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Only in AmericaJuly 11-12th – Closing Date: June 29th USEF/USDF #337789 Level Two Competition Two Day Official Qualifying Competition for the 2020 GAIG/USDF Regional Championships Official Qualifying Competition for: 2020 Adequan FEI North American Youth 2020 USEF Children Dressage National Championship 2020 USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship 2020 USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships 2020 USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’ Dressage National Championship presented by Dressage Today 2020 Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championships NCDCTA & SCDCTA Recognized ~ FITs, KWPN, Danish Warmblood & TIP Awards Event Manager Cyndy Olliff (484) 356-3173 [email protected] Event Secretary Chelsea St. Jacques (484) 356-3173 117 Stable Drive, Aiken SC 29801 [email protected] Website: www.stableviewfarm.com Online Entries: www.eqentries.com Judge(s): Lisa El-Ramey (S) and Marilyn Payne (S) Technical Delegate: Elizabeth Morosani (r) Announcer: Anne Dearborn Paramedic: Aiken Rescue (803) 649-9501 Veterinarian on Call: Southern Equine (803) 644-1544 Farrier on Call: Chris McElyea (803) 645-2774 Night Check/Braiding: Amy Struzzieri (845) 220-7206 Videographer: Richard Taylor https://www.richardsequinevideo.com/ Photographer: Meghan Benge www.meghanbenge.com

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“Only in America”

July 11-12th – Closing Date: June 29thUSEF/USDF #337789 Level Two Competition

Two Day Official Qualifying Competition for the 2020 GAIG/USDF Regional Championships

Official Qualifying Competition for:2020 Adequan FEI North American Youth

2020 USEF Children Dressage National Championship2020 USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship

2020 USEF Junior and Young Rider Dressage National Championships2020 USEF Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’ Dressage National Championship presented by Dressage Today

2020 Markel/USEF Young and Developing Horse Dressage Championships

NCDCTA & SCDCTA Recognized ~ FITs, KWPN, Danish Warmblood & TIP Awards

Event Manager Cyndy Olliff (484) 356-3173 [email protected]

Event Secretary Chelsea St. Jacques (484) 356-3173 117 Stable Drive, Aiken SC 29801 [email protected]

Website: www.stableviewfarm.com Online Entries: www.eqentries.com

Judge(s): Lisa El-Ramey (S) and Marilyn Payne (S)

Technical Delegate: Elizabeth Morosani (r)

Announcer: Anne Dearborn

Paramedic: Aiken Rescue (803) 649-9501

Veterinarian on Call: Southern Equine (803) 644-1544

Farrier on Call: Chris McElyea (803) 645-2774

Night Check/Braiding: Amy Struzzieri (845) 220-7206

Videographer: Richard Taylor https://www.richardsequinevideo.com/

Photographer: Meghan Benge www.meghanbenge.com

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Class List

Saturday # Sunday # Class Name Class Fee Q Fee 101 201 USDF Intro Level Test A $40 102 202 USDF Intro Level Test B $40 103 203 USDF Intro Level Test C $40 104 204 Training Level Test 1 $40 105 205 Training Level Test 2 $40 106 206 Training Level Test 3 $40 $55 107 207 First Level Test 1 $45 108 208 First Level Test 2 $45 109 209 First Level Test 3 $45 $60 110 210 Second Level Test 1 $45 111 211 Second Level Test 2 $45 112 212 Second Level Test 3 $45 $60 113 213 Third Level Test 1 $45 114 214 Third Level Test 2 $45 115 215 Third Level Test 3 $45 $60 116 216 Fourth Level Test 1 $45 117 217 Fourth Level Test 2 $45 118 218 Fourth Level Test 3 $45 $60 119 219 FEI Prix St. Georges $50 $65 120 220 FEI Intermediare I $50 $65 121 221 FEI Intermediare II $50 $65 122 222 FEI Grand Prix $50 $65 123 223 USEF/FEI ParaEquestrian TOC $50

$65

124 224 FEI TOC $50 $65 125 225 FEI Freestyle TOC $60 $75 126 226 USEF TOC $45 $60 127 227 USDF Freestyle TOC $50 $65 128 228 FEI Junior Individual Test $50 129 229 FEI Junior Team Test $50 130 230 FEI YH 4-Year Old Test $50 131 231 FEI YH 5-Year Old Test $50 132 232 FEI YH 6-Year Old Test $50 133 233 Dressage Seat Equitation $50 134 234 Materiale Three Year Old Fillies $45 135 235 Materiale Three Year Old Colts/Geldings $45 136 236 Materiale Four and Five Year Old Mares $45 137 237 Materiale Four and Five Year Old

Stallions/Geldings $45

Classes will be split AA (Adult Amateur), JR/YR (Junior/Young Rider) and O (Open) if entries warrant.

Q (Qualifying class for 2020 GAIG/USDF Regional Dressage Championship), state qualifying on entry and add $15 or will be considered open.

All tests/scoresheets will be current editions.

EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE

CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK.

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DRESSAGE AT STABLE VIEW2 0 2 0 C A L E N D A R

SHOW DATE EVENT JUDGE(S)

January 8Schooling

USDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program Participating Competition

Suzanne Ronning – LCarol Brewer - L

February 8-9Closing Date: January 27, 2020

USEF/USDF “I LOVE Dressage” Sarah Geikie – S

Maryal Barnett - S

March 14 – 15Closing Date: March 2, 2020

USEF/USDF “Southern Comfort”Ida Norris – STami Batts – S

May 13 Schooling Carol Bishop – RValerie Swygert - r

June 13 – 14Closing Date: June 1, 2020

USEF/USDF/NAYC “Summer Solstice” Jennifer Roth – S Alison Head - S

July 11 – 12Closing Date: June 29, 2020

USEF/USDF “Only In America” Lisa El-Ramey – SMarilyn Payne - S

August 12 – 13Closing Date: August 3, 2020

USEF/USDF “Too Hot To Trot I” Fran Kehr – SSandy Osborn – S

August 15 – 16Closing Date: August 3, 2020 USEF/USDF “Too Hot To Trot II”

Debbie Rodriguez – SBeverly Rogers - S

September 9Closing Date - September 2, 2020

October 14Closing Date: October 7, 2020

SchoolingUSDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program

Participating Competition

Lela Wulf – r/EventingValerie Swygert - r

November 11Closing Date: November 4, 2020

SchoolingUSDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program

Participating Competition

Jo Maroot-Parent – LValerie Swygert - r

December 5 - 6Closing Date: November 23, 2020

USEF/USDF “Winter Wonderland”Jodi Lees – S

Barbara Ebner - S

E N T E R S C H O O L I N G S H O W S O N L I N E :www.equestrianentries.com/showcalendar • stableviewfarm.com/schooling-dressage-online-entriesE N T E R R E C O G N I Z E D S H O W S O N L I N E :www.equestrianentries.com/showcalendar

