ESDCTA NJ Horse Trials

USEA Event ID: 17766ESDCTA New Jersey H.T. | Allentown, New Jersey (AREA 2)

Event Date: Sep 25 – 26, 2021 Open Date: Aug 10 Close Date: Sep 7

Directions:
North & South: NJ turnpike to exit 7A go East on I 195 to Exit 11. Turn left at top of ramp. At stop sign turn right on County Rt 524 Horse Park is on left 1.5 miles GPS Address 626 Rt 524, Allentown NJ 08501

Divisions
USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: T,N,BN
USEF/USEA Recognized: I,P
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter

Tentative Schedule:
Fri: Cross-country open for inspection at 3 pm. Sat:I, T, BN: Dressage-8:00am: Show Jumping-9:20 am; Cross-country starts at 9:32 am. Cross Country times will be 10-12 min after rider’s Show Jumping round. Sun:P, N, St: Dressage-8:00am: Show Jumping-9:20 am; Cross-country starts at 9:32 am. Cross Country times will be 10-12 min after rider’s Show Jumping round.

Starting Times:
Posted here

Event Officials
TD:Gale Fox (NY) Judges: Pres:Sally Ike (NJ), Dressage Judges: Kem Barbosa, (NJ); Susan Sinelnik (NJ) SJ Judge: Pam Wiedemann (PA)CD: XC/SJ: Morgan Rowsell (NJ)

Entry Information
Send Entries to:
Diane Engler 1419 Artisan Court Breinigsville Pa 18031 610-730-0371 (7 pm – 9 pm only please) kaboomer1964@gmail.com (best method to reach the secretary) Make checks payable to ESDCTA, Inc.

Organizer:
Management ESDCTA, Manager Gary Maholic, 4533 Old Oak Road, Doylestown, PA 18902-8809, 215-489-1557, gary@esdcta.org

Fees:
Event Fees Directory – see individual sections. Make checks payable to ESDCTA, Inc.Entries Postmarked August 10 – August 24: I:$230;P: $215.00; T: $195.00; N: $185.00; BN: $175.00, Starter: $135. Entries Postmarked August 25 – September 7:I: $255;P: $245.00; T: $235.00; N: $225.00; BN: $215.00. Starter: $180 Post entries accepted after the closing date through Sept. 21 at the discretion of the organizer and will include a $50 late fee. There is a $25 nonrefundable office fee per entry included in the above fees. Refund policy: Refunds will be given for cancellations received in writing, or email prior toclosing date less $25 office fee. Refunds will be given after closing date, less $30 office fee if the ride times can be filled from the waiting list. Refunds for stabling will be given regardless less $25 per day/night. Refunds due to injury of horse or rider: Rider/Owner MUST notify the secretary in writing or email prior to the competition and MUST provide doctor/veterinary note specifically indicating rider/horse are not physically able to compete at the competition. No refunds will be given after closing date or “acts of God” which require the management to cancel divisions or day of competition. Entry Refunds will be as follows: ST $75 BN $100, N $115, T $130, P $170, I: $190 . Stabling $15 day/night. Horses from out of state must have current Health Certificate. USEA Starter/D&M Fees and COVID-19 Recovery Fee Refund Policy: The USEA Starter and D&M fees ($25) and COVID-19 Recovery fee ($5), are not subjected to office fees, and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not start the dressage test.

