Asheville Saddlebred Classic May12-15,2021

WNC Agricultural Center Asheville, NC

Saddlebreds Hackneys Roadsters

Liz Holmes, Show Manager (919) 672-3741 [email protected] ENTRIES CLOSE APRIL 20, 2021 Asheville Saddlebred Classic May 12-15, 2021

Judges & Officials The following have been invited to serve. Show Management reserves the right to change or substitute officials should it become necessary.

Tom Bombolis………………………………………………………………...Stillwater, MN Clark Clouse………………………………..…………………………………..…….Versailles, KY Josh Greer...... East Bernstadt, KY USEF Steward...... Stacey Wright – Blairs, VA Show Steward………………………………………………………Joyce Wilson, Zebulon, NC Announcer...... Wyatt Lilly – Princeton, WV Ringmaster...... Don Baker – Louisville, KY Paddock Master…………………...... Travis Olinger – Benton, TN Farrier ...... David Herlocker – Albemarle, NC Photographer…………………………………………………….Doug Shiflet – Asheboro, NC www.dougshiflet.com (336) 629-6545 Organist……………………………………………………………………………………..…TBA Videographer……………………………………………………….Richfield Video Productions Veterinarian………………………………………….Dr. Ginger Reagan – 910-228-7109 Barn Manager…………..……………………………Steve Wilson – Zebulon, NC Awards…………………………………………………..Casey Armstrong – Enfield, NC Show Secretary...... Angie Boyle – Lebanon, OH Show Manager……...... …..….Liz Holmes – Mebane, NC 919-672-3741 or [email protected]

WNC Agricultural Center 1301 Fanning Bridge Rd., Fletcher, NC 28732 (828) 687-1414

ENTRIES CLOSE APRIL 20, 2021

PROCEDURE FOR ONLINE ENTRIES

If you choose to enter through HorseShowsOnline.com, you must follow this procedure. Credit cards will be accepted.

REMEMBER, even if you are entering online, stalls will NOT BE ASSIGNED until payment for them has been received.

1. Make your entry online.

2. Do not attempt to correct your entry online once it has been submitted. Corrections will have to be done through the mail or at the horse show.

3. Even though you have made your entries online, you are still required to follow normal entry rules; ie: copies of registration papers, Coggins, membership copies, measurement card copies, etc. and payment should be mailed by entry closing date.

4. Post entry fees will apply if payment is not postal marked by closing date.

5. Credit card will be accepted.

Credit cards may be used for payment of all fees. A 3% convenience fee will be charged.

Family owned, operated, and here to serve you!

Call Jim to order Shavings, Feed, and Hay Bedding Services available for $12/ Stall

 Pre-orders for bedding and feed should be made 48 hours to your arrival.  Stall layouts are required for pre- bedding  All pre-orders REQUIRE a Credit Card  All accounts will be closed out at noon the last day of show, with card or open check on file. o Receipts available at the show

Jim Kuhlwein 614-989-2142 Lockbourne, OH

We Hope You Have a Successful and Safe Show Season

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (as of 02/15/2020)

WEDNESDAY – May 12th - 6:00 PM 1. ASB Fine Harness – Amateur 2. ASB Three-Gaited - 15.2 & Under 3. Road – Amateur 4. ASB Five-Gaited – Limit Horse 5. ASB Three-Gaited – Ladies Amateur 6. Road Horse To Bike – Amateur 7. ASB Three-Gaited Park – Open 8. ASB Five-Gaited – Mares 9. – Open 10. ASB Five-Gaited – Amateur Gentleman 11. ASB Three-Gaited Park – Limit Horse 12. Saddle & ’s Pleasure Medallion 13. ASB Three-Gaited – 15.2 & Over 14. ASB Park Pleasure – Junior Horse 15. ASB Five-Gaited – Limit Horse, Amateur Rider 16. ASB Five-Gaited – Amateur 17. ASB Three-Gaited – Ladies 18. ASB Five-Gaited – Ladies 19. Road Pony – Open 20. ASB Five-Gaited – Stallion & Gelding

THURSDAY – May 13th - 9:30 AM 21. Opportunity WTC – Open 22. Pleasure Equitation – 17 & Under 23. ASB Country Pleasure 24. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure – Limit Horse 25. Road Horse Under Saddle 26. Saddle Seat Equitation – 13 & Under 27. ASB Three-Gaited Country Pleasure – Adult 28. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure – Jr. Exhibitor 29. Five Gaited Pony 30. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure – Adult 31. Road Pony – Novice Pony 32. ASB Three-Gaited Country Pleasure – Jr. Exhibitor 33. ASB Five-Gaited – Junior/Denver Horse 34. ASB Western Country Pleasure 35. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure – Adult 36. ASB Park 37. Three-Gaited Pony 38. ASB Three-Gaited – Carolina Owned 39. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure – Limit Horse 40. Harness Pony – Junior Pony 41. ASB Hunter Country Pleasure

THURSDAY – May 13th - 6:00 PM 42. ASB Fine Harness – Ladies 43. ASB Three-Gaited – Adult Amateur 44. Harness Pony – Open 45. ASB Three-Gaited Park – Jr. Exhibitor 46. ASB Show Pleasure Driving 47. ASB Three-Gaited – Jr. Exhibitor 48. ASB Fine Harness – Open 49. Hackney Pleasure Driving Pony 50. ASB Five-Gaited – Carolina Owned 51. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure – Jr. Exhibitor 52. ASB Three-Gaited Park – Amateur 53. UPHA Three Year Old Fine Harness Classic

