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Event Info

USEA Event ID: 18449

Event Date: Apr 24 - 28, 2024

Open Date: Feb 27 | Close Date: Mar 26

Location: 4089 Iron Works Pkwy, KY 40511 (AREA 8)

Directions

Address: Kentucky Horse Park, 4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY [North of Lexington] From I-75: Exit 120. Other Highways: Watch for 'Kentucky Horse Park' signs. Enter at Main Gate of Park; take the second right off the roundabout onto Cigar Lane, drive directly to Stable Office located on Nina Bonnie Blvd.

Divisions


USEF/USEA Recognized: CCI5-L,CCI4-S

Tentative Schedule

Monday and Tuesday: Horses may arrive 8 am to 6 pm. Earlier or later arrivals must be cleared with Director of Competition and Veterinary Delegate. Horses must be on-site by 6pm, Tuesday April 23rd. Arrivals prior to Monday, April 22nd must be approved by Competition Director. PLEASE fill out form with your arrival information including all non-compete horses:https://www.cognitoforms.com/eei12/_2024k3destableaccessform 2024 Provisional Schedule: Wednesday:Competitor Briefing - 10 am Cross-Country open after briefing. CCI5*-L only- First Horse Inspection - 2pm Thursday: Dressage - CCI4*-S 8:00am; CCI5*-L 12:45pm Friday: Dressage - CCI4*-S 8:00am; CCI5*-L 12:45pm Saturday: Cross-Country Test -CCI4*-S 9:00am; CCI5*-L 1:00pm Sunday: CCI4*-S Horse Inspection -8:00am CCI5*-L Second Horse Inspection 8:00am
CCI4*-S Jumping Test - 11:00am; Awards to follow
CCI5*-L Jumping Test - 2:30pm; Awards to follow

Event Officials

TD 5*-L: Philip Surl (GBR); TD 4*-S, Assist TDCCI5*-L: Mary Dueow (USA);Assist TDCCI5*-L ; CCI4*-S:Andrew Temkin (USA) Ground Jury:President 5-L:Robert Stevenson (USA)Members: Xavier Le Sauce (FRA); Judy Hancock (GBR) Ground Jury President 4-S:Christian Steiner (AUT); Member:Valerie Pride (USA) CD:X-C: Derek di Grazia (USA); Asst CD: XC Jay Hambly (CAN);SJ: Steve Stephens (USA) FEI Steward:Eileen Pritchard-Bryan (USA)Asst. FEI Steward: Frances Cross (USA); Carolyn Borgert (USA); Mary Fike (USA); Cristina Gonzalez (COL); Christine Hayner (USA); Karen Winn (USA); Alice Andrews (USA); Thierry Castelle (FRA); Jeff Legg (USA); Alexandra Ambelang (USA); Shelley Ryan (USA); Catherine Baker (USA); Wayne Quarles (USA); Patte Clement (USA), Marcela Ordonez (PER) FEI Veterinary Delegate:Debbie Williamson (USA);Asst. Veterinary Delegate:Anne Baskett, DVM (USA)

Starting Times

Provisional times available April 22nd at www.kentuckythreedayevent.comand on K3DE App. Definite times available April 24th, at www.kentuckythreedayevent.comone hour after completion of Horse Inspection.

Entry Information

Electronic entries only! Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI) Cavan Allen O: (859) 233-2362 F: (859) 254-5116 Email: [email protected]

Organizer

Org: Equestrian Events, Inc., Vanessa Coleman, Sr. Director of Competition

Fees

Event Fees Directory: Online Entries only accepted. Entry and stabling fees: CCI5-L: U.S. $600 CCI4-S: U.S. $500 Stabling:$300/stall; Non-Compete Stall: $300/stall;Tack stall: $300/stall. All horses MUST be stabled on-site no later than 6pm Tuesday, April 23rd. 3 bags of shavings and stall matswill be provided forcompetition horses. All competition horses will be stabled in the enclosure and all non-compete horses will be stabled in Barn 13. Stable Access will be STRICTLY monitored and ENFORCED. OC reserves the right to deny stable access to individuals. Refunds:Before C.D.-In full; After C.D.-Entry less $50 fee/Stabling-In full. NOTE: NO REFUNDS IF RIDER HAS NOT ADVISED EEI OFFICE OF SCRATCH BY EMAIL BY 4 pm, April 14th. Competition cancellation-Full. Neg. Coggins required for all horses within 12 months. USEA Starter Fee Refund Policy:The USEA Starterfee ($30), is not subjected to office fees, and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not present at the first horse inspection.

