United States Eventing Association

From I-94, take Decatur/Dowagiac exit to M51 South (turn right towards Decatur/Dowagiac). Approximately 3 miles, turn right (west) on 76th Ave. Chardon Valley is approximately 1 mile west on the left. Look for white fencing and stabling, with green barn set well off the road. Follow signs for parking. Chardon Valley Farm 44767 76th Ave, Decatur, MI 49045

Tentative ride times will be available online no later than September4, 2019 at useventing.com and www.eventingmighigan.org. Schedules will also be available at eventingscores.com. Schedules are subject to change after this posted date. Fri:Stabling opens at 11:00 am. Cross-country course open - 3:00 pm. Sat: Dressage will start no earlier than 8:00 am Saturday morning, 9/7/2019. Cross-country will tentatively start no earlier than 9:30 am Saturday morning, 9/7/2018. Competitor/Volunteer/Sponsor Party Saturday after completion of cross country (Competitors free,Non-Competitors$10.00 per person, to be paid at time of entry. Pulled Pork, Salads, Sides, Desert and Beverage Included). Sun: Show Jumping will start no earlier than 9:00 am Sunday morning, 9/8/2019.

TD: Deborah Boeh, OH (R) Judges: Pres: Cheryl Connell Marsh MI (R) Dressage Judges: Cheryl Connell Marsh MI (R), Karen Hunchberger, MI (r) CD:X-C:Randall PielemeierSJ: Randall Pielemeier & Michelle Newell

Fri: Cross-country course opens-3:00 pm. Sat: Dressage-8 am; Cross-country-10:00 am. Sun: Show Jumping-9:00 am.

Chardon Valley Horse Trials Attn: Kitty Pielemeier 79561 Stapleton Road Decatur, MI 49045 (269) 462-1845 email: [email protected] Draw checks to: Chardon Valley Horse Trial

Org: Randall Pielemeier,79561 Stapleton Rd., Decatur, MI 49045, (269) 462-1850

Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to: Chardon Valley Horse Trial Entry:PT, T, N, BN: $120.00; Starter: $90.00. (Entry Fee includes admission to competitors party at the conclusion of Cross Country Saturday evening, all others $10 each, please pay for additions to your party in advance so we can plan for enough food. Pulled pork, sides, desert, drinks included) Stabling:$180.00 Showing off trailer: $60 (All horses must have a stall if staying over night. No horses allowed at the trailer overnight). Bagged bedding (shavings):$8 a bag Muck Fee: $30.00 separate check from entries: to be refunded by tearing up check at end of weekend unless stall requires cleaning by organization. Competitor Party: $10.00/person non-competitor admission fee (competitor admission included in entry). Refund Policy: Entry fee includes a $25 non-refundable office fee. Refunds requested in writing before the closing date will be refunded in full (minus the $25 office fee). Refunds will be granted after closing date only if place can be filled from wait list, no exceptions. All refund requests must be in writing, emails are acceptable. USEA Starter and D&M Fees Refund Policy: The USEA Starter and D&M fees ($21), are not subjected to office fees, and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not start the dressage test. (Starter Division not to pay the USEA Starter and D&M fees) Event cancellation policy: Refunds will be mailed after competition expenses are covered.

All entries include a $25 non-refundable office fee. Late fees: $30Entries will only be accepted IF time allows. Late entries accepted only upon approval. X-Entries must mail entries, Coggins, Release Form and payment (if not paid online) postmarked no later that two days after the online submission. **If entries are not paid in full by the closing date, entry will be discarded unless further arrangements are made.** Changes to entries: $25 fee will be charged for Each change requested after closing date. Change requests must be emailed to show secretary for proof of request. Refund Policy: Entry fee includes a $25 non-refundable office fee. Refunds requested in writing before the closing date will be refunded in full (minus the $25 office fee). Refunds will be granted after closing date only if place can be filled from wait list, no exceptions. All refund requests must be in writing, emails are acceptable. Event cancellation policy: Refunds will be mailed after competition expenses are covered. Double entrieswill not be accepted.

PT/Training.-2600 m @ 420 mpm 2 waters, jump out of water, drop into water, banks, trakehner, ditch, table, more combinations added. Novice.-1800 m @ 350mpm., water crossing, banks, ditch, table, trakehner. Beginner Novice-1800 m @ 300 mpm, water crossing optional, banks, table. Starter–1300m @ 275 mpm, mostly plain logs, no banks, water optional, max 2’3” several new fences on starter. Terrain: banks appropriate for level, on all courses. X-C course flat and openwith short paths thru woods, questions fair and strait forward appropriate at all levels. Good footing in any weather, much of course tiled for drainage. Show Jumping and warm-up on Grass. Cross-country course closed 2 weeks prior to the start of the competition.

Lazer Scribes Stone Plaques for each division winners, Ribbons to 8th place in each division.

Stabling: 10x10 Portable stabling in tents provided by American Stall Rental, Marshall, Michigan. Stall doors provided. Bagged bedding (bagged shavings) available for purchase $8/bag. Veterinarian: Dr. Matt Randolf, DVM (574)633-2146. Farrier:Brian Evans CF APF (269)312-3545. Vet and Farrier information will be posted at the show office.

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PT-2018 USEF Preliminary Test A-Sm. T-2018 USEF Training Test A-Sm. N-2018 USEF Novice Test A-Sm. BN-2018 USEF Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Starter-2018 USEF Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Sand Dressage rings, crowned for excellent draining with PVC dressage ring. Grass warm up areas and Large indoor arena available for schooling on Saturday for Dressage.

PT/Training.-2600 m @ 420 mpm 2 waters, jump out of water, drop into water, banks, trakehner, ditch, table, more combinations added. Novice.-1800 m @ 350mpm., water crossing, banks, ditch, table, trakehner. Beginner Novice-1800 m @ 300 mpm, water crossing optional, banks, table. Starter–1300m @ 275 mpm, mostly plain logs, no banks, water optional, max 2’3” several new fences on starter. Terrain: banks appropriate for level, on all courses. X-C course flat and openwith short paths thru woods, questions fair and strait forward appropriate at all levels. Good footing in any weather, much of course tiled for drainage. Show Jumping and warm-up on Grass. Cross-country course closed 2 weeks prior to the start of the competition.

Pinny holders required. Paper and Bridle numbers will be provided. Cross-country course closed 2 weeks prior to the start of the competition. Concessions will be available Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday. Negative Coggins dated January 1, 2019 to present must accompany all entries. We will be utilizing StartBox Scoring throughout this event. Scores will be available online during this event. New pedestrian gates and wash area will be available for this event. Personal cars to be parked in designated areas. Golf Carts can be rented from Montery Pines Golf Carts 269-793-2277 or Golf Carts Plus 269-685-6828. Check us out on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ChardonValleyHorseTrials/#