117 Stable Drive, Aiken, SC 29801 [email protected] | | 484.356.3173 dre� age

Aiken, South Carolina“A Gathering Place”

TBDValerie Swygert - r

SchoolingUSDF Regional Schooling Show Awards Program

Participating Competition

USEF/USDF “Too Hot To Trot II”

USEF/USDF "Fall Frenzy" TBDAlison Head - S

September 10Closing Date - August 27, 2020

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USEF Competition Name: Only In America USEF#: 337789 Competition Division(s) and Rating(s): USEF/USDF Level 2 Competition

USDF/USEF Two Day Official Qualifying Competition

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All Arenas will be standard size (20 x 60meters) with Attwood Surfaces sand/fiber. The outdoor arena will only be open during competition hours. The covered arena, with the same footing, will be available for warm-up during daylight hours.

Awards: Ribbons will be awarded for 1st through 6th place. Prize awarded in classes of 3 or more entries. Resultswill be posted on board located outside the show office trailer, located in ship—in parking area. Tests can also be picked up at show office trailer. Results will also be posted to Stable View’s website one day prior to the completion of the competition and live scoring during the show through Fox Village Dressage. The KWPN-NA is proud to partner with show managers from across the country to offer high-

point or best score awards for KWPN-registered horses competing at shows. The Jockey Club – Thoroughbred Incentive Program (TIP) awards the highest placing Thoroughbred in each division. FITS Riding Ltd will be awarding $100 gift certificates for Highpoint award winner(s) to Open, Adult Amateur, and Jr/YR for each arena each day. Highpoint awards will be presented after the last class of the show.

EACH ENTRY MUST HAVE COPIES OF ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED. Please see the “General Regulations and Entry Specification Section” for additional policies that this show subscribes to and follows. Full refund if scratch is received by closing date less office fee. No refunds for any reason after closing date or after start of competition. All fees collected on behalf of USEF/USDF to be submitted to the Federation provided all outstanding show fees are paid in full; else it will be applied to those fees. Management reserves the right to add, combine or divine classes, add or substitute judges, or make any changes required by circumstances. South Carolina state law required that each horse be accompanied by a negative EIA certificate dated within one year. All dogs must be leashed and attached to a person or immovable object. Post entries will be placed on a waiting list to fill scratches. All “no shows” that have not contacted the show office prior to first ride will be considered scratch for the rest of the show and time slots may be filled.

Fees: Make checks payable to Stable View, LLC and mail with entry, negative coggins and copy of necessary membership cards to Secretary. Entries are accepted on a first come – first serve basis. A $30 fee will be charged for returned checks with no exceptions.

$40 $45 $50

$45 $35 $10

$60 $200$20 $30 $15

USEF Non-Member Fee USDF Non-Member Fee Add/Change Class Fee Weekend Stall Weekend Tack Stall Shavings (per bag)

Intro-Training; Opp. First-Fourth FEI Freestyle Office Fee (nonrefundable) Late Fee USDF Qualifying add USEF D&M Fee $23

Non-compete horses must send in a completed entry form, fees, office fee and provide a current negative coggins.

Entries: All entries are to be created at EqEntries.com. There is no charge to join EqEntries, please create an account if you are not a current user. You can print and mail your entry with a personal check, or pay online with a credit card. There is a 5% fee for paying online. Post entries will be placed on a waiting list to fill scratches. Questions or help regarding EqEntries, please email [email protected].

$200$8

$30 plus office feeNon-compete Horse

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Freestyle Competitor Reminders

• SubmittwoCDsofyourmusicclearlylabeledwithyourname,horse’sname,bridlenumber,andfreestylelevel.• Bepresentforyoursoundcheck.• Knowtherulesforthelevelyouareriding.Thisincludesforbiddenandallowedmovementsforyourlevel.

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Attention Competitors: Each competitor is responsible for supplying management with correct applicable numbers (USDF and USEF) for horse, owner, rider, and trainer, before the day(s) of the competition. The scores of competitors who fail to supply correct numbers may not be counted toward national awards.

On-site Accommodations and Stabling- 200 permanent dry stalls with doors on mats. Please list stable groups on entry form and use only one name for each stable group to ensure that your group will be stabled together. STALL STRIPPING DEPOSITS NO LONGER REQUIRED!

On-site RV spaces, accommodations and limited golf cart rentals are available. Please contact [email protected] or (484) 356-3173 for reservations.

Hospitality: R&L Vending/Roasted and Toasted will be on grounds serving food.

Directions: Stable View, 117 Stable Drive, Aiken SC 29801. In South Carolina take exit #18 (Hwy 19), go north on Hwy 19 for 1 mile. Turn left onto Hwy 191 (Old Graniteville Road), go 1.2 mile. Turn right onto Springfield Church Road, entry for Stable View will be 1 1/2 miles on left.

Tentative Ride Times will be available Friday prior to show via email and website. Confirmations will be emailed upon receipt of entry. Official ride times available Monday at the secretary’s office. Times and stabling emailed and posted on website the Friday before the show. It is the responsibility of the rider to inform the management of any time conflicts as soon as possible after receiving the schedule.

Show Office Hours: Noon of the day before the show. On show day, the office will open one (1) hour before the first class of the day, and will close one hour following the last class of theday. Any variations in the schedule will be announced and posted on the show office trailer.Exhibitors are requested to report to the show office as soon as possible after arrival to pick upshow packets, resolve any pending items, or inquire about entries.

Musical Freestyles: Music must be on good quality CD and must be presented to the show office at least one hour before scheduled ride. The schedule for sound checks will be Friday afternoon or before the show begins Saturday morning.

Numbers must be worn at all times when a horse is being exercised or ridden.

Membership/Registration Requirements for GAIG/USDF Qualifying Classes: Riders must be current USDF Participating members & USEF members (Junior, Senior or Life) in good standing.

• Horses must be USDF Lifetime Registered and USEF Annual or Lifetime Recorded.• Horses with only an HID are not eligible.• Owners must be current USDF• Participating or Business members & USEF members (Junior, Senior or Life) in good

standing.