54. ASB Five-Gaited – Jr. Exhibitor 55. Road Horse To Bike – Open 56. ASB Five-Gaited – Ladies Amateur

FRIDAY – May 14th - 9:30 AM 57. UPHA Challenge Cup – 10 & Under Walk/ 58. Hackney Pony – Amateur 59. Saddle Seat Equitation – 14-17 60. ASB Park Pleasure – Open 61. Road Pony Under Saddle – AHHS Medallion 62. UPHA Three Year Old Park Pleasure Classic 63. Saddle & Bridle Shatner 64. Harness Pony – Amateur 65. Opportunity English Pleasure Walk/Trot – 12 & Under 66. ASB Country Pleasure – Limit Horse 67. ASB Three-Gaited Park – 3 Year Old 68. Road Pony – Junior Pony 69. Road Horse To Bike – Limit Horse 70. Good Hands Event 71. Hackney Pony – Junior Pony 72. Saddle & Bridle’s Saddlebred Hunter Seat Classic

FRIDAY – May 14th - 6:00 PM 73. ASB Fine Harness – Junior Horse 74. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exhibitor 75. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Limit Horse 76. USEF Saddle Seat Medal 77. Hackney Pleasure Driving Pony CHAMPIONSHIP 78. ASB Three-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Ladies Amateur 79. ASB Three-Gaited – Junior Horse 80. ASB Five-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Limit Horse, Amateur Rider 81. Hackney Pony CHAMPIONSHIP 82. Road Horse To Bike CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 83. UPHA Three Year Old Five-Gaited Classic 84. ASB Three-Gaited Park – Junior Horse 85. Road Pony – AHHS Medallion 86. ASB Three-Gaited Park CHAMPIONSHIP 87. Road Pony CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 88. UPHA Three Year Old Three-Gaited Classic 89. ASB Fine Harness CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 90. ASB Five-Gaited Show Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Limit Horse 91. ASB Five-Gaited – Junior Horse

SATURDAY – May 15th - 9:30 AM 92. Hackney Pony Pleasure Driving – AHHS Medallion 93. Saddle Seat Equitation CHAMPIONSHIP – 10 & Under W/T 94. UPHA Pleasure Challenge Cup – 17 & Under 95. ASB Show Pleasure Driving CHAMPIONSHIP 96. ASB Five-Gaited Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Adult 97. Opportunity English Pleasure WTC CHAMPIONSHIP - Open 98. ASB Western Country Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP 99. Road Pony Under Saddle CHAMPIONSHIP 100. ASB Three-Gaited Country Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exh 101. ASB Park Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Junior Horse 102. ASB Three-Gaited Country Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Adult 103. UPHA Challenge Cup – 17 & Under 104. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exh 105. Road Pony CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exhibitor 106. Three Gaited Pony CHAMPIONSHIP 107. ASB Three-Gaited Show Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP – Adult 108. Opportunity English Pleasure Walk/Trot CHAMPIONSHIP – 12 & Under 109. Five Gaited Pony CHAMPIONSHIP 110. ASB Hunter Country Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP 111. ASB Country Pleasure Driving CHAMPIONSHIP

112. Road Horse Under Saddle CHAMPIONSHIP 113. Hackney Pony CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 114. ASB Park Pleasure Driving CHAMPIONSHIP

SATURDAY – May 15th - 6:00 PM 115. Saddle Seat Equitation CHAMPIONSHIP 116. ASB Fine Harness CHAMPIONSHIP 117. ASB Three-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Ladies 118. Harness Pony CHAMPIONSHIP 119. Road Horse To Bike CHAMPIONSHIP – Open 120. ASB Three-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 121. ASB Three-Gaited Park Pleasure CHAMPIONSHIP 122. ASB Five-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exhibitor 123. ASB Three-Gaited Park CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 124. Road Pony CHAMPIONSHIP - Open 125. ASB Five-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Amateur 126. ASB Three-Gaited Park CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exhibitor 127. ASB Five-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Ladies 128. ASB Three-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Open (will strip) 129. ASB Five-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Ladies Amateur 130. ASB Three-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Jr. Exhibitor 131. ASB Five-Gaited CHAMPIONSHIP – Open (will strip)

For affiliations & memberships, see the following websites:

United States Equestrian Federation www.usef.org

American Saddlebred Horse Association www.asha.net

American Road Horse & Pony Association www.americanroadhorsepony.com

American Society www.hackneysociety.com

United Professional Horsemen Association www.uphaonline.com

READ THE PRIZE LIST CAREFULLY. TRAINERS AND EXHIBITORS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING THE RULES CONCERNING THE SECTIONS WHICH PERTAIN TO THEIR ENTRIES. BE SURE THAT YOU ARE UP-TO-DATE ON ALL NEW USEF MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS.

