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Michigan Morgan Horse Breeders' Futurity and Fall Horse Show 2009 MICHIGAN MORGAN HORSE BREEDERS’ FUTURITY AND FALL HORSE SHOW
Thursday, August 20 thru Saturday, August 22, 2009 Michigan State Fairgrounds ~ Detroit, Michigan Show Office Telephone 586-484-8514 USEF A-Rated Morgan Show ~ USEF Competition # 317439
Please read below for information from the 2009 Prize List regarding: Show Officials and Staff Deadlines MMHBF Board of Directors /Show Committee Horse Show Rules and Information Class Schedule Sweepstakes Classes Class Specifications Lodging and Restaurants Directions to the Michigan State Fairgrounds USEF Statements
SHOW OFFICIALS AND STAFF
Judge – Conky Price; Lady Lake, FL Sweepstakes Classes; English Pleasure (all sections); Pleasure Driving (all sections); Classic Pleasure (all sections); Park (all sections); Futurity In Hand (all sections except Misc.); and Open In Hand Stallions, Mares and Geldings.
Judge – Josh Merritt; Vernon, VT Hunter Pleasure (all sections); Western Pleasure (all sections); Equitation (all sections); Walk-Trot (all sections); Carriage (all sections); Miscellaneous Futurity In-Hand classes; Fitting and Showmanship; Sport Horse Suitability In Hand, Roadster (all sections); and Road Hack.
USEF Steward: Ron Gekiere; Clay, MI Ringmaster: Gerald Fuller; Brighton, MI Announcer: Dennis Rumsey; Constantine, MI Organist: Bob Dunham; Wellsboro, PA Veterinarian: Denise Bickel, DVM; Jackson, MI Whole Horse Veterinary Services, 517-474-4050 Farrier: Eric Terry; South Lyon, MI Photographer: Terry Young; Lexington, KY EMT: Nancy Diebler; Perry, MI Show Secretary: Sara Ressler; 5985 Cuthbert Rd, White Lake, MI 48386 248-922-0148; SaRessler@aol.com Stabling/Gates: Lori Marino-Beasley; Tecumseh, MI 517-605-1667, 517-605-8281; morganvalleylori@aol.com Show Manager: Leonard Kitchen; Chelsea, MI: 734-475-2154
DEADLINES
JULY 1, 2009…….…...Futurity Nominations Due Late nominations accepted with 50%-added nomination fee until August 1 or with 100%-added nomination fee until one hour before the session in which the horse’s Futurity class is scheduled. AUGUST 1, 2009……..Show Entries Due Post entries accepted after August 1 with $25 per horse post entry fee. Post entries for Sweepstakes (#90 & #91) accepted with double entry fees plus, if applicable, $25 per horse post entry fee. Post entries for Sweepstakes must be completed by NOON Friday, August 21, 2009.
MMHBF BOARD OF DIRECTORS / SHOW COMMITTEE
2009 MMHBF HORSE SHOW RULES AND INFORMATION
ADMISSION OF HORSES Horses will be admitted to the Fairgrounds beginning at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, August 18, 2009. All horses shall leave the Fairgrounds by 12:00 noon on Sunday, August 23, 2009.
AMATEUR CLASSES Unless otherwise indicated in the Class Specifications, non-Futurity classes for amateurs, including AOTS, are limited to participants 18 years of age and over as of December 1, 2008. Any person who competes in non-Futurity classes for amateurs must possess a current amateur certification issued by USEF. A copy of this certification must be submitted with the entry form.
AOTS (AMATEUR OWNED, TRAINED AND SHOWN) CLASSES To be eligible to be shown in AOTS classes, the horse must not have been professionally trained during the current competition year which began December 1, 2008.
BEDDING Bedding will be available for direct purchase from the show vendor, with payment to be made at time of purchase. Exhibitors may bring their own bedding if they wish, but delivery of bedding by other vendors will not be permitted.
BOX SEATS Reserved seats for the show are available at $15 per seat. Reservations may be made on the Entry Form for either individual reserved seats or reserved seats in Trainers’ boxes. Exhibitors wishing to be seated in their trainer’s box must indicate the trainer’s name on the Entry From. Seating assignments will be posted in the Coliseum.
CAMPING Camping at the Michigan State Fairgrounds is $25 per night. Anyone connecting to water and/or electricity is expected to purchase a camping permit AND HAVE IT PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED IN THEIR CAMPING UNIT. Those found in violation will be charged $50 PER NIGHT. Shower facilities and a more than adequate number of camping spots with both water and electricity are available. Prepayment of camping fees is encouraged.