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Protective Headgear Rule: From the time horses are officially admitted to the competition grounds by competition management, anyone mounted on a horse at any time on the competition grounds including non-competing riders, riders on non-competing horses and those competing in all classes and tests must wear protective headgear as defined by this rule and otherwise in compliance with GR801. Any rider violating this rule at any time must be immediately prohibited from further riding until such headgear is properly in place. Protective headgear is defined a riding helmet which meets or exceeds ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. The harness must be secured and properly fitted.

Show Management reserves the right to vary or add officials and refuse any entry for a cause; to disqualify any exhibitor and/or his or her horse for cause; to cause an exhibitor to forfeit his or her ribbons and winnings for cause; to return any entry and/or stall fee before or during the show for cause; all without being liable for damage or compensation. Show management reserves the right to make any changes deemed necessary for the safe and efficient conduct of this competition. All “No Shows” that have not contacted the show office will be considered a scratch for the rest of the show and time slots may be filled. Exhibitors enter with this understanding and agreement.

Weather/Acts of God/Accidents or Emergency Policy: Management reserves the right to cancel any classes due to hazardous weather, Acts of God, Accidents or Emergencies. Every effort will be made to reschedule with priority given to CDI or USEF Program classes. Refunds for cancellations due to hazardous weather, Acts of God, Accidents or Emergencies will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

RULES:

US Equestrian Federation, Inc. Entry Agreement I have read the United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the “Federation”) Entry Agreement (GR906.4) as printed in the Prize List for [insert name here] (“Competition”) and agree to all of its provisions. I understand and agree that by entering this Competition, I am subject to Federation Rules, the Prize List, and local rules of the competition. I agree to waive the right to the use of my photos from the competition, and agree that any actions against the Federation must be brought in New York State. Federation Release, Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Indemnification This document waives important legal rights. Read it carefully before signing. I AGREE in consideration for my participation in this Competition to the following: I AGREE that “the Federation” and “Competition” as used herein includes the Licensee and Competition Management, as well as all of their officials, officers, directors, employees, agents, personnel, volunteers and Federation affiliates. I AGREE that I choose to participate voluntarily in the Competition with my horse, as a rider, driver, handler, vaulter, longeur, lessee, owner, agent, coach, trainer, or as parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor. I am fully aware and acknowledge that horse sports and the Competition involve inherent dangerous risks of accident, loss, and serious bodily injury including broken bones, head injuries, trauma, pain, suffering, or death. (“Harm”). I AGREE to hold harmless and release the Federation and the Competition from all claims for money damages or otherwise for any Harm to me or my horse and for any Harm of any nature caused by me or my horse to others, even if the Harm arises or results, directly or indirectly, from the negligence of the Federation or the Competition. I AGREE to expressly assume all risks of Harm to me or my horse, including Harm resulting from the negligence of the Federation or the Competition.

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I AGREE to indemnify (that is, to pay any losses, damages, or costs incurred by) the Federation and the Competition and to hold them harmless with respect to claims for Harm to me or my horse, and for claims made by others for any Harm caused by me or my horse while at the Competition. I have read the Federation Rules about protective equipment, including GR801 and, if applicable, EV114, and I understand that I am entitled to wear protective equipment without penalty, and I acknowledge that the Federation strongly encourages me to do so while WARNING that no protective equipment can guard against all injuries. If I am a parent or guardian of a junior exhibitor, I consent to the child’s participation and AGREE to all of the above provisions and AGREE to assume all of the obligations of this Release on the child’s behalf. I represent that I have the requisite training, coaching and abilities to safely compete in this competition. I AGREE that if I am injured at this competition, the medical personnel treating my injuries may provide information on my injury and treatment to the Federation on the official USEF accident/injury report form. BY SIGNING BELOW, I AGREE to be bound by all applicable Federation Rules and all terms and provisions of this entry blank and all terms and provisions of this Prize List. If I am signing and submitting this Agreement electronically, I acknowledge that my electronic signature shall have the same validity, force and effect as if I affixed my signature by my own hand.

GR839 Cruelty to and Abuse of a Horse 1. Cruelty to or the abuse of a horse by any person at a Licensed Competition is forbidden, constitutes a violation under Chapter 7, and renders the offender subject to penalty. The Show Committee must bar violators from further participation for the remainder of the competition. It is the duty of the competition officials and any properly constituted humane organization to report to the Federation any person who indulges in this practice for such further action as may be deemed appropriate.

GR845 Equine Vaccination Rule 1. At Federation licensed competitions, horses entering the grounds must be accompanied by documentation of Equine Influenza Virus and Equine Herpes Virus (Rhinopneumonitis) vaccinations within six months prior to entering the stables. Horses not in compliance with this rule may be required to leave the competition grounds upon request by Competition Management. Documentation should consist of one of the following methods mentioned below. The frequency of vaccine administration should be per the vaccine manufacturers’ or veterinarian’s recommendations. It is recommended that vaccines are administered by or under the direction of a veterinarian. 2. In the case of vaccines administered by a veterinarian, the exhibitor, upon request by Competition Management, must provide documentation from the veterinarian on documenting that the horse in question received the vaccinations; name of the vaccines and date of vaccine administration.

Sharps Containers: Competition management shall place a minimum of one sharps container per each competition, whether or not stabling is provided. Additionally, at least one sharps container per fifty occupied stalls for disposal of needles and other disposable sharp instruments in convenient location sin barns housing competition horses.

Dogs are not permitted to be loose on competition grounds and must be on a leash or otherwise contained. Individuals must not lead dogs on a leash while mounted. Dog owners are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from their dogs’ behaviors. Dog owners failing to comply with this rule may be subject to penalty under Chapters 6 and 7, as well as issuance of warning cards.

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GR1033 Officials: 1. Failure of an official to attend a competition with which he has a signed agreement or failure to perform his duties in accordance with the rules, or to officiate in the classes to which he is assigned shall constitute cause for disciplinary action as provided for in Chapters 6 and 7, except in cases of extreme emergency. No one shall approach a Judge with regard to a decision unless they first obtain permission from the Show Steward who may arrange an appointment with the Judge at a proper time and place.

