Poplar Place June H.T.

Event Info

USEA Event ID: 18487

Event Date: June 1 - 2, 2024

Open Date: Apr 16 | Close Date: May 14

Location: 8191 US Highway 27 E, GA 31811 (AREA 3)

Directions

Address:8191 US Highway 27 E, Hamilton, GA 31811 Traveling Tips:Do not take “Alt. US Hwy. 27” (you may never get here). Some Internet mapping sites may route you to Lynn Dr. – do not turn here (dead end road with limited turnaround). If approaching from the south, do not take US Hwy 27 through Columbus (too many traffic lights). From North:NOTE NEW DIRECTIONS DUE TO BRIDGE OUT:I‐85 south to Exit #21, I‐185 south. Exit #25, GA 18 south (left). 14 miles, Right on HWY 27 right at Kingsboro Rd. (just past Mulberry Creek). Look for Poplar Place Farm Show Entrance sign. Follow Kingsboro Rd. to end. Farm entrance ahead. From South:I-185 north, Exit #12, Williams Rd., east (right). Straight thru stop sign, cross RR to traffic light, then north (left) on Veterans Pkwy. 12.0 mi. to left at Kingsboro Rd. (pass farm main entrance), then as above. From East & West:US 80 to Veterans Pkwy./US 27 (exit 4) north, then as above.

Divisions

USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: T,TR,N,N-Jr,N-Sr,BN,BN-Jr,BN-Sr
USEF/USEA Recognized: P,M
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter,Starter-Jr,Intro,Intro-Jr

Tentative Schedule

Schedule is tentative and subject to change. Fri:Cross-country courses open-3 pm. Sat: Dressage-8 am; Cross-country -10 am. Sun:Show Jumping-8 am.

Event Officials

TD: Major John Clay, AL YEH:Beth Wheeler, SC Judges: Pres:Beth Wheeler, SCDressage Judge:Meris Greges, AL SJ Judge: Beth Wheeler, SC CD: X-C:Jon Wells, TN SJ: Jan Brodkin, FL

Starting Times

Available May 29 at www.poplarplacefarm.com. Stabling and RV charts will also available on the website.

Entry Information

Enter On-Line: www.evententries.com (credit cards accepted). Mailsignatures, copy of Coggins & check(s) to Secretary. OR Send Entries To: Hannah Stocker, Secretary c/o AMS P.O. Box 1647 Laurel, MS 39441 [email protected] (228) 860-2458 -- also during competition.Fax: (601) 426-9984 Draw checks to Poplar Place Farm, LLC

Organizer

Organizer: Morgan Vaughn: Email: [email protected]. Mobile: (504) 512-0124. Comp Mngmnt: Poplar Place Farm, LLC.

Fees

Event Fees Directory:Draw checks toPoplar Place Farm. One check per horse. US funds only. We now accept most major credit cards. Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to Poplar Place Farm, LLC. US funds only. We accept most major credit cards. Horse Trials Entry Fees: P/M/ T: $250 N/BN/Starter/Intro: $225 Stabling: $225 for Thursday Noon - Sunday which includes one bag of shavings. Additional nights: $40/night based on availability. Pre-ordered shavings are $9/bag, otherwise $10/bag. Tack Stalls: $150 - based on availability. Stall deposit: $50.00 - Separate check or on credit card. Grounds fee: $50.00 Non-stabled (ship-in) horses and/or non-competing horses. Camping: $60/night for all RV hook-ups! We have 15 - 50/30-amp spots, and 30 - 110 hook-up spots available. Limited spaces, please specify electric needs. First come, first serve! Please specify electrical hook-up needs. No hook-ups allowed from the barn. Starter and Intro riders are exempt from USEA membership and horse registration, and USEA Starter/D&M Fees do not apply. Intercollegiate/Interscholastic Team Challenges:Poplar Place Farm is proudly hosting intercollegiate AND interscholastic team challenges. Please email the secretary with your team information. Refunds: Less $25 non-refundable office fee. Withdrawals MUST be emailed or faxed on or before the closing date. No refunds after closing date. Competition cancellation-Partial credit. USEA Starter/D&M Fee Refund 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.

Entries

Please check Website (www.poplarplacefarm.com) for updates & additional information. USEAcurrent membership(Junior, Collegiate, Full, or Life) and horse registration (Limited or Full) are required at all levels. Entries are accepted when received. Priority is based on “postmark date"(date on envelope or online submission date).Payment is due when entry submitted. If payment is not submitted with entry, payment must be received within 7 days or the “postmark date"may be changed to reflect the date the payment is postmarked.IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID IN FULL, OR BEEN PRE_APPROVED BY PPF DIRECTLY TO PAY THE WEEKEND OF, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE RIDE TIMES. Entry fees include a $25 non-refundable office fee. Double entries: Not accepted. Starter and Intro:Are exempt from USEA membership/horse registration, and the USEA Starter/D&M fee does not apply. Junior and Senior divisions are Rider divisions in accordance with the definition of Rider in Appendix 3 of the USEF Rules for Eventing. XC pinny holder required. $50 stall stripping deposit drawn on separate check is required with entry. Stall deposits can be paid online or with check. Returned checks - $40 fee. Changes:Any change to an entry subject to $25 fee. All change requests must be in writing (email, fax or mail). Before C.D.-change of horse and/or rider and/or division allowed. After C.D.-change of horse or rider (not both) and/or division allowed, space permitting. Late Fee:Entry postmarked after C.D. - $50 fee. Refunds: On or Before Closing Date:Less $25 non-refundable office fee. Withdrawals MUST be emails or faxed.NO refunds after closing date. Competition cancellation-Partial credit. Copy of negative Coggins within 12 months required for all horses &mustaccompany entry. After May20 check www.poplarplacefarm.com for entry status & other 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 atwww.usef.org.

