2012 AHS INSPECTION TOUR ENROLLMENT AND FOAL REGISTRATION FORMS Note: These forms are used to initiate all 2012 foal registrations, including foals not attending an inspection site. In the latter case, check the box with the notation “I prefer to register my foal by mail.” Registration papers will be issued when all requirements are completed.
Please note that all non-Hanoverian mare pedigrees must be submitted for pre-approval by the Mare and Stallion Committee. Copies of registration papers may be emailed to the office at ahsoffice@aol.com or faxed to (859) 255-8467.
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Judging the Mare Performance Test at the 2010 AHS Starr Vaughn inspection site. © 2010 Tamara Torti
During the summer and fall of 2012 the AHS will once again conduct a nationwide inspection tour. The Society is slated to visit 30 farms and ranches throughout North America, including Arizona, California (five sites), Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland (two), Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma (two), Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas (two), Virginia (two), Wisconsin, and the Canadian province of Ontario.
The AHS reserves to the right to make scheduling changes if necessary.
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Summer Tour 2012
July 15, 2012 – River House Hanoverians, Piermont, N.H.
River House Hanoverians, Piermont, N.H
Contact: Verne Batchelder or Jeanie Hahn, 141 River Road, Piermont, NH 03779
Telephone: 603-728-5505 (evening)
Fax: 603-272-9028
E-mail: rhhanoverians@gmail.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 25 permanent stalls available on premises, $30.00/stall/night or for the day. No grounds fee if not stabling. Make checks payable to River House Hanoverians. Payment due at time of reservations. No refund policy. First bedding (shavings) provided. No additional bedding available for purchase on grounds. If stabling overnight must arrive between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on July 24.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. David Cote, 603-536-1213.
Acommodations: Bradford Motel (3 mi.) 802-222-4467; Silver Maple Lodge (7 mi.) 802-333-4326; Piermont Inn (3 mi.) 603-272-4820; Gibson House (4 mi.) 603-989-3125.
Directions: From I-91 North, take exit 16 (Bradford/Piermont exit), at end of ramp take right onto Rt. 25 East for 1.5 miles (through lights and across bridge into NH). After bridge, take first left (River Rd.), and go 1.4 miles. Farm is on left, circular drive. Parking on right after farm on day of inspection. Watch for gray barns, white house, and circular drive.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 20 x 50m indoor arena, rubber footing; Mare Performance Test: 20 x 60m outdoor sand (maybe rubber) arena for under saddle test; free jumping-indoor arena. Warmup: outdoor or indoor arena.
Other: Stabling assigned on a first come, first serve basis. None will be assigned without receipt of AHS stabling form and fee. No dogs on grounds. Food will be available compliments of host. Bring own chair. This will be our 25th annual AHS inspection. To celebrate the fact that River House Hanoverians is the longest-serving AHS inspection site, a special Breeders’ Evening will be held on Saturday evening, July 14 at 6:00 p.m. Open to visiting commission and all Hanoverian enthusiasts. Welcome to River House Hanoverians!
July 16, 2012 – Brookside Equestrian Center, North Smithfield, R.I.
Brookside Equestrian Center, North Smithfield, R.I.
Contact: Lyn Spinella, 90 Tifft Road, North Smithfield, RI 02896
Telephone: 401-766-5400 (best to call 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Cell: 401-265-9421
Fax: 401-726-3964
E-mail: LynSpin9@aol.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 20 permanent box stalls available on premises, $30.00/stall/night; $20.00/day. $10.00 grounds fee for trailer-ins. Make checks payable to Brookside Equestrian Center. Payment due at time of reservations. Refund within 10 days of the inspection. First bedding (shavings) provided. Additional bedding/hay available for purchase.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins and health certificate required for all horses. Because of EHV-1 all mares must show proof of flu/rhino vaccinations.
Veterinarian on call: New England Horse Care Center, 401-766-6578.
Accommodations: Comfort Suites (4.5 miles) 401-231-6300; Marriott Courtyard (3.5 miles) 401-333-3400.
