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 September 7, 2022 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: Cross-country course open - 3:00 pm. Sat: Modified, Training, Novice, Beginner Novice, Starter Divisions:Dressage Start Between 8-9am, Stadium Scheduled Times Starting 9-10am with CC 20-30 minutes after Stadium.

TD: Dave Emmons (r) MI Judges: Pres: Deborah, Boeh, OH (R) Dressage Judges:Karen Hunchberger (r) MI, Dr. Ken Levy (r) IN CD:X-C:Cathy Wieschhoff KY (R), Randall PielemeierSJ:Cathy Wieschhoff (R), Randall Pielemeier, Michelle Newell

Fri: Cross-country course opens-3:00 pm. Sat: Modified, Training, Novice, Beginner Novice, Starter Divisions:Dressage Start Between 8-9am, Stadium Scheduled Times Starting 9-10am with CC 20-30 minutes after Stadium.

Kitty Pielemeier, Show Secretary, 79651 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI 49045 Email: [email protected]

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

Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to: Chardon Valley Horse Trial Entry:M,MT, T, N, BN: $240.00; Starter: $200.00.

Stabling:Off site $75 per night, shavings $8/bag. Include payment for stabling/shavings with entries. Permanent 10x10 stalls with doors.

Fill out stabling request with link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bwUBiaNFY-CfwBg6Q-ur7tptyU7gc3-Z7d27sHQ3xHs/viewform

Off Site at Cedar Lodge, 47000 52nd St. Lawrence, MI 49064, Amy Edwards Email: [email protected] or text (269) 539-0140;

Muck Fee: $na Refund Policy: Entry fee includes a $25 non-refundable office fee. Refunds requested in writing (email) 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. No refund on stall fee unless stall can be filled. USEA Starter/D&M Fee Refund Policy: The USEA Starter/D&M fee ($25), is 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: $40Entries will only be accepted IF time allows. Late entries accepted only upon approval. X Entry or Mail to Kitty Pielemeier, 79561 Stapleton, Decatur MI 49045 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. This includes division changes and change of horse or rider. 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. Stabling fees will not be refunded unless stall can be filled Event cancellation policy: Refunds will be mailed after competition expenses are covered. Double entrieswill not be accepted. 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.

Modified-2200 m @ 490 mpm , drop into water, banks, ditch, table, corner, chevrons, more combinations added. MT/Training.-2200 m @ 450 mpm jump water to water,, banks, ditch, table, corner, chevrons, more combinations added. Novice.-1900 m @ 350 mpm. water crossing, banks, ditch, tables. Beginner Novice-1700 m @ 300 mpm, water crossing, banks, drop, table. Starter–1700m @ 275 mpm, logs, roll top, tiny table, , no banks, water optional, max 2’3” . 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 Off Site: $75 per night, Stabling is limited, bedding available at additional cost, Permanent 10x10 Stalls with doors Fill out stabling request with link:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bwUBiaNFY-CfwBg6Q-ur7tptyU7gc3-Z7d27sHQ3xHs/viewform Off site Stabling at Cedar Lodge, 47000 52nd St., Lawrence, MI 49064, Owner: Amy Edwards Email: [email protected] or cell: (269) 539-0140 Feel free to contact Amy with any other questions regarding accommodations such as camping, etc. Veterinarian: Dr. Matt Randolf, DVM (574)633-2146. Farrier:Lindsay B (Lakeshore Forge and Farrier) 616 298 4119 Will be on site for the day.

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M/MT- 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 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 for Dressage.

Modified-2200 m @ 490 mpm , drop into water, banks, ditch, table, corner, chevrons, more combinations added. MT/Training.-2200 m @ 450 mpm jump water to water,, banks, ditch, table, corner, chevrons, more combinations added. Novice.-1900 m @ 350 mpm. water crossing, banks, ditch, tables. Beginner Novice-1700 m @ 300 mpm, water crossing, banks, drop, table. Starter–1700m @ 275 mpm, logs, roll top, tiny table, , no banks, water optional, max 2’3” . 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. Numbers 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 and Saturday. Negative Coggins dated January 1, 2022 to present must accompany all entries. We will be utilizing StartBox Scoring throughout this event. Scores will be available online during this event. 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/# 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.”