CHANGE OF RIDER, DRIVER OR HANDLER It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to notify the Secretary’s Office of any changes of rider, driver or handler at least one hour before the session in order to insure the accuracy of ring announcements and end-of-show reports.
COGGINS TEST Each horse entered in this show must have a current negative Coggins Test for Equine Infectious Anemia. A valid copy of this test must accompany the entry or be presented before back numbers will be issued.
DISCIPLINE Exhibitors are warned that any action of discourtesy or disobedience to the officials on the part of an owner, rider or driver will disqualify the horse. Exhibitors will be held fully responsible for any damage or discourtesy caused by their employees or their guests. Exhibitors will be held fully responsible for any damage caused by their horse(s). Management reserves the right to remove any groom, horse, rider or driver from the show without being liable for compensation. No exhibitor, owner or trainer shall approach the judge with regard to a decision unless he first obtains permission from the Steward who shall arrange an appointment with the judge at a suitable time and place, and under no circumstances, while any session of the show is in progress.
DOGS 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 failing to comply with this rule may be subject to penalty under Chapters 6 and 7, as well as issuance of warning cards. (USEF GR1301.6)
ENTRIES Entries must be postmarked by Saturday, August 1, 2009. Post entries will be accepted, if stalls are available, after August 1, 2009 with $25 per horse post-entry fee. No entries will be accepted and no stalls reserved unless accompanied by payment in full. Make checks payable to MMHBF Horse Show. VISA and MasterCard accepted with $15 credit card convenience fee. Classes may be post entered at the show without penalty EXCEPT for Sweepstakes Classes 90 and 91, for which entry fees will double after August 1, 2009. Post entries must be completed one hour prior to the session in which the class is scheduled EXCEPT for Classes 90 and 91 for which post entries close at NOON on Friday, August 21, 2009. Morning classes must be added the night before.
FEES Class Entry Fees: In-Hand & Performance Classes, except as noted $20 Performance Championships $30 Stakes, except as noted $30 $500-Added Park Harness Stake, Junior Horse $100 $500-Added Park Saddle Stake, Junior Horse $100 Yearling In Hand Sweepstakes Shown by an Amateur $100 by August 1, 2009 $200 after August 1, 2009 RaDon Weanling Spectacular $175 by August 1, 2009 $350 after August 1, 2009 Post Entry Fee: $25 per horse Horse Stall: $60 for each horse entered (except unweaned foal) Tack Stall: $70 each Office Fee: $10 per horse USEF Fee: $15 per horse ($7 Drugs & Medications and $8 USEF) Please see Entry Form for other USEF Fees. Camping: $25 per night
FUTURITY MEMBERSHIPS, NOMINATIONS AND CLASS RULES Only Futurity-nominated horses are eligible for “Futurity” designated classes. For complete information regarding Futurity memberships and nominations and for MMHBF rules for “Futurity” classes, please click “Rules & Nominations” on the left.
GOLF CARTS AND OTHER MOTORIZED VEHICLES 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. Violations of this rule will be cause for sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) from the competition grounds for the remainder of the competition and charges being filed against any of the above individuals in accordance with Chapter 6. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule.
HIGH-POINT PROGRAMS The MMHB Futurity and Fall Horse Show is point-approved by the Michigan Justin Morgan Horse Association (MJMHA), the Michigan Horse Show Association (MHSA) and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF). Only current members who have completed any requisite application procedures are eligible for points awarded by the above organizations.
LIABILITY MMHBF, AMHA, USEF and Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds Authority will in no way be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur and furthermore it will be a condition of entry that each exhibitor, trainer, owner, rider, groom, and/or agent shall hold the horse show and its management blameless for any loss or accident to his or her horses that may occur from sickness, accident or any other cause. Additionally, MMHBF, AMHA, USEF and Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds Authority will not be held responsible for any article of any kind that may be lost, stolen, or destroyed and will not be responsible or liable for injury sustained in any way to exhibitors, employees, spectators or any other interested parties. Warning: Under the Michigan Equine Activity Liability Act, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in an equine activity resulting from an inherent risk of the equine activity.
MANAGEMENT The management reserves the right to refuse, to accept conditionally and to cancel any entries, disqualify exhibitors, prohibit exhibition of entries and cancel awards of prizes, without claims for damages. Entries may be rejected for failure to comply with the rules and regulations set forth herein or for unpaid balances due to the Futurity. Sections may be combined or cancelled if there are insufficient entries. The Horse Show Committee reserves the right to itself to interpret all questions and conditions in regard to, or arising out of, or incident to the show without claims for damages or recourse of any kind. All questions not covered in these rules and regulations shall be decided by the horse show management; its decision to be final.