Motorized Vehicle Statement: Minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind, including, but not limited to, golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles, on the competition grounds of licensed competitions. Minors who have a valid temporary license may operate the above described motorized vehicles as long as they are accompanied by an adult with a valid driver’s license. The parent/legal guardian or individual who signs the entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. Violations of this rule will be cause for penalties against those responsible for the child committing the offense. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule. The unsafe use of personal electronic transport devices, as determined by the competition officials and management in their sole discretion, that do not require a driver’s license to operate, including but not limited to segways, hover boards, and single wheeled scooters is prohibited on competition grounds. Operating such devices in areas where people gather may be deemed “unsafe use” if there is a risk of harm to others. If the operator of the device is a minor, the parent/legal guardian or individual who signs the entry blank as a parent or guardian of a minor operating the device in violation of this rule is accountable and may be subject to penalties. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule.

USEF Membership Statement (GR901.9) Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions at the Modified Level or above and Combined Driving Competitions at the Advanced Level, Dressage, Reining and Vaulting Competitions and Endurance Rides. A nonmember may participate as a handler, rider, driver, owner, lessee, agent, coach or trainer at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions, Dressage Competitions, Reining Competitions and Combined Driving Competitions upon payment of a $45 Show Pass fee. Participants in the following classes are exempted from the Requirements of this rule: 1) leadline; 2) exhibitions; 3) games and races; 4) classes for 4-H members; 5) walk trot (exception: Friesian performance FR222) and academy classes (academy classes are classes limited to horses used regularly in a lesson program); 6) USDF introductory level tests, pas de deux and quadrille classes; 7) NRHA Endorsed Reining Competitions. 8) Opportunity classes, 9) citizens of other nations who have proof, in English, of current membership in good standing of their own National Federation, 10) USEA beginner novice division; and 11) assistant handlers in Dressage Sport Horse Breeding classes.

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USDF Membership Benefits: USDF is dedicated to education, the recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For details on member benefits, including educational programs, awards, and other opportunities, refer to the USDF Member Guide or the USDF website at www.usdf.org.

Membership Requirements for USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized Competitions: Owners and riders, including foreign riders and owners who are not residents of the US, wishing to participate in a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition as a rider or owner/lessee, must have either a USDF Group Membership (GM), Participating Membership (PM), or have a USDF Non-Member (NM) identification number and pay the USDF Non-Member (NM) fee. (Note: USDF Business Members can own horses but cannot compete as riders with their USDF Business Membership.)

Horses competing at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions must have either a USDF Horse Identification (HID) number or a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR). Proper credentials or verification certificates must be presented to the competition secretary.

Riders and owners wishing to participate in a USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competition, and not able to present the competition secretary with verification of a USDF membership or NM identification, and USDF LHR or USDF HID, must complete a USDF Competition Affidavit Form and pay the $5 affidavit filing fee. A copy of a completed affidavit form from another competition may also be used for verification purposes for up to 60 days. (Exception: Affidavits cannot be used at Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships.)

Exceptions:

• Horses competing only in Individual Breed Classes (IBCs) at DSHB competitions, sires and dams of horses in DSHB group classes, where thosesires or dams are not actually competing in the same competition, horses competing only in breed restricted dressage or DSHB classes atRegular Competitions (e.g. all Arabian, all Friesian, or all Morgan classes), or in USDF Introductory Level tests, pas de deux or quadrille, areexempt from this requirement. Also exempt are horses ridden in leadline, exhibitions, games and races, classes for 4-H members, walk-trot,academy, and opportunity classes.

• Riders and owners/lessees competing only in classes which are exempt from the USDF HID requirements are also exempt from the USDF NMidentification number and NM fee requirements. Also exempt are handlers of horses competing in DSHB In-Hand or Group classes.

Memberships Defined Participating Membership (PM): A membership issued to an individual directly by USDF. The membership year is December 1 through November 30. PMs are available for 1-year ($90), 5-years ($360), or life ($1,800). A USDF Youth Participating Membership (YPM) is available for individuals who have not reached their 21st birthday by December 1 of the current membership year ($72). A PM allows the member to compete at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions and to participate as a rider and/or owner/lessee for all Adequan®/USDF Year-End Awards and the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championship program. Group Membership (GM): A membership issued to an individual by USDF when the member name and dues are submitted to USDF through an affiliate Group Member Organization (GMO). The GM year begins December 1 and ends November 30. A GM allows the member to compete at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions and participate in the USDF Rider Awards program. Business Membership (BM): A membership that runs December 1 through November 30 and is issued to a business or organization directly by USDF. The USDF BM ($240) offers a wider variety of advertising benefits. BMs satisfy requirements of horse ownership only. Non-Member (NM) Identification Number: For each USDF NM owner/lessee and USDF NM rider there will be a USDF NM fee of $35 per competition that must be collected by the show secretary and submitted to USDF, along with the USDF Report of Fees document and the $5 affidavit fee and Competition Affidavit Form if the person cannot provide a copy of their USDF NM card. Owners/lessees or riders exempt from the NM number requirements are also exempt from paying the USDF NM fee. If there are multiple owners of a horse and all are NMs, only one of the owners must pay the NM fee. If the horse has at least one owner who is a current USDF PM, GM, or BM there is no NM fee assessed. Competition management will be invoiced for all applicable USDF NM fees not received with the USDF post-competition paperwork, along with a report listing all USDF NMs. Competition management is then required to submit the NM fees within 30 days to the USDF. An individual with a USDF NM identification number is not eligible for any USDF membership benefits. Once a USDF NM number has been assigned, a USDF NM card can be obtained from the USDF website. Horse Identification (HID) Number: A one-time tracking number for horses ($35). Scores earned by a horse with an HID number will be recorded, but will NOT be counted towards Adequan®/USDF Year-End Awards. A horse with an HID number is not eligible to compete in Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional qualifying or championship classes. An HID number can be upgraded to a Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR) for a fee of $80. If a horse has a USDF LHR it does not need an HID number. An HID number is a one-time fee that does not need to be renewed. Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR): A horse with an LHR ($115) is eligible for Adequan®/USDF Year-End Awards, and eligible to compete in Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional qualifying and championship classes, assuming requirements for the owner and rider are met. If a horse has an LHR it does not need an HID number. An LHR does not need to be renewed.

How to Join USDF Applications for USDF Participating Membership (PM), Business Membership (BM), Horse Identification (HID) number, and Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR) may be found in the following locations:

• On the USDF website: www.usdf.org. You can submit the application online or download the form and fax or mail it to the USDF office.

• In the show office at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized competitions classified by USEF as Dressage Competitions, and Regular Competitionswhich are open to all breeds.

• By calling or writing the USDF office at (859) 971-2277, 4051 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511

The effective date of membership is the date the form and correct fees are received in the USDF office or, if applying at a competition, the date accepted by the competition secretary, provided the application is signed and dated by the competition secretary, member, and/or horse owner on that same day.

