United States Eventing Association

Address: 1067 Old Sandwich Rd., Plymouth, MA 02360 From the North: Take Mass Route 3 south to exit 7 (old exit 3). Turn left off the exit. Take third right onto Old Sandwich Rd. Farm is 2 miles on the right. From the South: Take Mass Route 3 north to exit 3 (old exit 2). At end of ramp turn left. Then turn left onto route 3A north. Follow Route 3A north for approx. 2 miles. Turn left onto Old Sandwich Rd. Farm is approx 2 miles on your left.

Sat: Cross-country course open.-3 pm. Sun: Dressage- 7:30 am; Show Jumping-12 pm; Cross-Country immediately following. Wear XC attire to SJ. Entry Status and Times will be available on www.valinorfarm.com

TD: Ray Denis (MA) Judges: Pres: Carol Mayo (MA) Dressage Judges: Beth Beukema (MA); Susan Buchanan (MA) CD: X-C/SJ: X-C: John Williams (NY) SJ: Erin Risso (MA)

Available at www.valinorfarm.com

Please Enter ONLINE AT www.evententries.com or use XENTRY and pay with a credit card. Online entries must be paid before accepted. email signature page, waivers, health papers to [email protected] or use link to upload documents thru our website. OR (if you must) mail entry, paperwork and payment to: Robyn Risso, Event Secretary, Valinor Farm,1067 Old Sandwich Rd. Plymouth, MA 02360 phone (508) 224-3332, fax (508) 224-5683 email: [email protected] Please communicate by email. Draw checks to Valinor Farm. No paperwork or checks will be accepted the day of the event.

Org: Robyn Risso [email protected] Comp Management: Valinor Farm LLC.

Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to Valinor Farm or Enter and pay thru EventEntries or Xentry. Times will not be scheduled for unpaid entries. All fees must be paid and received by closing date or a $50 late fee will be assessed, strictly enforced. Entry: Horse Trials divisions M: $225; T/N/BN: $215.00; Starter $165.00. Horse Trials Competitors: USEA Starter/D&M and are not included as part of the entry fee, please add these to your entry fee. Starter Competitors: Starter entrants are exempt from USEA Starter/D&M fees and USEA membership/non-membership fees do not apply. Stabling:Very limited. $100.00 per night on grounds, permanent 10'x12' stalls with full sliding doors. Fees: $50 fee for entries accepted after close date, $25 fee for any incomplete entries after closing date - this includes signatures, coggins etc. Do not plan to bring your paperwork to the show. $25 fee for any changes to entry. Change of horse or rider requires a new Entry Form. Entries are not considered accepted until payment is received. Times will not be assigned for unpaid entries. Refunds: Before C.D -Less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D. Entry-Less $25 office fee ONLY if place can be filled from a wait list. $100 non transferable credit towards Valinor Farm 2022 Schooling Event for scratches after closing date if accompanied by a vet or doctor note, else no refund. Competition cancellation: only USEF/USEA fees refunded. USEA Starter/D&M Fees Refund Policy: The USEA Starter/D&M fees ($25), 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.

