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HARFORD COUNTY 4-H OPEN JUDGED PLEASURE TRAIL RIDE Date: Saturday, October 24, 2015 Raindate: Saturday, November 7, 2015

RIDE BENEFITS THE HARFORD COUNTY 4-H YOUTH HORSE EDUCATION AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Place: Sweet Air Park Area Registration: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Gunpowder State Park - Baldwin, MD Riders begin on trail: 9:30 a.m. 2840 Dalton Bevard Road off Moores Road Times will be allotted at 10 minute intervals ENTRY FEES: Pre-registration fee is $20 and due by October 12 ($25 after October 12). The ride is limited so enter early. Make checks payable to: HARFORD COUNTY EAC. No refunds will be made unless the request is accompanied by a vet’s or physician’s certificate. No entries will be taken by phone. All of this information can be accessed online at http://extension.umd.edu/harford-county.

DIVISIONS: Junior 10 and under, Intermediate 11-13, Senior 14–18 and adults 19+. Age categories are subject to change by the committee. Ages are as of January 1, 2015. Riders over 18 will be in the Adult Division. Any breed or age class which has 10 or more entries will form a division. Those lacking 10 entries will be combined by the committee to produce the best division. CHECK-IN: Every participant needs to check-in at the registration table upon arrival to receive a number and ensure proper registration. START TIMES: Groups of no more than six will start on the trail at 10 minute intervals, beginning at 9:30, 9:40, 9:50, 10:00 etc. First group out must know the trail to verify each checkpoint, and the last group out takes down all markers and lets each judge know that they are the last group. Start times will be issued as they are received (first come – first served) and will be available online at our county website: http://extension.umd.edu/harford-county by October 16. Include the names of the people in your group, on the registration form, so times can be coordinated.

JUDGING: The ride will be judged on how well the horse and rider negotiate the type of obstacles encountered on the average trail ride. The ride can be completed within three hours at a walk. This is not an endurance ride. Any horse finishing the ride under obvious stress will result in points lost or possible disqualification of that horse’s rider. Riders will begin the ride at regular timed intervals to prevent extended waits at the checkpoints. In the event there are fewer than 25 horses entered in the ride, the committee reserves the right to judge this ride based on an obstacle course at the beginning and the end of the ride rather than at the points along the trail. AWARDS: One trophy and 10 ribbons will be awarded in each breed and age division. Trophies will also be awarded to the highest total point 4-H entry in the senior, intermediate and junior divisions; the highest total point adult division; the highest total point non 4-H youth division; and the highest total overall points out of all participants. PARK RULES: We are privileged to use the Sweet Air Park facilities. Please observe all park rules and regulations. Please bring a trash bag or other type of container to remove and take with you any manure from your horse in the parking area. WATER: There is no water available at the park for drinking or sponging down your horse. You must bring your own.

REQUIREMENTS: A negative coggins within 12 months is required. ALL riders must sign the attached disclaimer. Adult riders must sign the Over 18 Release and Informed Consent form and all youth must have the Parental Release and Informed Consent form signed by a parent/guardian and themselves. ALL riders (4-H, non 4-H and adults) must wear an approved helmet at all times when mounted and hard toed shoes. All riders must check in at the entry table the morning of the ride. All participants must supply their own water for their animals. It is highly recommended that your horse/pony be current on all immunizations, especially Flu/Rhino, for the benefit of your animal and that of others.

CONDITIONS: This judged trail ride is intended to be a fun event as well as a fundraiser for the Harford County 4-H Horse Program. Along the two-three hour trail will be approximately 10 checkpoints where the horse and rider must negotiate an obstacle which may be somewhat difficult but not dangerous. At one or more checkpoints, the horse may be required to travel at a gait faster than a walk. If you feel an obstacle is unsafe, skip it and continue on.

LUNCH: After the ride, while judges are tallying scores, riders can enjoy their lunch which is included in their entry fee. Additional lunches, at a cost of $5.00 each, should be ordered on the trail ride registration form. Please bring your own lawn chairs. Meals each include one soda. Additional sodas/water will be available for purchase. RULES: 1. Passing the lead horse will result in disqualification. You may only pass another group on the trail if you request and are granted permission to pass from the other group. 2. No alcoholic beverages or smoking are allowed at any 4-H sponsored event. 3. Follow one color ribbon. Color will be noted the day of the ride. 4. At the ribbon checkpoints, STOP, tell the judge your number, then proceed one at a time through the checkpoint. 5. Groups stay together at all times. 6. It is your responsibility to make sure that your group has a responsible adult or older youth in it.