Directions: From Route 95N to Route 146N. Follow 146 towards Worcester. Take the Pound Hill Road exit and go left at bottom of exit. Follow signs to Industrial Drive. At the stop sign at end of Industrial drive go right onto Route 5 (Providence Pike). Take first left which is Charon Drive and then an immediate left onto Black Plain Road. Take the first right onto Tifft Road. Go to end. Cross over little cement bridge. Bear left after bridge. Brookside is the second driveway on the left.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 20 x 60 meter outdoor sand arena or 70 x 180 indoor arena, sand/sawdust footing; Mare Performance Test: Both free jumping and the under saddle portion will take place in the indoor arena. Warmup outdoor.
Other: Unlimited site entry. No dogs on grounds. Food will be available courtesy of host. Extensive parking available.
July 18, 2012 – Hawk Hollow Farm at Cazenovia College Equine Center, Cazenovia, N.Y.
Hawk Hollow Farm at Cazenovia College Equine Center, Cazenovia, N.Y.
Contact: Christine Kropf, 3766 Henneberry Road, Jamesville, NY 13078
Telephone: 315-558-8525 (8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.)
Fax: 315-682-7941
E-mail: cmkhhf@aol.com
Site Address: Cazenovia College Equine Center, Woodfield Road, Cazenovia, N.Y. 13035
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 24 stalls available, $90.00/stall/night or for the day. $65.00/horse grounds fee if not stabling. Make checks payable to Hawk Hollow Farm. Payment due at time of reservations. Full refund within 1 week of inspection if unable to attend. First bedding (shavings) provided. No additional bedding or hay available for purchase on site. Horses may arrive by 3:00 p.m. on July 17. Barn will be open 6:00 a.m. on July 18. Stalls must be stripped before leaving.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses; also required is a rabies certificate dated within 1 year. If possible send both rabies & coggins in with stabling form or present before unloading.
Veterinarian on call: Early Winter Equine; emergency number is 607-793-1347.
Accommodations: Brewster Inn (2 miles from site) 315-655-9293; Craftsman Inn (group of rooms under AHS name, 10 miles from site) 315-637-8000.
Directions: From Campus/Route 20: Turn right onto Route 92 (towards Syracuse) at the blinking light. Make the first left onto Woodfield Road. Just past the golf course you begin to descend the hill. The Farm is located at the end of this road. From I-481/Syracuse: Use Exit #E from Route 481 South. This will put you onto Route 92 toward Manlius and Cazenovia. Follow Route 92 through Manlius and continue toward Cazenovia. After you leave Manlius you will drive through Oran. You will pass a golf driving range on the right as you depart Oran. (Check your odometer – Woodfield Road is 3 miles from the driving range.) Turn right onto Woodfield Road. If you go too far you will come to the end of Route 92. Turn around and make the first left turn onto Woodfield Road.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: Depending on weather either 80’ x 200’ outdoor arena with sand dust and sand mix footing or 100’ x 300’ indoor arena with mason sand footing. Mare Performance Test: free jumping in indoor chute. Warmup: outdoor arena.
Other: No dogs on grounds. Food available for purchase. Spectator seating near arena. Extensive parking available. Both a professional photographer and videographer will be on site for hire. Photographer will be Stacy Lynn Photography, www.stacylynnephoto.com. Stalls must be stripped upon departure.
July 19, 2012 – Callaway Farm at Delaware Valley College, Doylestown, Pa.
Callaway Farm at Delaware Valley College, Doylestown, Pa.
Contact: Kimberly Kobryn-Callaway, 8769 Easton Road, Ottsville, PA 18942
Telephone: 215-530-9606 (8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Fax: 610-847-0186
E-mail: callawayfarm@aol.com
Site Address: Delaware Valley College, 700 East Butler Avenue, Doylestown, Pa. 18901
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: Stabling limited to 7 permanent on-site stalls, $45.00/stall/night or for the day. $25.00 grounds fee if trailering-in. Make checks payable to: Kimberly Kobryn – Callaway Farm. Payment due at time of reservations. Full refunds will be given with at least one week’s notice from inspection day. First bedding (shavings) provided. No additional bedding/hay available for purchase.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins and Health Certificate for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: Quakertown Veterinary Clinic, 215-536-2726.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn, Warminster (10 miles) 215-443-4300; Comfort Inn, Montgomeryville (8 miles) 215-361-3600; Best Western, Fort Washington (13 miles) 215-542-7930.
