PAGE 28 2017 BAKER COUNTY FAIR OFFICIAL PREMIUM BOOK
TACK, ATTIRE, GROOMING REQUIREMENTS
1. Horses that will be ridden in the show must be shod or trimmed. It is recommended that this be done 7-10 days prior to the competition so as not to cause lameness. Horses that will only be shown in Ground Training or Showmanship should have their feet trimmed.
2. Exhibitors are to wear boots and long sleeved shirts. Belts are required if there are pant loops. Long hair must be restrained with nets, braids, etc., to allow a clear view of the competitor’ s number which must be placed squarely on their back before entering the arena. It is suggested that the number be pinned on the top and bottom so the wind does not flip it upside down. Members should know what their number is. Clothing should be clean and neat( freshly pressed) and should be appropriate for the class being entered. Pants should be long enough to reach the heel of the boot when mounted in western classes. Gloves and ties are optional. Helmets required for all riding classes. 3. Chaps are not allowed except in trail and western pleasure. 4. Spurs are allowed but must be used properly. 5. All tack must be clean, safe, in good repair, adjusted properly and meet all requirements and specifications in the 4-H Projects Materials. Silver will not count toward a higher score than a plain working outfit. Western saddles must have stirrup keepers and meet all requirements and specifications in the current 4-H Contest Guide and 4-H Horse Project materials.
6. Protective boots are allowed to be worn in designated classes: games, jumping, reining, ground training, kindergarten, working ranch horse.
7. In showmanship, horses must be shown in a halter or a show bridle. Riding bridles are not allowed.
8. Horses must be clean and well groomed for all events. Fetlocks, bridle paths, whiskers and jowl hairs should be trimmed. Mane and tail length is optional, but must be well cared for. Fly spray should be applied regularly. No hoof dressing.
MISCELLANEOUS 1. All exhibitors must enter and show in Showmanship. Conformation of the horse is not judged in this class. 2. Dogs are not allowed on the grounds, except guide dogs.
They must be supervised.
3. Stallions over the age of 1 may NOT be exhibited or present on the grounds. No wet mares.( Mares with nursing foals.)
4. The Danish system of judging will be used except in those classes designated otherwise. 5. Mules and donkeys may be used as Horse Projects. 6. Members earning awards are required to write and mail thank-you’ s to the donor within 10 days of the show. No exceptions. Without our generous donors, we wouldn’ t be able to have our trophies and awards. 7. Members needing gate holds between classes must request them in advance. They will be no longer than 10 minutes. 8. Only the 4-H / FFA member is allowed to ride or care for their horse except in cases when disciplinary action is needed that might risk a member’ s safety. Any 4-H / FFA member who is not covered by 4-H / FFA insurance may not ride or handle the horse during the fair.
AWARDS
* All contestants will receive a Blue, Red, or White ribbon for each class unless designated otherwise. Premiums, will be paid after records are received and judged. Some classes may not be awarded premiums if there is a shortage of funds. * Champions and Reserve Champions will be selected from the blue ribbons in each class. Highest score Champion, second highest Reserve Champion.
* A special award will be given to the Champion of each class.
High Point Overall 4-H / FFA Horseman This award is given to the individual receiving the most points in 4-H Horse Project Countywide activities including: County Horse Judging Day, County Horse Bowl, County Presentations, 6 points each, no additional points awarded for ribbons. Contestants must compete in at least 2 of the above events, submit the essay below and participate in the 4-H / FFA Horse Show. Classes at the 4-H / FFA Horse show include In-Hand Trail, Trail, Showmanship, Kindergarten Pleasure, Western Pleasure, Western Equitation, Bareback Equitation, Dressage, Hunter Hack, English Pleasure, English Equitation, and Pleasure Driving. Contestants are required to compete in the underlined classes and may also include scores from up to three additional classes offered at this show. ** Contestants will earn 3 points for each blue, 2 points for each red, 1 point for each white, 2 extra points for each champion, 1 point extra for each reserve champion. Overall Grand Champion classes do not contribute to the score.
A written essay is also required to be eligible for this award. The title of the essay will be,“ What my horse has learned from me”. A well trained horse is a pleasure to be around and often times very useful. Control through positive reinforcement training is very important. In the case of your horse, what methods of control have worked best for you and why? Give examples: 4 for Jr., 5 for Int., and 6 for Sen. Some ideas might be: from the ground, in harness, from the saddle, at liberty, etc. The following rules will apply to this essay: Typed, single-spaced, Time Roman, font 12pt.
• Your name and age level
• Juniors = 200 words minimum
• Intermediates = 350 words minimum
• Seniors = 500 words minimum
• Protected in a folder, not a notebook
Due in the Extension office by Friday, July 21, 2017, 5:00pm. The top three essays will be selected.
High Point Horse Exhibitors These awards are given to one individual in each of the following age divisions Junior, Intermediate, Senior. Contestants are required to compete in the following classes: Showmanship, Western Pleasure, English Pleasure, Western Equitation, English Equitation, and Trail. The scores from in each class will be accumulated to determine the high point in each age division.
Dressage Champion It is the Judge’ s discretion to choose the High Point Individual from the highest scores of each riding test. This competitor will be awarded a perpetually rotating trophy and also an individual plaque to keep.
Sportsmanship Award * This award will be given to the contestant demonstrating outstanding qualities throughout the year Including; an eagerness to learn and share knowledge and experience with others within the Horse program, courtesy, respect, and pleasant attitude with others, good attendance within 4-H group. A good working relationship with peers, leaders and their horse. This individual will maintain a positive attitude no matter the outcome of a competitive situation.