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Opening Date April 11, 2015
Closing Date: May 11, 2015
Official Prize List
Houston Dressage Society presents
Summer Shows I and II
Recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation as a Dressage Level 3 Competition
USEF and USDF Nos. 325110 and 325112, SWDC 15061A and 15061B, and HDS
June 6-7, 2015
at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center, Katy, TX
Qualifying Competition for:
2015 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships
2015 Southwest Dressage Championships
2015 Dover/USDF Adult Amateur Medal Program
“Official Qualifying Competition for the 2015 Adequan FEI North American Junior and
Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North. Official Qualifying Competition
for the 2015 Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championships;
2015 USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship; 2015 AGCO/USEF Junior and
Young Rider Dressage National Championships; and the 2015 USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’
Dressage National Championship presented by Dressage Today
Judges:
Melonie Kessler*, “S”, Thousand Oaks, CA
Scott Peterson*, “S”, Penn Yan, NY
Dorie Vlatten Schmitz*, “S”, San Tan Valley, AZ
*Young Horse Certification
Technical Delegate:
Mary Mobley, “r”, Kyle, TX
Show Secretary:
Co-Secretary:
Show Manager:
Susan Peacock
Julia Peacock
Ed Lavallee
837 Glenlake Drive
Edmond, OK
Wylie, TX 75098
Edmond, OK 73013
(214) 366-7125
(405) 749 – 9777
[email protected]
[email protected]
Fax: 866-487-6624
[email protected]
Licensee Contact:
Leslie Rohrer
President
Houston Dressage Society
(713) 523-0448
[email protected]
For more information and prize list updates, go to:
www.houstondressagesociety.org and www.showsecretary.com
Great Southwest Equestrian Center is located at 2501 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450
Directions: GSWEC is located on the east side of Mason Road approximately three miles south of
Interstate Highway 10 (Exit #745) Phone: (281) 578-7669
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HDS Summer Shows I & II Class List
Sat
Class
57
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
21
22
23
24
25
31
32
33
34
35
41
42
43
44
45
51
52
53
54
55
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
91
92
93
94
90
87
51OP
52OP
Sun
Class
57-2
4-2
5-2
6-2
7-2
8-2
9-2
10-2
11-2
12-2
13-2
14-2
15-2
21-2
22-2
23-2
24-2
25-2
31-2
32-2
33-2
34-2
35-2
41-2
42-2
43-2
44-2
45-2
51-2
52-2
53-2
54-2
55-2
70-2
71-2
72-2
73-2
74-2
75-2
76-2
77-2
91-2
92-2
93-2
94-2
90-2
87-2
51OP-2
Class Description
USEF Rider TOC (specify test Tr, 1st, 2nd Levels only)
USDF Introductory Test Level A
USDF Introductory Test Level B
USDF Introductory Test Level C
USEF Dressage Equitation 13 and Under
USEF Dressage Equitation 14 to 18
USEF Dressage Equitation 19 to 21
USEF Dressage Equitation
USEF First Level Test 1
USEF First Level Test 2
USEF First Level Test 3
USEF Pony First Level Test 3
USDF First Level Freestyle
USEF Second Level Test 1
USEF Second Level Test 2
USEF Second Level Test 3 (AA Dover Medal Sat & Sun)
USEF Pony Second Level Test 3
USDF Second Level Freestyle
USEF Third Level Test 1
USEF Third Level Test 2
USEF Third Level Test 3
USEF Pony Third Level Test 3
USDF Third Level Freestyle
USEF Fourth Level Test 1
USEF Fourth Level Test 2
USEF Fourth Level Test 3
USEF Pony Fourth Level Test 3
USDF Fourth Level Freestyle
USEF Training Level Test 1
USEF Training Level Test 2
USEF Training Level Test 3
USEF Pony Training Level Test 3
USDF Training Level Freestyle
FEI Prix St. Georges
FEI Intermediate I
FEI Intermediate I Freestyle)
FEI Intermediate A
FEI Intermediate B
FEI Intermediate II
FEI Grand Prix
FEI Grand Prix Freestyle
USDF Pas De Deux (fee is per exhibitor)
USDF Quadrille Freestyle (fee is per exhibitor)
FEI Para Equestrian Test of Choice (specify test)
FEI Para Equestrian FS Test of Choice (specify test)
USDF Materiale 3,4,5, year old colts, stallions, geldings
USDF Materiale 3,4,5, year old mares or fillies
Opportunity Class – Training Level Test 1
Opportunity Class – Training Level Test 2
Divisions
Fee $
O
O
O
O
JR
JR/YR
YR
AA
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O, AA, JR/YR
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
20
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
40
45
40
40
40
40
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
30
15
60
60
40
40
40
40
Qualifying fees
SWDC + $8 (AA & JR/YR)
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
GAIG + $10, SWDC + $8
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Note: Enter the designation “Q” after the class number if you intend on entering the Great American/USDF Qualifiers as a qualifier and include the
qualifying fee of $10 and if you intend on entering the Southwest Dressage Championships Qualifiers as a qualifier include the qualifying fee of $8.