Entries

Entries: Online Entries only accepted. CCI5*-L and CCI4*-S - Only complete entries with full payment will be acceptedregardless of nationality. A total of 80 horses will be accepted to include any horse(s) specifically nominated by the USEF SelectionCommittee. Priority given to CCI5*-L entries. In the case of oversubscription, the following process will be used: Riders will be limited to 2 (two) horses and will include any horses specifically nominated by the USEF Selection Committee. If there is still an oversubscription, then the riders with the most points on the FEI World Eventing Athlete Rankings list as of February 29th will be accepted.All other qualified entries will be placed on the waitlist. Those on the waitlist will be accepted in ranking order as and when there are withdrawals. The waitlist will expire on April 19th at 4 p.m. CCI5*-L: Competitors may enter any number of qualified horses but only ride at the most three (3) horses and must declare them in order of preference byMarch 26th (closing date). In case of excessive entries, the OC will reduce the number ofhorses per rider to two (2) as noted above. “Double Entries”are permitted only in the CCI5*-L. CCI4*-S: Competitors may enter any number of qualified horses but only ride at most two (2) horses and must declare them in order of preference by March 26th (closing date). If riders have horses in both the CCI5*-L and the CCI4*-S, they may not ride more than 2 in each level. Horses entered in the CCI5*-L may NOT change divisions at any time either from the CCI5*-L to the CCI4*-S unless permission is granted by the OC. The CCI4*-S will be scheduled around the existing provisional CCI5*-L schedule.
Horses entered in the CCI5*-L may NOT change divisions at any time from CCI5*-L to the CCI4*-S unless permission is granted by the OC and only if entries warrant. Admission information to K3DE will be provided upon receipt of entry for the CCI4*-S, please note, the information is different than the CCI5*-L entry.

FEI Entry System:In addition to sending your entry to EEI, all entries must be entered into the FEI Entry System. Entries in the FEI Entry System will be considered in good standing with the respective NF.

Refunds: Before C.D.-In full; After C.D.-Entry less $50 fee/Stabling-In full. NOTE: NO REFUNDS IF RIDER HAS NOT ADVISED EEI OFFICE OF SCRATCH BY EMAIL BY 4 pm, APRIL 19th. Competition cancellation-Full. Neg. Coggins required for all horses within 12 months.

USEA Starter Fee Refund Policy: The USEA Starterfee ($30) is not subject to office fees, and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not present at the first horse inspection.

CERTIFICATE OF VETERINARY INSPECTION:CVI within 30 day must accompany each horse. Horses must be accompanied by a valid FEI Passport. HORSES MUST BE ON GROUNDS BY 6pm Tuesday, April 23rd. *KY regulations require that CVI include all tests that have been conducted as well as all vaccinations including vaccination date and type of vaccine used.' For competition horses or horses accompanying competition horses that have an FEI Passport, reference the passport number on the CVI. This will provide the required vaccination information.

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 at www.usef.org.

Competitor Information

CCI5*-L -6800 m (approx.) @ 570 mpm. Course: Championship course. CCI4*-S- 3900 m (approx.) @570 mpm. Course: More difficult than average. Terrain: Rolling bluegrass. Cross-country course closed at all times.

Awards

CCI5*-L Total prize money of $400,000. Ribbons & prize money through 20th place. Prize money paid by check to ONE OWNER OF HORSE AS LISTED ON PASSPORT; mailed to owner after tax information is provided to EEI. NOTE: OWNER(S) LISTED ON ENTRY MUST BE THE SAME AS OWNER LISTED IN FEI PASSPORT. CCI5*-L Trophies: Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event Perpetual Trophy - Presented to the Owner of the Winning Horse. Breeder of Winning Horse. USET Foundation Pinnacle Cup - Highest placed U.S. Rider. Roger Haller Perpetual Trophy - Highest placed U.S. Rider. Highest placed International Rider. Highest placed Rider/Owner. Highest placed Youngest Rider. Best Turned-Out Horse and Best Turned-Out Rider, Male and Female, at First Horse Inspection. Prizes to 2nd & 3rd place. Completion mementos to all who complete the competition. CCI4*-S:Total prize money of $50,000.Ribbons and prize money through 10th place.Prize money paid by check to ONE OWNER OF HORSE AS LISTED ON PASSPORT; mailed to owner after tax information is provided to EEI. NOTE: OWNER(S) LISTED ON ENTRY MUST BE THE SAME AS OWNER LISTED IN FEI PASSPORT. TIP Awards for both CCI5*-L and CCI4*-S.

Stabling/Veterinarian

$300/stall (competing/non-competing horse or tack), from noon Monday April 22nd to 9 am April 29th. Permanent 11' x 11' stalls on grounds. Stall doors/initial bedding only (3 bags of shavings and mats) provided for competing horses only. Indicate preference of shavings or straw on Stabling form. Feed/Hay/Bedding/Mats available for purchase at https://www.deverrentals.com/shop/. Please note: thedate & approximate time of arrival MUST be indicated on stabling form. Please contact the Director of Competition if you need to arrive prior to Monday, April 22nd. ALL arrival times must be sent by using this form: https://www.cognitoforms.com/eei12/_2024k3decompetitorarrivalinformationrequest All CCI5* and CCI4*competition horses will be stabled in the secure stabling enclosure. Wristbands will be required for entry. Stable Access will be STRICTLY monitored and ENFORCED. OC reserves the right to deny stable access to any individual(s).