MEASUREMENT OF FEET All champions and reserve champions must have one foot measured immediately upon leaving the show ring. Management reserves the right to measure any horse’s feet before any protests are filed where the length of toe is a requirement.
MEDICAL WASTE DISPOSAL Needles or other disposable sharp instruments must be properly disposed of in the designated sharps containers. Competition management may fine individuals, including trainers, owners, exhibitors, or their agents up to $100.00 for improper disposal.
NOVICE HORSE CLASSES Novice horse classes are open to horses which have not won 3 first-place ribbons in that particular division at Regular Competitions as of the closing date of entries (August 1, 2009). Ribbons won in one-horse classes do not count in the reckoning of novice status.
OFFICE HOURS The show office is scheduled to be open during the following times: Tuesday, Aug 18 12:00 noon – 7:00 pm Wednesday, Aug 19 12:00 noon – 7:00 pm Thursday, Aug 20 7:00 am – 30 minutes after last class of evening Friday, Aug 21 7:00 am – 30 minutes after last class of evening Saturday, Aug 22 7:00 am – 60 minutes after last class of show
PRIZES AND AWARDS For a complete list of the Prizes and Awards offered, please click “Prize Money & Payouts” on the left.
PRIZE MONEY All prize money checks, except as noted below for Class 90, will be awarded at the show, will be paid near the out gate, will be drawn to the order of “CASH” and will be VOID 60 days after August 20, 2009. Once the award has been made, the responsibility of the Horse Show shall cease. For Class 90, prize money checks (minus any applicable DNA testing fees) will be payable to the owners, will be mailed after DNA tests have been confirmed, and will be VOID 60 days after date of issue.
PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR All juniors riding in hunter and hunter seat equitation sections, while riding anywhere on the competition grounds, must wear properly fitting protective headgear which meets or exceeds ASTM/SEI standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. Harness must be secured and properly fitted. Any rider violating this rule at any time must immediately be prohibited from further riding until such headgear is properly in place. (GR 801.3)
REFUNDS Except for camping fees, no refunds will be made.
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS To be eligible to participate in the MMHB Futurity and Fall Horse Show, horses must be registered with the American Morgan Horse Association, the Canadian Morgan Horse Association, or the British Morgan Horse Society and must be entered under their full registered name or if under one year of age be eligible for registration. Horses must be entered under the name of the owner(s) or lessee of record with AMHA, CMHA or BMHS. A copy of the registration papers showing recorded ownership or proof of lease must be submitted with the entry form at the time of making entry. If you receive the registration papers after the entry date, please bring them to the show. Horses without registration papers on file with the Show Secretary will not be eligible too compete. Please Note: If your foal is as yet unregistered at the time of the show, you must complete a form requesting a Horse ID Number from USEF. Forms are available from the USEF office (859-258-2472) or web site (www.usef.org).
SCRATCHES Exhibitors must notify the Secretary’s Office of scratches at least one hour before the session. Failure to do so will result in a $10 fee being assessed the exhibitor. Entry fees for scratched classes are non-refundable.
SHOW RING The main show arena is approximately 240’ X 100’. The footing in the show arena and warm-up arenas is a mixture of sifted sand and soil. Please see the schedule posted in the Show Office for availability of show arena for practice.
STABLING Every horse entered in the show (except foals that have not yet been weaned) is required to have its own stall. Stalls are permanent or portable 10’ X 10’, with doors. Stalls may not be painted or marred in any way. The driving of nails, screws, staples, etc., is strictly forbidden. For your protection you must inspect stalls assigned to you upon arrival. Stalls found in damaged or unsatisfactory condition should be reported to the barn manager at once to avoid the possibility of you being charged for prior damage. Any moving of stall walls will result in a $100 fine per wall. Any stall not paid for and used for any reason will be charged $70.
USEF MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS In order to participate as a rider, driver, handler, vaulter, longeur, owner, lessee, agent, trainer or coach, individuals must be Life, Senior Active or Junior Active USEF Members or pay a $30 non-member registration fee (exceptions noted in GR901.9 of current USEF Rule Book). If a horse is owned by multiple individuals, only one owner need be a Member or pay the $30 non-member registration fee. All Members must present a current USEF membership card or copy thereof. Please include copy of membership card with entries or bring to horse show office in order to receive back numbers. Any Member who cannot present a current membership card and whose membership cannot be verified online by the show secretary will be assessed a $30 non-refundable non-member fee. All amateurs exhibiting in non-futurity amateur classes must present proof of amateur certification issued by USEF. Please include copy of amateur card with entries or bring to horse show office in order to receive back numbers. Amateur non-members who wish to show in non-futurity amateur classes and who do not have an amateur card will be required to apply for a non-member amateur card and pay the one-time/year $30 non-member amateur card fee. This fee is in addition to the $30 non-member registration fee.
