2012 MIHJA Benefit   Double Point Shows

Ring 2 Equitation Divisions   

LEAD LINE EQUITATION                                                              CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $15

Open to anyone of any age.  Riders will be led at a walk.  May be asked to halt, change directions, and demonstrate the two-point position.  Points will not be counted for riders who are showing over fences.  These classes are not recognized by the MIHJA.  Non-member fee exempt.

CLASS 101                SATURDAY LEAD LINE

CLASS 102                SUNDAY LEAD LINE       

SHORT  STIRRUP EQUITATION                                                   CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $24

Open to horses/ponies of any age or showing experience ridden by an exhibitor 12 years of age and under (as of December 1 last year).  A rider is eligible to compete in this division for two years after their 9th birthday.  Until then, there are no restrictions on the number of years a rider may compete in this division.  Once a rider has shown over fences higher than 2', he/she is no longer eligible to compete in this division. If both under saddle classes are held (walk/trot and walk/trot/canter), only the walk/trot/canter class will earn points toward the division championship. Fences are crossrails no higher than 1' in the center.

CLASS 103              SHORT STIRRUP EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 104              SHORT STIRRUP EQUITATION WALK / TROT       

CLASS 105              SHORT STIRRUP EQUITATION FLAT    

LONG  STIRRUP EQUITATION                                                     CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $24

Open to horses/ponies of any age or showing experience ridden by an exhibitor 13 years of age and older (as of December 1 last year).  There are no restrictions on the number of years a rider may compete in this division.  Once a rider has shown over fences higher than 2', he/she is no longer eligible to compete in this division. If both under saddle classes are held (walk/trot and walk/trot/canter), only the walk/trot/canter class will earn points toward the division championship. Fences are crossrails no higher than 1' in the center.

CLASS 106              LONG STIRRUP EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 107              LONG STIRRUP EQUITATION WALK / TROT   

CLASS 108              LONG STIRRUP EQUITATION FLAT        

NOVICE EQUITATION                                                                    CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $20

Open to riders of any age. A rider may show this division for two consecutive years only. Riders may not cross enter into Intermediate or Open Equitation at the same show. Rider may show over fences higher than 2'6" in the same year, but once a rider has shown higher than 2'6", he/she is no longer eligible to compete in Novice Equitation the next year. Fences 2'-2'3" for 1st year, 2'3"-2'6" for 2nd year.

CLASS 109                NOVICE EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 110                NOVICE EQUITATION FLAT 

BEGINNER MEDAL                                                                      CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to junior and amateur riders. Riders may not cross enter into classes higher than 2' at the same show.  All riders will show over a course of not less than 8 obstacles, with at least one change of direction. The top four riders may be asked to execute a test. Fences not to exceed 2'3". Tests 1-8 may be required.  Fences 1'6".  The top 12 riders will qualify for the MIHJA Beginner Medal Finals.

CLASS 119             BEGINNER MEDAL

MIHJA MINI MEDAL                                                                  CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to all junior and amateur riders who are current MIHJA members.  Horse/rider combination may not cross enter into the MIHJA Medal at the same show.  Winner receives a medal.  All riders will show over a course of not less than 8 obstacles, with at least one change of direction. The top four riders will be asked to execute a test over fences.  Judge MAY call back additional riders if deemed appropriate.  The same animal must be shown in all phases of the class and with the same tack in which it began the class.  Class to be judged on hands, seat, guidance, and control throughout.  Jumping faults of mount not to count. Fences not to exceed 2'3".  USEF tests 1-19 may be required.  The top 12 riders will qualify for the MIHJA Mini Medal Finals.

CLASS 120             MIHJA MINI MEDAL

Ring 1 Equitation Divisions   

JUNIOR EQUITATION                                                                     CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $20

Open to exhibitors who have not reached their 18th birthday before December 1 of last year. In 11 & Under, fences not to exceed 2', no combinations. In 12-14, fences 2'3"-2'6". In 15-17, fences not to exceed 2'9". Tests 1-19 may be required.