NEW FOR 2021!  NO ENTRY WILL BE PROCESSED THAT HAS ANY SPLIT CHARGES BETWEEN EXHIBITORS, HORSES OR STABLES  There will be NO CHECKOUTS between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm on Saturday night.  TO PRE-ORDER BEDDING & HAY/FEED, USE THE ORDER FORM ON THE WEBSITE OR CONTACT JIM KUHLWEIN @ 614-989-2142. DO NOT ORDER ON ENTRY BLANK OR THROUGH SHOW OFFICE.  COVID-19 ACTION PLAN– Everyone on the show grounds will agree to abide by the Horse Show’s COVID-19 Action Plan Requirements. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all programs, properties, events and related specifications are subject to change in accordance with federal, state and local laws and regulations. They are found herein as well as on the website.  Temperatures will be taken by show’s Safety Personnel and NOT through the Show Office.  No more than 2 people will be allowed in the Show Office at one time.  Masks/face coverings must be worn properly over the mouth and nose while on the show grounds (including barns, arena and warm up area), unless an individual is mounted on a horse or in a buggy/cart.  Social distancing protocols are to be followed. All individuals must practice social distancing at all times while on the competition grounds by staying at least six feet (about 2 arms’ length) from any person who is not a member of their immediate household. Social distancing should also be practiced in the barn areas. Gatherings of any sort are discouraged.  Wristband bracelets issued by the horse show are to be worn by everyone on the show grounds.  OUTSIDE SPECTATORS (general public, fans, individuals not directly involved in the competition by way of being a participant, a member of competition staff, a service provider, i.e. media/photographer, volunteer or other support personel, i.e. farrier/veterinarian, etc.) ARE NOT ALLOWED.

IMPORTANT! Stabling capacity at the WNC Ag Center has reached its limit. Accordingly, in an effort to efficiently manage the permanent stabling available, Show Management reserves the right to limit the number of tack stalls per stable, if needed, as follows:

Number of horses Number of tack stalls 1‐2 ...... 2 3‐6 ...... 3 7‐10 ...... 4 11‐15 ...... 5 16‐20 ...... 6 21‐25 ...... 7 26‐30 ...... 8 31‐35 ...... 9 36‐40 ...... 10

Reminder: If your horse/pony is owned by a corporation, farm, entity or LLC, that corporation, farm, entity or LLC must hold a membership to USEF. If a person is owner of the above, USEF will not count that as a membership. You must use the proper form on the USEF site to record and pay for a corporation, farm or LLC membership or pay a show fee.

GR845 Equine Vaccination Rule 1: At Federation licensed competitions, horses entering the grounds must be accompanied by documentation of Equine Influenza Virus & Equine Herpes Virus (Rhinopneumonitis) vaccinations within six months prior to entering the stables. Horses not in compliance with this rule may be required to leave the competition grounds upon request by Competition Management. Copies of documentation must be submitted with entries.

Coggins Papers: In accordance with NC State Law, ALL horses and on the grounds MUST have a current negative Coggins Certificate (within 12 months). A copy of the certificate MUST be on file in the Show Office. In addition, a copy MUST be posted on stall door for inspection by the State Veterinarian. All non-showing horses on the grounds must be listed on an entry blank and present a Coggins as listed above. ANY HORSE OR PONY NOT IN COMPLIANCE MUST VACATE PREMISES – NO EXCEPTIONS!

USEF MEMBERSHIP STATEMENT Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular Competitions, Competitions at the Modified Level or above and Competitions at the Advanced Level, , and Vaulting Competitions and Endurance Rides. A nonmember may participate as a handler, rider, driver, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions, Dressage Competitions, Reining Competitions and Combined Driving Competitions upon payment of a $45 Show Pass fee. Participants in the following classes are exempted from the Requirements of this rule: 1) leadline; 2) exhibitions; 3) games and races; 4) classes for 4-H members; 5) walk trot (exception: Friesian performance FR222) and academy classes (academy classes are classes limited to horses used regularly in a lesson program); 6) USDF introductory level tests, pas de deux and quadrille classes; 7) NRHA Endorsed Reining Competitions. 8) Opportunity classes, 9) citizens of other nations who have proof, in English, of current membership in good standing of their own National Federation, 10) USEA beginner novice division; and 11) assistant handlers in Dressage Sport Horse Breeding classes.

“EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN, WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK, WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH.”

FEDERATION ENTRY AGREEMENT: By entering a Federation-licensed Competition and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Driver, Rider, Handler, Vaulter or Longeur and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am subject to the Bylaws and Rules of The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the “Federation”) and the local rules of the ASHEVILLE SADDLEBRED CLASSIC HORSE SHOW (Competition). I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Rules of the Federation and of the competition. I will accept as final the decision of the Hearing Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to release and hold harmless the competition, the Federation, their officials, directors and employees for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of entry, the Federation and/or the Competition may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cable - casts, broadcasts, internet, film, new media or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of

the competition, sport, or the Federation. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of Federation rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York, and any action instituted against the Federation must be filed in New York State. See GR908.4

ENTRIES: Entries must be postmarked by April 20, 2021, to avoid a late penalty. All entries must be made on the entry blank provided. One horse per entry blank. If extra entry blanks are needed, photocopies are allowed. Entries will not be accepted over the phone. Failure to scratch from a class, a "no show," may subject exhibitor to a penalty of $50. Entry blanks must be completed in full (the word “entry" will not be accepted) and signed by an adult. All horses will be charged a non-refundable office fee of $35.

REMEMBER that the postal service may still be experiencing slow deliveries. Make sure that your entries are mailed in ample time to be postmarked by April 20, 2021.

ALL HORSES MUST HAVE A HORSE ID NUMBER ISSUED FROM USEF OR USE THEIR BREED REGISTRATION NUMBER. THIS NUMBER MUST BE LISTED ON THE ENTRY BLANK. (See USEF Rule Book) Horses must be entered in at least one (1) class or they will be considered a "late entry."

Show Management reserves the right to refuse, accept conditionally or cancel any entries of any exhibitor at its discretion and require horses and entrants to vacate the premises at its discretion.