This

competition

is recognized

by USDF

for 2020

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JUNIOR DRESSAGE SCHOLARSHIPS

2020

S H O W P R I Z E L I S T S A R E A V A I L A B L E : www.stableviewfarm.com

M A I L A P P L I C AT I O N S T O : 117 Stable Dr, Aiken, SC, 29081. Separate applications must be fi lled for each show.

dre� age

Aiken, South Carolina“A Gathering Place”

WHOFor riders who have not turned 19 by December 31st, 2020.

WHATFree entries (Four classes plus equitation) and one free stall per a recipient, per a show.

WHEREA junior scholarship will be given for each show:

>> Summer Solstice: June 13 – 14 • Aiken, SC

>> Only In America: July 11 – 12 • Aiken, SC

>> Too Hot To Trot l: August 12 – 13 • Aiken, SC

>> Too Hot To Trot ll: August 15 – 16 • Aiken, SC

WHENDeadline for application for Summer Solstice is May 23rd, Only In America is June 20th, and Too Hot To Trot I & II is July 22nd. Applicants will be notifi ed within two weeks.

HOWApplicants must submit a 500 (or less) word letter with a photo to the show committee. The letter should include a quick bio (age, address, phone number, email, horse, trainer, school, etc.). It should also have a description of your training program and goals.

The photo can be a picture from your school, a snapshot, or a riding photo. This should be a copy since it will not be returned. Professional photos must include a photographer’s release for possible promotional reproduction. Entries may also be sent via email to [email protected].

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Rev 3/12/2019

2020 Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships

A single Regional Dressage Championship program organized by the United States Dressage Federation (USDF), and recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (USEF), will be held in each of the nine USDF regions. In addition, Alaska and Hawaii may each hold state championships if an official request from a Group Member Organization (GMO) is received by April 1 of the prior year. The Regional Championship Program Rules can be found on the USDF website at www.usdf.org. Please refer to the 2020 USDF Member Guide for the comprehensive list of rules and requirements for this program.

Membership/Registration Requirements for Qualifying and Championships All memberships and registrations/recordings must be correct and current at the time qualifying scores are earned and at the time

of the championships. Rider: Must have a USDF Participating* Membership (PM). Must have a USEF membership (Junior Active, Senior Active, or Life).

Horse: Must have a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration (LHR). Must have a USEF (Annual or Lifetime) Horse recording. USDF horse registration and USEF horse recording must be in the name(s) of the current owner(s) or lessee(s) of record.

A horse is not required to have breed registry papers.Owner: Must have a USDF Participating or Business Membership and a USEF membership (Junior Active, Senior Active, Life, or

Recorded Farm (with Active Farm Owner)). If the horse has more than one owner, at least one owner must have both activeUSEF membership and active USDF Participating or Business Membership and must be the owner of record with USEF andUSDF. For a business or farm to be the valid owner under this requirement, it must be listed as an owner of the horse withboth USEF and USDF.

* PMs are USDF members who join USDF directly. USDF Group Members (GM) are ineligible.

Minimum Qualifying Scores: One set of nationally-standardized qualifying scores has been established for all USEF/USDF Regional Championships, for Training Level through Grand Prix, in three divisions: open, adult amateur and junior/young rider. FEI Junior and FEI Young Rider classes have only one respective division. Freestyles have only open divisions.

The minimum percentages are as follows: OPEN AA JR/YR

Training Level (Test 3) 68% 63% 63% First Level (Test 3) 66% 62% 62% Second Level (Test 3) 64% 61% 61% Third Level (Test 3) 62% 60% 60% Fourth Level (Test 3) 62% 60% 60% FEI Junior (Team Test) — — 60% FEI Young Rider (Team Test) — — 60% Prix St. Georges 62% 60% 60% Intermediate I 62% 60% 60% Intermediate II 62% 60% 60% Grand Prix 60% 60% 60%

FREESTYLE OPEN AA JR/YR First Level 65% — — Second Level 65% — — Third Level 65% — — Fourth Level 65% — — Intermediate I 65% — — Grand Prix 65% __ __

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SCDCTA will sponsor the High Score Ribbon for SCDCTAmember/SCDCTA Reg Horse Pair at each USEF/USDF show.

SCDCTA members can earn required volunteer hours at USEF/USDF shows.

To become a member of the SCDCTA, please visit http://scdcta.com/membership.html

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3 YEAR OLD

4 YEAR OLD

5 YEAR OLD

6 YEAR OLD

ADEQUAN®/YEAR-END AWARDS*Materiale Horse of the Year Award

(min. 3 scores required)X X X

USEF Four-Year-Old Award(min. 4 scores required)^

X

FEI Five-Year-Old Award(min. 4 scores required)^

X

FEI Six-Year-Old Award(min. 4 scores required)^

X

BREEDERS CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES**Materiale Championships

(min. 1 score required of 72% or higher)Three-Year-Old Championship XFour-Year-Old Championship XFive-Year-Old Championship X

Complete Award/Championship Requirements Listed in the current USDF Member Guide

* Horse must have a USDF Lifetime Horse Registration Number (LHR)

* Rider must have a USDF PM* Owner must have a USDF Participating (PM) or Business Membership (BM)

For USDF Breeders Championship Series - to compete in the championships** Horse must have a USDF Horse Identification Number or LHR

OPPORTUNITIES FOR 3-6 YEAR OLD HORSES COMPETING IN MATERIALE AND/OR

USEF/FEI YOUNG HORSE TESTS

*Competition year starts October 1 and ends September 30

**Competition year starts January 1 and ends December 30

^Scores earned in the USEF Four- and FEI Five- & Six-Year-Old tests arealso eligible to be used towards a USDF Horse Performance Certificate

For Adequan®/USDF Year-End Awards - at the time scores are earned

** Rider must have a USDF PM** Owner must have a USDF PM, BM or non-member number

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Page 1 of 1 4051 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511

Phone: (859) 971-2277 • Fax: (859) 971-7722 • Web: www.usdf.org Competitions /rev. 10/01/19

New for 2020

Please be aware of the changes to USEF rules and USDF policies below. Please ensure that competition prize lists are updated accordingly.

Lessees Effective October 1, 2019, for the Adequan®/USDF Year-End and Rider Awards and Horse Performance Certificates; the horse must be exhibited in the name of the current USDF owner or lessee of record. If a lease is on file with USDF, the horse must be exhibited in the ownership of the lessee.