CLASS 111              JUNIOR EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 112              JUNIOR EQUITATION FLAT

ADULT AMATEUR EQUITATION                                                 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $20

Open to exhibitors who have reached their 18th birthday before December 1 of last year. Fences 2'6" - 2'9". Tests 1-8 may be required. 

CLASS 113             EQUITATION ADULT AMATEUR OVER FENCES

CLASS 114             EQUITATION ADULT AMATEUR FLAT

INTERMEDIATE EQUITATION                                                     CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $20

Open to any rider. May not cross enter into Novice or Open Equitation at the same show. Fences 2'6"-2'9".

CLASS 115              INTERMEDIATE EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 116              INTERMEDIATE EQUITATION FLAT

OPEN EQUITATION                                                                         CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $20

Open to any rider. May not cross enter into Novice or Intermediate Equitation at the same show. Fences 3'-3'3". 

CLASS 117             OPEN EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 118             OPEN EQUITATION FLAT

MIHJA MEDAL CLASS                                                                   CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any MIHJA member. To be judged in two phases (on the flat and over fences) with equal weight given to each phase.  Winner receives a medal.  To jump a minimum of 8 equitation or hunter type fences with or without wings.  Judge or course designer MUST incorporate at least two tests from the US Equestrian Rule Book (Equitation Division) in the course.  The judge will then select one-fourth of the class, but not less than 6 exhibitors, if available, to show on the flat, including two or more tests from the US Equestrian Equitation rules.  Judge MAY call back additional riders if deemed appropriate.  The same animal must be shown in all phases of the class and with the same tack in which it began the class except NO MARTINGALES ON THE FLAT.  Class to be judged on hands, seat, guidance, and control throughout.  Jumping faults of mount not to count.  Small and medium ponies jump 2'-2'3", large ponies: 2'3"-2'6", and all horses will be shown at 2'9".  The top 12 riders will qualify for the MIHJA Medal Finals.

CLASS 121            MIHJA MEDAL CLASS

Medal Finals (Fall Benefit show only)  

MIHJA BEGINNER MEDAL FINALS WARM-UP                                     CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or rider. A rider does not need to be qualified for the MIHJA Beginner Medal Finals in order to participate in this warm-up class. Additional rounds of the same rider will be unjudged. The course will be an equitation course at the same height, in the same ring, over the same jumps as the finals, but is not the same as the actual course for the finals. No test or flat phase will be incorporated. Fences 1’6". This class counts for Huntermark High Point Equitation points, but it is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 700            MIHJA BEGINNER MEDAL FINALS WARM-UP

MIHJA BEGINNER MEDAL FINALS                                                         NO ENTRY FEE

The winner of the competition will receive the MIHJA Hunter Seat award at the Annual Banquet. The finals will be judged in two phases: 50% - Over Fences, 50% - On the Flat. Class routine: The flat phase will consist of a walk, trot and canter plus at least two or more tests from the USEF Equitation rules. The over fences phase to consist of a course of 8 or more jumps with or without wings. Two or more tests will be incorporated in the course. Scoring: After both phases, the rider's flat phase score and over fence phase score will both be announced. The two scores from all riders will be added together and final placing announced. Fall of the horse or rider, or three disobediences does not eliminate the finalist. The same animal must be shown in both phases of the finals in the same tack in which such animal began the finals EXCEPT NO MARTINGALES ON THE FLAT. Winner may show again the following years, if qualified. Fences 1’6".

