Tomora Horse Trials
Event Info
USEA Event ID: 19096
Event Date: Sep 25 - 27, 2026
Open Date: Aug 11 | Close Date: Sep 8
Location: Greeley, 11000 US Hwy 34, CO 80634 (AREA 9)
Directions
Tomora Training Center (11000 US Hwy 34, Greeley, CO, 80634)
From I-25:Exit 257 for Highway 34 East towards Greeley. Go ~7.5 miles to 11000 US Hwy 34. Tomora Training Center will be on your right (South side of the highway). At intersection of Highway 34 and Promontory Parkway. Turn right into the driveway and then immediately right towards main barn; follow parking and stabling signs.
Divisions
USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: MT,T,N,BN
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter,Intro
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter,Intro
Tentative Schedule
FRI:Cross-country course open 3:00 PM
SAT:Dressage 8:00 AM (all divisions); Competitor Party 6:00 PM
SUN:SJ 8:00 AM (MT, T, N, BN, Starter, Intro) followed by XC (~8:20 AM)
Event Officials
TD: Ava Chase(SC)
Judges: President Ground Jury: Lori Hoos (TN); Additional Dressage Judge: TBD
XC CD:Erin Contino (CO) SJ CD: Kristie Allen (CO)
Starting Times
Sent and/or posted ~one week prior to competition. Check website https://www.facebook.com/TomoraHorseTrials/ and/or www.eventeentries.com for entry status and ride times.
Entry Information
Electronic entries and communications preferred. Event Secretary, Heather Petersen, 22750 County Rd 37 Elbert, CO 80106.Email: [email protected]: (719) 338-0854.Draw checks to Summit Equine, LLC. All changes/ scratches must be made in writing to [email protected].
Organizer
Org: Erin Contino, 922 S. Summit View Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524 Text (970) 481-8312 or email [email protected]. Scratches and changes to entries must be made to secretary, not to organizer.
Fees
Electronic entries preferred through Xentry or Evententries.com.Checks payable: Draw checks to Summit Equine, LLC.Entry Fees: MT/T/N/BN: $300; Starter: $285. Intro (new!): $250. Combined test (Dressage and SJ) and other divisions can be added upon request- please contact organizer. All entry fees include a $25.00 non-refundable office fee and ticket to Sat night competitor party.Late Entries and Changes: Entries received after closing date (CD) accepted with $50 late fee, if space permits. Changes made after CD (change of division) $25, if space permits.Stabling: $165 covered 10x10 stalls or 12x12 uncovered pens (Fri-Sun), 1 bag shavings provided; covered stabling is limited and assigned first come first serve. Additional shavings: $12/bag; please pre-order.Stall Cleaning Deposit: $50, separate check (Draw checks to Summit Equine LLC). Collect stall deposit with proof of stripping.Refunds:Before CD: Less $25 non-refundable office fee; all scratches/ cancelations must be in writing to the secretary by CD to receive a refund. After CD there are no refunds. Competition Cancellation: No refund. The USEA Starter/D&M Fee($35) is not subject to office fees and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not start the dressage test. Other:Health certificate and negative Coggins within 12 months required for all out-of-state horses. Non compete horses permissible if space permits.
Entries
Electronic entries preferred: Xentry or Evententries.com. Entries: Please list eligibility on entry (Amateur, Junior, etc) as levels may be split accordingly if entries warrant. All entries include a $25 non-refundable office fee. Entries not complete without payment. Checks payable to Summit Equine, LLC. Late fee (entry received after closing date): $50. Returned check charge: $50. All out-of-state horses must have negative Coggins within 12 months and must have health certificates to enter the state of Colorado. Refunds: Before closing date (CD): Less $25 non-refundable office fee; all scratches/cancelations must be in writing to the secretary by CD to receive refund. After CD: No refund, no exceptions. Competition Cancellation: No refund. The USEA Starter/D&M Fee ($35) isnot subject to office fees and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not start the dressage test. USEA current membership (Junior, Collegiate, Full, or Life) and horse registration (Limited or Full) are required at all horse trails levels (MT, T, N, BN); USEA membership is optional for Starter and Intro levels. All CT participants are exempt from USEA membership and Starter/D&M fee. All scratches and changes must be made in writing to the secretary, via email.
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 atwww.usef.org.
Awards
Prizes to top 3 places per division; Ribbons to 8th place. Ribbons to top placed amateurs and juniors in each division; must mark eligibility on entry form. Thoroughbred Incentive Program (TIP) awards for each level- submit TIP number with your entry to qualify.
Stabling/Veterinarian
Stabling: $165 flat fee(Fri -Sun) for either 10x10' covered stabling or 12'x12' uncovered pens. Stabling opens at 8am Friday; please contact organizer to arrange earlier arrivals (not before Thursday at 3pm). 1 bag initial bedding provided. Additional bags available for $12/bag- please pre-order. **Covered stabling is limited and assigned first come first serve**. Must strip stalls or forfeit $50 stall cleaning deposit; show proof of stripped stall (picture) to Secretary for stall deposit refund. Veterinarian:CSUFarrier:Will be posted.
Accommodations
Many hotels and restaurants in the area (particularly near the I-25/ Hwy 34 interchange). Hotels: Days Inn by Wyndham Greeley, 5630 W 10th St, Greeley, CO 80634 (970) 573-6876. Wingate by Wyndham Loveland, 5360 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO 80534 (970) 578-0966. Best Western Plus Loveland Inn, 5542 E, US-34, Loveland, CO 80537 (970) 667-7810. DryCamping: Dry camping permitted to the West of stabling (no fee if staying in horse trailer. $15/night for RV parking); no hook-ups available.
Dressage
Test/arena sizes:MT- 2026 USEF Modified Test B-Sm.T- 2026 USEA Training Test B-Sm. N- 2026 USEA Novice Test B-Sm. BN- 2026 USEA Beginner Novice Test B-Sm. Starter- 2026 USEA Beginner Novice Test A- Sm. Intro- 2026 USEA Starter Test B-Sm
Cross-Country
T-2400m @ 450mpm; N-2200m @ 400mpm;BN-2000m@350mpm;Starter-2000m @ 325mpm; Intro- approx 1000m @ 275mpm. All T, N, BN courses include water, ditches, and banks. Courses average level of difficulty for the level at end of season. Groomed natural footing and terrain. Cross-country course always closed.
Other Information
Levels may be divided as entries warrant. High point awards for amateurs and juniors in each division; please state eligibility and include DOB on entry.
Food truck available on site.Competitorsparty Saturday evening- open to everyone; door prizes, good food and drinks!
Cross-country course not open for schooling.
No Smoking anywhere on the property at any time.
Dogs welcome but must be leashed at all times; $50 fee for dogs off leash.
Dry camping allowed (no fee if staying in horse trailer; $15/night for RV) West of stabling; no hook-ups available.
For updates and relevant information check our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TomoraHorseTrials/
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.”