Class List continued on next page
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HDS Summer Shows I & II Class List Continued
Sat
Class #
Sun
Class #
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61-2
62
63
64-2
65
66
67-2
68
69-2
80-2
81-2
82-2
83
84
Class Name
FEI Pony Team Test
FEI Pony Individual Test
FEI Pony Freestyle Test
FEI Junior Team Test
FEI Junior Individual Test
FEI Junior Freestyle Test
FEI Young Rider Team Test
FEI Young Rider Individual Test
FEI Young Rider Freestyle Test
FEI Young Rider Grand Prix 16-25 Test
USEF 4-Yr-Old Test
FEI 5-Year-Old Final Test
FEI 6-Year-Old Final Test
USEF Developing Prix St. Georges
USEF Developing Grand Prix
Div
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
YR
YR
YR
YA
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Qualifying
2015 USEF
2015 NAJYRC
2015 USEF
2015
Markel/USEF
Fee $
40
40
45
40
40
45
40
40
45
45
45
45
45
45
45
Qualifying fees
GAIG +$10
SWDC + $8
GAIG +$10
SWDC + $8
HDS Summer Shows I and II Fee Schedule:
Show Fees
Show Office Fee (per entry per show – separate entry required for each show)
$32.00
Late Entry Fee (if space avail & per entry per show)
$50.00
Change After Closing Date (per change)
$10.00
Incomplete Entry Fee_ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________$10.00
Returned Check/Declined Credit Card handling Fee
$35.00
All entries using credit card for payment must use the online entry at www.showsecretary.com
A convenience fee of 3.2% will be charged on all credit card transactions
USDF and USEF and SWDC Fees
Great American/USDF Qualifying Fee (additional)
SWDC Qualifying Fee (additional)
USEF Drug/Medication Fee (D/M = $8, USEF = $8)
USEF Show Pass (Non-member per rider or owner or trainer)
USDF Non-member Fee per rider and owner
USDF Affidavit Fee
$10.00
$ 8.00
$16.00
$30.00
$25.00
$ 5.00
Stall Fees
Weekend Stall Fee (Friday 1:00 pm - Sunday 9:00 pm/incl. 2 bags of shavings)
Weekend Tack Stall Fee (Friday 1:00 pm - Sunday 9:00 pm)
Early Arrival/Late Departure per night per stall/tack stall (must designate arrival and departure dates)
One day Stall Fee (includes 1 bag of shavings – in by 5:00 PM night before/out by 6:00 PM)
One day Tack Stall Fee (in by 5:00 PM night before/out by 6:00 PM)
Trailer-In Fee (per day)
Additional Shavings/Bag
$120.00
$95.00
$45.00
$70.00
$50.00
$30.00
$ 12.00
Misc Fees
RV Hook-Up (per night) - request space number on entry – map on GSWEC website
Pony Measurement Fee (Measurement must occur in advance of rides)
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Non-compete fee per show
Other: 2015 HDS membership (new or renewal)
Sponsorship
$50.00
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up to $100.00
$30.00
varies according to type
varies according to type
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ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT:
WWW.SHOWSECRETARY.COM
Entries: Entries must be postmarked on or before May 11, 2015. Entries after closing date will be considered
post entry and will incur late fees. FOR SPECIAL DELIVERIES, PLEASE SEND ENTRIES WITHOUT A
SIGNATURE NEEDED!! NO CERTIFIED, REGISTERED, OR EXPRESS MAIL WITH A SIGNATURE NECESSARY
FOR RECEIPT WILL BE ACCEPTED!!