Directions: From Philadelphia: take the Schuylkill Expressway (Route 76) west to the “Blue Route” North (476) to the PA Turnpike entrance at Mid-County. Follow turnpike east to Fort Washington, exit 339, then Route 309 North towards Montgomeryville. At Five Points intersection, take soft right onto Route 202 (Doylestown Road). Follow about six miles to the college entrance on the right at traffic signal.
From Harrisburg and West: Take the PA Turnpike east to Fort Washington, exit 339, follow as above.
From New Jersey: Take the NJ Turnpike to the entrance of the PA Turnpike, exit 6, and travel West to Willow Grove, exit 343. Proceed North on Route 611 to the Chalfont exit for Route 202 South. Follow 202 South 1/2 mile to the college entrance on the left at traffic signal.
From Allentown, Bethlehem and North: take the Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike (Route 476) South to the Quakertown exit. Proceed East on Route 663 to Quakertown. Route 663 becomes Route 313. Follow Route 313 East to 611 South. Follow 611 South and take the State Street exit for 202 South. At top of ramp, turn left at the light. The college entrance is 3/10 of a mile on the left at traffic signal.
From the New York City area: take a convenient route to Route 202 South. Stay on 202 South through New Jersey to Pennsylvania. Continue on 202 South through Doylestown and look for the college entrance on the left, approximately two miles beyond the town center.
From Delaware and South: Take I-95 North to the “Blue Route” North (476) to the PA Turnpike entrance at Mid-County. Follow turnpike east to Fort Washington, exit 339. Follow as above.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 120’ x 90’ outdoor sand arena or 84’ x 280’ indoor arena with sand/rubber footing; Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping will be held in indoor arena, the under saddle portion will be held outdoors if weather permits.
Other: Other than limitations on stall accommodations (see above), this site will have an unlimited entry. Food available for purchase. Spectator seating near arena. No dogs on grounds. Extensive parking available on stone/asphalt/grass areas. No restrictions on lengths of trailers coming to this site.
July 20, 2012 – Windswept Farm, Georgetown, Ont.
Windswept Farm, Georgetown, Ont.
Contact: Elke or Nancy Mulholland, 14145 8th Line, Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4S4
Telephone: 905-873-1899 (barn – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Fax: 905-873-1919
E-mail: sport-horses@windsweptfarm.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.; Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 5 permanent stalls available on premises, C$30.00 + 13% HST tax/night or for the day, including first bedding (shavings). Additional bedding and hay available for purchase on grounds. No grounds fee for if not stabling. Make checks payable to: Windswept Farm, due upon making a reservation. If staying overnight prior to inspection, must arrive before 9:00 p.m. on July 19. Arrivals on day of inspection not before 6:00 a.m.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins and health certificate.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. Roger Footman, 519-833-9601.
Accommodations: Best Western Inn on the Hill, 905-877-6986 (9 miles from site).
Directions: From Hwy. #401 (E-W Windsor to Montreal) take exit 328. Go North on Trafalgar Road 12.5 miles to village of Ballinafad. Turn right at four corners on Wellington County Road 42 (East). Proceed approximately 8/10th to 1 mile to 8th Line. Turn right on 8th Line (South). Second farm on left side of road. White fenced paddocks and sign “Windswept Farm.” See http://windsweptfarm.com/maps.htm for map and directions.
Other: Will require liability waiver and indemnification from each participant. Windswept Farm is unable to provide braiding services or staff to present mares. Please provide your own helpers and staff. No dogs on grounds. Food will be available, compliments of host. Spectator seating near outdoor arena. No smoking permitted on property.
July 21-22, 2012 – Stallion Licensing Site – Hilltop Farm, Colora, Md.
Hilltop Farm, Colora, Md.
Contact: Holly Fisher, Hilltop Farm, 1089 Nesbitt Road, Colora, MD 21917
Telephone: 410-658-9898 (M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Fax: 410-658-9228
E-mail: holly@hilltopfarminc.com
This will be a two day inspection site with the AHS East Coast Stallion Licensing on the first day, July 21. The actual schedule will be determined by Hilltop Farm after actual entries are known.