VETERINARIAN The show veterinarian, Dr. Denise Bickel, will be on the grounds during all sessions of the show and will be on-call during other times. To contact her at any time, please call 517-474-4050.
2009 MMHBF CLASS SCHEDULE
To view the 2009 Class Schedule, please click “Class Schedule” on the left.
2009 MMHBF SWEEEPSTAKES CLASSES Sweepstakes Class Procedures (Class 90 and Class 91)Sweepstakes classes will run in this manner: A representative for each entry will meet with the show secretary at a designated time to draw numbers. If a representative is not present, one will be appointed for that entry. In the case of a representative drawing for more than 1 entry, the name of the entry being drawn for will be declared prior to the draw. This will be the order of entry for the Sweepstakes horses. The only change that will be allowed occurs when a handler has multiple entries and draws numbers that do not allow at least two horses to go between his/her entries. In this case the handler may drop down no more than 2 numbers or trade numbers with another entry. The class will begin with each entry in order drawn making an individual appearance of a maximum of 2 minutes before the judge, then leaving the ring. After the last horse has left the ring and after the judge has made the selection, the top 12 entries (or more at the discretion of the judge) will be announced and then a 10-minute break will follow. After the break, the previously-announced top entries will re-enter the ring and line up on the rail, and the judge will complete the class.
90. RADON WEANLING SPECTACULAR – For complete information regarding the 2009 RaDon Weanling Spectacular, please click “RaDon Weanling Spectacular” on the left.
91. YEARLING IN-HAND SWEEPSTAKES SHOWN BY AN AMATEUR –Open to all yearlings. Handler and tailer must be amateurs as defined by USEF rules and must be 18 years of age or older. Handler must possess current USEF-issued amateur certification. Appropriate evening attire required. Class does NOT qualify for Futurity in-hand championships. Entry Fee: $100 per horse. After August 1, 2009, the class entry fee will be $200 per horse. If the horse was not entered in the show by August 1, 2009, $25 per horse post entry fee will also apply. All entries must be completed by NOON on Friday, August 21, 2009, at which time entries close for Class 91. Class Routine: Class will be run as described above. The drawing for the order of entry will be held on Friday afternoon immediately after Class 89. Class Awards: Champion - Trophy, RaDon sheet, ribbon and $1500; Reserve Champion - RaDon sheet, ribbon and $1250. Balance of Top Ten to receive ribbons and cash prizes: 3rd - $750, 4th - $500, 5th - $400, 6th thru 10th - $200 each.
2009 MMHBF CLASS SPECIFICATIONS
* Please Note: The highest placing Futurity ALUMNI horse in each of the twelve marked (*) classes below will receive a Futurity Alumni plate.
CARRIAGE DRIVING DIVISION 92. Carriage Driving-Working 93. Carriage Driving-Reinmanship
CLASSIC PLEASURE DIVISION Classic Pleasure classes are open to amateurs only. Cross entering of horses is allowed in all other English Pleasure and Pleasure Driving sections provided the toe and shoeing requirements of the horse are met. Futurity58. Futurity Classic Pleasure Saddle, Junior Horse – To be judged per MO128.2 106. Futurity Classic Pleasure Driving, Junior Horse – To be judged per MO130.2 Classic Pleasure Saddle21. Classic Pleasure Saddle, Ladies 117. Classic Pleasure Saddle Stake, Any Age* – Open to amateurs of any age. Classic Pleasure Driving 43. Classic Pleasure Driving Stake, Any Age* – Open to amateurs of any age.
ENGLISH PLEASURE DIVISION Futurity41. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old English Pleasure – To be judged per MO123.3 Junior Horse Section86. English Pleasure, Junior Horse 128. English Pleasure Championship, Junior Horse – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 41 or 86. Junior Exhibitor Section 29. English Pleasure, Junior Exhibitor 14-17 31. English Pleasure, Junior Exhibitor 13 and Under 63. English Pleasure Championship, Junior Exhibitor – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 29 or 31. Amateur Section 20. English Pleasure, AOTS 45. English Pleasure, Amateur Masters – Rider must be 50 or over. Cross entering of the same horse is not allowed between classes 45 and 51. 51. English Pleasure, Amateur 18 and Over – Cross entering of the same horse is not allowed between classes 45 and 51. 88. English Pleasure Championship, Amateur 18 and Over – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 20, 45 or 51 or class 33 if rider has amateur status. Open Section 17. English Pleasure, Senior Horse* 33. English Pleasure, Ladies 97. English Pleasure, Novice Horse 135. English Pleasure Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in any English Pleasure class in this division.
