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.  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.  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 

MIHJA MINI MEDAL                                                      CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to all junior and amateur riders. 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 1-19 may be required.

CLASS 111             HUNTERMARK 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 12-01-05. 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 112              JUNIOR EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 113              JUNIOR EQUITATION FLAT

ADULT AMATEUR EQUITATION                                                 CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $20

Open to exhibitors who have reached their 18th birthday before 12-01-05. Fences 2'6" - 2'9". Tests 1-8 may be required. 

CLASS 114             EQUITATION ADULT AMATEUR OVER FENCES

CLASS 115             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 116              INTERMEDIATE EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 117              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 118             OPEN EQUITATION OVER FENCES

CLASS 119             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 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".  At the end of the season, the top 12 riders will qualify for the MIHJA Medal Finals, to be held at the September 2005 Club Show at Huntermark Farm.

CLASS 120            MIHJA MEDAL CLASS

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. These classes are not recognized by the MIHJA.

CLASS 121,122       RING 2 WARM-UP OVER FENCES

PLEASURE HORSE/PONY                                                               CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

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

CLASS 123              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 124              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.  Standing martingales are allowed.

CLASS 125,126         TROTTING POLE HUNTER OVER FENCES (POLES)

CLASS 127,128         TROTTING POLE HUNTER WALK / TROT

CLASS 129,130         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 the current show season. Crossrails not to exceed 1' in the center.

CLASS 131,133        CROSS RAIL HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 132               CROSS RAIL HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 134               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.  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.  Standing martingales allowed in all classes.  Fences are crossrails no higher than 1' in the center.

CLASS 135,137        SHORT  STIRRUP HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 136               SHORT  STIRRUP HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 138               SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER WALK / TROT

CLASS 139               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.  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 140,142        LONG  STIRRUP HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 141               LONG  STIRRUP HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 143               LONG STIRRUP HUNTER WALK / TROT  

CLASS 144               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 the current show season.  Course must include at least one change of direction.  Fences not to exceed 1'6".

CLASS 145,147         BEGINNER HORSE HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 146                BEGINNER HORSE HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 148                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 the current show season.  Course must include at least one change of direction.  Fences not to exceed 1'6".

CLASS 149,151         BEGINNER RIDER HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 150                BEGINNER RIDER HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 152                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 153,155        EVERGREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 154               EVERGREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 156               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 the current show season. Fences 2'-2'3".

CLASS 157,159        BABY GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 158               BABY GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 160               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 161,163        4-H / PONY CLUB HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 162               4-H / PONY CLUB HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 164               4-H / PONY CLUB HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

PONY / SMALL  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".  Entries will be measured prior to the first class in the division.  No combinations in any section.

CLASS 165,167        PONY / SMALL HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 166               PONY / SMALL HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 168               PONY / SMALL HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

NOVICE RIDER HUNTER                                                               CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any 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, 2'3"-2'6" for 2nd year.

CLASS 169,171        NOVICE RIDER HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 170               NOVICE RIDER HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 172               NOVICE RIDER HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

HUNTERMARK 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. 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 173               HUNTERMARK JUNIOR/AMATEUR HUNTER CLASSIC

HUNTERMARK 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. 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 174               HUNTERMARK OPEN HUNTER CLASSIC

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 will be unjudged. This class is not recognized by the MIHJA.

CLASS 175,176         RING 1 WARM-UP OVER FENCES

REAL LOW HUNTER                                                                       CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or rider. No combinations.  Priced as individual classes so exhibitors can choose to show in one round and not the other without the penalty of not entering an entire division.  A perk for those who like to warm-up over the exact same course they will be showing in the other hunter divisions. Fences not to exceed 2'.

CLASS 177,179        REAL LOW HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 178               REAL LOW HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 180               REAL LOW HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

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 181,183        SCHOOLING HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 182               SCHOOLING HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 185,187        PRE-GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 186               PRE-GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 189,191        LOW HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 190               LOW HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 12-01-05. 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 193,195        CHILDRENS HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 194               CHILDRENS HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 197,199        ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 198               ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 201,203        MIHJA HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 202               MIHJA HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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.  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 205,207        GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 206               GREEN HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 17 years of age and under.  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 209,211        JUNIOR HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 210               JUNIOR HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

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 213,215        OPEN WORKING HUNTER OVER FENCES

CLASS 214               OPEN WORKING HUNTER OVER FENCES STAKE

CLASS 216               OPEN WORKING HUNTER UNDER SADDLE

Ring 1 Jumper Divisions

HOPEFUL JUMPER                                                                          CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony.  Time allowed shall be liberal.  Fence height may range from 2'-2'6".

CLASS 217,219         HOPEFUL JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 218                HOPEFUL JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 220                HOPEFUL JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

SCHOOLING JUMPER                                                                    CLASS ENTRY FEE: $12

                                                                                                         SECTION ENTRY FEE: $40

Open to any horse or pony. Fence height - Level 1. Time allowed shall be liberal.