DIRECTIONS: From Baltimore Beltway (I-695) take exit 32 to US Rt.1 North. Route 1 to Rt. 152 North. Turn left at the traffic light. Take Rt. 152 North to Rt. 165. Turn left. Turn right onto Green Road (just a short distance on Rt. 165). Go 1.2 miles to Moores Road. Turn right. Take Moores Road ½ mile to Dalton Bevard Road. Park entrance on left.

From PA via I-83 to Bel Air, MD exit Rt. 439 to Rt. 23. Turn right. Rt. 23 to Jarrettsville traffic light. Turn right onto Rt. 165. Continue on Rt. 165 across Rt. 152. Turn right on Green Road. Proceed as above. For more information, call Kathy Porcella or Cynthia Warner at 410-638-3255.

Cynthia L. Warner Extension Educator, 4-H Harford County

If you require special assistance to participate in this event, please contact the Extension Office two weeks prior to the event.

“Equal Opportunity and Equal Access Programs” UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION OVER 18 RELEASE AND INFORMED CONSENT FORM

PROGRAM : 4-H OPEN JUDGED PLEASURE TRAIL RIDE DATE(S): OCTOBER 24 or November 7

I wish to participate as a representative of the University of Maryland Extension (UME) Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program in all activities associated with the above named program.

In connection with and consideration of my participation in the Program, I, on behalf of myself, my heirs, personal representative(s) and assigns, hereby represent and agree as follows:

1. I am aware that any program related activity can be dangerous, and I fully recognize and understand that there are risks and hazards, both minor and serious, associated with participation in the Program and related activities, including, but not limited to: cuts, scrapes, bruises, broken bones, muscle strains, pulls or tears, head, neck, back, eye and other bodily injuries, heat prostration, brain damage, blindness, deafness, drowning, heart attacks, paralysis and, even, death. The following is a description and examples of specific, significant, non-obvious dangers and risks associated with this activity. There is potential for accidents and/or injuries arising from:

a. RIDING HORSES/falls/kicks/bites/stepped on e. PARKS & TRAILS b. CARING FOR HORSES f. WATER, streams, rivers, bridges, branches, logs c. HORSE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES g. OTHER HORSES/OTHER RIDERS d. CHECK POINTS h. WEATHER & related conditions

2. I understand that I am not in any way required to participate in the Program, but I want to participate, despite the possible dangers and despite this Release.

3. I represent and warrant that I have no physical, health related or other problems, which would preclude or restrict my participation in the Program or otherwise render my participation dangerous or harmful to them or others. I further represent and warrant that I have adequate medical, health and/or other insurance for participation.

4. Knowing the dangers, hazards and risks associated with the Program, and with sufficient knowledge of my physical condition and limitations, if any, I voluntarily assume all responsibility and risk of loss, damage, illness and/or injury to person or property in any way associated with my participation in the Program and related activities.

5. I agree to abide by all rules and regulations applicable to participation in the Program.

6. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release and forever discharge, and agree not to sue and to indemnify and hold harmless, the State of Maryland, the University of Maryland, University of Maryland Extension and their governing boards, officers, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any and all liabilities, claims, demands and causes of action of any kind on account of any loss, damage, illness or injury to person or property in any way arising out of or relating to my participation in the Program and/or related activities, whether due to the negligence, mistake or other action or inaction of UME or any other person or entity.

I CERTIFY THAT I AM 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER AND THAT I HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS RELEASE AND INFORMED CONSENT FORM, AND I SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY WITH FULL KNOWLEDGE OF ITS SIGNIFICANCE.

Signature of Participant Date

Printed name of Participant Date of Birth University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all without regard to race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation or gender identity and expression. Updated for Extension Name and Logo Change 3/2010 AMT 3/2010

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION PARENTAL RELEASE AND INFORMED CONSENT FORM

PROGRAM: 4-H OPEN JUDGED PLEASURE TRAIL RIDE DATE(S): OCTOBER 24 or November 7

My minor child, as listed below, has my permission to fully participate as a representative of the University of Maryland Extension (UME) Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program in all activities associated with the above named program.