An unsigned check mailed with entries will be considered a post entry. Entries without payment will also be considered post entries and fees will apply. NO STALLS will be reserved until payment for them is received. Post-dated checks will NOT be accepted as payment for stalls and entries. Stalls are NOT reserved without negotiable funds and must be paid for by a separate check. An open check is NOT ACCEPTABLE for stall reservations. An open check for entries is acceptable.

Exhibitors who have outstanding fees (including, but not limited to, outstanding fees, NSF checks, stop-payment checks, disputed credit card fees, etc.) will not be permitted to show and/or exhibit until fees have been reimbursed and Show Management has granted permission.

POST ENTRIES: WILL BE ACCEPTED ON SPACE AVAILABILITY and will be charged a non-refundable post entry fee of $30 per horse. The penalty will be in addition to all other normal fees charged. Entries will be accepted up to one (1) hour before the scheduled start of each session.

EMERGENCY ENTRIES: In cases where entries cannot be made at least one (1) hour before the scheduled start of each session, an emergency penalty of $30 will be charged for each class in addition to all other fees.

REFUNDS: Refunds requested prior to the entry closing date will be made in full, less a $15 scratch fee, the non-refundable office fee and late penalty. Refunds requested before the start of the show, but after entry closing date, must be accompanied by a veterinarian’s certificate giving a comprehensive diagnosis and received in the show office by the end of the show. NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE ON STALL FEES AFTER CLOSING DATE. All adds or scratches must be made one (1) hour prior to the scheduled start of each session to avoid late fees and/or receive credit for scratches.

EMERGENCY REFUND POLICY (In the event all or part of the competition is cancelled due to a storm, accident or other emergency): If the competition is cancelled prior to the scheduled first day of the show, all fees will be refunded in full minus the non-refundable office fee. If classes are cancelled once the competition ‘s has begun, entry fees for remaining classes will be refunded.

UPHA CLASSICS: Entries in the UPHA Classics must be eligible and registered with the UPHA. Initial entry fee of $50.00 is to be made on entry blank. Final entry fee of $100.00 must be made one hour prior to the beginning of the class session.

REGISTRATION PAPERS: A photocopy of registration papers MUST accompany each horse entered in the , Road Horse and Hackney Pony divisions. All Horses must have a horse ID issued by ARHPA in order to compete. See USEF Rule RD101.1. This number may be applied for in the office. A COPY MUST BE KEPT ON FILE IN THE SHOW OFFICE SO THESE COPIES WILL NOT BE RETURNED. Numbers will not be released for an entry in these divisions without proper proof of registration. Names of horses/ponies must be on the entry form. The word "entry" may not be used. All horses/ponies must be entered in their full registered name and number and in the current owner of record.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS: All exhibitors must present a current USEF membership card or copy thereof. If not in possession of a card/copy, exhibitor must join or pay a non-refundable $45 non- member Show Pass fee. Exhibitors showing in classes restricted to amateurs must present proof of amateur certification issued by USEF. Amateur certification must be applied for at the show office prior to competing.

USEF FEES: All horses and ponies are subject to the USEF Drugs and Medications rules and must pay the USEF fee of $23 (Drug & Medication $15, USEF $8).

OFFICE HOURS: Show office hours will be posted. The office will NOT be open on the Sunday following the show so exhibitors must settle accounts before the last class on Saturday evening. If exhibitors fail to do so, the Horse Show Secretary will fill in the correct amount on the open checks and the exhibitors or agents relinquish the right for adjustment after leaving the show.

OPEN CHECKS: All accounts must leave an open check on file when picking up exhibitor packets - no exceptions. Agent may fill in check when showing is complete. If an exhibitor and/or agent fails to settle his/her account(s), the Show Secretary will fill in the correct amount on the open check and the exhibitor/agent relinquishes the right for adjustment after leaving the show.

RETURNED CHECKS: All checks returned for non-payment will be charged a $50 handling fee and must be replaced by cash, certified check or cashier’s check. If a returned check is not made good within 2 weeks after notification, USEF will be immediately notified of the non-compliance. All future fees will then be required to be paid with cash, money order or certified check.

PRIZE MONEY: Prize money will be paid by check and mailed within 30 days of closing of show. All refunds and remaining monies will be paid by check and mailed within 30 days of closing of show. Checks for prize money become non-negotiable after 60 days. Show management will NOT attempt to obtain addresses that are not complete, legible or correct on entry blanks.

STABLING: Entries for those exhibitors wishing to be stabled together must be mailed in the same envelope. Stalls are of permanent and portable types, both with doors. Stall fee is $130. Stall doors must not be removed and the panels must not be cut or damaged in any way. Stalls, whether permanent or temporary, must be left in their original condition. The WNC Ag Center will assess a fee to any exhibitor removing/altering or damaging the stall doors. STALLS WILL NOT BE ASSIGNED UNTIL FEES ARE PAID.

IMPORTANT: INDICATE DATE/TIME OF ARRIVAL ON ENTRY BLANK. Reminder that no stalls will be reserved until payment for them is received. Stalls must be paid for by a separate check. An open check is NOT acceptable for stall reservations. Entries will not be accepted unless accompanied by a separate check for stalls.

STALL INSPECTIONS: Before admission of horses, the Barn Manager will inspect all stalls, both permanent and temporary. Stalls will again be inspected once occupied and then after they are vacated. Should any damage be found, replacement parts, shipping, handling and labor fees will be assessed.