Tentative Schedule for July 21: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 9:00 a.m.: 1st Presentation of stallions on triangle; Measurement of stallions; Free Jumping of stallions; Mare Performance Test, and inspection of MPT mares who may also need studbook inspection; 2nd Presentation of stallions on triangle, followed by vet check and announcement of results; Futurity classes.
Tentative schedule for July 22: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 9:00 a.m.: Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 18 permanent stalls available on premises, $50/stall/night or for the day for mare; $75/stall for stallion. No grounds fee if not stabling. Make checks payable to Hilltop Farm. Payment due at time of reservations. Refund only if another horse can fill the stall. First bedding provided, straw for mares, shavings for stallions. Additional bedding, hay available for purchase. Friday arrival time is 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Horses must depart by the evening of the day they are inspected. Stabling is limited thus priority given to stallions, mares for inspection and MPT participants.
Other Requirements: Negative Coggins all horses and health certificate all out-of-state horses. All horses proof of current flu/rhino vaccination within 120 days, but not less than 7 days, prior to arrival. Stallions must provide proof of a negative EVA titer pulled within 30 days prior to arrival or provide proof of initial negative EVA titer with subsequent annual vaccination.
Veterinarian: Unionville Equine Associates, 610-932-6800.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express (12 miles) 410-287-0008; Best Western (12 miles) 410-287-5450.
Directions: An inspection packet, including directions and accommodations will be mailed by Hilltop to each participant.
Other: This site has an unlimited entry but stalls available for only 18 horses. Must pre-register for handling and braiding services. A photographer and videographer will be present. No dogs or camping on grounds.
July 22, 2012 – Foals Only – High Point Hanoverians, Chestertown, Md.
High Point Hanoverians, Chestertown, Md.
Contact: Klaus Schengber, 358 High Point Lane, Chestertown, MD 21620
Telephone: 410-708-3098
E-mail: barilar@aol.com
July 23, 2012 – Hilton Farm, Somerset, Va.
Hilton Farm, Somerset, Va.
Contact: Rosemary Lysczek or Cindy Faulconer, P. O. Box 458, 10387 Hilton Farm Road, Somerset, VA 22972
Telephone: 540-672-2498 (M-F 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.)
Fax: 540-672-7415
E-mail: hiltonhann@gmail.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 20 permanent and 4 temporary stalls available on premises, $75.00/stall/night or for the day (includes grounds fee). $25.00 grounds fee if not stabling. Make checks payable to Hilton Farm, due at time of reservations. No refunds. First bedding (shavings) provided. No arrivals before 12 noon on July 22.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. Keith Brady, Old Dominion Equine, 540-434-9225.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express (9 miles) 540-672-6691; Comfort Inn and Suites (5 miles) 540-672-3121. Hilton Farm has arranged for a block of rooms (10 @ $99.95) at the Holiday Inn at Orange.
Directions: From Orange: take Route 20 South to Route 231. Go left on 231 crossing over railroad tracks. Left on Route 679 (Elijah Craig Road) through white pillars onto Hilton Farm Road. From Charlottesville: take 20 North to Route 231. Right on 231 then left onto Route 679 (Elijah Craig Road) through white pillars onto Hilton Farm Road. Barn will be on left. Please be aware that GPS and cell phone service is limited in our area. Map and directions on website: www.hiltonfarm.com.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 27m x 62m outdoor sand arena or 20m x 40m indoor arena with sand footing; Mare Performance Test: Free jumping and under saddle portion in indoor arena. Warmup: outdoor on grass or sand.
Other: No dogs on grounds. Food will be available compliments of Marefield Meadows. Spectator seating near arena. No trailer hook-ups. Other than stall limitations, this site will have an unlimited entry. Each participant must sign a waiver of liability. Five additional stalls (if necessary) are available 5 miles from site.
July 25, 2012 – Sullivan Farm Hanoverians, LLC, Walkertown, N.C.
Sullivan Farm Hanoverians, LLC, Walkertown, N.C.