EQUITATION DIVISION AMHA Silver Medal Classes - Exhibitors must be AMHA members in good standing and must ride a registered Morgan mare or gelding. Riders in the Silver Medal Classes offered below must not have reached their 18th birthday as of December 1, 2008. The Silver Medal will be awarded to the first place winner and a certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to the second place rider. First and second-place AMHA Silver Medal Class winners qualify to ride in the Medal Class Finals held at the next Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show, providing the age eligibility requirement is met and all riders are current AMHA members. Please refer to MO164 of the current USEF Rule Book. Also please refer to MO167, MO168 and MO170 of the current USEF Rule Book for AMHA Medal Class specifications. MJMHA Medal Classes – The MJMHA Medal Classes will be run and judged like the AMHA Silver Medal Classes with the exception of that ALL riders will be called to work the selected pattern. The first place winner will receive a Gold Medal, second a Silver, and the third a Bronze. Ribbons will be awarded from fourth place through eighth. Unlike the AMHA Silver Medal Classes, riders may continue to compete in the MJMHA Medal Classes for the remaining shows. Points will accumulate for a year end award for participating MJMHA members.Hunter Seat Equitation19. MJMHA Hunter Seat Medal27. Hunter Seat Equitation, 13 and Under 67. Hunter Seat Equitation, 14-17 89. AMHA Hunter Seat On The Flat Silver Medal113. Hunter Seat Equitation Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 19, 27, 67 or 89. Saddle Seat Equitation1. MJMHA Saddle Seat Medal37. UPHA Morgan Challenge Cup, 17 and Under – Open to all saddle seat equitation riders, 17 years of age and under, riding a Morgan mare or gelding. Riders must be junior members of the United Professional Horsemen’s Association and must not have won a UPHA Morgan Challenge Cup during the current qualifying season. To be judged 60% on rail work and 40% on the individual workout. Please refer to EQ118.17 of the USEF Rule Book.72. AMHA Saddle Seat Silver Medal 77. Saddle Seat Equitation, 13 and Under 87. Saddle Seat Equitation, 14-17 125. Saddle Seat Equitation Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 1, 37, 72, 77 or 87. Western Seat Equitation38. MJMHA Western Seat Medal42. Western Seat Equitation, 14-17 60. AMHA Western Seat Silver Medal 79. Western Seat Equitation, 13 and Under 111. Western Seat Equitation Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 38, 42, 60 or 79. Miscellaneous Equitation 110. Leadline Equitation, Any Seat, 6 and Under – Open to riders who are at least 2 but less than 7 years of age. Leaders must be a minimum of 16 years of age. Safety is of the utmost importance in presentation, tack and attire. It is required that the equipment fit the rider with rider’s feet in the stirrups. Failure to comply will result in elimination and the entry will be asked to leave. Stallions are prohibited. Entries will be led both ways of the ring, only at a walk. Attire of the rider to be similar to all other equitation classes. Protective headgear is encouraged. (GR801.4). The rider should be in control of the reins, but the leader must hold a lead that is attached to the bridle/headstall appropriate to the saddle used. Entries will not be asked to back. Class to be pinned. 95. Fitting and Showmanship, 17 and Under – Stallions are prohibited. To be judged 40% on appearance and 60% on showmanship. Please refer to MO178.15 of the current USEF Rule Book.
HUNTER PLEASURE DIVISION Futurity44. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Hunter Pleasure – To be judged per MO139.2 Junior Horse Section32. Hunter Pleasure, Junior Horse 134. Hunter Pleasure Championship, Junior Horse – Entries must have been show and judged in class 32 or 44. Junior Exhibitor Section 35. Hunter Pleasure, Junior Exhibitor 14-17 65. Hunter Pleasure, Junior Exhibitor 13 and Under 108. Hunter Pleasure Championship, Junior Exhibitor – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 35 or 65. Amateur Section 16. Hunter Pleasure, AOTS 62. Hunter Pleasure, Amateur Masters – Rider must be 50 or over. Cross entering of the same horse is not allowed between classes 62 and 71. 71. Hunter Pleasure, Amateur 18 and Over – Cross entering of the same horse is not allowed between classes 62 and 71. 116. Hunter Pleasure Championship, Amateur 18 and Over – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 16, 62 or 71 or class 104 if the rider has amateur status. Open Section 28. Hunter Pleasure, Senior Horse* 99. Hunter Pleasure, Novice Horse 104. Hunter Pleasure, Ladies 139. Hunter Pleasure Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in any Hunter Pleasure class in this division.