ADMISSION OF HORSES: Stalls will be available on Sunday, May 9, 2021, at 12:00 NOON and must be vacated on Sunday, May 16, 2021, by 6:00 PM. No early arrivals will be accepted without the prior approval of the Show Manager. Early arrivals will be charged a $20 per day, per stall fee, including tack stalls.

DISPOSAL OFF MEDICAL WASTE: Sharp containers are provided in convenient locations throughout the barns for the disposal of needles and other disposable sharp instruments. Show Management may fine any individuals, including trainers, owners, exhibitors or their agents up to $100 for improper disposal of needles or other sharp disposable instruments.

PARKING: Parking will NOT be permitted in the barn area. Passenger vehicles should use the upper and lower East lots adjacent to the barns. Horse trailers and vans must be parked in the upper North lot adjacent to the coliseum or the lower East lot adjacent to the barns.

CAMPERS: Campers and RVs must be parked in designated areas, which are on a “first come, first served” basis. Camper fee is $45 per day/night. Camper permits are to be obtained from LIZ HOLMES and must be prominently displayed on camper/RV. ANY VEHICLE (campers, RVs, utility trailers, horse trailers, etc.) CONNECTED TO ELECTRICITY AND/OR WATER WILL BE CONSIDERED A CAMPER AND WILL BE CHARGED THE CAMPER FEE.

TRAINING AIDS: Attention getting devices and/or other noisemakers (including, but not limited to, tape measure, blow horns, bamboo poles, explosives, fire extinguishers, baby powder, whips longer than 6’, etc.) are not allowed in and around the make-up and competition rings during scheduled sessions. All such items will be confiscated and offenders will be reported to USEF.

MOTORIZED VEHICLES: Minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind, including, but not limited to, golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles, on the competition grounds of licensed competitions. Minors who have a valid temporary license may operate the above described motorized vehicles as long as they are accompanied by an adult with a valid driver’s license. The parent/legal guardian or individual who signs the entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. Violations of this rule will be cause for penalties against those responsible for the child committing the offense. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule. The unsafe use of personal electronic transport devices, as determined by the competition officials and management in their sole discretion, that do not require a driver’s license to operate, including but not limited to segways, hover boards, and single wheeled scooters is prohibited on competition grounds. Operating such devices in areas where people gather may be deemed “unsafe use” if there is a risk of harm to others. If the operator of the device is a minor, the parent/legal guardian or individual who signs the entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating the device in violation of this rule is accountable and may be subject to penalties. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule.

DOGS ON COMPETITION GROUNDS: Dogs are not permitted to be loose on competition grounds and must be on a leash or otherwise contained. Individuals must not lead dogs on a leash while mounted. Dog owners failing to comply with this rule may be subject to penalty under Chapters 6 & 7, as well as issuance of warning cards. (GR 1301.6) Exception: Handicap aid dogs.

DAMAGE: The WNC Agricultural Center holds individual owners and exhibitors responsible for damages incurred by them, or their agents, to barns or other properties on the show grounds and will invoice them accordingly. The Asheville Saddlebred Classic Horse Show and/or Show Management will in no way be responsible for any loss/damage that may occur. It will be a condition of entry that each exhibitor shall hold the competition, its management and the WNC Agricultural Center blameless for any loss or accident to his/her horse(s) or equipment that may occur from sickness, fire or otherwise. The Asheville Saddlebred Horse Show, show management or the WNC Agricultural Center will not be responsible or liable for injuries sustained in any way to exhibitors, spectators, employees or other interested parties.

PREMIUM SCHEDULE

Class 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Entry Fee $1,000 Championship $250.00 $200.00 $180.00 $160.00 $110.00 $100.00 $110.00 $500 Championship $150.00 $110.00 $75.00 $60.00 $55.00 $50.00 $70.00 $300 Championship $90.00 $60.00 $45.00 $40.00 $35.00 $30.00 $45.00 $200 Championship $75.00 $50.00 $35.00 $25.00 $15.00 R $40.00 $100 Championship $30.00 $25.00 $20.00 $15.00 $10.0 R $35.00 Performance Class R R R R R R $30.00 Equitation Class R R R R R R $30.00

MISCELLANEOUS Every animal entered for competition shall be under the control of Show Management. The show shall be under absolute control of Show Management. Only authorized persons shall be allowed in the ring during judging. Any act of discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or officials on the part of an owner, rider/driver, trainer/agent or groom will disqualify horse or rider/driver and the owner shall forfeit his/her entry and other fees, including prize money won.

The Asheville Saddlebred Classic Horse Show is a qualifying competition for the 2020 ASHA High Point Awards and the 2021 Kentucky State Fair’s World Championship Horse Show. More information may be found at www.asha.net.

SHAVINGS: No initial bedding provided. Shavings for pre-arrival delivery (at $8.50/bag) may be ordered on the DESIGNATED FORM (new for 2021) or through JIM KUHLWEIN @ 614-989-2142. DO NOT ORDER ON ENTRY BLANK OR THROUGH SHOW OFFICE. All shavings invoices must be signed with a legible signature and date. No refunds will be made after billing has been processed. If an outside vendor hauls in bedding for a client, the vendor or client will be charged a show vendor fee of $300. Exhibitor wishing to bring their own bedding may do so but must haul it in on their own vehicles. The WNC Agricultural Center does NOT allow bark to be put in the barn area. HAY & FEED: Hay and feed for pre-arrival delivery may be ordered on the DESIGNATED FORM (new for 2021) or JIM KUHLWEIN @ 614-989-2142. DO NOT ORDER ON ENTRY BLANK OR THROUGH SHOW OFFICE. All hay/feed invoices must be signed with a legible signature and date. No refunds will be made after billing has been processed. If an outside vendor hauls in hay/feed for a client, the vendor or client will be charged a show vendor fee of $300. Exhibitor wishing to bring their own hay/feed may do so but must haul it in on their own vehicles.

CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS: Management reserves the right to combine or cancel any class having less than four (4) entries. Management also reserves the right to change or alter the officials listed without notice prior to or during the show.

FOOTING: Footing in the arena (which has dimensions of approximately 240’x120’) will be a dirt base with a top layer of sawdust/shavings added.

CHAMPIONSHIP CLASSES: To be eligible for Championship classes, horse/pony must have been entered, shown and judged in one other like class in that section. See division section for Championship qualifying classes. Only the OPEN Three-Gaited and OPEN Five-Gaited Championship classes will be stripped.

WARM-UP ARENA: During show sessions, the covered warm-up ring will be available only for the next class to show in the indoor Show Arena. Only authorized personnel (trainers, grooms, rider/drivers) are to be in the warm-up ring. COVID-19 protocol will be exhibitor/horse, 1 trainer and 1 attendant in the warm-up arena. All others involved with a horse must stay outside the warm-up ring, including personal photographers.

CLASS CALLS/GATE HOLDS: Every effort will be made to maintain a working PA system. HOWEVER, due to unforeseen problems with any mechanical device, the PA system and paddock calls must be considered a courtesy. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITTY OF THE EXHIBITOR to be sure that his/her horse is at the gate at the designated time. A two (2) minute gate rule will be strictly enforced. The in gate will be closed two (2) minutes after the first horse enters the ring.

IF APPROPRIATE WITH COVID-19 PROTOCOL, SKY BOXES: A limited number of sky boxes (which seat 8) are available for the duration of the show for $450 per table. Previous table holders receive first choice, after which it is a "first come, first served" basis. Contact Liz Holmes @ 919‐672‐3741 or [email protected] for more information.

CLASSES BY DIVISION Every class herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF Rule Book will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith.

SADDLEBRED DIVISION Fine Harness 1. Amateur Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 42. Ladies Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 48. Open Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 53. $250 Added UPHA 3 Year Old Classic Thursday PM Entry Fee $100 73. Junior Horse Friday PM Entry Fee $30 89. $300 Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 1 or Class 42 if shown by an Amateur Driver 116. $1,000 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $110 Must have shown & been judged in any other class in this division

Five Gaited 4. Limit Horse Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 8. Mares Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 10. Amateur Gentlemen Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 15. Limit Horse, Amateur Rider Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 16. Amateur Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 18. Ladies Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 20. Stallions & Geldings Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 33. Junior/Denver Horse Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 50. Carolina Owned Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 Qualifies for Class 125 if shown by an amateur rider 54. Junior Exhibitor Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 Class will split if numbers warrant. PLEASE provide rider age on entry blank. 56. Ladies Amateur Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 83. $250 Added UPHA 3 Year Old Classic Friday PM Entry Fee $100 91. Junior Horse Friday PM Entry Fee $30 122. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $35 Must have shown & been judged in Class 54 125. $300 Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 16 or Class 50 if shown by an Amateur rider 127. $300 Ladies CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 18 129. $300 Ladies Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 56 131. $1,000 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $110 Must have shown & been judged in any other class in this division. Class will strip.

Three-Gaited 2. 15.2 & Under Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 5. Ladies Amateur Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 13. 15.2 & Over Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 17. Ladies Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 38. Carolina Owned Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 Qualifies for Class 120 if shown by an Amateur rider

43. Adult Amateur Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 47. Junior Exhibitor Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 Class will split if numbers warrant. PLEASE provide rider age on entry blank. 78. $300 Ladies Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 5 79. Junior Horse Friday PM Entry Fee $30 88. $250 UPHA 3 Year Old Classic Friday PM Entry Fee $100 117. $300 Ladies CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 17 120. $300 Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & been judged in Class 43 128. $1,000 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $110 Must have shown & been judged in any other class in this division. Class will strip. 130. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in Class 47

Three-Gaited Park – Entries are ineligible to enter any other Saddlebred section. NO CROSS ENTER into Park Pleasure. 7. Open Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 11. Limit Horse Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 45. Junior Exhibitor Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 Class will split if numbers warrant. PLEASE provide rider age on entry blank. 52. Amateur Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 67. Three Year Old Friday AM Entry Fee $30 84. Junior Horse Friday PM Entry Fee $30 86. $200 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in any other class in this division 123. $200 Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in Class 52 126. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by a Junior Exhibitor rider.

Three-Gaited Park Pleasure – NO CROSS ENTER into Three-Gaited Park. 14. Junior Horse Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 60. Open Friday AM Entry Fee $30 62. $250 Added UPHA 3 Year Old Classic Friday AM Entry Fee $100 101. $200 Junior Horse CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 121. $200 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in any other class in this division

Park Pleasure Driving 36. Open Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 114. $200 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in Class 36

Three-Gaited Show Pleasure 28. Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 Class will split if numbers warrant. PLEASE provide rider age on entry blank. 30. Adult Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 39. Limit Horse Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 75. $200 Limit Horse CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $40

104. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by a Junior Exhibitor rider. 107. $200 Adult CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by an Adult rider.

Five-Gaited Show Pleasure 24. Limit Horse Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 35. Adult Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 51. Junior Exhibitor Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 Class will split if numbers warrant. PLEASE provide rider age on entry blank. 74. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by a Junior Exhibitor rider. 90. $200 Limit Horse CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $40 96. $200 Adult CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by an Adult rider.

