United States Eventing Association

Address: 2096 Back River Rd., S. Royalton, VT 05068From I‑89: Exit 3. Left off ramp to Rt. 107 ‑ 1/4 mile to Rt. 14. Turn right on Rt. 14 South. Turn right onto Royalton Hill Rd. Fox Stand, downhill, cross RR tracks & bridge & immediately turn left. Go 1 mile; becomes a dirt road. Turn left onto Back River Road. Go 1 mile; HPF on left.

Fri: Cross‑country course open-3 pm. Sat: Dressage (OP/OT/ON/BN)-8 am; Cross‑country 12 pm; Show Jumping immediately follows cross country round, wear XC attire.

TD: Mary Hutchins, VT Judges: Pres:Jane Cory, PA Dressage Judge: Margie Hutchison, NY CD:XC/SJ: Janice McClain, VT

Posted on www.area1usea.org, www.startboxscoring.comand at www.hitchingpostfarm.com.

Blue Horse Entries is our preferred method of entering. www.bluehorseentries.com or mail to Laurie Hudson, Secretary, 2096 Back River Rd., South Royalton, VT 05068 [email protected]. PLEASE make all inquiries via email or by phone or text at 802-356-2874. Draw checks to Hitching Post Farm.

Org: Laurie Hudson, (same as above). Comp Mngmnt: Laurie Hudson and Hitching Post Farm.

Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to Hitching Post Farm. Entry: All divisions: $200 per division. 8 Ribbons, prizes sponsored by Strafford Saddlery Refunds: Before C.D.-Less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D.-Entry/Stabling-No refund. All refunds must be requested via email. 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 ($50), 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.

All entry fees include a $25 non-refundable office fee. $20 change fee -changes must be emailed. USEA current membership (Junior, Collegiate, Full or Live) and horse registration (Limited or Full) are required at all levels. Pinney holders required.Refunds: Before C.D.-Less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D.-Entry/Stabling-No refund. All refunds must be requested via email. Competition cancellation-No refund. Neg. Coggins required for all horses within 12 months; must accompany entry. 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.

P‑2200 m @ 520 mpm. M-2200 m @ 490 mom.T‑2000 m @ 420 mpm. N-1600 m @ 350 mpm. BN‑1400m @ 325 mpm. All courses: Friendly move up courses at all levels, however hilly terrain does offer challenges.Cross‑country course closed October 1.

Prizes & 8 ribbons per division.

Veterinarian: Dr. Sarah Murawski, DVM. Please email Laurie for stabling options.

Please refer to Hitching Post Farm website for accommodations. www.hitchingpostfarm.com Many of our friends offering stabling are also offering rooms. Let me know if you need any information. Also look in the White River/ Lebanon, NH area for larger hotels. 25-30 minutes, lots of restaurants, shopping.

Test & arena sizes: P-2018 USEF Preliminary Test A-Sm. M-2018 USE Modified 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. Arenas: Sand Warm‑Up: Grass.

P‑2200 m @ 520 mpm. M-2200 m @ 490 mom.T‑2000 m @ 420 mpm. N-1600 m @ 350 mpm. BN‑1400m @ 325 mpm. All courses: Friendly move up courses at all levels, however hilly terrain does offer challenges.Cross‑country course closed October 1.

All dogs must be on leashes. Levels may be further divided/combined if entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry. Excellent food 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.”