Non-Compete Horses: Will NOT be stabled within the FEI Stabling enclosure (Barn 13). Please list all non-compete horses on stabling form.

Veterinarians: Veterinary Delegate:Dr. Debbie Williamson (USA)Assistant Veterinary Delegates:Dr. Anne Baskett (USA) Treating Veterinarians: Kent Allen, DVM will be on grounds. Contact information will be posted at Stable Office. PLEASE NOTE: Horses stabled in fenced enclosure with 24-hour security and restricted access. All horses MUST be examined BEFORE entering stables (Examination Upon Arrival - FEI Rules). No horses may enter stabling enclosure without prior exam. Arrivals after 6 pm or before 8 am, or any horses without proper papers, will be stabled in holding stalls, provided by management, until examined and approved. FEI rules allow only the following persons connected with the horse access to Competition Stables: Rider; a maximum of two (2) Owners at any one time; Trainer (as listed on Entry); One (1) Groom/horse; Veterinarian accompanying competitor. Only Official Event Farrier allowed in Competition Stables. Wristbands issued by Competition Organizer required for access to Competition Stables at all times. Horses will be tested in a Random or Targeted manner agreed by the GJ, VD and Testing Veterinarian. Reference FEI Vet Regulations, 2024 Chapter VII article 1067. Article 1069 Selection of Horses 1. Three methods for the selection of Horses may be used: a) Obligatory sampling: During Olympic Games and World Equestrian Games/FEI World Championships for Seniors, Horses must be sampled as follows: i. in all Final Competitions for Individuals, the first 3 placed Horses; and ii. in all Team Competitions, 1 Horse from each of the first 3 placed Teams. b) Targeted sampling: When a specific reason or circumstances warrants that a particular Horse be selected for sampling. Horses are to be selected for target testing by the VC/VD and/or Testing Veterinarian in cooperation with the GJ. The reason for sampling the Horse must be listed in the online Veterinary Report or online Testing Veterinarians Report. c) Random and/or results-based sampling: Horses may be randomly selected for sampling at any time, as agreed by the GJ, VC/VD and Testing Veterinarian in accordance with the FEI Testing Manual. Horses may also be selected based on their placings, as agreed by the GJ, VC/VD and Testing Veterinarian in accordance with the FEI Testing Manual.

Accommodations

If you are even remotely considering entering, RESERVATIONS SHOULD BE MADE IMMEDIATELY.Go to https://www.kentuckythreedayevent.com/accommodations. Camping: Kentucky Horse Park (KHP) campground now accepts reservations and you are urged to MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY; Please call (888) 459-7275 or reserve online at https://www.reserveamerica.com/explore/kentucky-horse-park/KY/90800/overview. EEI has reserved a limited number of KHP campsites for competitors on a first-come, first-served (requested) basis. Please contact Vanessa Coleman at [email protected] for availability.

Dressage

CCI5*-L: 2024 FEI CCI5* Test B CCI4*-S: 2024 FEI CCI4* Test B Arena: All weather GGT

Cross-Country

CCI5*-L -6800 m (approx.) @ 570 mpm. Course: Championship course. CCI4*-S- 3900 m (approx.) @570 mpm. Course: More difficult than average. Terrain: Rolling bluegrass. Cross-country course closed at all times.

Other Information

Owners cannot be guaranteed benefits or recognition unless they are listed on the FEI Passport by MARCH 26, 2024. Please provide an email address for every owner in order for them to receive information on an Owner's Packet. Course Closing: Cross-country course closed at all times. NO advanced cross-country obstacles at the Kentucky Horse Park may be schooled without permission of Equestrian Events, Inc. Schedule of the Competition: For important information, ALL potential entrants should read the Schedule prior to sending entry, Schedule can be found at https://kentuckythreedayevent.com/, on the K3DE App, or requested from the Director of Competition. Dogs: MUST be leashed or they will be immediately impounded by an Animal Control Officer. Dogs are not permitted in hospitality tents, stadium or grandstands. Admission Tickets and Parking: Details on tickets and parking for riders, owners and grooms will be emailed once entry is processed. Food/Entertainment: Food available on grounds. Complimentary Competitors/Owners/Grooms' Luncheon, Wednesday, April 24th; Sponsor & Competitor Welcome Reception, Wednesday, April 24th. Lunch Tickets provided to Grooms (one per horse) for the period Wednesday, April 24th through Sunday, April 28th. International Competitors: All international entries must be made by their National Federation (NF) through the FEI Entry portal. Entries made on the USEA CCI Entry Form will be provisionally accepted until the entry is submitted through the portal.

SUBCHAPTER EV-9 DRESS 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. The harness must be secured and properly fitted. See GR801.

“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.”