Show Pleasure Driving 46. Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 95. $200 CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 46

Three-Gaited Country Pleasure 27. Adult Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 32. Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 Class will split if numbers warrant. PLEASE provide rider age on entry blank. 66. Limit Horse Friday PM Entry Fee $30 100. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by a Junior Exhibitor rider. 102. $200 Adult CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have been qualified by an Adult rider.

Three-Gaited Western Country Pleasure 34. Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 63. Saddle & Bridle’s Shatner Friday AM Entry Fee $30 98. $200 CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in one other class in this section.

Three-Gaited Hunter Country Pleasure 41. Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 72. Saddle & Bridle’s Hunter Seat Classic Friday AM Entry Fee $30 110. $200 CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in one other class in this section.

Country Pleasure Driving 23. Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 111. $200 CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 23

SADDLE TYPE PONY DIVISION (Not USEF Rated) Ponies must possess a current or permanent measurement card issued by USEF. Five-Gaited Pony 29. Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 109. $200 CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 29

Three-Gaited Pony 37. Junior Exhibitor Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 106. $200 CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 37

HACKNEY/HARNESS PONY DIVISION

9. Hackney Pony – Open Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 40. Harness Pony - Junior Pony Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 44. Harness Pony – Open Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 49. Hackney Pleasure Driving Pony Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 58. Hackney Pony - Amateur Friday AM Entry Fee $30 64. Harness Pony - Amateur Friday AM Entry Fee $30 71. Hackney Pony – Junior Pony Friday AM Entry Fee $30 77. $200 Hackney Pleasure Driving Pony Friday AM Entry Fee $40 CHAMPIONSHIP Must have shown & been judged in Class 49 81. $200 Hackney Pony CHAMPIONSHIP - Open Friday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in Class 9 or Class 71 92. Hackney Pleasure Driving Pony – AHHS Medallion Saturday AM Entry Fee $30 113. $200 Hackney Pony CHAMPIONSHIP - Amateur Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in Class 58 or 71 if shown by an Amateur driver 118. $200 Harness Pony CHAMPIONSHIP - Open Saturday PM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & been judged in Class 40, Class 44 or Class 64

ROAD PONY DIVISION

3. Amateur Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 19. Open Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 31. Novice Pony Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 61. Junior Exhibitor Under Saddle – AHHS Medallion Friday AM Entry Fee $30 68. Junior Pony Friday AM Entry Fee $30 85. Junior Exhibitor – AHHS Medallion Friday PM Entry Fee $30 87. $300 Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & judged in Class 3 or Classes 31 and 68 if shown by an Amateur driver 99. $200 Under Saddle CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 61 105. $200 Junior Exhibitor CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 85 124. $500 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $70 Must have qualified in any other bike class in this division.

ROAD HORSE DIVISION

6. Amateur Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 25. Under Saddle Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 55. Open Thursday PM Entry Fee $30 69. Limit Horse Friday AM Entry Fee $30 82. $300 Amateur CHAMPIONSHIP Friday PM Entry Fee $45 Must have shown & judged in Class 6 or Class 69 if shown by an Amateur Driver 112. $200 Under Saddle CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $40 Must have shown & judged in Class 25 119. $1000 Open CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $110 Must have qualified in any other bike class in this division.

EQUITATION DIVISION

12. Saddle & Bridle’s Pleasure Equitation Medallion Wednesday PM Entry Fee $30 22. Pleasure – 17 & Under Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 26. 13 &Under Thursday AM Entry Fee $30 57. UPHA Challenge Cup – 10 & Under, Walk/Trot Friday AM Entry Fee $30 59. 17 & Under Friday AM Entry Fee $30 70. Good Hands Event Friday AM Entry Fee $30 76. USEF Saddle Seat Medal Friday PM Entry Fee $30 93. 10 & Under, Walk/Trot CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $30 Must have shown & judged in Class 57 94. UPHA Pleasure Challenge Cup – 17 & Under Saturday AM Entry Fee $30 103. UPHA Challenge Cup – 17 & Under Saturday AM Entry Fee $30 115. Saddle Seat CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday PM Entry Fee $30 Must have shown & been judged in any other WTC class in this division.

OPPORTUNITY DIVISION

21. English Pleasure WTC – Open Thursday AM Entry Fee $25 65. English Pleasure Walk/Trot – 12 & Under Friday AM Entry Fee $25 97. $100 English Pleasure WTC CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $30 Must have shown & judged in Class 21 108. $100 English Pleasure Walk/Trot CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday AM Entry Fee $30 Must have shown & judged in Class 65

Results may be viewed on www.HorseShowsOnline.com

Accommodations

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Home2 Suites 828-676-3740

Clarion Inn 828-684-1213

GOLF CARTS: Golf cart rentals will be handled through Brad’s Golf Cars @ 336-595-2006. Arrangements for golf cart reservations are 100% between Brad’s Golf Cars and the Exhibitor. If golf carts are not pre- ordered, Show Management cannot guarantee one will be available at the show.

