Rocking Horse December H.T.
Event Info
USEA Event ID: 18915
Event Date: Dec 6 - 7, 2025
Open Date: Oct 21 | Close Date: Nov 18
Location: Altoona, 44200 S.R. 19 N, FL 32702 (AREA 3)
Directions
Address:44200 State Road 19, Altoona, FL 32702
From North of Ocala:Rte 40 east for approx 35 miles to Hwy 19 south. Take Hwy 19 south for 15 miles farm is on the left. From North of Jacksonville: I-95 south to I-295 south to Exit 3 (Orange Park) to right on Hwy 17 to Palatka. Right on Hwy 19 south, when you cross Hwy 40 (staying on Hwy 19) farm is 15 mi. on left. All stabling, please use Lake Dorr Road, first left after main entrance of farm.
From Orlando Airport:Beeline Expressway (Hwy 528) west (towards Orlando) to Florida Turnpike north (towards Ocala) to Hwy 429 north (towards Apopka) to Hwy 441 north (towards Mt. Dora) to Hwy 19 north in Eustis. Farm on right, 18 miles.
ALL STABLING USE LAKE DORR LOWER ENTRANCE.
ALL SHIP IN USE MAIN SR 19 ENTRANCE.
Divisions
USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: T,TJr-Rider,TSr-Rider,N,NJr-Rider,NSr-Rider,BN
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,P,PR,M,MR
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,P,PR,M,MR
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter
Tentative Schedule
Fri:Cross-Country course opens at 3:00 p.m.
Sat:Dressage-8:00 am; Show Jumping-10:00 a.m.
Sun: Cross-country-8:30 a.m.
Event Officials
Technical Delegate:Ashley Johnson, FL
President:Peter Gray, FL
Dressage Judges:Peter Gray, FL; Cheryl Holekamp, FL; Jessica McTaggart, FL
Show Jumping Judge:Emily Holmes, FL
Course Design: Cross Country: Morgan Rowsell, NJ Show Jumping: Jan Brodkin, FL
Starting Times
Available December 4. Check website: www.rockinghorseeventing.com . Times will not be mailed. Times will be emailed to competitors
Entry Information
Rick Dunkerton,
C/O AMS
P.O. Box 1647
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 498-3330
Fax:(601) 426-9984
[email protected]
Register online at: www.evententries.com. Visa/MC, Discover, AmEx & checks accepted.
Entries paid by credit card will only be accepted through EventEntries.
Draw checks to:Rocking Horse Stables.
Organizer
Organizers:
Allison Thomas
P.O. Box 416; Altoona, FL 32702
Phone:(352) 669-9982;Fax:(352) 669-7689
[email protected]
www.rockinghorseeventing.com
Fees
Checks: Rocking Horse Stables. (NO CANADIAN CHECKS)
Credit Cards: Payments through EventEntries only.They accept most major credit cards.
Entry: I: $265 P: $255 M: $245 T: $235 N: $225 BN: $220 S: $215
Stabling: $150 for duration of event, Friday - Sunday. Each additional night is $50.00. Stall comes with 1 bag of shavings.
Overnight Camping and RV Hook Ups:. Tent or Horse Trailer Overnight Camping $25.00/night. RV Hookups $50.00/night. All spots are first come first serve basis and reservations must be made on our website: https://rockinghorseeventing.com/rv-hook-up-reservations/
NO PADDOCKS
Ship-in: $50.00/weekend
Shavings: $8.00/bag
Refunds: Before closing date, less $25.00 non-refundable office fee; withdrawals will not be honored unless faxed, emailed or mailed on or before closing date. NO PHONE WITHDRAWALS WILL BE ACCEPTED. After closing date, refund only if there is a waiting list. Ship-in fees refunded. Stabling fee refunded if stall is filled.
ANY SCRATCHES BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE WILL BE REFUNDED VIA CREDIT CARD WITHIN 1 WEEK IF ENTERED THROUGH EVENT ENTRIES.
Entries
Checks: Rocking Horse Stables. (NO CANADIAN CHECKS)
Credit Cards: Payments through EventEntries only.They accept most major credit cards. Enter electronically through Event Entries and NO CREDIT CARD FEES! ANY SCRATCHES BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE WILL BE REFUNDED VIA CREDIT CARD WITHIN 1 WEEK IF ENTERED THROUGH EVENT ENTRIES.
Entries include a $25 non-refundable office fee. Faxed entries WILL NOT be accepted. Double entries not accepted.
USEA current membership (Junior, Collegiate, Full or Life) and horse registration (limited for T, N, BN or Full) are required at all levels. USEA Starter/D&M Fee Refund Policy: The USEA Starter/D&M fee ($35) 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.