Change to Freestyle Prerequisite Requirements Effective December 1, 2019, the Freestyle prerequisites listed in USEF Rule DR129.9 are changing as follows: DR 129.9: “Except for USEF/USDF Championship classes and for FEI Pony Riders, FEI Junior, FEI Young Rider and FEI Para-Equestrian Freestyles, in order to enter a freestyle class at any level, a horse/rider combination must have received a minimum score of 63% for Training through Fourth levels and 60% for FEI levels in the highest test of the declared freestyle level or any test of a higher level at a USEF/USDF licensed Dressage Competition, Federation Licensed or FEI recognized Dressage Competition, or “open” Dressage class (i.e. open to all breeds) at a Federation Licensed Competition held prior to the competition where the horse/rider combination is entered to ride a freestyle class. A photocopy of the test verifying eligibility, or copy of the USDF score verification, must be submitted with the entry for a freestyle class.”

Changes to the Map and Qualification Rules for the USDF Breeders Championship Series Effective January 1, 2020, horses can qualify for an in-hand championship class held at a

USDF Breeders Championship Series Final competition with a score of 75%. The map outlining the boundaries of the USDF Breeders Championship Series has been updated

to alter series boundaries and names. Horses may now compete in the series final competition of their choice, regardless of where

qualification was earned. Horses may still only compete in one series final competition.

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USDF Statement on Animal WelfareThe United States Dressage Federation, Inc. (USDF), a federation of over 100 independent organizations throughout the United States with a member-ship of nearly 30,000 members, supports the concept of ethical treatment of animals.

Dressage is a classical method of training horses, based upon the horse’s natural responses, as carried out in a gradual, planned program during which the horse’s athletic abilities are improved in a systematic manner. As a result, the horse becomes capable, comfortable, and responsive in partnership with the rider without the use of force. Dressage competition at various levels of achievement is the ultimate test of the training program to determine whether the desired harmony between horse and rider has been achieved.

The rules pertaining to dressage competition prohibit the use of artificial appliances, training aids, and drugs, which would force the horse to submit. Instead, the emphasis is upon training and a cooperative partnership with the rider. Major competitions are carefully monitored to assure that there is no unnecessary force or harshness displayed.

Unlike other horse sports in which horses enter training at a relatively immature state, dressage training is usually not seriously begun until the horse is three or four. The top levels of achievement require five or more years of progressive training and it is not unusual to see horses in international competition in their late teens. This, in itself, places a premium on good care and soundness throughout the horse’s life.

While supporting the concept of animal welfare in its broadest form, the United States Dressage Federation, Inc., also recognizes that it is unrealistic to ascribe human emotions and responses to the horse which in its wild state is a creature of flight, living a hard and precarious existence. Under domes-tication, the horse is assured of ample food, water, and shelter, as well as protection against infectious diseases and damaging parasites, thus leading a longer and healthier life with a high rate of survival.

As an educational organization, USDF has numerous programs, which teach people how to pursue the accepted, humane training methods. A program of certifying instructors also emphasizes protecting the horse’s welfare in pursuit of dressage training.

United States Dressage Federation4051 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511

Phone: 859-971-2277, Fax: 859-971-7722, [email protected], www.usdf.org

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_________________

2020

COMPETITION NAME COMPETITION DATES

Official Use Only BRIDLE #

NAME OF HORSE PREVIOUS NAME (IF ANY) USEF# USDF# FOR SALE

BREED SEX HEIGHT COLOR COGGINS DATE (ENCLOSED COPY) SIRE DAM

DAM’S SIRE COUNTRY OF BIRTH YEAR OF BIRTH BREEDER FEI/PASSPORT # GROOM

RIDER/HANDLER

USEF# USDF# FEI/LOCAL#

ADDRESS

CITY/ST/ZIP

CELL PHONE JR/YOUNG RIDER BIRTHDAY

EMAIL ADDRESS

RIDER CITIZENSHIP (IF NOT USA )

RIDER STATUS (CIRCLE ONE): JR/YG AA OPEN

OWNER

USEF# USDF# LOCAL#

ADDRESS

CITY/ST/ZIP

CELL PHONE

EMAIL ADDRESS

OWNER CITIZENSHIP (IF NOT USA )

TRAINER

USEF# USDF# LOCAL#

ADDRESS

CITY/ST/ZIP

CELL PHONE

EMAIL ADDRESS

COACH

USEF# USDF# LOCAL#

ADDRESS

CITY/ST/ZIP

Please Fill Out Both Sides of This Form. Reverse side MUST be SIGNED.

Stabling Information & Special Requests: Please list only ONE name (either individual or barn) for entire group (so we can get everyone together)

Group/Self Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon

Stalls

Tack Stalls

Stable Group: Contact:

CLASS NO. DIVISION CLASS DESCRIPTION QUAL Y/N FEES

SUBTOTAL CLASS FEES AND QUALIFYING FEES

USEF Show Pass FEES $45 PER NON-MEMBER

USDF NON MEMBER FEE $35 PER NON-MEMBER

OFFICE FEE AND/OR BRIDLE # FEE

USEF HORSE FEES

$8 USEF FEE + $15 DRUG FEE = $23.00

STABLING FEES STALL @ $ /STALL

TACK STALLS STALL @ $ /STALL

BEDDING BALES @ $ /BALE

NON COMPETING HORSE FEE

SPONSORSHIP

GROUNDS FEE OR OTHER FEES

OTHER

LATE/CHANGE/BANK CHARGES FOR CC

TOTAL FEES

$200$200

$8

$30

$20

$23

$20

RV Hook-up

Accommodations

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MY SIGNATURE BELOW CERTIFIES THAT! HAVE READ THIS ENTIRE DOCUMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, I VOLUNTARY SURRENDER CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS.