Entries:
Entry fees include a $25 non-refundable office fee. Double entries not accepted. USEA membership (Full, Junior, Life) and horse registration (Limited, Full) required at all levels, except Starter. Starter is exempt from USEA membership/horse registration and the USEA Starter/D&M and COVID-19 Recovery fees do not apply. Post entries accepted after the closing date through Sept 24 at the discretion of the organizer and will include a $50 late fee. Non-competing horses must pay a $25 fee plus haul in fee of $20, sign in at the office and wear an assigned number while on the Horse Park grounds. No changes to entry after closing dates unless allowed by secretary, but absolutely no changes will be accepted after Sept 24. Each change will cost $30 Include e-mail address on entry. Refund policy: Refunds will be given for cancellations received in writing,or email prior toclosing date less $25 office fee. Refunds will be given after closing date, less $30 office fee if the ride times can be filled from the waiting list. Refunds for stabling will be given regardless less $25 per day/night. Refunds due to injury of horse or rider: Rider/Owner MUST notify the secretary in writing or email prior to the competition and MUST provide doctor/veterinary note specifically indicating rider/horse are not physically able to compete at the Sept. 27 competition. No refunds will be given after closing date or “acts of God” which require the management to cancel divisions or day of competition. Entry Refunds will be as follows: ST $75 BN $100, N $115, T $130, P $170, I: $190. Stabling $15 day/night. Horses from out of state must have current Health Certificate. If you need to fax a document, contact the secretary to make arrangements. No entries accepted via fax. Coggins within 12 months. Reminder: All USEF Life and Senior Active members, as well as participants who have regular contact with minor athletes, are required to comply with the U.S. Center for SafeSport training requirement, to be eligible to participate in the competition. All participants must adhere to the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code, USEF Safe Sport Policy, and the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies. More information about these can be found at www.usef.org.

Competitor Information
Awards:
Trophy and 8 ribbons per division.

Stabling/Veterinarian:
275 10×10 permanent stalls on grounds; $65 per night; Day Stalls available $55/ea. Stall doors provided.StallDeposit:Send a separate check for $50 (check only for stall deposit, please). Do NOT include with online entry fees. Check will be destroyed if stall is stripped.Bedding available for purchase. NO STRAW ALLOWED. Additional info from secretary. Veterinarian: Foundation Equine (609) 291-0535; Vet will be on call during off hours; # posted at secretary stand; On grounds during event. Farrier on grounds during event.

Accommodations:
Hampton Inn: 609-426-1600 ($119 rate if you mention that you are competing at the Horse Park of NJ). Best Western: 609-298-8000. Econo Lodge: 609-298-5000. Holiday Inn: 609-448-7000. Quality Inn: 609-448-7399. Peacefields INN B&B: 609-259-3774. Camper Hookups: $75 /day MUST CHECK IN/OUT WITH Secretary.
Dressage:
Arenas: Small rings will be used. Dressage rings are all weather footing composed of sand & screenings. I-2018 USEF Intermediate Test B.P-2018 USEF Preliminary Test A. T-2018 USEF Training Test B. N-2018 USEF Novice Test B. BN-2018 USEF Beginner Novice Test B. Starter: USDF Intro Test C
Cross-Country:
Starter – 800m @ 275mpm. BN-1900m @ 350 mpm. N-2100m @ 400 mpm. T-2500m @450 mpm. P-3000m @ 520mpm. I-3200m @550mpm. Terrain: Rolling, great footing; Water complexfor all levels! BN,N,T Average difficulty for horses with some experience at these levels. Intermediate is a move-up course. Cross-country course closed, except for scheduled schooling days check ESDCTA.org for these dates.
Other Information:
Braiding Optional, Jackets per USEA rules (EV114.8). Live Scoring at EventEntries.com Cross-country course closed, except for scheduled schooling days check our website for these dates. Divisions will be divided or combined if entries warrant. State experience on entry. Dogs must be leashed or preferably left at home. Food available on grounds. Secretary can be reached during show at 609-259-1881. TIP (Thoroughbred Incentive Program) awards for best placing registered Thoroughbred in each division; be sure to have the horse registered with TIP. Please include the TIP number on your entry. EV114 Dress 1. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR. a. At all levels of eventing competition, from beginner novice through advanced, at Federation Endorsed competitions and recognized competitions, riders must wear headgear as follows, except as may otherwise be mandated by local law (see also GR801): b. Upon arrival, anyone riding a horse must wear properly fitting protective headgear which passes or surpasses ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)/SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. Harness must be secured and properly fitted. “Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF rulebook will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith”.