Contact: Bettie Carroll, 5604 Sullivantown Road, Walkertown, N.C. 27051
Telephone: 336-595-4286 (after 8:00 p.m.)
Fax: 336-595-8861
E-mail: carrollsbm@aol.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT). Foal Presentations, followed by branding.
Stabling: 30 box stalls on premises, $60.00/stall/night. Trailer-in grounds fee, $30.00/horse if not stabling. Make checks payable to Sullivan Farm Hanoverians. Payment due at time of reservations. No refunds. First bedding (2 bags of shavings) provided. Bring own hay/grain. Additional bedding for purchase 2 miles from site. No arrivals after 8:00 p.m. on July 24 or before 6:00 a.m. on July 25 without prior arrangement with host.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses, plus health certificate if from out of state.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. Steve Carroll, emergency pager is 336-750-1555.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn (11 miles from site) 336-564-3333; Sleep Inn (11 miles from site) 336-993-6800.
Directions: From Winston-Salem, N.C., Take Business I-40 East, exit onto Highway 158 (exit ramp turns into Hwy. 158). Go approximately 5 miles. At light at top of long hill turn left onto Darrow Road. Go approximately 1 mile to light. At light go left on Old Hollow Road/Highway 66. Go one block to next light (Rite-Aid will be on your right.) Turn right onto Main Street. Go 6/10 of a mile and turn right onto Depot Street. Depot turns into Sullivantown Road. Farm is 0.9 mile on right.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 72’ x 198’ covered arena with sand footing; MPT: Free jumping in covered chute. Warmup available in covered sand arena.
Other: Food available for purchase. No dogs on grounds. Extensive parking on grass. Contact host to arrange for handling, braiding and free jump practice session.
July 26, 2012 – Maple Run Farm at Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Jefferson, Wis.
Maple Run Farm at Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Jefferson, Wis.
Contact: Shannon Langer, W 3465 Markert Road, Helenville, WI
Telephone: 920-674-6344 (evenings)
E-mail: maplerunfarm@yahoo.com
Site Address: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 503 N. Jackson Ave., Jefferson, Wis.
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: Unlimited 10’ x 10’ solid wall portable stalls with full doors available on premises, $60.00/stall/night or for the day. $60.00 grounds fee if not stabling. Make checks payable to Maple Run Farm, LLC. Payment due at time of reservations. No refund after July 16. First bedding (3 bags shavings) provided. Additional bedding available for purchase.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: Wisconsin Equine Hospital, 262-569-1550.
Accommodations: Rodeway Inn (2 miles) 920-674-4404; Comfort Suites (5½ miles) 920-699-2800; Holiday Inn (7½ miles) 920-563-3600.
Directions: From Madison: US 12 East/US 18 East to US 18 East. Left on US 18 East to town of Jefferson. Go north on Jackson Avenue. Grounds will be on left. From Janesville: Hwy 26 North to W Racine Street. Turn left on Racine. W Racine to N Jackson Avenue. Turn right on Jackson. From Waukesau/Milwaukee/Chicago: I-94 W to exit 267 (Hwy 26, the Johnson Creek/Watertown exit). Left on 26 South. Hwy 26 to Puermer Street. Turn right on W Puermer to N Jackson. R onto Jackson.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: Either 115’ x 220’ outdoor or 105’ x 150’ indoor arena, depending on weather. Mare Performance Test: Free jumping in indoor, under saddle in outdoor arena. Both have sand footing. Warmup available.
Other: Horses may arrive between 4:00-9:00 p.m. on July 25, and morning of July 26 after 6:00 a.m. Food will be available compliments of host. Spectator seating available. Dogs welcome but must be leashed. Parking available on gravel and asphalt.
July 27, 2012 – Harmony Sporthorses, Kiowa, Colo.
Harmony Sporthorses, Kiowa, Colo.