IN HAND DIVISION
Futurity In-Hand Section Both professionals and amateurs may enter those classes not marked as amateur. Futurity amateur classes are limited to horses that have received no professional training after June 1 of the current year. There is to be NO CROSS-ENTERING of the same horse between the amateur and open Futurity in-hand qualifying classes. All those placing 1st or 2nd in the qualifying class will automatically be entered in the respective championship at no fee. Futurity In Hand Geldings 22. Futurity Yearling Geldings 23. Futurity 2 Year Old Geldings 24. Futurity 1-4 Year Old Geldings Shown By an Amateur 25. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Geldings 26. Futurity Gelding Championship Futurity In Hand Weanlings 118. Futurity Weanling Colts 119. Futurity Weanling Colts Shown By an Amateur 120. Futurity Weanling Fillies 121. Futurity Weanling Fillies Shown By an Amateur 123. Futurity Weanling Grand Championship Futurity In Hand Yearlings129. Futurity Yearling Colts 130. Futurity Yearling Colts and Fillies Shown By an Amateur 131. Futurity Yearling Fillies 132. Futurity Yearling Championship Futurity In Hand 2 Year Olds 46. Futurity 2 Year Old Colts 47. Futurity 2 Year Old Colts and Fillies Shown By an Amateur 48. Futurity 2 Year Old Fillies 49. Futurity 2 Year Old Championship Futurity In Hand 3 And 4 Year Olds 80. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Stallions 81. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Stallions and Mares Shown By an Amateur 82. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Mares 83. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Championship Futurity In Hand Grand Championships 133. Futurity Amateur In-Hand Grand Championship – Open to all Futurity horses placing 1st or 2nd in classes 24, 47, 81, 94, 119, 121, 130. Also open to amateur-shown Futurity horses in placing 1st or 2nd in class 57 and amateur-shown Alumni horses placing 1st or 2nd in their respective in-hand classes, those horses to have received no professional training after June 1, 2009. No entry fee; however, ENTERING IS REQUIRED. 138. Futurity Grand Champion Of Show - Open to all Futurity and Alumni horses placing 1st or 2nd in their respective In-Hand Championships. No entry fee; however, ENTERING IS REQUIRED. Futurity In Hand, Miscellaneous 14. Futurity Mare and 2009 Foal – Entry made in mare’s name 57. Futurity Hunter/Western Suitability In Hand – Open to Futurity horses 4 and under that have NOT been shown in any other Futurity in-hand class. To be judged on proper movement, conformation and manners based upon the horse’s suitability to be a Hunter Pleasure or Western Pleasure horse. Gaits to be evaluated in terms of purity, quality and correctness. Horses to be shown on the line with 1 handler and 1 whip permitted. Horses under 2 may be shown in halters. Hunter horses 2 and older must be shown in a snaffle-type bit and bridle with a headstall and throatlatch. Western horses 2 and over may be shown in a halter, a snaffle-type bit and bridle with a headstall, or a curb-type bit and bridle with a headstall. The class will be conducted on the rail at the walk and trot. 94. Futurity In Hand, Amateur Maiden Handler – Open to amateur handlers who have not won a first place ribbon in an in-hand class at an all Morgan horse show. Tailer must also be an amateur. Must use a Futurity horse. No stud colts past weanling year. This is a conformation class. No Futurity plate or Pot of Gold points awarded. Will have payback. 100. Futurity Get Of Sire – Minimum of 2, maximum of 4 Futurity or Alumni horses sired by one stallion. Entry made in sire’s name. 102. Futurity Produce Of Dam – Minimum of 2, maximum of 4 Futurity or Alumni horses out of the same dam. Entry made in dam’s name.
Open In-Hand Section - Futurity nomination is NOT required. 2. Geldings In Hand, 4 and Under 3. Geldings In Hand, 5 and Over* 4. Grand Champion Gelding 6. Mares In Hand, 4 and Under 7. Mares In Hand, 5 and Over* 8. Grand Champion Mare 10. Stallions In Hand, 4 and Under 11. Stallions In Hand, 5 and Over* 12. Grand Champion Stallion 56. Sport Horse Suitability In Hand* - Open to any age horse. To be judged on proper movement, conformation and manners based upon the horse’s ability to be a Sport Horse. Gaits to be evaluated in terms of purity, quality and correctness. Horses to be shown on the line with one handler and one whip permitted. Horses under the age of 2 may be shown in halters. Horses 2 and older must be shown with a snaffle-type bit and bridle with a head- stall and throatlatch. The class will be conducted on the rail at the walk and trot.