EMAIL ADDRESS

DATE

WITNESS

SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN IF UNDER 18

PHONE#

SIGNATURE (MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER)

PRINT NAME

PRINT NAME

RELEASE AND INDEMNITYS T A B L E V I E W , L L C

WEREAS, IN CONSIDERATION FOR AND AS AN INDUCEMENT FOR CYNTHIA A. OLLIFF, BARRY M. OLLIFF AND STABLE VIEW, LLC AGREEING TO ALLOW THE UNDERSIGNED TO ENGAGE IN EQUINE ACTIVITIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO RIDING, TRAINING, BOARDING AND/OR CARING FOR HORSES OWNED, LEASED OR UNDER THE CONTROL OF THE UNDERSIGNED (THE ‘’HORSES”) AT THE FACILITY OF THE AFORESAID LOCATED ON SPRINGFIELD CHURCH ROAD (THE”EQUESTRIAN CENTER”), ALL IN AIKEN COUNTY. SOUTH CAROLINA, THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY AGREES AS FOLLOWS:

____ 1. I (WE) AGREE TO HOLD CYNTHIA A. OLLIFF AND BARRY M. OLLIFF (COLLECTIVELY. THE’’OLLIFFS”), AND STABLE VIEW, LLC (“SV”), THEIR MEMBERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, VOLUNTEERS AND EMPLOYEES HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIM FOR LOSS OR INJURY THAT MAY BE ALLEGED TO HAVE BEEN CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY TO ANY PERSON OR THING (INCLUDING THE HORSES) BY THE ACT OF OTHER PERSONS, OWNERS, GUARDIANS AND/OR THEIR ANIMALS WHILE AT THE FARM.

____ 2. I (WE) ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT THE COMPANY. SV AND THE OLLIFFS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SICKNESS, DISEASE, THEFT, DEATH OR INJURY WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY THE HORSE(S) WHILE AT THE FARM. I (WE) UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT ALL RISKS RELATED TO BOARDING, TRAINING, RIDING AND SHIPPING OF HORSE(S), OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON, ARE TO BE BORNE BY US. I (WE) FURTHER AGREE TO HOLD COMPANY, SV AND THE OLLIFFS HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIM FOR LOSS TO OUR HORSE(S) BY DISAPPEARANCE, THEFT, DEATH OR OTHERWISE, AND FROM ANY CLAIM FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY TO OUR HORSE(S), WHETHER SUCH LOSS, DISAPPEARANCE, THEFT, DAMAGE OR INJURY, BE CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF COMPANY, SC OR THE OLLIFFS, OR BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF ANY OTHER PERSON, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE OR CAUSES. THIS WAIVER RELATES SPECIFICALLY TO STABLE VIEW LLC. RIDING ON ADJACENT PROPERTY INVOLVES RISKS FOR WHICH STABLE VIEW LLC CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE.

____ 3. I (WE) HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THE RISKS RELATED TO COVID-19 A/K/A THE CORONAVIRUS. I AGREE TO HOLD SV HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIM FOR ILLNESS OR DEATH ARISING FROM THE VIRUS THAT MAY BE ALLEGED TO HAVE BEEN CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM EXPOSURE TO THE VIRUS AT ANY SV FUNCTION OR FACILITY. I AGREE THAT SV SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SICKNESS, DISEASE, OR DEATH WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY MYSELF OR ANY GUEST OR INVITEE OF MINE ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE VIRUS. I AGREE THAT ALL RISKS RELATING TO THE VIRUS ARE TO BE BORNE BY ME. I HEREBY ASSUME THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND SAVE SV HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL LOSS AND EXPENSES (INCLUDING LEGAL AND EXPERT WITNESS FEES ACTUALLY INCURRED) BY REASON OF THE LIABILITY IMPOSED UPON SV DUE TO ILLNESS, INCLUDING

DEATH AT ANY TIME RESULTING THEREFROM, SUSTAINED TO MYSELF, MY GUESTS AND INVITEES, ON ACCOUNT OF THE VIRUS. I EXPRESSLY WARRANT AND REPRESENT TO SV THAT NEITHER I NOR ANY OF MY GUESTS OR INVITEES HAVE KNOWINGLY CONTRACTED NOR BEEN EXPOSED TO THE VIRUS NOR ARE ANY OF THE AFORESAID EXHIBITING ANY SYMPTOMS OF THE VIRUS. IN THE EVENT THAT I LATER DISCOVER THAT THE AFORESAID REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTY IS FALSE IN ANY MANNER, I AGREE TO IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY SVAND PROVIDE AS MUCH DETAILED INFORMATION AS IS AVAILABLE.

____ 4. I (WE) HEREBY ASSUME THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND SAVE COMPANY, SV AND THE OLLIFFS HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL LOSS AND EXPENSES (INCLUDING LEGAL AND EXPERT WITNESS FEES ACTUALLY INCURRED) BY REASON OF THE LIABILITY IMPOSED UPON ANY OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PARTIES DUE TO BODILY INJURIES, INCLUDING DEATH AT ANY TIME RESULTING THEREFROM, SUSTAINED TO ANY PERSON OR PERSONS, INCLUDING MYSELF (OURSELVES) OR ON ACCOUNT OF DAMAGE TO PROPERTY,ARISING FROM OUR HORSE(S), HOWSOEVER SUCH INJURIES, DEATH OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR PERSON MAY BE CAUSED, AND WHETHER OR NOT THE SAME MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY OR ALLEGED TO HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF COMPANY, SV OR THE OLLIFFS, OR THEIR AGENTS OR ANY OTHER PERSONS.

____ 5. I (WE) EXPRESSLY ASSUME ALL RISKS FOR MYSELF, GUARDIANS, MY CHILDREN, MY PETS AND MY ANIMALS HEREUNDER.

____ 6. (WE) ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE, BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE AND INDEMNITY, THAT PURSUANT TO S.C. CODE ANNOTATED SECTION 47-9-720, AN EQUINE ACTIVITY SPONSOR OR AN EQUINE PROFESSIONAL IS NOT LIABLE FOR AN INJURY TO OR THE DEATH OF A PARTICIPANT RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISK OF EQUINE ACTIVITY, AND NO PARTICIPANT OR PARTICIPANT’S REPRESENTATIVE MAY MAKE A CLAIM AGAINST, MAINTAIN AN ACTION AGAINST, OR RECOVER FROM AN EQUINE ACTIVITY SPONSOR, OR AN EQUINE PROFESSIONAL FOR INJURY, LOSS, DAMAGE, OR DEATH OF THE PARTICIPANT RESULTING FROM AN INHERENT RISK OF EQUINE ACTIVITY.

____ 7. I (WE) UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE WAIVING THE RIGHT TO BRING A LAWSUIT OR MAKE ANY OTHER CLAIM AGAINST COMPANY, SV OR THE OLLIFFS, THEIR MEMBERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, VOLUNTEERS AND EMPLOYEES, AND I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT THIS RELEASE AND INDEMNITY WILL BE PRESENTED AS A COMPLETE DEFENSE AGAINST ME IF I (WE) DO BRING ANY LAWSUIT OR CLAIM AGAINST COMPANY, SV OR THE OLLIFFS, THEIR MEMBERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, VOLUNTEERS AND/OR EMPLOYEES. THIS RELEASE AND INDEMNITY SHALL BE BINDING UPON MY (OUR) HEIRS, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS AND ASSIGN.