Contact: Kerry Barnes, 31400 N. Elbert Road, Kiowa, CO 80117
Telephone: 303-621-8512 (8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. MST)
Fax: 303-621-8512
E-mail: info@harmonysporthorses.net
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian Mares, walk ring and awards (incl. non-Hann. mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian Mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 25 temporary stalls available, $25.00/stall/night or $15.00 for the day. No grounds fee if not stabling. Make checks payable to Harmony Sporthorses. Payment due upon arrival. Full refund if unable to attend.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins and health certificate for all horses, including Colorado residents. Please call ahead of your arrival time so we can unlock the front gate for you.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. Ron Streeter, 303-794-6359.
Accommodations: Microtel Inn and Suites (in Parker, 30 miles) 720-257-2644; Holiday Inn Express (in Castle Rock, 25 miles) 303-660-9733.
Directions: From I-25 S to Founders Parkway exit (1st Castle Rock exit). Follow to Highway 86. Turn left (east). Follow Hwy 86 through Franktown, continue east through Elizabeth approximately 7 miles to Kiowa. Follow the signs for the Boy Scout camp and Elbert. As you are coming into town and down the hill, there is a road at the bottom of the hill. Turn right onto Elbert Road. Go approximately one-and-a-half miles. Farm on left hand side of road, large red barn with red sheds. 31400 N. Elbert Road.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 85′ x 200′ indoor with polymer and sand footing; Mare Performance Test: either indoor or outdoor depending on weather and judges’ preference. Warmup: outdoor or indoor arena.
Other: No dogs on grounds. Food available compliments of host. Spectator seating near arena.
Fall Tour 2012
September 16, 2012 – Chestershire Farms, LLC, Manchester, Mich.
Chestershire Farms, LLC, Manchester, Mich.
Contact: Kathryn Judge, 13930 Sheridan Road, Manchester, MI 48158
Telephone: 734-428-1864 or 734-637-9698 (7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. EST)
Fax: 754-428-1869
E-mail: chestershirefarm@aol.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 20 stalls available on site, $50.00/stall/night or $40.00 for the day. $25.00/horse grounds fee if not stabling. $50.00 for trailer overnight hook-up if needed. Limit 3 trailers. Make checks payable to Chestershire Farms, LLC. Payment due at time of reservations. First bedding (straw or shavings) provided. Additional bedding and hay available for purchase on site.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: The Veterinary Standard, 734-428-9701.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express (18 miles from site) 734-433-1600; Comfort Inn, 734-433-8000.
Directions: From Clinton, Mich: M12 (Michigan Avenue) West, to M52 North, right onto Bowens Road (East), left onto Sheridan Road (North) to 13930 (left side). From Manchester, Mich: M52 South to Logan Road (East) (left) to Sheridan Road (South) (Right) to 13930 (on right side).
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 66’ x 140’ indoor arena with limestone/sand footing; Mare Performance Test: free jumping in indoor chute. Warmup: 200’ x 75’ outdoor arena.
Other: Dogs welcome but must be leashed. Food available for purchase. Spectator seating near arena. Parking on gravel driveway. Trailer parking on site this year at upper shedrow. Spectator parking on site at lower barn area.
September 17, 2012 – HorsePower Farm at Wild Turkey Farm, Wilsonville, Ore.
HorsePower Farm at Wild Turkey Farm, Wilsonville, Ore.
Contact: Nancy Connolly or Diane Nauman, 9610 NE 202nd Avenue, Vancouver, WA
Telephone: 360-882-8735 (Nancy) or 541-619-7943 (Diane)
E-mail: nancyc@avantexec.com
Site Address: Wild Turkey Farm, 14175 SW Wilsonville Road, Ore. 97070
September 18, 2012 – Branscomb Farm LLC, Half Moon Bay, Calif.
Branscomb Farm LLC, Half Moon Bay, Calif.
Contact: KC Kelley or Devon McKnight, 780 Frenchmans Creek Road, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Telephone: 650-560-9650 (business hours PST)
Fax: 650-284-2525
E-mail: info@branscombfarm.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 38 permanent stalls available, $45.00 or $55.00/stall/night or for the day, depending on size. Make checks payable to Branscomb Farm, LLC. Payment due at time of reservations. Refund if cancellation made at least 7 days in advance of the inspection.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses. Will need a veterinarian’s certificate that horses are up-to-date on all customary (UC Davis VMTH recommended) vaccinations. No arrivals before 10:00 a.m. September 17; must leave by 9:00 a.m. September 18 please. First bedding (shavings) provided. Additional bedding and hay may be purchased on grounds.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. Anja Stoll or Dr. Philip Bellamy, 650-350-1850 or 650-867-1469 (emergency).