CLASS 221,223        SCHOOLING JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

CLASS 222               SCHOOLING JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(c)

CLASS 224               SCHOOLING 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. Time allowed shall be liberal.  Points from this division count towards the High Point Jumper Rider awards, but this division is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 225,227        LEVEL TWO JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

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

CLASS 228               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. Time allowed shall be liberal.  Points from this division count towards the High Point Jumper Rider awards, but this division is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 229,231        LEVEL THREE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

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

CLASS 232               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. Time allowed shall be liberal.  Points from this division count towards the High Point Jumper Rider awards, but this division is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 233,235        LEVEL FOUR JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

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

CLASS 236               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. Time allowed shall be liberal.  Points from this division count towards the High Point Jumper Rider awards, but this division is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 237,239        LEVEL FIVE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 2(b)

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

CLASS 240               LEVEL FIVE JUMPER, TABLE II, SEC. 4

GAMBLER'S CHOICE                                                                      CLASS ENTRY FEE: $10

Open to any horse or pony. Fences will vary in height from 2' (15 pts) to a maximum of 4' (100 pts). The course must begin on the 15 pt fence in the designated direction, after which any fence in the course can be jumped in any direction up to a maximum of three times per jump. 90 seconds (45 seconds if held indoors, 60 seconds in Ring 2) will be the time allowed for the exhibitor to gather as many points as possible. When the time is up (whistle blown), one more jump will be counted before the timer will stop. Then the rider will be given 20 seconds to decide if they will try the joker fence which is worth 250 points if jumped successfully, and will cost 250 points if there is a refusal or knockdown. There is no penalty for refusals or knockdowns in the first round; however, once a fence falls, it can not be jumped again.  Points from this class count towards the High Point Jumper Rider awards, but it is not recognized by MIHJA.

CLASS 241              GAMBLER'S CHOICE

May Judge: Barb Thuerk (Morton Grove, IL)

Ring 1 Show Manager: Jan Rock

Ring 2 Show Manager: Rachel Rock Robinson

MIHJA Steward: Sandee Cochran

Announcer / In-Gate: Rachel Rock Robinson

Show Secretary: Melissa Chapman

Ring 1 Course Designer: Jan Rock

 Ring 2 Course Designer: Rachel Rock Robinson

Show Veterinarians: Oakwood Veterinary Service

Huntermark Tack Service: TBA

Huntermark Café: Fran Thornton

Publicity: Rachel Rock Robinson and www.HuntermarkFarm.com 

This competition is recognized by:

• Midstate Illinois Hunter Jumper Association

• Huntermark Summer Equitation Series

• Huntermark Summer Jumper Series

*** An exhibitor's party will be held at each show following the last class on Saturday, near Ring 1.  Rain or shine (it will be held in the indoor in case of inclement weather).

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 shows@HuntermarkFarm.com so we can have your stalls ready for you.  There will be no charge for cancelled stall reservations.  Stalls are $25 regardless of how long you're there (Thursday-Sunday).

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 - Order of go will be determined by the exhibitor.  If this system begins to run too slowly, or if there are exhibitors with multiple rides, a flexible order of go will be established by the gate.

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.

STAKES CLASSES - The second over fences class in each hunter division from cross rails on.  In order to be eligible for prize money, you must compete in the entire division.  For every entry in the class, $5 is added to the pot, which is split among the winners as follows: 1st-29%, 2nd-24%, 3rd-19%, 4th-14%, 5th-9%, 6th-5%.

NUMBER DEPOSIT - Each number will carry a $2 deposit.  Please keep the number in good condition and return it at the end of the show for a full refund.  Or, if that number worked well for you and you would like to use it each time you show at Huntermark, feel free to keep it.  You will only be charged the $2 fee once.  Upon return visits, please write your number on your entry blank before submitting it to the show secretary.

OFFICE FEE - A $5 office fee will be charged for every rider.  Anyone can avoid this fee by submitting a blank check made out to Huntermark Farm by Friday, the night before the show.  If the check is filled out, or if you pre-pay with an exact amount of cash, and the final amount of your bill is more than what you've given, and you don't pay the balance before you leave on Sunday, you will be charged the office fee.

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.

FEED AND BEDDING - First bedding is supplied.  Additional shavings are available for $5/bag.  Hay is available for $5/bale.

PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR - In accordance with US Equestrian rules, all exhibitors are required to wear properly fitting protective headgear when jumping on show grounds.  Additionally, all juniors must 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.  It will be open during the show both days of the show.  You are welcome to look around any time, and 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.

ADDITIONAL DIVISIONS - If there's a division you wish we held, please let us know.  Although it is a long schedule, the classes are not large and daylight is not an issue.  We are more than happy to add any class you like.  Maybe you wish there were 2 Evergreen over fences classes on Sunday instead of just one.  None of the points from any of the extra classes will be recorded by MIHJA.

HUNTERMARK SUMMER EQUITATION SERIES -  The points earned in every equitation class offered in Ring 1 and Ring 2 (classes 101-118) will be tracked throughout the four show 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 the 2006 Winter Schooling 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 197-201) will be tracked throughout the four show series.  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 trophy.  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: 

1-3 Exhibitors in class:

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

4-14 Exhibitors in class:

• 1st Place - 10 points,  2nd place - 8 points,  3rd place - 6 points,  4th place - 4 points,  5th place - 2 point,  6th place - 1 point. 

15+ 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.

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, 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).  Hunt coats may be waived in hot weather at the judge's discretion.  Horses are to be shown without wraps or boots, with a white/off-white contoured saddle pad.  Martingales are not allowed on the flat, 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.

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