Rocking Horse Winter III H.T.
Event Info
USEA Event ID: 18936
Event Date: Feb 26 - Mar 1, 2026
Open Date: Jan 13 | Close Date: Feb 10
Location: Altoona, 44200 S.R. 19 N, FL 32702 (AREA 3)
Directions
Address: 44200 S.R. 19N, Altoona, FL 32702.
From Ocala: Rte 40 east approx. 50 miles to S.R.. 19. Take S.R. 19 south approx. 15 miles, farm will be on the left.
From North of Jacksonville: I-95 South to I-295 South to Orange Park exit (Hwy 17). Turn right on Hwy 17 and go to Palatka, turn south onto S.R. 19 just before Palatka. Go approx. 40 miles, cross over Hwy 40, go another 15 miles, farm on the left.
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 S.R. 19 north in Eustis. Farm on right, 18 miles.
Divisions
USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: T,TH,TR,N,NH,NR,BN,BNR
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,IR,P,PH,PR,M,MR
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,IR,P,PH,PR,M,MR
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter
Tentative Schedule
Wed:Cross-country course opens at 3:00 p.m.
Note: OI, OP, OM, OT, ON riders who want to run a 1 day will be scheduled on Thursday. LIMITED to 175 entries.
All other riders will follow the schedulebelow.
Thu:OI/OP/OM/OT/ON1 day: Dressage-8:00 a.m.; Show Jumping-10:00 a.m.; Cross country-11:00 a.m.
Fri:I/P/OM/OT/TH: Dressage-8:00 a.m.; Show Jumping-10:00 a.m.
Sat:I/P/OM/OT/TH: Cross Country-8:00 a.m.; MR/TR/N/BN/STARTER; Dressage-8:00 a.m.; Show Jumping-10:00 a.m.
Sun:MR/TR/N/BN/STARTER: Cross Country-8:00 a.m.
Event Officials
TechnicalDelegates:John Williams, NY;Emily Holmes, FL
Judges: President:Peter Gray, FL
Dressage Judges: Peter Gray, FL;Heather Stalker, FL; Lori Hoos, TN; Cheryl Holekamp, FL
Show Jumping Judges: Ashley Johnson, FL
Course Design: Cross Country: Morgan Rowsell, NJ Show Jumping: Jan Brodkin, FL
Starting Times
Available Feb. 24
Times will not be mailed.
Times will be emailed to competitors and posted on Event Entries Show Center site https://evententries.com/#ShowCenter
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.
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
Credit Card: EventEntries only. We 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.
Entry fee: I: $265; P $255 M: $245 T: $235; N: $225 BN: $220 S: $215
Non Compete Horse: NO LONGER ACCEPTED
Stabling: $250.00 for duration of event. (WED - SUN night) Early arrival or late departure stalls will be an additional $50.00 per night/day. Stall comes with 1 bag of shavings. Additional Shavings: $8.00/bag. Each additional night $50.00.
Limited RV spots: Limited RV spots available for an additional $50 per day. (RV spots are first come first serve basis and reservations can be made on our website.)
Ship-In Fee: $50.00 for duration of event.
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.
Refunds After closing date: refund only if there is a waiting list. Ship-in fees refunded. Stabling fee refunded if stall is filled.
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.
Competition Cancellation: No refund.
Entries
Entries include a $25.00 non-refundable office fee. Faxed entries WILL NOT be accepted. USEA current membership (Junior, Collegiate, Full, or Life) and horse registration (Limited for T,N,BN or Full) are required at all levels. Double entries: Not accepted.
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.
Refunds After closing date: refund only if there is a waiting list. Ship-in fees refunded. Stabling fee refunded if stall is filled.
Competition Cancellation-no refund
Changes: made to an entry after closing date will be subject to a $25.00 processing fee. No changes to entry starting Tuesday before the event.
Late entries: (if space allows) will be subject to a $50.00 late fee.
X-C Pinny/Holder/Insert Required.
Copy of current neg. 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.
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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. $250.00 for duration of event. (WED - SUN) Early arrival or late departure stalls will be an additional $50.00 per night/day.
Each stall comes with 1 bag of shavings.
ALL STABLING USE LAKE DORR LOWER ENTRANCE. Clean stall of all HAY/MANURE/URINE and stall must be LEVELED FLAT. NO holes or pits. NO straw or cardboard/newspaper shavings. Stall doors.