PARK DIVISION Futurity73. Futurity 2 Year Old Park Harness – To be judged per MO120.1 55.1 Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Park Harness – Horses to enter the ring with Class 55 and be shown and judged concurrently with Class 55. Entry form must clearly indicate Futurity Horse is being entered in Class 55.1. A separate card will be marked for each class, and two sets of ribbons with applicable trophies and/or prizes will be awarded. Eligible horses may also be entered in Class 55 by so indicating on the entry form and paying the $100 entry fee for Class 55. To be judged per MO120.1126.1 Futurity 3 And 4 Year Old Park Saddle – Horses to enter the ring with Class 126 and be shown and judged concurrently with Class 126. Entry form must clearly indicate Futurity Horse is being entered in Class 126.1. A separate card will be marked for each class, and two sets of ribbons with applicable trophies and/or prizes will be awarded. Eligible horses may also be entered in Class 126 by so indicating on the entry form and paying the $100 entry fee for Class 126. To be judged per MO118.1 Junior Horse Section55. $500-Added Park Harness Stake, Junior Horse – Horses to enter the ring with Class 55.1 and be shown and judged concurrently with Class 55.1. Entry form must clearly indicate Junior Horse is being entered in Class 55 and the $100 entry fee must be paid. A separate card will be marked for each class (per MO120.1) and two sets of ribbons with applicable trophies and/or prizes will be awarded. Futurity-eligible 3 and 4 year old horses may also be entered in Class 55.1 by so indicating on the entry form and paying the $20 entry fee for Class 55.1. 126. $500-Added Park Saddle Stake, Junior Horse – Horses to enter the ring with Class 126.1 and be shown and judged concurrently with Class 126.1. Entry form must clearly indicate Junior Horse is being entered in Class 126 and the $100 entry fee must be paid. A separate card will be marked for each class (per MO118.1) and two sets of ribbons with applicable trophies and/or prizes will be awarded. Futurity-eligible 3 and 4 year old horses may also be entered in Class 126.1 by so indicating on the entry form and paying the $20 entry fee for Class 126.1. Amateur Section 53. Park Harness Stake, Amateur Any Age – Open to amateurs of any age. 78. Park Saddle Stake, Amateur Any Age – Open to Amateurs of any age. Open Section 85. Park Harness Stake* 140. Park Saddle Stake*
PLEASURE DRIVING DIVISION Futurity64. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Pleasure Driving – To be judged per MO125.3 69. Futurity 2 Year Old Pleasure Driving – To be judged per MO125.3 Junior Horse Section 15. Pleasure Driving, Junior Horse 109. Pleasure Driving Championship, Junior Horse – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 15, 64 or 69. Junior Exhibitor Section 112. Pleasure Driving, Junior Exhibitor Amateur Section 137. Pleasure Driving Stake, Amateur Any Age – Open to amateurs of any age. Open Section 39. Pleasure Driving, Senior Horse* 59. Pleasure Driving, Ladies 75. Pleasure Driving Championship - Entries must have been shown and judged in any Pleasure Driving class in this division.
ROADSTER DIVISION136. Roadster To Bike 54. Roadster Under Saddle
WALK-TROT DIVISIONWalk-Trot classes are open to riders who are less than 12 years old. Rider must not have been judged in ANY saddle class that required a canter at a recognized or non-recognized competition. Riders may not enter any other class in the competition that requires a canter. Protective headgear is acceptable. Stallions are prohibited. Horses must not be asked to back. Before horses are judged in the lineup, one attendant without whip per entry will be permitted in the lineup and will be called in by the announcer. Attendant must stand back for the entry to be judged. Please refer to MO173, MO174 and MO175 of the current USEF Rule Book. Walk-Trot English Pleasure & Walk-Trot Saddle Seat Equitation 9. Walk-Trot English Pleasure, 11 and Under 40. Walk-Trot Saddle Seat Equitation, 11 and Under 66. Walk-Trot Saddle Seat Equitation Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 40. 101. Walk-Trot English Pleasure Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 9. Walk-Trot Hunter Pleasure & Walk-Trot Hunter Seat Equitation 5. Walk-Trot Hunter Pleasure, 11 and Under 30. Walk-Trot Hunter Seat Equitation, 11 and Under 105. Walk-Trot Hunter Pleasure Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 5. 122. Walk-Trot Hunter Seat Equitation Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 30. Walk-Trot Western Pleasure & Walk-Trot Western Seat Equitation 13. Walk Trot Western Pleasure, 11 and Under 34. Walk-Trot Western Seat Equitation, 11 and Under 98. Walk-Trot Western Pleasure Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 13. 115. Walk-Trot Western Seat Equitation Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 34.