CLASS 799             MIHJA BEGINNER MEDAL FINALS

MIHJA MINI MEDAL FINALS WARM-UP                                             CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or rider. A rider does not need to be qualified for the MIHJA Mini Medal Finals in order to participate in this warm-up class. Additional rounds of the same rider will be unjudged. The course will be an equitation course at the same height, in the same ring, over the same jumps as the finals, but is not the same as the actual course for the finals. No test or flat phase will be incorporated. Fences 2’ - 2’3". This class counts for Huntermark High Point Equitation points, but it is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 800            MIHJA MINI MEDAL FINALS WARM-UP

MIHJA MINI MEDAL FINALS                                                                 NO ENTRY FEE

The winner of the competition will receive the MIHJA Hunter Seat award at the Annual Banquet. The finals will be judged in two phases: 50% - Over Fences, 50% - On the Flat. Class routine: The flat phase will consist of a walk, trot and canter plus at least two or more tests from the USEF Equitation rules. The over fences phase to consist of a course of 8 or more jumps with or without wings. Two or more tests will be incorporated in the course. Scoring: After both phases, the rider's flat phase score and over fence phase score will both be announced. The two scores from all riders will be added together and final placing announced. Fall of the horse or rider, or three disobediences does not eliminate the finalist. The same animal must be shown in both phases of the finals in the same tack in which such animal began the finals EXCEPT NO MARTINGALES ON THE FLAT. Winner may show again the following years, if qualified. Fences 2’ - 2’3".

CLASS 899             MIHJA MINI MEDAL FINALS

MIHJA MEDAL FINALS WARM-UP                                                 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or rider. A rider does not need to be qualified for the MIHJA Medal Finals in order to participate in this warm-up class. Additional rounds of the same rider will be unjudged. The course will be an equitation course at the same height, in the same ring, over the same jumps as the finals, but is not the same as the actual course for the finals. No test or flat phase will be incorporated. Fences 2’ - 2’3" for small and medium ponies, 2’3"-2’6" for large ponies, and 2’9" for horses. This class counts for Huntermark High Point Equitation points, but it is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 900             MIHJA MEDAL FINALS WARM-UP

MIHJA MEDAL FINALS                                                                     NO ENTRY FEE

The winner of the competition will receive the MIHJA Hunter Seat award at the Annual Banquet. The finals will be judged in two phases: 50% - Over Fences, 50% - On the Flat. Class routine: The flat phase will consist of a walk, trot and canter plus at least two or more tests from the USEF Equitation rules. The over fences phase to consist of a course of 8 or more jumps with or without wings. Two or more tests will be incorporated in the course. Scoring: After both phases, the rider's flat phase score and over fence phase score will both be announced. The two scores from all riders will be added together and final placing announced. Fall of the horse or rider, or three disobediences does not eliminate the finalist. The same animal must be shown in both phases of the finals in the same tack in which such animal began the finals EXCEPT NO MARTINGALES ON THE FLAT. Winner may show again the following years, if qualified. Fences 2’ - 2’3" for small and medium ponies, 2’3"-2’6" for large ponies, and 2’9" for horses.

CLASS 999             MIHJA MEDAL FINALS

Riders can still qualify for any of the three Medal Finals at the Fall Benefit show

Ring 2 Hunter Divisions   

RING 2 WARM-UP                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or pony. This class will be open all day until lunch break and will be at any height the exhibitor chooses, depending on when they choose to do their warm-up round. It does not have to be their first round of the day. Additional rounds will be unjudged. This class is not recognized by the MIHJA.

CLASS 122,123       RING 2 WARM-UP OVER FENCES

HUNTER BREEDING                                                                        CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Refer to USEF Chapter HB.  Open only to horses of any breed to be considered suitable to become a hunter.  Horses to be moved on the line.  Points awarded for classes 122-125.

CLASS 126            HUNTER BREEDING YEARLINGS

CLASS 127            HUNTER BREEDING TWO YEAR OLDS

CLASS 128            HUNTER BREEDING THREE YEAR OLDS

CLASS 129            BEST YOUNG HORSE - No entry fee.  For first and second place winners of classes 122-124.  Class pinned to two places.

CLASS 130            THREE YEAR OLDS U/S

PLEASURE HORSE/PONY                                                               CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or rider combination.  To be shown at the walk, trot, and canter.  Some emphasis on manners.

