United States Eventing Association

Competition Address:457 Kingsboro Road, Hamilton, GA 31811 Traveling Tips: Do not take “Alt. US Hwy. 27” (you may never get here). Some Internet mapping sites may route you to Lynn Dr. – do not turn here (dead end road with limited turnaround). If approaching from the south, do not take US Hwy 27 through Columbus (too many traffic lights). From North: I-85 south to exit #21, I-185 south. Exit #42, US 27 south (left). 21.7 miles to right at Kingsboro Rd. (just past Mulberry Creek). Follow Kingsboro Rd. to end. Farm entrance ahead. From South: I-185 north, Exit #12, Williams Rd., east (right). Straight thru stop sign, cross RR to traffic light, then north (left) on Veterans Pkwy. 12.0 mi. to left at Kingsboro Rd. (pass farm main entrance), then as above. From East & West: US 80 to Veterans Pkwy./US 27 (exit 4) north, then as above.

Friday: Cross-Country courses open-3 pm. Saturday:Dressage - 8 am; Cross-country - 10am Sunday: Show Jumping-8 am

TD: Gale D'Amanda-Fox, NY Judges: Pres: Cindy DePorter, NC Dressage Judges:Meris Greges, AL; Beth Barritt, FL CD: X-C:Morgan Rowsell, NJ SJ: Jan Brodkin, FL

Available October 5th at www.poplarplacefarm.com. Stabling and RV charts will also be available on the website.

Enter On-Line: www.evententries.com (credit cards accepted). Mailsignatures, copy of Coggins & check(s) to Secretary. OR Send Entries To: Hannah Stocker, Secretary c/o AMS P.O. Box 1647 Laurel, MS 39441 [email protected] Cell: (228) 860-2458 -- also during competition.Fax: (601) 426-9984 Draw checks to Poplar Place Farm, LLC

Organizer: Shelley Page Email: [email protected]. Mobile: (352) 266-3970 Co-Organizer: Morgan Vaughn Email: [email protected]. Mobile: (504) 512-0124 Competition Management: Poplar Place Farm, LLC

Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to Poplar Place Farm, LLC.US funds only. We accept most major credit cards. Horse Trials Entry Fees: I: $250. IP/P/M: $225.PT/T/TN/N/BN: $200.Starter/Intro: $175. Stabling: $225 for Friday - Sunday which included one bag of shavings. Additional nights: $35/night based on availability. Pre-ordered shavings are $8/bag, otherwise $10/bag. Tack Stalls: $225 - based on availability. Stall deposit: $50.00 - Separate check or on credit card. Grounds fee: $50.00 Non-stabled (ship-in) horses and/or non-competing horses.

Camping:$50/night for all RV hook-ups! We have 15 - 50/30-amp spots, and 30 - 110 hook-up spots available. Limited spaces, please specify electric needs. First come, first serve! Please specify electrical hook-up needs. No hook-ups allowed from the barn. Starter and Intro riders are exempt from USEA membership and horse registration, and USEA Starter/D&M/COVID Fees do not apply.

Refunds: Less $25 non-refundable office fee. Withdrawals MUST be emailed or faxed on or before the closing date. No refunds after closing date.

Competition cancellation-Partial credit.

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.

Please check Website (www.poplarplacefarm.com) for updates & additional information. USEAcurrent membership(Junior, Collegiate, Full, or Life) and horse registration (Limited or Full) are required at all levels. Entries are accepted when received. Priority is based on “postmark date"(date on envelope or online submission date).Payment is due when entry submitted. If payment is not submitted with entry, payment must be received within 7 days or the “postmark date"may be changed to reflect the date the payment is postmarked. Entry fees include a $25 non-refundable office fee and $5 COVID-19 Recovery Fee. Double entries: Not accepted. Starter & Introare exempt from USEA membership/horse registration, and the USEA Starter/D&M/COVID Fees do not apply. XC pinny holder required. $50 stall stripping deposit: On separate check or on credit card and is required with entry. Returned checks - $40 fee. Late Fee:Entry postmarked after C.D. - $50 fee. Refunds:On or before closing date, refunds will be less $25 non-refundable office fee. Withdrawals MUST be in writing via email or fax. Competition cancellation-Partial credit. Copy of negative Coggins within 12 months required for all horses &mustaccompany entry. Entry Status: Go towww.poplarplacefarm.com for entry status. Ride Times:Will be posted at www.poplarplacefarm.com. 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.