ALL SHIP IN USE MAIN SR 19 ENTRANCE.
Ship In Fees: $50.00 for duration of event.
Limited RV spots: $50 per day.
Sharps containers: Conveniently located in all barns on competition grounds.
104 permanent stalls on grounds.
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 all show days 8 AM-5PM. Information will be posted on each stall card and also in program.
Farrier: Kori Agin-Batten ABC HOOF CARE 480-524-4300 on site all show days 8 AM-5PM
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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
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/
Golf Cart Rentals: Custom Carts of Sarasota, LLC Zach Buck 941-799-1770 [email protected] SHIP IN: USE MAIN SR 19 ENTRANCE. ANYONE PARKING IN THE STABLING AREA WITHOUT A STALL WILL BE ASKED TO MOVE TO SHIP IN AREA. STABLING AND OVERNIGHT RVS: USE LAKE DORR LOWER ENTRANCE.
Dressage
Test & arena sizes:
I-2026 USEF Intermediate Test B - Large Arena
P-2026 USEF Preliminary Test B - Small Arena
M-2026 USEF Modified Test B - Small Arena
T-2026 USEA Training Test B - Small Arena
N-2026 USEA Novice Test B - Small Arena
BN-2026 USEA Beginner Novice Test B - Small Arena
Starter - 2026 USEA Starter Test B - Small Arena
Arenas: 3 Permanent Clay/sand/fiber mix. Grass rings if needed. Grass Warm Up.
Arenas are NOT open for schooling at any time.
Cross-Country
I-3575 m @ 550 mpm.
P-3120 m @ 520 mpm.
M-3000 m @ 490 mpm.
T-2600 m @ 470 mpm.
N-2400m @ 400 mpm.
BN-2000m @ 350 mpm.
ST-1400m@300mpm
Flat terrain, courses more challenging than beginning of the season courses, but still moderate for horses with some experience at that level.
Participants should expect a course which includes water, banks, ditches, and suitable combinations.
Cross-country course will close on February 12.
Show Jumping Arena 250' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Show Jumping Warm Up Arena 240' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Arenas are NOT open for schooling at any time.
Other Information
Cross-country course will close on Feb 12.
Levels may be divided/combined if entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry.
NO unauthorized cars or trucks on course.
NO golf carts or motorized bikes (MUST PEDAL) allowed on course while cross country is running.
NO Canadian checks.
NO camp fires.
Food vendors available on grounds.
Dogs MUST be leashed AT ALL TIMES with something or someone attached to the leash UPON ENTERING THE PROPERTY!
No loud generators.
No straw/cardboard shavings in stalls. If found, stall deposit check will be cashed.
Shavings $8.00 bag.
Ice $3.00 bag.
For more information, go to http://www.rockinghorseeventing.com
Returned checks will have a $50.00 returned check fee in addition to the bank fee.
Look for updates prior to show on Facebook.
Show Jumping Arena 250' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
Show Jumping Warm Up Arena 240' x 150' clay/sand/fiber mix footing.
All Arenas will be closed following the last rider completing competition.
Arenas are NOT open for schooling at any time.
No XC Schooling after the show.
NO PADDOCKS
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.
Photography Policy In order to protect the business of our official show photographers, RHS has established this photography policy. In this social media, smart phone, day and age, capturing and sharing images from events has never been easier. We want to encourage all our guests at Rocking Horse Stables to fully enjoy their experiences here and treasure the special memories for generations to come. However it is still extremely important that we protect and respect the contracted show photographers that make their livelihoods providing high quality, professional images for our exhibitors. The following guidelines are expected to be abided by ALL visitors to Rocking Horse Stables: · Visitors, spectators and exhibitors at Rocking Horse Stables are permitted to take photographs and record video for personal use only · Only our official appointed event photographers are allowed to take competitor images and sell/distribute them to the public · No other individual or company has permission to take images of multiple competitors and sell/distribute them to members of the public or publish online/on social media · Professional photography equipment, including, but not limited to, cameras with lenses longer than 4 inches, tripods, monopods, or any video camera mounted on a tripod or other stabilizing device are not permitted under any circumstances · Media representatives with approved credentials are the only exception · “Private” photographers must go through the proper channels for approval to be on premises PER EVENT. Please contact: [email protected]
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.”
No stabling changes without permission of Show Secretary or $50 fine.