CLASS 131              PLEASURE HORSE/PONY HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

COMMAND CLASS                                                                          CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or rider.  Horse/pony may be asked to walk, trot, canter, counter-canter, halt, reverse, back up, change lead, sit trot, extend trot, and hand gallop at the discretion of the judge.

CLASS 132              COMMAND CLASS UNDER SADDLE

TROTTING POLE HUNTER                                                           CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $55

Open to any horse or rider that has not shown over fences higher than 2'.  Show attire not required.  Cantering to count against the exhibitor in the Over Poles class.

CLASS 133,134         TROTTING POLE HUNTER OVER FENCES (POLES)

CLASS 135,136         TROTTING POLE HUNTER WALK / TROT

CLASS 137,138         TROTTING POLE HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

CROSS RAIL HUNTER                                                                    CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse/rider who has not shown over fences higher than 2'6" in the same year and remain eligible for that year only. Status is determined as of December 1 of last year. Crossrails not to exceed 1' in the center.

CLASS 139,140,141 CROSS RAIL HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 142               CROSS RAIL HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to horses/ponies of any age or showing experience ridden by an exhibitor 12 years of age and under as of December 1 of last year.  A rider is eligible to compete in this division for two years after their 9th birthday.  Until then, there are no restrictions on the number of years a rider may compete in this division.  Riders in this division may show no higher than 2' in the same show.  Once a rider has shown over fences higher than 2', he/she is no longer eligible to compete in this division.  Standing martingales allowed in all classes.  Fences are crossrails no higher than 1' in the center.

CLASS 143,144,145 SHORT  STIRRUP HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 146               SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER WALK / TROT

CLASS 147               SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER UNDER SADDLE          

LONG STIRRUP HUNTER                                                              CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to horses/ponies of any age or showing experience ridden by an exhibitor 13 years of age and older as of December 1 of last year.  There are no restrictions on the number of years a rider may compete in this division.  Riders in this division may show no higher than 2' in the same show.  Once a rider has shown over fences higher than 2', he/she is no longer eligible to compete in this division. If both under saddle classes are held (walk/trot and walk/trot/canter), only the walk/trot/canter class will earn points toward the division championship. Fences are crossrails no higher than 1' in the center.

CLASS 148,149,150 LONG  STIRRUP HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 151               LONG STIRRUP HUNTER WALK / TROT  

CLASS 152               LONG STIRRUP HUNTER UNDER SADDLE      

BEGINNER HORSE HUNTER                                                       CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse/pony who has not shown over fences 2'6" or higher.  A horse/pony is eligible to compete in this division for two years only.  A horse/pony may show over fences higher than 2'6" in the same year, but is then ineligible to compete in this division the following year.  Status is determined as of December 1 of last year.  Courses are standard hunter courses (not twice around the outside).  Fences not to exceed 1'6".

CLASS 153,154,155  BEGINNER HORSE HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 156                BEGINNER HORSE HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

BEGINNER RIDER HUNTER                                                        CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any rider who has not shown over fences 2'6" or higher.  A rider is eligible to compete in this division for two years only.  A rider may show over fences higher than 2'6" in the same year, but is then ineligible to compete in this division the following year.  Status is determined as of December 1 of last year.  Courses are standard hunter courses (not twice around the outside).   Fences not to exceed 1'6".

CLASS 157,158,159  BEGINNER RIDER HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 160                BEGINNER RIDER HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

EVERGREEN HUNTER                                                                   CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or rider. Course must include at least one change of direction. No combinations. Fences not to exceed 2'.

CLASS 161,162,163 EVERGREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 164               EVERGREEN HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

BABY GREEN HUNTER                                                                  CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse/pony that has not shown over fences higher than 2'6". A horse/pony is eligible to compete in this division for two consecutive years only. A horse/pony may show over fences higher than 2'6" in the same year, but is then ineligible to compete in this division the following year. Status is determined as of December 1 of last year. Fences 2'-2'3".

