Hastings Valley Dressage Club Inc

Hastings Valley Dressage Club Inc Claudia Ringland Memorial Trophy Day & HVDC Championships Sunday 29th of March 2015 - Wauchope Showground. The Claudia Ringland Memorial Day remembers a truly wonderful friend and a highly respected person in the community and horse industry.

Claudia was an accredited horse breeder & trainer of racing, quarter horses, show & Dressage horses and also the owner of Wauchope Saddlery - A.K.A “The Wauchoppee Saddlery Team” out and about with her friends and team of beautiful horses.

Claudia’s real passion lay between her son Richard, her husband Col, and her 2 lovely ponies “Benny and Bart”. Her love for her horses shone through with their peak condition at all times, coats that glistened like silk even in the middle of winter, their “once a week rug wash” without fail, and the immaculate environment that they lived in.

Claudia was immaculate. Her clothes were immaculate, her hair was immaculate, her fingernails were immaculate (every Monday morning having them buffed, filed & polished, and the broken ones glued back on, after she would spend ages looking for the broken bit of nail that she would never leave behind, then stash it in her pocket until Monday!!)

Claudia’s car was immaculate, & she was ever so relieved that when she bought her SAAB, it didn’t blow her hair around too much when she drove it with the roof folded back! Claudia’s house was immaculate..... But comfortably immaculate.

On the 30th of August 1995 Claudia’s life was cut way too short and we lost our immaculate and beautiful friend.

For those who knew Claudia, she taught and passed onto us some of her immaculate ways. I personally like to think that we can show her these immaculate things through having this memorial competition in honour of Claudia.

The colours used for the rosettes on this day represent those that Claudia proudly used on her horses: The Black, Green and Gold was worn by “Benny”; The Black, Purple and Silver was worn by “Bart”

The trophy is made from a Red Cedar tree which stood at Claudia’s property, which was kindly made for this special event by Claudia’s husband Col.

Program of Events

Closed Restricted Tests (HVDC Members only) Junior & Open Preparatory A Preparatory C Preparatory D Preliminary 1.1 Preliminary 1.2 Novice 2.1 Novice 2.2 Elementary3.1 Elementary 3.2 Medium 4.1 Medium 4.2 Advanced 5.1 Advanced 5.2 Para Equest – Please nominate your grading level & test Official Competitive (Competitive EA Members only) Pony and Open Preliminary 1.3 Novice 2.3 Elementary 3.3 Medium 4.3* Advanced 5.3* Prix St Georges* Inter 1* * May be judged as Closed Unrestricted if appropriate judges are not available.

Entry Fees Closed Restricted & Para Equest: $15.00 per test Competitive Tests: HVDC Members $20.00 Non HVDC Members: $25.00 Stables $5 per day - Camping by arrangement

Closing date for entries Friday 13th March 2015 Entries: www.nominate.com.au/equest/ Mail entries by arrangement only to : PO Box 328, Wauchope 2446 Enquiries: Jo-Anne Border 65 864070 NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED [email protected] http://www.hastingsvalleydressageclub.org Rules for Claudia Ringland Memorial Trophy Day

 EA dress and presentation rules apply. If you are competing in the Closed Restricted events only EA dress rules are optional, but please dress and present yourself & your horse in a manner appropriate to, and in the spirit of the day.

 Juniors riding Elementary level and upwards must ride as an Open Competitor for the whole competition on all horses entered.

 Competitive events will have Open and Pony classes only (not junior).

 Closed Restricted events will have Open and Junior classes. Please nominate if you are riding a Pony as there will be an overall Pony Championship awarded if numbers are sufficient.

 Champion and Reserve Champion Closed Restricted combination at each level

 Junior Champion and Reserve Champion Closed Restricted combination at each level.

 Overall Pony Champion and Reserve Champion – all tests considered

 Overall Senior Combination for the day wins the Claudia Ringland Memorial Perpetual Trophy – all tests considered.

 Overall Junior Combination for the day wins the HVDC Champion Junior Shield – all tests considered.

 Placing ribbons to 6th

 Prizes may be restricted according to numbers of entries.

 To qualify for a Club Level Championship or Reserve you must enter 2 Closed Restricted Tests at the same level. Points will be awarded to separate combinations as follows:

If 6 or more horses in a test then 1st place gets 6 points; 2nd – 5 points down to 6th – 1 point. If there are less that 6 horses in a test - say 3 horses the 1st place gets 3 points and 3rd gets 1 point etc.

If there are two combinations on equal points then the combination with the average highest percentage within the level will be deemed the winner of the level Championship.

If there are equal placings for the overall Claudia Ringland Memorial Trophy & Junior Shield , or Pony Champion – then the combination at the higher level or the higher test within the level, will be deemed the Champion.

Competitive Tests contribute towards the Claudia Ringland Memorial Trophy, Junior Shield & Pony Champion but you must be a member of the HVDC to qualify. Additional Para - Equest (PE) Requirements

Riders must be a financial member of HVDC, be registered with the EA & have a current PE ID Card which shows their grading as well as any compensating aids.

Para Equestrian has 5 Grades and athletes are graded according to their functional ability:  Grade IA - walk only tests  Grade IB - walk and trot  Grade II - walk and trot but canter allowed in the Freestyle  Grade III - walk, trot and canter and may show lateral work in Freestyle  Grade IV - walk, trot, canter, canter half-pirouettes, three and four sequence changes and lateral work.

You will be able to ride one test on the day of competition.