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UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION : 4001 WING COMMANDER WAY : LEXINGTON, KY 40511 : 859.258.2472 : FAX 859.231.6662 : USEF.ORG

FEDERATION ENTRY AGREEMENTBy entering a Federation-licensed Competition and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Driver, Rider, Handler, Vaulter or Longeur and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am subject to the Bylaws and Rules of The United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. (the “Federation”) and the local rules of __________________________(Competition). I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Rules of the Federation and of the competition. I will accept as final the decision of the Hearing Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to release and hold harmless the competition, the Federation, their officials, directors and employees for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in consideration of acceptance of entry, the Federation and/or the Competition may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cable - casts, broadcasts, internet, film, new media or other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the competition for the promotion, coverage or benefit of the competition, sport, or the Federation. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensa-tion, invasion of privacy, right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of Federation rules are governed by the laws of the State of New York, and any action instituted against the Federation must be filed in New York State. See GR908.4.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS DOCUMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY, UNDERSTAND ALL OF ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND KNOW IT CONTAINS AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER FROM LIABILITY, AS WELL AS A HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION OBLIGATIONS.

By signing below, I (as the participant or as the Parent/Legal Guardian of the minor identified below) hereby accept and agree to the terms and condi-tions of this Agreement in connection with my (or the minor’s) participation in any USEF Event. If, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf or the minor’s behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities as the result of such claim.

BY SIGNING BELOW, I AGREE to be bound by all applicable Federation Rules and all terms and provisions of this entry blank and all terms and provisions of this Prize List. If I am signing and submitting this Agreement electronically, I acknowledge that my electronic signature shall have the same validity, force and effect as if I affixed my signature by my own hand.

RIDER/DRIVER/HANDLER/VAULTER/LONGEUR (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________

Print Name: ___________________________________________

TRAINER (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________

Print Name: ___________________________________________

OWNER/AGENT (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________

Print Name: ___________________________________________

COACH (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________

Print Name: ___________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: (Required if Rider/Driver/Handler/Vaulter/Longeur is a minor) _______________________________________________________________________

Print Parent//Guardian Name: _______________________________Emergency Contact Phone No. __________________________________

Is Rider/Driver/Vaulter a U.S. Citizen: __Yes __ No

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UNITED STATES EQUESTRIAN FEDERATION : 4001 WING COMMANDER WAY : LEXINGTON, KY 40511 : 859.258.2472 : FAX 859.231.6662 : USEF.ORG

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY,ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENTFor and in consideration of United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. dba US Equestrian (“USEF”) allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in any capacity (including as a rider, driver, handler, vaulter, longeur, lessee, owner, agent, coach, official, trainer or volunteer) in a USEF sanctioned, licensed or approved event or activity, including but not limited to equestrian clinics, practices, shows, competitions and related or incidental activities (“USEF Event” or “USEF Events”); I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, admin-istrators, successors,, and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Agreement (the “Agreement”):

A. RULES AND REGULATIONS: I hereby agree to be bound and abide by the rules, regulations, and policies of USEF as published in the USEF Rule Book andon the website at www.usef.org, as amended from time to time.

B. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: I knowingly, willingly, and voluntarily acknowledge the inherent risks associated with the sport of equestrian and know thathorseback riding and related equestrian activities are inherently dangerous, and that participation in any USEF Event involves risks and dangers including, with-out limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury (including broken bones, head or neck injuries), sickness and disease (including communicable diseases),trauma, pain & suffering, permanent disability, paralysis and death; loss of or damage to personal property (including my mount & equipment) arising out of theunpredictable behavior of horses; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; accidents involving other participants, event staff, volunteers or specta-tors; contact or collision with other participants and horses, natural or manmade objects; adverse weather conditions; facilities issues and premises conditions;failure of protective equipment (including helmets); inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control ofthe USEF Event organizers and competition management; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”).

EQUINE ACTIVITY LIABILITY ACT WARNING:CAUTION: HORSEBACK RIDING AND EQUINE ACTIVITIES CAN BE DANGEROUS. RIDE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Under the laws of most States, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for any injury to, or the death of, a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities.

C. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I understand that the aforementioned Risks may be caused in whole or in part or result directly or indirectly from the negligenceof my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the USEF Events, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Par-ties defined below, and I hereby voluntarily and knowingly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses that Iincur as a result of my participation in any USEF Events. I also agree to be responsible for any injury or damage caused by me, my horse, my employees orcontractors under my direction and control at any USEF Event.

D. WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNITY: In conjunction with my participation in any USEF Event, I hereby release, waiveand covenant not to sue, and further agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the following parties: USEF, USEF Recognized Affiliate Associations,the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), USEF clubs, members, Event participants (including athletes/riders, coaches, trainers, judg-es/officials, and other personnel), the Event owner, licensee, and competition managers; the promoters, sponsors, or advertisers of any USEF Event; anycharity or other beneficiary which may benefit from the USEF Event; the owners, managers, or lessors of any facilities or premises where a USEF Event maybe held; and all directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, and volunteers of any of the aforementioned parties (Individually and Collectively, the“Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss, or expense (includingcourt costs and reasonable attorney fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to my participation inthe USEF Events, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties.

E. COMPLETE AGREEMENT AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE: This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issuesand no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to beunlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity andenforceability of any remaining provisions.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS DOCUMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY, UNDERSTAND ALL OF ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND KNOW IT CONTAINS AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE AND WAIVER FROM LIABILITY, AS WELL AS A HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION OBLIGATIONS.

By signing below, I (as the participant or as the Parent/Legal Guardian of the minor identified below) hereby accept and agree to the terms and condi-tions of this Agreement in connection with my (or the minor’s) participation in any USEF Event. If, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf or the minor’s behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities as the result of such claim.RIDER/DRIVER/HANDLER/VAULTER/LONGEUR (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________Print Name: ___________________________________________

TRAINER (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________Print Name: ___________________________________________

OWNER/AGENT (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________Print Name: ___________________________________________

COACH (mandatory)

Signature: ____________________________________________Print Name: ___________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: (Required if Rider/Driver/Handler/Vaulter/Longeur is a minor) _______________________________________________________________________

Print Parent//Guardian Name: _______________________________Emergency Contact Phone No. __________________________________Is Rider/Driver/Vaulter a U.S. Citizen: __Yes __ No