On-line entry is available at www.showsecretary.com . You may still mail your paper entry and check to Susan
Peacock. Make checks payable to Houston Dressage Society and send with entry to Show Secretary: Susan
Peacock, 837 Glenlake Dr., Edmond, OK 73013. No post-dated checks accepted. Include copies of
owner/rider/trainer/coach current USEF card(s) or non-member fee and USDF card(s) or non-member fee.
Include copy of horse’s Registration/Recording card or certificate. A copy of a Coggins taken within 12
months of the show dates must accompany each entry.
Entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, based on postmark date and entries may be limited.
Those entries postmarked after closing will be accepted at the discretion of the show secretary, based on a
space available basis and charged a $50 late fee per show. If the classes are oversubscribed, a Waiting List (in
the order of receipt) will be maintained. Management reserves the right to refuse any entry.
All entries using credit card for payment must use the online entry at www.showsecretary.com
A convenience fee of 3.2% will be charged on all credit card transactions.
To enter a class as a Great American/USDF Qualifier, put a “Q” after the appropriate class number on the
entry form and include the qualifying fee of $10 and/or if you intend on entering the Southwest Dressage
Championships Qualifier and include the qualifying fee of $8.
Great American/USDF Qualifying Classes: For the Great American/USDF Qualifying rides, riders and owners
must have an active USEF Membership. Riders are required to have a USDF Participating Membership; Owners
may have a USDF Participating or Business Membership. Horses must be Annual or Lifetime Recorded with
USEF and USDF Lifetime Registered, an HID is not sufficient. Great American qualifying entries must include
horse USEF and USDF registration and rider’s and owner’s USEF and USDF card(s).
Official Ride Times: Stabling assignments and provisional times will be available to competitors at
www.showsecretary.com. Official times will be available at noon the day before the show.
All Change requests must be made by 11:00 AM the day prior to the class.
Refund Policy: Cancellations prior to closing date will be refunded, less office fee. If the owner is owed a
refund of $25 or less, the refund can be donated to the HDS Education Fund by checking the line at the bottom of
the entry form. No refunds will be given after closing date.
Hazardous Weather/Act OF God/Accident Policy: Management reserves the right to cancel any classes due
to hazardous weather, Acts of God, accident, or emergency. Every effort will be made to reschedule with priority
given to any qualifying classes being offered. No refunds for cancellations due to hazardous weather, Acts of
God, accidents or emergencies.
Schedule : Classes may not necessarily be run in the order listed in the class lists. It is the responsibility of the
rider to inform the show secretary of any time conflicts as soon as possible after receiving the schedule.
Management reserves the right to change officials, limit entries, combine or cancel classes, and modify the
schedule, and to modify or cancel awards and/or make whatever changes are required by circumstances to the
competition specifications listed herein. Show Management reserves the right to cancel classes insufficiently
filled and to refuse or require withdrawal of an entry for cause deemed sufficient by Show Management.
Non-compete horses are allowed on grounds, if space is available. Owner must fill out entry form and pay
office and stall fees, but no USEF drug fee.
All horses must wear bridle numbers at all times when out of stall.
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Scores: It is the responsibility of the competitor to verify the accuracy of all scores. Scoring errors must be
reported to the Show Secretary within one hour of the official posting of the scores from the last class of the
show day during which the score was earned.
Freestyles/Music: The minimum score required to enter a freestyle class at any level for a horse/rider
combination is 60 percent. Competitors must submit a copy of a test at the highest level showing that the
required 60 percent was met in order to enter the Freestyle at that level. Music for all freestyles on CD must be
given to the show office upon check in to show office. Sound checks will be conducted Friday afternoon and/or
during the Saturday lunch break before or after dragging and after the last class Saturday. The times for sound
checks will be posted in the show office. Competitors are responsible to picking up their music before the end of
the show. Music left will not be mailed.