CLASS 165,166,167 BABY GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 168               BABY GREEN HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

4-H / PONY CLUB HUNTER                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open only to current members of any recognized 4-H Club or Pony Club.  Must be able to provide proof of membership to show secretary.  Course must consist of eight fences with at least one change of direction.  In-and-outs not permitted.  Fences 2'-2'3".

CLASS 169,170,171 4-H / PONY CLUB HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 172               4-H / PONY CLUB HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

PONY / COB  HUNTER                                                               CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Small and medium ponies to show over fences 2'- 2'3". Large ponies to show over fences  2'3"- 2'6". Small horses (over 14.2 and under 15.2 1/2) show over fences 2'6"-2'9".  Ponies must be ridden by juniors.  Entries will be measured prior to the first class in the division.  No combinations in any section.

CLASS 173,174,175 PONY / COB HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 176               PONY / COB HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

NOVICE RIDER HUNTER                                                               CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any junior or amateur rider of any age that has not shown over fences higher than 2'6". A rider is eligible to compete in this division for two consecutive years only. Fences 2'-2'3" for 1st year riders, 2'3"-2'6" for 2nd year riders.

CLASS 177,178,179 NOVICE RIDER HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 180               NOVICE RIDER HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

Ring 1 Hunter Divisions   

RING 1 WARM-UP                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or pony. This class will be open all day and will be at any height the exhibitor chooses, depending on when they choose to do their warm-up round. It does not have to be their first round of the day. Additional rounds of the same horse/rider combination will be unjudged. This class is not recognized by the MIHJA.

CLASS 124,125         RING 1 WARM-UP OVER FENCES

SCHOOLING HUNTER                                                                    CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or rider. No combinations. Fences not to exceed 2'6".

CLASS 181,182,183 SCHOOLING HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 184               SCHOOLING HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

PRE-GREEN HUNTER                                                                     CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to horses and ponies who have not competed over fences higher than 3'. Horse/pony is eligible to compete in this division for two consecutive years only. In the under saddle classes, horses will not be asked to hand gallop. Fences 2'6"-2'9".

CLASS 185,186,187 PRE-GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 188               PRE-GREEN HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

LOW HUNTER                                                                                   CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse/rider. Fences not to exceed 2'9".

CLASS 189,190,191 LOW HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 192               LOW HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

CHILDRENS HUNTER                                                                     CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse/pony ridden by a Junior 17 years and under as of December 1 of last year. Horse and rider may not cross enter into the Junior Hunter Division at the same show. Rider may compete over fences no higher than 3’ during the current season.  Extreme speed to be penalized. Fence height and spread not to exceed 2'9".

CLASS 193,194,195 CHILDRENS HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 196               CHILDRENS HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER                                                         CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse ridden by an amateur exhibitor (as defined by USEF rules) 18 years of age and over.  Fence height and spread not to exceed 2'9".

CLASS 197,198,199 ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 200               ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

MIHJA HUNTER                                                                               CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to all horses/ponies ridden by a current MIHJA member.  Fences not to exceed 3'.

CLASS 201,202,203 MIHJA HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 204               MIHJA HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

GREEN WORKING HUNTER                                                         CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony in their first or second year of showing in any classes that require horses to jump 3' or higher.  Horses in this division may enter in other classes at higher fence heights the same year without losing their eligibility for that year, however, their eligibility for next year will be affected.  The classes will be judged as one division.  Fences not to exceed 3' for First Year Green and 3'3" for Second Year Green horses.

CLASS 205,206,207 GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 208               GREEN HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

JUNIOR HUNTER                                                                             CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony ridden by an exhibitor who has not reached their 18th birthday before December 1 of last year.  Separate classes may be offered for riders 14 and under and riders 15-17.  When divided as to age of rider, no horse may compete in both classes.  Points will be awarded to winners in all sections.  If separate classes are offered, there must be six entries for each section of the division.  If each section does not fill with six horses, the section may be combined as one.  Fences not to exceed 3' for riders 14 and under, and 3'3" for riders 15-17.