Please nominate your level and test on the entry form and provide the Secretary by closing date of entries with a copy of your Para Equest ID Card and exemptions.

Exemption Cards Riders with a Disability Para Equestrian riders are eligible to be classified and obtain an EA PE ID card from the beginning of the year in which they turn 12 years of age. Para Equestrian riders who enter able bodied competitions must provide a copy of the EA PE ID card with their entries. Conditions of Entry  Riders must be a current EA member to enter Competitive Tests and a HVDC Inc Club member to enter Closed Restricted

 Ponies must not exceed 149 CM with shoes or 148CM without shoes.

 The event will be held in accordance with the current EA dressage rules (as amended) Dressage Rules & Regulations | Equestrian Australia It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with these rules.

 Stallions must display green stallion disks at all times and be supervised at all times in accordance with EA Stallion safe practice guidelines.

 Neither the organising committee of any competition to which EA rules apply nor the EA accepts any liability for any accident, damage, injury or illness to horses, riders, grounds, spectators or any other persons or property whatsoever. The event will be held on grass arenas with the exception of Para Equest events which may be held on an indoor sawdust surface.

 Maximum two horses per rider. Two consecutive levels per horse may be ridden with a maximum of 3 tests during the competition per horse. Only horses that are entered and in the draw may be on the grounds on either of the days. Horses cannot be changed after close of entries.

 Entries may be limited - if oversubscribed a reserve list will be created. Entries will only be accepted through “Nominate” or via mail if prearranged with the committee.

 Callers are permitted

 All riders must wear EA approved helmets at all times whilst on their horse.

 No prams or strollers, bicycles, scooters etc allowed outside of the spectator area or inside the arena.

 Horses being led in the warm up area must be properly restrained.

 Please note: There are stables available - please pay with entry and leave clean when you depart. Unloading of horses will not be in secured area, so responsibility of owners/riders to gain help with loading/unloading if required. All horses tethered in unsecured area must be supervised at all times.

 HVDC Inc reserves the right to retain administration fees if the event is cancelled due to circumstances outside of our control. .  Horses may compete HC at any level. Entries must be declared in writing prior to the start of competition. HC competitors will not be eligible for any placings, prizes or trophy.

 Closed Restricted and Unrestricted may be judged by a non EA accredited judge.  All horses on the ground must be fully vaccinated for Hendra and you must provide your horse’s microchip number on the entry form for checking against the data base. Claudia Ringland Memorial Trophy Associate Competition Wauchope Showground, Sunday 29th March 2015 Please send entries to PO Box 328, Wauchope 2446 Cheques made payable to Hastings Valley Dressage Club Inc. Payment may also be made directly to the club’s bank account: Hastings Valley Dressage Club Inc CBA, Port Macquarie - BSB 762592 Acc. No. 28028686 Please send print out of direct deposit with entry. Test Rider Horse/ Pony (please EA & Fee circle) Bridle Number 1.

Total Test Entries Stables $5 per horse Admin Fee $5.00 per rider Ground Fee $5 per horse Total Fees

Name:______Rider EA Number______DOB if under 16 at 1 January 2015 ______PIC Number______Microchip number______

Phone: AH BH

Email Address (for draw):

Address: Postcode:  I acknowledge and agree as a condition of participating that neither the club (HVDC Inc)/coach, participants, EA and its state bodies or any subdivision thereof, officials, volunteers, medical personnel, any persons, promoters, sponsors, advertisers, owners and lessees of premises used to conduct the EVENT(S), shall be under any liability for my death or any bodily injury , loss or damage which may be sustained or incurred by me as a result of participation in or being present at the event.  You must also fill in and sign the attached Release and Waiver of Liability Form to be allowed to participate in the above events.  I declare that my horse/pony is fully vaccinated for Hendra.  I am able to help by: Pencil __ Score Set up Arenas __ Other ___  By signing this form. I confirm having read and understood the contents of the entry conditions and disclaimer.

Signature: Date: Guardian or parent must sign if rider under 18 years of age. Equestrian Australia Limited ABN 19 077 455 755 www.equestrian.org.au M e m b e r D a n g e r o u s A c t i v i t y A c k n o w l e d g e m e n t Full Name of participant (and of guardian if under 18 years)...... …….

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Name of Club - Hastings Valley Dressage Club Inc.

Activity – Dressage Associate and Training Competition

In consideration for being permitted to participate in any way in horse sport activities, I, the undersigned, understand, acknowledge and accept that:  Horse sports are a dangerous activity and horses can act in a sudden and unpredictable (changeable) way, especially if frightened or hurt.  There is a significant risk that serious INJURY or DEATH may result from horse sport activities.  I understand and acknowledge the dangers associated with the consumption of alcohol or any mind altering drugs and agree not to drink alcohol or take drugs prohibited by law before or during any horse sports activities.  I agree to follow the directions of any event organiser or official and that any misconduct or refusal by me to follow any direction of any organiser or official can result in the CANCELLATION of my participation in the activities and my immediate removal from my horse NO MATTER where that may occur.  I agree to wear an approved helmet at all times whilst participating in the sport where this is required under the relevant EA and FEI rules and regulations.  I have had sufficient opportunity to read this Dangerous Activity Acknowledgement and fully understand its terms and sign it freely and voluntarily.

Dated: ___/___/___ Signature of rider______

For Participants of Minority Age (Under Age 18) This is to certify that I, as a parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, acknowledge, understand and accept ALL OF THE ABOVE and consent and agree to my minor child's involvement or participation in horse sport activities.

Dated: ___/___/___ Signature of guardian______