Opportunity Classes: Opportunity classes are intended for entry level riders. Horses and riders entered only
in “Opportunity” classes are exempt from USEF and USDF membership requirements, and do not have to pay
non-member (show pass) or HID fees. Riders and/or horses entered in “opportunity” classes may not cross
enter into other recognized classes at the show. Participants must abide by all USEF regulations pertaining to
attire, tack and equipment for the recognized show. Reference GR821 for additional information.
Opportunity Classes at HDS 2015 Recognized Shows will count towards 2015 HDS Schooling Show
Championship qualifying and HDS year-end Schooling Show Awards.
Pony Measurements: Show Management will notify Veterinarian and Technical Delegate of competitors
requiring Pony measurements. Ponies will be measured on Friday between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Additional
measurement times, if required, will be posted in the show office on Friday at 6:00 pm. All ponies competing
in pony classes that do not have a valid pony card must be measured prior to the first class shown.
Measurement requests must be received prior to the start of competition.
Stabling: Stalls are permanent, 10 x 10’ with solid walls and doors. Two bags of shavings are provided with
each stall. Additional bags may be purchased – must use facility shavings per contract – no outside shavings
permitted. Stall charts will be posted and check-in will start at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 5, 2015. Early arrivals
and late departures are only available by arrangement with Show Secretary at $45/night/stall. Cost applies to
horse stalls or tack stalls. Stalls must be vacated by 9:00 pm Sunday or the late departure fee paid.
There is a $50 penalty for switching horse stalls without notifying the Show Office in advance.
GSWEC will charge a $100 fine for anyone bringing in shavings from outside the facility.
No staples or nails are allowed to be affixed to any Great Southwest Equestrian Center Property with the
exception of stall cards. Individuals wishing to tape advertisements or flyers to the walls must first
obtain approval in writing from Great Southwest Equestrian Center. Such approval must be shown to
Show Management prior to display or the flyers will be removed.
THERE WILL BE NO SMOKING IN THE BARNS AND NEAR THE INDOOR WARM-UP ARENA.
DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS WILL BE PROVIDED.
Arenas/Footing/Warm-Up: All tests and warm-up will be ridden in covered arenas with sand/clay footing
mix. Competition arenas include up to three indoor arenas. The main indoor facility will have two dressage
arenas for non-Level 3 classes. The east arena will have one arena which complies with a Dressage Level 3
show for all Level 3 classes. Each arena is 20 x 60 meters. Para Equestrian classes may be ridden in a small
arena 20 x 40 meters, except for Grade III-IV Freestyles. Schedule for schooling will be posted at the show
grounds. Lunging will be permitted in Barn D warm-up and on the outside sand pad of Barn E only. Arenas
close at 9:00 pm.
Veterinarian: The veterinarian, Katy Equine (281) 391-8250, will be on call each show day. Phone numbers
and information will be posted at the show grounds and in the show secretary’s office.
Farrier: The farrier, Chris Guillory (713) 498-2428, will be on site each show day. Phone numbers and
information will be posted at the show grounds and in the show secretary’s office.
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Awards:
HDS Summer Shows I and II:
 Trophies will be presented for first place and ribbons will be presented for first through sixth
place. Qualifying classes will not be pinned separately.
 Champion High Point ribbon and trophy and a Reserve High Point Champion ribbon will be given
at each show in three divisions: Open, Amateur, and Junior at the National Levels combined
(Training Level through Fourth Level) and at the FEI Levels combined (Prix St. Georges, I-I, I-II, IA, IB
and Grand Prix) each day. Rider Tests, Freestyles, Opportunity Classes, Pas De Deux, Quadrille,
Introductory Level, Young Horse (4-6 yr old) and Equitation classes are not eligible. Riders must
collect their awards at the show. Awards will not be mailed afterwards.
 USDF Dover Adult Amateur medal class is 2nd Level Test 3 on both days. See additional Dover
Medal information included in prize list.
Concessions are available at show grounds. No cooking is allowed on the premises.
Dogs: Well-mannered dogs on leashes are welcome. Harris County leash law will be enforced.
