United States Eventing Association

From Denver & points North: I‑25 South to C‑470 West. Exit Santa Fe Drive (Rte. 85). Turn South (left) at top of off-ramp. 1.5 miles to Spring Gulch Equestrian Area on east side of highway, across from George T. Sanders Co. Pass through orange gates. $5 parks use fee will be charged per day.

Fri: Cross‑country course open-3 PM. Sat: Dressage-8am followed by Show Jumping then Cross Country Sun: Dressage-8am followed by Show Jumping then Cross Country

TD: LeslieThrekeld, NC Judges: Pres:Kimmy Steinbuch, NC; Dressage Judge:Sharon Sarchett, CO CD:X-C/SJ:Andy Bowles, TX

Will be posted on the website springgulchhorsetrials.comby Wednesday of the event.

Heather Petersen, Entry Secretary 22750 County Rd 37 Elbert, CO 80106 Communication via email is preferred: [email protected] Phone: (303) 648-3164 Draw checks to MSEA/CCC.

Org:Andy Bowles, [email protected]; (415)533-3572 Volunteer Coordinator: Carol Jones, [email protected], 720.346.4478 - email preferred contact.

Entry Fees for P/T/N/BN: $215.00; Intro (Elem): $190.00. All applicable USEF/USEA fees (see 2021 entry form). Entrant must provide USEF and/or USEA member and horse registration numbers. All mandatory signature lines must be signed with original signatures or electronic signatures. Entrant must use 2021 USEA Entry Form. Intro competitors are exempt from USEA membership and non-membership fees and USEA Starter/D&M and COVID-19 Recovery fees do not apply. Draw checks to MSEA/CCC. Payments accepted via PAYPAL. Use [email protected] and add $5. No Stabling is offered for this event. Refunds: Before C.D.-Less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D.- Less $50 ONLY if place can be filled from waiting list. Otherwise, no refund. Please notify sec'y by email or phone. Competition cancellation-No refund. USEA Starter/D&M Fees and COVID-19 Recovery Fee Refund Policy: The USEA Starter/D&M fees ($25) and COVID-19 Recovery fee ($5), 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.

The $215 entry fee includes the $25 non-refundable office fee. Double entries: Accepted USEAcurrent membership(Junior, Collegiate, Full, or Life) and horse registration (Limited or Full) are required at all levels, except Intro. Intro participants are exempt from USEA membership and the USEA Starter/D&M and COVID-19 Recovery fees do not apply. Refunds: Before C.D.-Less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D.- Less $50 ONLY if place can be filled from waiting list. Otherwise, no refund. Please notify sec'y by email or phone. Competition cancellation-No refund. Proof of Neg. Coggins within 12 months and Health Certificate required for out‑of‑state horses only. Late entries accepted if space permits with $30 late entry fee. Payments accepted via PAYPAL. Use [email protected] and add $5. Electronic Entries accepted via evententries.com and Xentries system. Reminder: All USEF Life and Senior Active members, as well as participants who have regular contact with minor athletes, are required to comply with the U.S. Center for SafeSport training requirement, to be eligible to participate in the competition. All participants must adhere to the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code, USEF Safe Sport Policy, and the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies. More information about these can be found at www.usef.org.

Ribbons to 8th place per division. Special Prizes for all division winners.

No Stabling is offered for this event. Veterinarian: On site during competition only. # will be posted in sec'y's office. Farrier's hours posted on grounds during show, otherwise on call.

Comfort Suites Castle Rock (303) 814-9999. Hampton Inn, (303) 989-6900. Residence Inn by Marriott (303) 683-5500. Fairfield Inn (303) 290-6700. Hotels are within 10-15 minutes of Spring Gulch Equestrian Area. Camping: Chatfield State Park, (800) 678-2267.

Test & arena sizes: OP-2018 USEF Preliminary Test A-Sm. OT-2018 USEF Training Test A-Sm. ON-2018 USEF Novice Test A-Sm. OBN-2018 USEF Beginner Novice Test B-Sm. Intro (Elem)-2018 USEF Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Arenas: Sand.

Cross Country will be on the far side of the gulch only. P-2400 m @ 520 mpm. T-2200 m @ 425 mpm. N-2000 m @ 375 mpm. BN-1800 m @ 325 mpm; 14‑16 jumps, max. Intro (Elem)-1600m @ 300 mpm. Terrain: Rolling hills with sandy footing. All courses: Will be suitable for the time of the year and will NOT go through the gulch. New Water on course for all divisions. Cross‑country course closed May 16.

Cross‑country course closed May 16. No one may ride any horse, walk or otherwise view the cross-country course. Levels may be divided/combined if entries warrant; state preferences under Eligible Section and birth date on entry. If experience level not completed, higher will be assumed. Concession on grounds - taco truck. No horse may be ridden on dam. Dogs must be leashed; $50 fine will be assessed to owners of unleashed or troublesome dogs. Highlands Ranch Metro District Rules: Currently $5/vehicle parking fee will be charged. USEA Medical card/armband must be worn; limited supply for sale on grounds. EV114 Dress 1. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR. a. At all levels of eventing competition, from beginner novice through advanced, at Federation Endorsed competitions and recognized competitions, riders must wear headgear as follows, except as may otherwise be mandated by local law (see also GR801): b. Upon arrival, anyone riding a horse must wear properly fitting protective headgear which passes or surpasses ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. Harness must be secured and properly fitted. “Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF rulebook will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith”.