In connection with and consideration of my child’s participation in the Program, I, on behalf of my child and myself, my heirs, personal representative(s) and assigns, hereby represent and agree as follows:

1. I am aware that any program related activity can be dangerous, and I fully recognize and understand that there are risks and hazards, both minor and serious, associated with participation in the Program and related activities, including, but not limited to: cuts, scrapes, bruises, broken bones, muscle strains, pulls or tears, head, neck, back, eye and other bodily injuries, heat prostration, brain damage, blindness, deafness, drowning, heart attacks, paralysis and, even, death. The following is a description and examples of specific, significant, non-obvious dangers and risks associated with this activity. There is potential for accidents and/or injuries arising from: (Add the activities here – see sample for suggestions) e. Parks & Trails a. Riding horses/falls/kicks/bites/stepped on f. Water/streams/rivers/bridges/branches/logs b. Caring for horses c. Horse equipment & supplies g. Other horses/other riders d. Check Points h. Weather & related conditions

2. I understand that my child is not in any way required to participate in the Program, but I want them to participate, despite the possible dangers and despite this Release.

3. I represent and warrant that my child has no physical, health related or other problems which would preclude or restrict their participation in the Program or otherwise render their participation dangerous or harmful to them or others. I further represent and warrant that my child has adequate medical, health and/or other insurance for participation.

4. Knowing the dangers, hazards and risks associated with the Program, and with sufficient knowledge of my child’s physical condition(s) and limitations, if any, I voluntarily assume all responsibility and risk of loss, damage, illness and/or injury to person or property which my child may, in any way, sustain in connection with participation in the Program and related activities.

5. I agree that my child must abide by all rules and regulations applicable to participation in the Program. Should my child require emergency medical treatment or first aid as a result illness or injury associated with the Program or related activities, I consent to such first aid and/or treatment.

6. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release and forever discharge, and agree not to sue and to indemnify and hold harmless, the State of Maryland, the University of Maryland, University of Maryland Extension and their governing boards, officers, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any and all liabilities, claims, demands and causes of action of any kind on account of any loss, damage, illness or injury to person or property in any way arising out of or relating to my child’s participation in the Program and/or related activities, whether due to the negligence, mistake or other action or inaction of UME or any other person or entity.

7. I do hereby consent and agree that the Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program has the right to take photographs or record video/audio tapes of my child and to use these for educational and/or promotional materials. I further consent that my child's name may be revealed therein or by descriptive text or community. I hereby release to the Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program all rights to exhibit this work publicly or privately, including posting it on the Maryland 4-H Website. I waive any rights, claims or interests I or my child may have to control the use of my child's identity or likeness in the photographs, video or audio, and agree that any uses described herein may be made without compensation or additional consideration of me or my child.

I CERTIFY THAT I AM 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER AND THAT I HAVE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THIS RELEASE AND INFORMED CONSENT FORM, AND I SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY WITH FULL KNOWLEDGE OF ITS SIGNIFICANCE.

Signature of Parent/Guardian Having Care and Custody of Participating Child Date

Name of Parent/Guardian: Emergency Telephone: ( )

Participating Child’s Name: Signature: Age: University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all without regard to race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation or gender identity and expression. Rev. - July 2000 (D. Andrews) Updated for Extension Name and Logo Change AMT 3/2010 RETURN THIS COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORM with your CHECK, COGGINS TEST & ADULT OR PARENTAL WAIVER FORM by OCTOBER 12 Make checks payable to Harford County EAC - $20 per person - $25 after October 12

NAME:______4-H AGE: ______(As of January 1) ADDRESS: ______

PHONE: ______EMAIL: ______

Junior _____ Intermediate _____ Senior_____ Adult_____ Over 50_____

BREED OF HORSE I WILL BE RIDING: ______Horse____Pony____

TIME PREFERRED ______GROUP (names) ______

I AM AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF 4-H ______NAME OF CLUB: ______

*ALL riders must wear an approved helmet at all times when mounted.

*A copy of your coggins can be emailed ([email protected]) or faxed (410-638-3053) as well.

Mail to: 4-H Office POB 663 Forest Hill, MD 21050

CAN YOU OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS AVAILABLE TO BE A JUDGE?

______Name & Phone number and/or email address

ADDITIONAL LUNCHES will be available for $5.00 each (for non-riders)

How many: ______Name(s): ______

Please make sure you have included your check, a copy of your horse’s negative coggins test and the appropriate release form (over 18 or parental). (Families with multiple children under age 18 pay $20 for the first child and $15 for each additional child). Thanks for your support.