CLASS 209,210,211 JUNIOR HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 212               JUNIOR HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

OPEN WORKING HUNTER                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fences 3'3"-3'6".

CLASS 213,214,215 OPEN WORKING HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 216               OPEN WORKING HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

Special Hunter Classes   

HANDY HUNTER                                                                                CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any exhibitor on any horse or pony.  This class will be open all day and can be done at any height the exhibitor chooses. The course must have at least two changes of direction as well as three of the following: hand gallop a jump, bending line, rollback turn, fence at the end of the ring or open a gate while mounted, trot over one obstacle, or lead over one obstacle.  The course may include one combination.  Judges must place emphasis on promptness and tight turns with precedence being given in that order.

CLASS 217               HANDY HUNTER

MIHJA JUNIOR/AMATEUR HUNTER CLASSIC                         CLASS ENTRY FEE: $15

Open to anyone showing in a hunter division which is restricted to junior and amateur riders, on any horse or pony. Two rounds judged using open numerical scoring. The first round of the Classic will be the same as Sunday’s round for any junior or amateur hunter division in either Ring 1 or Ring 2. The second round not to exceed 12 jumps. Fence height depends on the division in which the Classic is included. Ribbons 1-8. PRIZE MONEY as follows: 1st - $25, 2nd - $20, 3rd - $15, 4th - $10, 5th - $5, 6 - $5, 7 - R, 8 - R  Junior and amateur exhibitors may cross-enter into both Hunter Classics on the same horse if they choose.

CLASS 218               MIHJA JUNIOR/AMATEUR HUNTER CLASSIC

MIHJA OPEN HUNTER CLASSIC                                                  CLASS ENTRY FEE: $15

Open to any exhibitor on any horse or pony. Two rounds judged using open numerical scoring. The first round will be the same as Sunday’s round for any hunter division which is open to any rider in Ring 1 or Ring 2. The second round not to exceed 12 jumps. Fence height depends on the division in which the Classic is included. Ribbons 1-8. PRIZE MONEY as follows: 1st - $25, 2nd - $20, 3rd - $15, 4th - $10, 5th - $5, 6 - $5, 7 - R, 8 - R  Exhibitors who use the Warm-Up as the first round of the Classic are eligible for a ribbon, but the horse must have been ridden in at least two classes of the hunter division it is chosen to be ridden in conjunction with, in order to be eligible for prize money.

CLASS 219               MIHJA OPEN HUNTER CLASSIC

Ring 1 Jumper Classes   

HOPEFUL JUMPER                                                                          CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony.  Fences 2'3"-2'6" (0.69m-0.76m).  Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 224,225         HOPEFUL JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 226                HOPEFUL JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 227                HOPEFUL JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

SCHOOLING JUMPER                                                                    CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fences 2'6"-2'9" (0.76m-0.84m). Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 228,229        SCHOOLING JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 230               SCHOOLING JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 231               SCHOOLING JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

LEVEL 1 JUMPER                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fence height - Level 1 (3') (0.91m). Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 232,233        LEVEL ONE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 234               LEVEL ONE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 235               LEVEL ONE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

LEVEL 2 JUMPER                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fence height - Level 2 (3'3") (0.99m). Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 236,237        LEVEL TWO JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 238               LEVEL TWO JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 239               LEVEL TWO JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

LEVEL 3 JUMPER                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fence height - Level 3 (3'6") (1.07m). Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 240,241        LEVEL THREE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 242               LEVEL THREE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 243               LEVEL THREE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

LEVEL 4 JUMPER                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fence height - Level 4 (3'9") (1.14m). Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 244,245        LEVEL FOUR JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 246               LEVEL FOUR JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 247               LEVEL FOUR JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

LEVEL 5 JUMPER                                                                            CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fence height - Level 5 (4') (1.22m). Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 248,249        LEVEL FIVE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 250               LEVEL FIVE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 251               LEVEL FIVE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

MIHJA appreciates your support!   