Competitor Information

P:3,100m @ 520mpm.M:3,000 m @ 490mpm.T:2,600m @ 450mpm.N:2,200m @ 375mpm.BN:2,000m @ 325mpm.Starter:1,200m @ 300mpm with jumps not to exceed 2'3".Intro:1000m jumps 18'-2'.
All courses:All distances stated above are subject to change. Super courses with rolling terrain, and all are average for horses with some experience at these levels. Cross-country courses closed May 16.

Awards

8 Beautiful ribbons per division. Great prizes for First and Second! Thoroughbred Incentive Program Awards!

Stabling/Veterinarian

Stabling:$225/stall - Friday - Sunday. Initial bag of bedding included. Pre-ordered shavings will be $9/bag, otherwise $10/bag.224 permanent 10' x 12' stalls w/full sliding door.A stall cleaning deposit of $50on separate check, please write rider and horse name on the memo section of stall deposit check. Stall deposits can also be paid online with entry and credit card. Tack stalls:$150 - available only after all horses have been assigned a stall. No stabling changes without permission of secretary or $50 fine. Grounds fee:for non-stabled and non-competing horses $50 for entire event. Shavings:PLEASE PRE-ORDER!! Pre-ordered shavings are $9/bag. All other times shavings are $10/bag. $50 stall cleaning deposit required & must be included with entry ON A SEPARATE check or paid with online entry. Stalls need to be stripped prior to leaving. Stall deposit check will be destroyed or credit card with online entry will not be charged. Veterinarian/Farrier:Dr. Aimee Vaughn, DVM(678) 677- 5294. Farrier: TBD. These numbers will also be posted on stall cards and on the official scoreboard.

Accommodations

Columbus: Hampton Inn North - 12 miles (706) 256-2222. Tell them you are competing at Poplar Place for special horse show rate. On-siteCamping:$60/night for all RV hook-ups! Dry camping $20 a night. We have 50-amp, 30-amp, and 110 hook-ups available. Limited spaces, please specify electric needs. First come, first serve! Bathroom and shower facilities available, no septic. No hook-ups allowed from the barn.

Dressage

Tests & arena sizes: P: 2022 USEF Preliminary Test A-Sm. M: 2022 USEF Modified Test A-Sm.T:2022 USEF Training Test A-Sm. N:2022 USEF Novice Test A-Sm.BN:2022 USEF Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Starter: 2022 USEA Starter Test-Sm. Intro:2023 USDF Intro Test A- Sm.
Arenas: Beautiful footing!All weather footing in all rings and warm-up rings. Ample warm-up.

Cross-Country

P:3,100m @ 520mpm.M:3,000 m @ 490mpm.T:2,600m @ 450mpm.N:2,200m @ 375mpm.BN:2,000m @ 325mpm.Starter:1,200m @ 300mpm with jumps not to exceed 2'3".Intro:1000m jumps 18'-2'.
All courses:All distances stated above are subject to change. Super courses with rolling terrain, and all are average for horses with some experience at these levels. Cross-country courses closed May 16.

Other Information

COVID-19 STATEMENT:Poplar Place Farm, the US Equestrian Federation and the United States Eventing Association are dedicated to ensuring the safety and welfare of horses and all participants. As we begin to navigate the “new normal” at USEF competitions and events, we have centralized the requirements and recommendations from public health experts that will be in effect at USEF competitions. While there is no way to eliminate all risks related to COVID-19, the following requirements and recommendations are aimed to decrease the risk of COVID-19 infection. These requirements and recommendations are intended to ensure USEF organizers and participants are following the most recent guidance from federal, state, and other public health officials. As that guidance continues to change, the content of this action plan will be modified to reflect those changes. These requirements and recommendations for operating USEF-licensed competitions are in effect immediately and until further notice, however, they are subject to modification as the guidance from the government and public health officials’ changes. We are all in this together and the situation requires that each and every one of us take personal responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of ourselves, our family members, and our colleagues and peers in the competition environment. Whether participant, competition organizer and staff, or vendor and support personnel, we each need to exercise caution, take precautionary measures, be accountable, and utilize good judgement at all times while interacting with one another at competitions. Click here for full USEF COVID-19 Action Plan for Licensed Competitions :https://www.usef.org/forms-pubs/XhKGVYiiwTA/usef-covid-19-action-plan-for-operating IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID IN FULL, OR BEEN PRE_APPROVED BY PPF DIRECTLY TO PAY THE WEEKEND OF, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE RIDE TIMES. Cross-country course closed May 13, 2024. Levels may be divided/combined as entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry. Food concession on grounds – open early for breakfast. Dogs are welcome, but MUST be leashed during competition. If caught loose, $25 fine. No motorized vehicles allowed on XC courses.

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”. Poplar Place Farm is committed to providing competitors a fun, safe, and educational competition experience.