Lodging:
 Holiday Inn Express (Official Show Hotel) 21010 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450 (on north
side feeder road at I-10 east of Mason Rd, I-10 exit 745) 281/392-1010 (3.5 miles from Great
Southwest Equestrian Center)
 Comfort Inn, 22025 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77450 (on south side feeder road at I-10 west
of Mason Rd, I-10 exit 745) 281/392-8700 (3 miles from Great Southwest Equestrian Center)
 LaQuinta Inn & Suites, 22455 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77450 Phone: (281) 392-9800 (on
south side feeder road at I-10 west of Mason Rd, I-10 exit 743) (4 miles from Great Southwest
Equestrian Center)
 Hampton Inn, 22055 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450 (on south side of feeder road at I-10 west
of Mason Road, I-10 exit 745) 281-392-1000 (3 miles from Great Southwest Equestrian Center)
 Home 2 Suites by Hilton. 20985 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77450. 281-398-3500,
www.houstonkaty.home2suites.com
Note: Houston Dressage Society (HDS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation recognized by the Internal
Revenue Service and the State of Texas. The club is dedicated to furthering the art of dressage through
education for its members and through conducting shows in order for its members to achieve their
goals.
ATTENTION COMPETITORS
Each competitor is responsible for supplying management with correct association numbers (USDF,
United States Equestrian Federation) for horse, owner, rider and trainer, before the day(s) of the
competition.
The scores of competitors who fail to supply correct numbers may not be counted toward national
awards.
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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.
Helmet Policy: Current USEF helmet policy will be strictly enforced.
Sharps Containers: Competition management shall place a minimum of one sharps container per each
competition, whether or not stabling is provided. Additionally, at least one sharps container per fifty occupied
stalls for the disposal of needles and other disposable sharp instruments in convenient locations in barns
housing competition horses. It is competition management’s responsibility to replace such containers when full
and dispose of them properly. Competition 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. If local law has different requirements, local law will prevail.
2015 Motorized Vehicle Statement
In accordance with GR1301.7:
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(s), legal guardian(s), 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 sanctions against the
parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include
exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s), and/or trainer(s) from the competition grounds for the remainder of the
competition and charges being filed against any of the above individuals in accordance with Chapter 6. Wheelchairs and
other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule.
2015 USEF MEMBERSHIP STATEMENT
Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular Competitions,
Eventing Competitions at the Preliminary Level or above and Combined Driving Competitions at the Advanced
Level, Dressage, Reining 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 $30 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 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.
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All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by the show management whose decision
shall be final.
Every horse entered for competition will comply with the rules of the horse show management, but management
will, in no case, be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur, and it shall be condition of entry that each
exhibitor shall hold this horse show and the officials and employees of the show blameless for any loss or accident
to his horse, employees, equipment, which may occur from sickness, fire or otherwise.
The management reserves the right to refuse, accept conditionally, or to cancel any entries, disqualify any riders or
exhibitors, prohibit entries and cancel award prizes without claims for damages; to cancel or combine unfilled
classes, or to reschedule classes after due notice to exhibitors; to change rings or rotate judges.
Exhibitors are notified that any act of discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or officials, on the part of the
owner, manager, rider, or groom shall disqualify the horse, and the owner shall forfeit his entry fee and other fees.
Show management reserves to itself the power to prohibit any person from attending or showing a horse in the
ring and to remove any groom or horse from the show without being liable for compensation.
No person will be allowed in the show ring during the time of judging except the exhibitor and those having official
or requested duties to perform.
It is the tradition of the show that riders be correctly attired for the class in question, that attendants be neatly
dressed and the horses properly presented. Management may in its discretion bar any person from entering the
ring if not suitable presented to appear before an audience.
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WARNING: UNDER TEXAS LAW (CHAPTER 87, CIVIL PRACTICE AND REMEDIES CODE),
AN EQUINE PROFESSIONAL IS NOT LIABLE FOR AN INJURY TO OR THE DEATH OF A
PARTICIPANT IN EQUINE ACTIVITIES RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISKS OF
EQUINE ACTIVITIES.
If the owner is owed a refund of $25 or less, the refund can be donated to the HDS Education Fund by checking
this line:____________
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