SCHEDULE of EVENTS for 2010
Printable Schedule

Contact Information

TIMES for the
SPRING FLING COMBINED TEST & DRESSAGE SHOW
MARCH 13, 2010

THE SHOW IS CANCELLED 
WE TRIED!
Because our arenas and XC field drain well,
and because we had all worked hard 
--compacting the arenas, clearing the drains, etc. -- 
we thought we were in good shape.
Despite all the rain we have been having, at 1 PM today
things were looking good!  The tents and dressage arenas  were set up, the programs printed and packets stuffed, 
the music programmed and steward reports run, etc., etc.,
BUT
the two downpours this afternoon,
on already saturated land 
were too much for us.
The parking, the warm-up areas, the XC field, and finally even the arenas are saturated with standing water on top. 

We have cancelled, as we indicated we would if weather 
made riding unsafe or unpleasant.

We will be sending an email with the details of the weather cancellation policy for this show ASAP.  
If you don't receive that email within a day please contact us.

We want to thank each and everyone of you for your support and your calls of concern.  
We were really looking forward to seeing you all this weekend!

RAIN CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS SHOW
Due to the extraordinary amount of rain this winter, 
we have changed our rain policy for this show only.
In general our policy has been to run a show despite inclement weather 
unless it is unsafe, or the footing is unrideable.
However, for this show we will cancel if the weather is cold, wet and miserable.
If we cancel we will refund the entire entry fee minus a $15 admin/set up fee.

REMINDER: DO NOT USE MAPQUEST or GPS DEVICES FOR DIRECTIONS TO THE FARM
(Somewhere, deep in the annals of the map IT world, our location is off by about 15 miles.)
Click here for: Map to Ashland Farm

Important Information for all Show Participants
2010 Dressage Tests
Map to Ashland Farm
Local Accommodations

DO NOT USE MAP QUEST !!!!!!!

March 13, 2010

Judges:  Mindy Friesen (r) Newnan, GA
Pam Kimble (L) Oxford, GA

Opening Day: February 9, 2010
Closing Day: March 2, 2010

OUR XC FIELD WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOLING
DURING THE SHOW!
ENTRY FORM

RAIN CANCELLATION POLICY

May 8, 2010

Judge(s): Greta Pell (L) Hogansville, GA

Opening Day: April 6, 2010
Closing Day: April 27, 2010
 

June 5, 2010

July 17, 2010

September 4, 2010

Judges:  Mindy Friesen (r) Newnan, GA
Pam Kimble (L) Oxford, GA

 Opening Date:  February 9, 2010
Closing Date: March 2, 2010

PLEASE NOTE: The XC Field will be available for schooling for a fee of $20
for those entered in the show.  An additional $20 Admin/EMT fee is required
for those coming to school only.

RAIN CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS SHOW

The XC Field will be available for schooling for a fee of $20 for those
enrolled in the show.  An additional $20 Admin/EMT fee will be
required for those not entered in the show.

RAIN CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS SHOW

ASHLAND FARM'S
FIRST ANNUAL SUMMER PACE

In Celebration of
LAND and WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
&
NATIONAL TRAILS DAY

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Printable Class List 
Entry Form
Fun Fauna Facts

OPENING DATE: May 4, 2010
CLOSING DATE: May 25, 2010

PRINTABLE MAP TO ASHLAND FARM
PLEASE DO NOT USE MAP QUEST or TRUST GPS DEVICES.
Somehow, somewhere in the depths of the map IT world, our location is off by about 15 miles! 
 

Our Summer Pace, similar to our Hunter Pace in the Fall, is an opportunity to ride out with friends,

going fast or slow, jumping or going around the jumps, and to have a grand time doing it. 

But the Summer Pace serves a larger purpose in that it coincides with National Trails Day and the Equestrian Land Conservation Resource organization’s efforts to raise awareness about the growing crisis of

loss of land for horse related activities. 

Our event reflects upon these efforts and attempts to focus attention on the need to address this crisis

locally: from private farms such as ours, working hard to hold on to the land to keep it from being

developed, to more publicly accessible lands.

But who says you can’t be serious and have fun at the same time? 

Disguised as a competition, the winners are those in each division who come in at the time closest to

the optimum time.  The optimum time is roughly determined by the speed at which a fox hunter would

safely negotiate the terrain.  The optimum time is predetermined.   

 (A walk = 100-120 mpm; Trot = 220-240 mpm; Canter = 350-400 mpm)

DEFINITION OF DIVISIONS

All divisions are ridden in teams of two or more, except for the Coyote Run. The competition is judged on time. The winners are those who complete their ride in the time closest to the optimum (NOT THE FASTEST) time. Each division's course will be clearly marked, and there will be spotters along the way.
 All jumps are optional.
 

WHY NOT ADD A COYOTE* RUN!

A 1000 meter cross country course to be ridden at 350 mpm.
 Has 8 - 10 obstacles ranging from 18" to 3' 3"
All jumps are optional.
Judged only on optimum time (350 mpm)
(Optimum is NOT the fastest time!)
A great tune up for your next recognized event
And it's fun!

Entry Fees

Wading Wood Ducks $25.00
Trotting Turkeys $30.00
Flying Falcons $35.00
Coyote Run $20.00 
Admin / EMT Fee: $20
Late Fee (after closing date): $10  Incomplete Entry Fee: $10
NO LATE FEE FOR COYOTE RUN.
COYOTE RUN MAY BE ADDED ON DAY OF SHOW

Times will be posted on or before Thursday, June 3, 2010
NO REFUNDS after closing date

* Be sure to read the FUN FAUNA FACTS page for information on the animals after which we’ve named our rides!  

ASHLAND FARM EVENT GUIDELINES

• Please make your check out to Ashland Farm.
• Please mail all entries to: Ashland farm, 516 Hwy 81 SW, Covington, GA 30014
• GENERAL FEES: 
  * A $20 Admin/EMT fee will be charged at each show, per entry, for each horse/rider combination.
  *  Incomplete entries make extra work and will be charged a $10 fee.  Please submit your entries on time, with a check and these required items:
    1.  All GDCTA recognized shows must include a signed GDCTA
         "Hold Harmless" release, unless we already have a signed 2009
          release from you on file.
    2.  Proof of negative coggins within 1 year of event must be submitted with entry
    3.  The Ashland Farm release form must also be signed.  A parent must sign
         release for riders under 18. 
  *  Late Fee (after the closing date): $10
  *  Returned check fee:  $20
  *  Non-competing horse fee:  $20
• Refund policy:
  *  Before closing date, check will be returned minus a $10 admin fee. 
  *  After closing date, no refund.
  *  If a show is cancelled we will refund 50% of the entry fee.
• Attire: informal, but clean and neat.  All riders must wear helmets and boots with heels.
  Protective vest for XC is recommended.
• All USDF Dressage Tests are the 2007 tests.
  All USEF Eventing Tests are the 2006 tests. 
• All dogs must be leashed.  Small children must be actively supervised at all times.
• Times will be posted at www.ashlandfarm.com on the Thursday prior to each event.
  (If all entries are complete & on time, times will be posted earlier.)
• All ride times are tentative.  Organizers reserve the right to change ride times.
• Ribbons awarded 1st thru 6th place.
• Results will be posted on our web site following each event.
• All events will be held at our Event Facility.  Use the entrance at 1541 Hwy 138. 
  PLEASE USE OUR MAP.  
  DO NOT USE MAP QUEST!!!!!
• We have a limited number of stalls available in our Guest Barn.
• Stabling Fee does not include clean up.  Stall must be left clean. 
  Please call early to reserve a stall.

Ashland Farm