June H/HB/E Judge:  Kim Houlding, DVM (Madrid, IA)

J Judge:  To Be Announced

Show Manager: MIHJA President - John Ryan

MIHJA Steward: Sandee Cochran

Announcer / In-Gate: MIHJA Secretary - Rachel Rock Robinson

Show Secretary: MIHJA Treasurer - Melissa Chapman

Ring 1 Course Designer: Jan Rock

 Ring 2 Course Designer: MIHJA Secretary - Rachel Rock Robinson

Jump Crew: MIHJA members and willing volunteers

Show Veterinarians: Oakwood Veterinary Service

Huntermark Tack Service: by appointment only

Concession Stand:  Huntermark Café

Publicity: Rachel Rock Robinson and www.MIHJA.com 

This competition is recognized by:

• Midstate Illinois Hunter Jumper Association

• Huntermark Summer Equitation Series

• Huntermark Summer Jumper Series

Every class offered herein, which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current MIHJA Rule Book, will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith.

STABLING - Stabling is one of two locations:  The South Barn, which has permanent 10' x 12' box stalls with full doors, all but two of which have rubber stall mats for your horse's comfort.  The other is the Packer Barn, which has permanent 10' x 10' box stalls with 4' doors.  The Packer Barn is closer to the show and schooling rings, and is an open-air barn for better circulation during summer shows.  Upon arriving, trailers should pull into the first entrance to unload at the Packer Barn, and the second entrance to unload at the South Barn.  When you're finished unloading, trailer parking is available from the first driveway, by the Packer barn.  Please call in advance for stalls (309) 799-3203 - barn, (309) 737-3195 - Jan, or (309) 738-7767 - Rachel, or e-mail MIHJAmail@hotmail.com so we can have your stalls ready for you.  There will be no charge for cancelled stall reservations.  Stalls are $45 regardless of how long you're there (Thursday-Sunday).  There is a $15 per day charge for showing out of your trailer.

NON-SHOWING HORSE - A horse that is brought to the show grounds, but does not compete in any classes must pay a $25 non-showing horse fee in addition to the stall fee (if applicable) for their use of the jumps, footing, and facility.

ENTRY / CROSS ENTRY - Exhibitors are responsible for a knowledge of the Rules and Regulations governing the horse show and for their own errors and omissions.  If you are unfamiliar with MIHJA rules, please check with Rachel Rock Robinson or our steward Sandee Cochran regarding the specific rules governing the show and/or specific divisions prior to competing.

ADDS / SCRATCHES - Adds and scratches can be done at any time.  No transaction fee will be assessed.  Full refunds are given for scratched classes.

JUMP ORDER - Check in at the gate for a self-posted order.  Anyone not checked in will be posted at the end of the order.  Notify the gate if there are any tack changes or conflicts.

CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION - To be awarded in hunter divisions only, to two of the four horses scoring the most points over fences, based on their total points including the under saddle class.

OFFICE FEE - A $5 office fee will be charged for every rider.

SCHOOLING - Both outdoor show arenas will be available before and after the show for unlimited schooling.  The indoor arena (60' x 240', sand) will be available at all times for unlimited schooling.  Ring 1 (180' x 300', sand) will be available for schooling during the morning classes, while the show is going on in Ring 2.  Ring 2 (100' x 200', sand) will be available for schooling during the afternoon classes, while the show is going on in Ring 1.  The sand does not get slippery when wet, regardless of how much rain we've had.

FEED AND BEDDING - Additional shavings are available by the bag (prices vary).  Hay is available for $4.50/bale.

PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR - In accordance with USEF rules, all exhibitors are required to wear properly fitting protective headgear passing or surpassing current applicable ASTM / SEI standards with harness secured while riding anywhere on competition grounds.

TACK SHOP / CONCESSION STAND - Huntermark Tack Service is located just beyond the club room in the main barn.  If you'd like to make a purchase before or after the show, just let Rachel or Jan know.  The Huntermark Café will be selling concessions during the show both days.  The menu includes Taco in a Bag, sandwiches, pizza, and more.