Horse Trials XC: I: 3,500m @ 550mpm.IP/P:3,120m @ 520mpm.M: 3,000m @ 470mpm.PT/T:2,600m @ 450mpm.TN/N:2,200m @ 375mpm.BN:2,000m @ 325mpm.Starter:1,200m @ 300mpm with jumps not to exceed 2'6".Intro:1,000m @ 300mpm with jumps not to exceed 12".

All courses:Rolling terrain, and courses are average for horses with some experience at these levels. Cross-country course closed September 27.

8 Ribbons per Divison. Thoroughbred Incentive Program Awards for each level.

Stabling:$225/stall Friday - Sunday and includes initial bag of shavings. Additional nights-$35/stall. 224 permanent stalls (10’ x 12’). Stall doors provided. $50 stall stripping deposit requited and must be included with entry on separate check on credit card. Tack stalls:$225 - available only after all horses have been assigned a stall. No stabling changes without the permission of secretary or $50 fine. Grounds fee:for non-stabled and non-competing horses $50 for entire event. Shavings:PLEASE PRE_ORDER!!!!!!!Pre-ordered shavings are $8/bag, otherwise $10/bag.
Veterinarian/Farrier:Dr. Rachel Burlton, DVM(706) 663-2128. Farrier: Brian McElwee (706) 681-1108. These numbers will also be posted on the stall cards and on the official scoreboard.

Columbus: Hampton Inn North - 12 miles (706) 256-2222. Tell them you are competing at Poplar Place for special horse show rate. On-siteCamping:$50/night for all RV hook-ups! We have 50/30-amp, and 110 hook-ups available. Limited spaces, please specify electric needs. First come, first serve! No hook-ups allowed from the barn.

Horse Trials Dressage:I/IP: 2018 USEF Intermediate Test A-Std. P/PT: 2018 USEF Preliminary Test A-Sm. M: 2018 USEF Modified A-Sm.T/TN: 2018 USEF Training Test A-Sm. N: 2018 USEF Novice Test A-Sm. BN: 2018 USEF Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Starter: 2019 USDF Intro Test C-Sm. Intro: 2019 USDF Intro Test B.

BRAND NEW all-weather footing in all arenas. If entries warrant, some lower levels may be on grass rings.

Horse Trials XC: I: 3,500m @ 550mpm.IP/P:3,120m @ 520mpm.M: 3,000m @ 470mpm.PT/T:2,600m @ 450mpm.TN/N:2,200m @ 375mpm.BN:2,000m @ 325mpm.Starter:1,200m @ 300mpm with jumps not to exceed 2'6".Intro:1,000m @ 300mpm with jumps not to exceed 12".

All courses:Rolling terrain, and courses are average for horses with some experience at these levels. Cross-country course closed September 27.

COVID-19 STATEMENT:Poplar Place Farm, the US Equestrian Federation and the United States Eventing Association are dedicated to ensuring the safety and welfare of horses and all participants. As we begin to navigate the “new normal” at USEF competitions and events, we have centralized the requirements and recommendations from public health experts that will be in effect at USEF competitions. While there is no way to eliminate all risks related to COVID-19, the following requirements and recommendations are aimed to decrease the risk of COVID-19 infection. These requirements and recommendations are intended to ensure USEF organizers and participants are following the most recent guidance from federal, state, and other public health officials. As that guidance continues to change, the content of this action plan will be modified to reflect those changes. These requirements and recommendations for operating USEF-licensed competitions are in effect immediately and until further notice, however, they are subject to modification as the guidance from the government and public health officials’ changes. We are all in this together and the situation requires that each and every one of us take personal responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of ourselves, our family members, and our colleagues and peers in the competition environment. Whether participant, competition organizer and staff, or vendor and support personnel, we each need to exercise caution, take precautionary measures, be accountable, and utilize good judgement at all times while interacting with one another at competitions. Click here for full USEF COVID-19 Action Plan for Licensed Competitions :https://www.usef.org/forms-pubs/XhKGVYiiwTA/usef-covid-19-action-plan-for-operating Cross-country course closed September 27th. Levels may be divided/combined as entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry. Food concession on grounds – open early for breakfast. Dogs are welcome, but MUST be leashed during competition. If caught loose, $25 fine. No motorized vehicles allowed on XC courses.

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.”