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WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

For and in consideration of United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. dba US Equestrian (“USEF”) allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in any capacity (including as a rider, driver, handler, vaulter, longeur, lessee, owner, agent, coach, official, trainer or volunteer) in a USEF sanctioned, licensed or approved event or activity, including but not limited to equestrian clinics, practices, shows, competitions and related or incidental activities and the ASHEVILLE SADDLEBRED CLASSIC HORSE SHOW (“USEF Event” or “USEF Events”); I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors,, and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual repre- sentations pursuant to this Agreement (the “Agreement”): A. RULES AND REGULATIONS: I hereby agree to be bound and abide by the rules, regulations, and policies of USEF as published in the USEF Rule Book and on the website at www.usef.org, as amended from time to time. B. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: I knowingly, willingly, and voluntarily acknowledge the inherent risks associated with the sport of equestrian and know that horseback riding and related equestrian activities are inherently dangerous, and that participation in any USEF Event involves risks and dangers including, with- out limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury (including broken bones, head or neck injuries), sickness and disease (including communicable diseases), trauma, pain & suffering, permanent disability, paralysis and death; loss of or damage to personal property (including my mount & equipment) arising out of the unpredictable behavior of horses; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; accidents involving other participants, event staff, volunteers or specta- tors; contact or collision with other participants and horses, natural or manmade objects; adverse weather conditions; facilities issues and premises conditions; failure of protective equipment (including helmets); inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the USEF Event organizers and competition management; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). EQUINE ACTIVITY LIABILITY ACT WARNING: CAUTION: HORSEBACK RIDING AND EQUINE ACTIVITIES CAN BE DANGEROUS. RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Under the laws of most States, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for any injury to, or the death of, a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities.

C. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that the aforementioned Risks may be caused in whole or in part or result directly or indirectly from the negligence of my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the USEF Events, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Par- ties defined below, and I hereby voluntarily and knowingly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses that I incur as a result of my participation in any USEF Events. I also agree to be responsible for any injury or damage caused by me, my horse, my employees or contractors under my direction and control at any USEF Event. D. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNITY: In conjunction with my participation in any USEF Event, I hereby release, waive and covenant not to sue, and further agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the following parties: USEF, USEF Recognized Affiliate Associations, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), USEF clubs, members, Event participants (including athletes/riders, coaches, trainers, judg- es/officials, and other personnel), the Event owner, licensee, and competition managers; the promoters, sponsors, or advertisers of any USEF Event; any charity or other beneficiary which may benefit from the USEF Event; the owners, managers, or lessors of any facilities or premises where a USEF Event may be held; and all directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, and volunteers of any of the aforementioned parties (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss, or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorney fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation in the USEF Events, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties. E. COMPLETE AGREEMENT AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE: This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS DOCUMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY, UNDERSTAND ALL OF ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND KNOW IT CONTAINS AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER FROM LIABILITY, AS WELL AS A HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION OBLIGATIONS. By signing below, I (as the participant or as the Parent/Legal Guardian of the minor identified below) hereby accept and agree to the terms and condi- tions of this Agreement in connection with my (or the minor’s) participation in any USEF Event. If, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf or the minor’s behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities as the result of such claim. The parties agree that this agreement may be electronically signed. The parties agree that the electronic signatures appearing on this agreement are the same as handwritten signatures for the purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility.

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Parent/Guardian Signature: (Required if Rider/Driver/Handler/Vaulter/Longeur is a minor) Date: Print Parent//Guardian Name: Emergency Contact Phone No. 6.17.20

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ASHEVILLE SADDLEBRED CLASSIC HORSE SHOW MAY 12-15, 2021

COVID-19 PROTOCOL

 Masks or cloth face coverings must be worn properly (always covering nose and mouth) anywhere on the show grounds including the barns, common areas, on motorized vehicles, and in the warmup and show arena. o Individuals are not required to wear a mask or face covering when mounted on a horse or in a carriage/cart. o To eat or drink, an individual must move far enough away from others to minimize the possibility of being within six feet of any other individual before the lowering the mask or face covering to eat or drink. The mask must be immediately replaced over the nose and mouth when finished.

 All individuals must always practice social distancing while on the competition grounds by staying at least 6 feet from any person who is not a member of their immediate household (individuals consistently living in the same house or dwelling). o Members of the same household are always still required to wear masks or face coverings while on competition grounds and in the show arena. o Individuals are allowed to be seated together while being transported by golf cart (or similar four- wheeled transport vehicle), but capacity may not exceed the number of seats on the cart or vehicle and all individuals must wear face masks or face coverings. o Congregating on or around a parked or stationary golf cart or vehicle is prohibited, unless the individuals are all visually identifiable (e.g. credentialed) as immediate household members, are all wearing face masks/face coverings, and do not exceed the seating capacity of the cart or vehicle.

 Anyone on the competition grounds must complete a waiver form and agree to have your temperature screened at check-in and daily throughout the show.

 An armband is required for admittance into the arena and must always be worn on the competition grounds.

 Participants and support personnel entering the competition grounds are required to self-monitor their temperature at least once daily prior to entering the competition grounds. o Anyone with a temperature of 100.4° F or higher may not enter the show grounds and must notify show management.

 The following individuals are not allowed to enter the competition grounds: o Anyone who exhibits COVID-19 symptoms. o Anyone who has tested positive within the last 10 days. o Anyone who has tested positive outside of the past 10 days but is still symptomatic. o Anyone who has been exposed to or has been in close contact with someone who has symptoms or has tested positive withing either the last 7 or 10 days.

 If any person who was present on the competition grounds tests positive for COVID-19 within 14 days of the conclusion of competition the Competition Organizer must be notified immediately.

 No “general public” spectators will be allowed on the competition grounds.

Failure to comply with safety rules will result in you being asked to leave the facility and possibly removed from the show grounds. Thank you for participating in the show and for helping us keep the show operational by following these rules.