Competition Draw

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COMPETITION RULES: PLEASE READ

- Scratchings/Draw Questions: text Cathy (Draw Secretary) on 0400 289 481
- Email medical or vet certificates to the Treasurer: pretzel308@gmail.com. Partial refunds given with certificates for scratchings after the Late Closing Date, full refunds for scratchings before the Late Closing Date in accordance with the current Dressage Rules.

- If you wish to have your test emailed, please email Sally (Secretary): pretzel308@gmail.com.

- HOT WEATHER POLICY: AHDC will automatically CANCEL events if:

The forecast for the Strathalbyn area on the BOM app on the Friday before an event is for a temperature of 35⁰ C or above, OR
The CFS advises there will be Catastrophic fire conditions in the Mt Lofty Ranges for the day of an event, OR
At the discretion of the AHDC Committee if there is a sudden increase in temperature on Saturday night's forecast after a suitable Friday night forecast.

*** At ALL competitions ALL RIDERS must Gear Check AFTER EACH TEST at unofficial competitions as well as official competitions. Failure to Gear Check = Elimination. You may also present to the Gear Check for a check before your test/s if you are unsure about your saddlery/equipment but you still need to Gear Check after your test/s ***
- Please read the "Why We Won't Change The Draw" link below
- Refer to Section 5 (page 54) of the 2024 Equestrian Australia Dressage Rules for permitted dress and equipment (including permitted saddles, bridles etc). Copy and paste this link to your browser: Dressage Rules & Tests | Equestrian Australia

- Please check your entries before submitting them. If you do not receive an email from Nominate confirming your entry, then it has not been received by them (or us). A $20 Change Fee will apply if you request a change to the Draw after the closing date (if it is possible to accommodate your change). Any change will only be made at our discretion but we will do our best to adjust the draw in the case of a suitable scratching.
- On arrival Check in at the Desk so we know you intend to ride.
- Horses must have their bridle number displayed on both sides of a halter, saddle blanket or bridle at all times - except when in a stable.
- The EA Concussion Rule applies if a Rider has a fall.
- From 1 July 2022 helmets must be tagged to show they are a current approved safety standard. No tag on an unapproved helmet = ELIMINATION. Approved helmets are listed in the 2024 Dressage Rules (Section 5.2).
- Lunging is not permitted near or within arenas. Please lunge in or adjacent to the Pony Club sand arena, or near the front roadway.
- Practice Arena slots are 20 mins long for riders to familiarise green horses with the arena. No lunging or repeated circling in one spot (so you don't damage the grass) but horses may be led. For riders NOT competing in other classes (or you will have to ride HC if your practice session is before your test time). Draw times for these slots will vary as they need to fit in with the rest of the draw. Only riders who have booked a Practice Arena session through Nominate are permitted in the Practice Arena. It is NOT to be used to warm-up for your competition test or ridden in after your test.
- Do not congregate near arena entrances in the way of other Competitors about to start their test when you have finished yours.
- You may have your tests called at competitions.
- Formal dress for Competitive classes. Plaiting is desirable but not compulsory. Jackets may be removed if a rider feels overheated. Neat casual dress for all Participant/Closed Restricted (jackets and plaiting are optional).
- Your results will be available on Nominate's Scoreboard as soon as they are calculated. Overall class results will be uploaded to our website later in the evening.