Pinny/Pinnie/Apron Number Holders: required for all riders and must be worn for all (3) Phases - no exceptions.
Bridle Tags: Must be worn by all horses at all times on grounds.
Non Compete Horses: not allowed on grounds. Only horses entered in the competition are permitted on grounds.
Changes made to an entry after C.D. will be subject to a $25 processing fee. No changes to entry starting Tuesday before the event.
Late entries (if space allows) will be subject to a $50 late fee. Competition Cancellation-no refund.
Copy of current negative Coggins within 12 months must accompany entry. 30 day health certificate required at the Florida State line.
PLEASE include a winter address and email on your entry form.
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.
Awards
1st place: Selection of prizes in all divisions.
8 ribbons per division.
T.I.P. Awards High Point and Reserve ribbons and prizes per division.
Stabling/Veterinarian
Permanent Wooden 10 x 10 or 12 x 12 Stalls with Permanent Doors.
$150.00 for duration of event, Friday - Sunday.
Early arrival or late departure stalls will be an additional $50.00 per night/day.
Each stall comes with 1 bag of shavings.
Stalls must be cleaned prior to leaving (no manure, urine, or hay), NO CARDBOARD SHAVINGS/STRAW.
104 permanent stalls on grounds.
$50.00 ship in fee for duration of event.
Feed/hay available for purchase ½ mile away from show grounds at Dan's Feed Store.
Veterinarian: Dr. Ellis Traywick 804-305-0311. On site 8 AM-5PM
Farrier: Kori Agin-Batten 480-524-4300. On site 8 AM-5PM
Sharps containers: Conveniently located in all barns on competition grounds.
Accommodations
Hotels:
Best Western Plus Lake County Inn & Suites, 1380 E Burleigh Blvd Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 253-2378
Comfort Inn & Suites Tavares North, 1380 E Burleigh Blvd, Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 253-2378
Fox Den Country Inn, 27 S. Central Ave Umatilla, FL 32784 (352) 669-2151
Hampton Inn Mount Dora, 19700 US-441, Mt Dora, FL 32757 (352) 383-4267
Key West Resort on Lake Dora, 199 W Ruby St, Tavares, FL 32778 (352) 508-5344
Quality Inn & Suites,16630 US-441, Mt Dora, FL 32757 (352) 383-3400
RVs, Horse Trailer and Tent Camping:
Rocking Horse Stables RV Spots: http://www.rockinghorseeventing.com/rv-hook-up-reservations/
Fiddlers Green RV Ranch, 42725 W Altoona Rd, Altoona, FL 32702 (352) 669-7111
Golf Cart Rentals:
Custom Carts of Sarasota, LLC
Zach Buck 941-799-1770
[email protected]
Dressage
Test & arena sizes:
I -2026 USEF Intermediate Test A Standard
P -2026 USEF Preliminary Test A Small
M -2026 USEF Modified Test A Small
T -2026 USEA Training Test A Small
N -2026 USEA Novice Test A Small
BN -2026 USEA Beginner Novice Test A Small
S -2026 USEA Starter Test A Small
Arenas:Clay/sand/fiber mix. Grass rings if needed. Grass Warm Up.
Cross-Country
I3575m @550 mpm.
P3120m @ 520 mpm.
M3000m @ 490 mpm.
T2600m @ 470 mpm.
N2200 m @ 400 mpm.
BN2000 m @ 350 mpm.
S1400 m @ 300 mpm.
All courses: Flat terrain, medium difficulty for all levels. Participants should expect a course which includes water, banks, ditches, and suitable combinations.
Cross-country course closed Saturday, November 22.
Other Information
Cross-country course closes on Saturday, November 22.
Levels may be further divided/combined as entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry.
No stabling changes without permission of secretary or $50 fine.
Food vendor on grounds.
Dogs MUST be leashed AT ALL TIMES with something or someone attached to the leash. If caught loose a $50 fine.
No unauthorized cars on course.
No motorized vehicles, electric bicycles or golf carts permitted on course while cross country is running.
Returned checks will have a $50.00 returned check fee in addition to the bank fee.
No Canadian checks.
No cardboard shavings/straw.
No loud generators.
Shavings $8/bag.
Ice $3/bag.
No campfires.
Arenas are NOT open for schooling at any time.
Show Jumping Arena 250' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Show Jumping Warm Up Arena 240' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Look for updates prior to the show on EVENT ENTRIES SHOW CENTER OR RHS FACEBOOK PAGE.
SUBCHAPTER EV-9 DRESS
1. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR.
a. At Federation licensed and endorsed Events, Athletes 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. The harness must be secured and properly fitted. See GR801.
“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.”