Entry fees include $25 non-refundable office fee. USEA and USEF fees are not included as part of the entry fee. ELECTRONIC ENTRIES ACCEPTED thru www.evententries.com or XENTRY. If space allows post-closing/late entries will be accepted with a $50 late fee. All fees must be paid in advance and all signatures and USEA/USEF numbers must be given to the secretary by closing date or a late fee will be owed. Please do not expect to deliver paperwork or pay entry and stabling fees on show day. Entries not paid by closing date are considered post entries and will be charged the $50 Late Fee. Times will not be assigned for unpaid entries. $25 charge for all incomplete/incorrect or changes to entry after close date, changes / scratches must be emailed. They can not be accepted by text or messenger or phone call. Please note: A change of horse or rider requires a new entry. Entries must included birth date, signatures, coggins, USEA #'s and payment to be complete. Double entries not accepted. USEA current membership (Junior Collegiate, Full or Life) and horse registration (Limited or Full) are required for all levels except Starter. Starter entrants are exempt from USEA membership/horse registration and the USEA Starter/D&M fees do not apply. Riders and owners at modified must send current copies of all USEF membership cards, or a USEF show pass fee will be charged. $25 fee for non-negotiable check. Negative Coggins required within 12 months for all horses. Refunds: Before C.D Less $25 non-refundable office fee; After C.D. Entry-Less $25 office fee ONLY if place can be filled from a wait list. $100 non transferable credit towards Valinor Farm 2022 Schooling Event for scratches after closing date if accompanied by a vet or doctor note, else no refund. Withdrawals and changes must be in writing, fax or email. No refunds on stabling after closing date. Competition cancellation-No refund. USEA/USEF starter fees and Drug & Medication fees shall be returned, within 30 days of the competition to any rider that withdraws prior to the start of the dressage test. Entry Status and Times will be available on www.valinorfarm.com Please contact us immediately if any entry information (division etc) is incorrect. 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.

Prizes & 8 ribbons per division. The Jockey Club's T.I.P (Thoroughbred Incentive Program) is sponsoring awards and prize money for the highest placing thoroughbred at each level and a ribbon for the second highest placing thoroughbred at each level. Eligible horses must provide T.I.P numbers to the event secretary with their entry. If you are competing a thoroughbred, be sure to register with the T.I.P. See this website for application and more information. www.tjctip.com

Very Limited. $100/stall/night on grounds. Permanent 10'x12' stalls with full sliding doors. Possibly more available off-grounds. Stabling form and payment must accompany entry. Competitors stabling overnight please refer to stabling information link on our website and plan to arrive between 3 and 8 pm. Please contact secretary if you need to arrive later. Bedding available for purchase, $10 per bag, please order with entry. Veterinarian: Black Pond Veterinary Services, (781) 659-7798. # will be posted on board inside barn.

The Blue Spruce 5 miles (508) 224-3990 mention Valinor Farm for a 10% discount, Hilton Garden Inn-8 mi., (508) 830-0200 mention Valinor farm for a 15% discount. Many others, Plymouth is a tourist town - book early! Camping: Not available on grounds. Several campgrounds nearby. Myles Standish State Forest 5 miles.

Test & arena sizes: M-2022 USEF Modified Test A-Sm. T-2022 USEF Training Test A-Sm. N-2022 USEF Novice Test A-Sm. BN-2022 USEF Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Starter-2022 USEA Starter Test A-Sm. Arenas and warm up: grass or sand.

Distances are approximate. M- 2200 m @ 490 mpm. T- 2000 m @ 420 mpm. N- 1600 m @ 350 mpm. BN- 1400 m @ 325 mpm. Starter- 1200 m @ 300mpm/max fence height 2'3". Starter course is a very simple introduction to the sport. All courses have water, ditches and terrain appropriate for the level. Starter has a water option. Courses run through open rolling fields and some wooded areas. Excellent footing on established turf. XC course is continuously expanding and updating. Please see our website www.valinorfarm.com for sample pictures of fences. Cross-country closed on June 15th. We will use paper numbers for pinnies. Competitors must provide their own pinny holders. NONE available to purchase on grounds!

Entry limit 125. Levels may be divided/combined as entries warrant; please state preferences under Eligible Section, provide experience and birth date on entry. Dogs must be leashed. No motorized vehicles allowed on X-Cty. Due to limited space non-competing horses are not allowed. Please contact organizer if you need to arrive for stabling after 8pm. Parking is limited, please write the size of your trailer on your entry form and trailer/carpool if possible. Water and food available on grounds. Volunteers greatly appreciated! IMPORTANT: We will use paper numbers for pinnies. Competitors must provide their own pinny holders. NONE available to purchase on grounds! All fees have to be paid in advance and all signatures and numbers have to be turned into the secretary by closing date or a late fee will be owed. Please do not expect to deliver paperwork or pay entry and stabling fees on show day. 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”.