Accommodations: Comfort Inn (3 miles from site); Half Moon Bay Lodge/Best Western (4-5 miles from site).
Directions: From East or South: Take Highway 92 West from I-280 to Cabrillo Highway (California Route #1). Follow Route #1 North approximately 3 miles to Frenchman’s Creek Road (on the right across from Venice Beach State Park). Go 1/4 mile down Frenchman’s Creek Road on the right. From North: Follow directions to I-280 S and the above or take Coast Highway south from Pacifica and turn left onto Frenchman’s Creek Road after crossing into the Half Moon Bay City limits. Please wait to be directed where to unload horses and for stall assignments. Welcome to Branscomb Farm!
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 80’ x 160’ indoor arena or 280’ x 125’ outdoor arena, both with German textile footing. Mare Performance Test: either indoor or outdoor depending on weather and judges’ preference. Warmup: outdoor or indoor arena.
Other: No dogs on grounds. Food available compliments of host and for purchase. Spectator seating near arena. Extensive parking; call in advance if you need to park a big rig.
September 19, 2012 – Creek Hollow Ranch, Ramona, Calif.
Creek Hollow Ranch, Ramona, Calif.
Contact: Colleen Burman, 25279 Creek Hollow Dr., Ramona, CA 92065
Telephone: 760-789-4875 (9 a.m.- 5 p.m.)
Fax: (760) 896-6116
E-mail: colleen@creekhollowranch.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:30 a.m.: Registration: 9:00 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 10 12’ x 16’ box stalls and 8 10’ x 20’ portable stalls available on premises, $60.00 overnight or $35.00 for the day; $25.00 grounds fee per horse (or mare w/foal), if not stabling. Make checks payable to Creek Hollow Ranch. Reservations and payment due by Sept 1. Refunds if cancelled 30 days prior to inspection, thereafter, refunds, minus a $25.00 office fee, only with a valid vet certificate. No Refunds after Sept. 7. Bring own hay, bedding, buckets and feed. Hay and bedding available for purchase on site.
Other Requirements: Negative Coggins required for all out-of-state horses and health certificate required for all horses. Only healthy horses will be allowed on property. Horses may arrive 1 to 2 days early with advance notice. No arrivals before 6:30 a.m. day of inspection, unless prior arrangements made with Creek Hollow Ranch.
Veterinarian on call: East County Large Animal Practice, 619-561-4661.
Accommodations: Ramona Valley Inn (6 miles) 760-789-6433; San Vicente Inn (8 miles) 760-789-8290, Riviera Oaks Resort (10 miles) 760-788-7711
Directions: Take Highway 67 or 78 to Ramona, continue east on Main Street to 3rd Avenue. Turn south. 3rd becomes Old Julian Highway. At 2.0 mile marker, turn left to stay on Julian. At mile marker 5.5, turn right onto Creek Hollow Drive. Follow signs on to ranch.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: Indoor 125’ x 250’ arena with sand footing. MPT: Free jumping in outdoor chute and under saddle test in indoor arena with sand footing. Warm-up arena and 2 lunge rings are available. Warm up for free jumping available the day before the inspection prior to 4 pm.
Other: Food will be available for purchase. Dogs welcome but must be leashed. AHS stabling form required from each participant, even if not stabling. Braiding and handling services will be available and must be reserved and prepaid. Limited electricity, please arrive during daylight hours. A liability waiver is required for every person attending the inspection. Extensive parking available with easy access for large trailers.
September 20, 2012 – Rainbow Equus Meadows, Lincoln, Calif.
Rainbow Equus Meadows, Lincoln, Calif.
Contact: Susan Schutte, 46 West Wise Road, Lincoln, CA 95648
Telephone: 916-645-1471 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Fax: 916-645-9417
E-mail: edgar@rainbowequus.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:30 a.m.: Registration; 9:00 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch – bring your own food; Foal Presentations, followed by branding.
