in program.
Farrier: Leif Thompson 614-725-6598 on site all show days 8 AM-5PM
Sharps containers: Conveniently located in all barns on competition grounds.
Accommodations
Hotels:
Best Western Plus Lake County Inn & Suites, 1380 E Burleigh Blvd Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 253-2378
Comfort Inn & Suites Tavares North, 1380 E Burleigh Blvd, Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 253-2378
Fox Den Country Inn, 27 S. Central Ave Umatilla, FL 32784 (352) 669-2151
Hampton Inn Mount Dora, 19700 US-441, Mt Dora, FL 32757 (352) 383-4267
Key West Resort on Lake Dora, 199 W Ruby St, Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 508-5344
Quality Inn & Suites,16630 US-441, Mt Dora, FL 32757 (352) 383-3400
RVs:
Rocking Horse Stables RV Spots: http://www.rockinghorseeventing.com/rv-hook-up-reservations/
Fiddlers Green RV Ranch, 42725 W Altoona Rd, Altoona, FL 32702 (352) 669-7111
Dressage
Test & arena sizes:
I2022 USEF Intermediate Test A Standard
P2022 USEF Preliminary Test A Small
M2022 USEF Modified Test A Small
T2022 USEF Training Test A Small
N2022 USEF Novice Test A Small
BN2022 USEF Beginner Novice Test A Small
S2022 USEA Starter Test Small
Arenas:Clay/sand/fiber mix. Grass rings if needed. Grass Warm Up.
Cross-Country
I3575m @550 mpm.
P3120m @ 520 mpm.
M3000m @ 490 mpm.
T2600m @ 470 mpm.
N2200 m @ 400 mpm.
BN2000 m @ 350 mpm.
S1400 m @ 300 mpm.
All courses: Flat terrain, medium difficulty for all levels. Participants should expect a course which includes water, banks, ditches, and suitable combinations.
Cross-country course closed Saturday, November 18.
Other Information
Cross-country course closes on Saturday, November 18.
Levels may be further divided/combined as entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry.
No stabling changes without permission of secretary or $50 fine.
Food vendor on grounds.
Dogs MUST be leashed AT ALL TIMES with something or someone attached to the leash.
If caught loose a $50 fine.
No unauthorized cars on course.
No motorized vehicles, electric bicycles or golf carts permitted on course while cross country is running.
Returned checks will have a $50.00 returned check fee in addition to the bank fee.
No Canadian checks.
No cardboard shavings/straw.
No loud generators.
Shavings $8/bag.
Ice $3/bag.
No campfires.
Show Jumping Arena 250' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Show Jumping Warm Up Arena 240' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Look for updates prior to the show on Facebook.
Subchapter - EV-9.1. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR. a. At Federation licensed and endorsed Events, Athletes must wear headgear as follows, except as may otherwise be mandated by local law (see also GR801): b. Upon arrival, anyone riding a Horse must wear properly fitting protective headgear which passes or surpasses ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. The harness must be secured and properly fitted.
“Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF rulebook will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith.”