SPECIAL REQUESTS - Please let us know if there's anything that can make your show experience better or easier.  We are very flexible as far as moving classes around or making any exception we can to accommodate you, as long as we stay within the MIHJA rules.

HUNTERMARK SUMMER EQUITATION SERIES -  The points earned in every equitation class offered in Ring 1 and Ring 2 (classes 101-121) will be tracked throughout the summer series.  The rider with the most equitation points at the end of the season will have their name engraved on a traveling trophy and will be awarded a $200 scholarship for next year's Winter Series. Ribbons will be awarded to the top ten high point riders.  This award was created as a memorial to a former student who died from cancer.  This trophy is entitled the Stephanie VanDeWoestyne Memorial High Point Equitation Rider Award.  The points will be awarded as follows: 1st-10,  2nd-6,  3rd-4,  4th-2,  5th-1,  6th-½  regardless of the number of exhibitors.

HUNTERMARK SUMMER JUMPER SERIES - The points earned in each of the 5 jumper classes (classes 224-251) will be tracked throughout the summer series (MIHJA and HFEC).  The rider with the most jumper points at the end of the season will have their name engraved on a traveling trophy and will be awarded a keepsake award.  Ribbons will be awarded to the top ten high point jumpers.  This award was created as a memorial to former student's father who died of cancer.  This trophy is entitled the Karl Killam Memorial High Point Jumper Rider Award.  The points will be awarded as follows: 1st-10,  2nd-6,  3rd-4,  4th-2,  5th-1,  6th-½  regardless of the number of exhibitors.

Local Hotels:  (located in Moline, they are 10 minutes from show grounds)

MIHJA Point Values:  MIHJA BENEFIT SHOWS ARE WORTH DOUBLE THE POINT VALUES LISTED BELOW

1-2 Exhibitors in class:

• 1st place - 5 points, 2nd place - 3 points, 3rd place - 2 points

3-8 Exhibitors in class:

• 1st Place - 10 points,  2nd place - 6 points,  3rd place - 4 points,  4th place - 2 points,  5th place - 1 point,  6th place - 1/2 point. 

9+ Exhibitors in class:

• 1st place - 20 points, 2nd place - 12 points, 3rd place - 8 points, 4th place - 4 points, 5th place - 2 points, 6th place - 1 point.

Hunter Classics and Medal Classes are worth double points

USEF Guidelines for Rider Reference

May or may not be considered a fault (depending on severity and frequency):

   light rubs, swapping leads in a line, late lead changes, excessive show of animation, and adding or eliminating strides in a line.

Minor faults:

    deliberately addressing an obstacle, wrong lead, kicking out, spooking, jumping out of form, and jumping into corners of obstacles.

Major faults:

    knockdown of any part of an obstacle, refusal, trotting on course, bucking, stopping on course even for loss of shoe or broken equipment, circling while on course (other than the courtesy circle at the beginning and end of the course), and dangerous jumping.  In equitation classes, the following are also major faults: wrong diagonal, jumping ahead, getting left behind, loss of stirrup, loss of reins

Elimination:

    3 refusals in hunters and equitation, 2 refusals in jumpers, off course, jumping a fence before it is reset, bolting from the ring, and fall of horse or rider.

Equipment:

    All riders must have show attire (helmet, hunt coat, ratcatcher -show shirt-, breeches or jodhpurs, and boots), except in the Trotting Pole Hunter division.  In jumper classes, the ratcatcher and hunt coat may be substituted by a collared shirt.  In equitation classes, black leather gloves should be worn.  Hunt coats may be waived in hot weather at the judge's discretion.  Hunters are to be shown without wraps or boots, with a white/off-white contoured saddle pad.  Martingales are not allowed on the flat (except standing martingales in the Short Stirrup division), no running martingales, draw reins, gag bits, tacked or studded nosebands, figure eight nosebands, or hackamores in any hunter classes.  Snaffle and pelham bits are appropriate.  Unconventional bits will be penalized.