WESTERN PLEASURE DIVISION Futurity50. Futurity 3 and 4 Year Old Western Pleasure – To be judged per MO134.2 Junior Horse Section70. Western Pleasure, Junior Horse 124. Western Pleasure Championship, Junior Horse – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 50 or 70. Junior Exhibitor Section36. Western Pleasure, Junior Exhibitor 13 and Under 76. Western Pleasure, Junior Exhibitor 14-17 103. Western Pleasure Championship, Junior Exhibitor – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 36 or 76. Amateur Section 61. Western Pleasure, AOTS 74. Western Pleasure, Amateur Masters – Rider must be 50 or over. Cross entering of the same horse is not allowed between classes 74 and 84. 84. Western Pleasure, Amateur 18 and Over – Cross entering of the same horse is not allowed between classes 74 and 84. 127. Western Pleasure Championship, Amateur 18 and Over – Entries must have been shown and judged in class 61, 74 or 84; or class 18 or 68 if the rider has amateur status. Open Section 18. Western Pleasure, Ladies 52. Western Pleasure, Senior Horse* 68. Western Pleasure, Gentlemen 107. Western Pleasure, Novice Horse 114. Western Pleasure Championship – Entries must have been shown and judged in any Western Pleasure class in this division.
MISCELLANEOUS 96. Road Hack – To be shown at a walk, trot, road trot, canter and hand gallop. At any time during the class the judge may ask the horses to stop and walk off on a loose rein. Excessive speed at the hand gallop should be penalized. To back readily. To be judged on performance with proper cadence and balance, manners and suitability for a road hack 60%; type and conformation 40%. Refer to MO178.3 of the current USEF Rule Book.
*Please Note: The highest placing Futurity ALUMNI horse in each of the twelve marked (*) classes above will receive a Futurity Alumni plate.
LODGING AND RESTAURANTS
Official Host Motel: DETROIT-WARREN RED ROOF INN #070 26300 Dequindre Road, Warren, MI; 586-573-4300
The Detroit-Warren RED ROOF INN is holding a block of rooms for the horse show. Special Show Rates vary from $53.99 to $62.99 per night plus tax. When making reservations, be sure to mention block code “B070MORGAN”. To take advantage of these special rates, please make reservations by August 12, 2009.
Additional Lodging near the Fairgrounds: Comfort Suites - 2020 Walter Reuther Service Rd, Warren, MI; 586-427-7000 or 1-800-517-4000 America’s Best Inn & Suites - 25800 Dequindre Rd, Warren, MI; 586-754-5527
Restaurants located near the RED ROOF INN: Bob Evans 586-754-9076 LA Coney Island 586-757-3010 Ram’s Horn 586-573-6770 Azteca 586-558-7373
Restaurants located on Woodward Avenue near the Fairgrounds: Como’s 248-548-5005 Sam’s Ferndale Grill 248-399-1620
DIRECTIONS TO THE MICHIGAN STATE FAIRGROUNDS
The Michigan State Fairgrounds are located at 1120 W. State Fair Avenue, Detroit, MI 48203. Horse Show traffic will use the main Woodward Avenue Entrance located just south of 8 Mile Road.
Motorists using I-75 exit at 8 Mile Rd (exit #59), head west to Woodward, then turn south and proceed to the main Woodward Avenue Entrance. Westbound motorists on I-696 head south on I-75, and also exit at 8 Mile Road. Eastbound motorists on I-696 exit at Woodward Avenue (exit #16) and head south to the main Woodward Avenue Entrance just south of 8 Mile Road.
USEF STATEMENTS
The MMHB Futurity and Fall Horse Show, Competition # 317439, is a Regular Competition licensed by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) in an agreement between USEF and the Michigan Morgan Horse Breeders’ Futurity (Licensee) and is rated “A” in the Morgan division. EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN WHICH IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT USEF RULE BOOK WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH.
USEF MEMBERSHIP STATEMENT
Life, senior active and junior active members shall be eligible to participate in all classes at Regular Competitions, Eventing Competitions at the Preliminary 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 $30 non-member registration 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 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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