Stabling: Limited to 16 portable stalls, $77.00/night or for the day. Trailer-in grounds fee is $27.00/horse (or mare w/foal). Reservations and payment must be made prior to September 1. Stalls offered on a first come, first serve basis. Make checks payable to Rainbow Equus Meadows. No refunds after September 7. Bring own bedding, hay, buckets and feed.
Other Requirements: No arrivals more than one hour before registration without permission of farm manager. Negative Coggins for out-of-state horses and health certificate required for all horses. Only healthy horses will be allowed on property. No pigeon fever or strangles within the last 12 months. Horses that are coughing or mildly suspected of illness will be excused from the premises.
Veterinarian on call: Loomis Basin Veterinary Clinic: 916-652-7645.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express (10 minutes from site), 916-644-3440; Heritage Inn Express (12 minutes from site), 916-632-3366.
Directions: From I-80 or from Reno: Exit Hwy 65 Lincoln/Marysville and continue about 15 minutes. Go through the small town of Lincoln. Pass five stoplights then look for Gladding Road on right. Turn right on Gladding, make another right at the stop sign onto Wise Road. Go approximately 2/3 mile you then turn left into a gravel driveway that says “Gate 3”. Follow signs to parking.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 100’ x 300’ indoor arena with sand footing; Mare Performance Test: the free jumping will be in an indoor chute, and under saddle test in outdoor arena with sand footing. Warm-up for the riding portion of the MPT will be available in portable stall field; horses may also be lunged there. No warm-up for free jumping.
Other: For September 19 arrivals call for time and authorization. A liability waiver is required for every person attending the inspection. AHS stabling form required from every participant, even if not stabling. Absolutely no dogs. Food will not be available. Extensive parking available on pasture; we can accommodate up to an eight-horse trailers. The farm entrance is Gate 3; do no come onto the property via the main gate. The site will be limited to 17 outside horses, with mare/foal combination being considered as one. Rainbow Equus Meadows is a professionally run family–owned operation. Best of luck at the inspection!
September 21, 2012 – Silverhorne Sporthorse, LLC, Gold River, Calif.
Silverhorne Sporthorse, LLC, Gold River, Calif.
Contact: Barbara Gualco, 3969 Pleasant Hills Lane, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
Telephone: 916-351-1100 (leave a message and call will be returned the next day)
Fax: 916-351-9392
E-mail: barbara@silverhorne.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:30 a.m.: Registration: 9:00 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch – bring your own food; Foal Presentations, followed by branding.
Stabling: Unlimited stabling. 12 x 12 insulated padded stalls w/auto water, window, fly control available at $65.00/stall/night or for the day. $65.00 grounds fee/horse if not stabling. Make checks payable to Silverhorne Sporthorse, LLC. Payment is due at time of reservations. Refunds will be given one day prior to inspection. First bedding (shavings) provided, additional bedding/hay available for purchase on grounds. If hauling a long distance please plan to arrive the night before the inspection; if local you may arrive day of inspection.
Other Requirements: Vaccination record (including EWTFlu/Rhino/W. Nile), plus Strangles required if horse has been traveling or showing, will be required from owner’s veterinarian.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. David Valcheck: (916) 606-1616.
Accommodations: La Quinta (6 miles) 916-638-1111; Marriot Rancho Cordova (6 miles), 916-236-2427.
Directions: Detailed directions to this site, plus health approval and liability release can be retrieved from www.silverhorne.com.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 125 x 250 outdoor all weather w/airfoot arena with sand footing; Mare Performance Test: the free jumping will be in an enclosed outdoor chute, and under saddle test in outdoor arena. Warm-up will be available in an 80 x 80 round pen, one horse per session.
Other: The $65.00 site fee covers stabling, bedding and clean up, arena and jump chute (staff support), footing preparation, facility preparation, event staffing and special event insurance coverage. No dogs on grounds, spectator seating near arena. We look forward to welcoming you at Silver Sporthorse. Participants can call to confirm any detail or question.
October 2, 2012 – Emerald Spring Equestrian Center, Prosperity, S.C.
Emerald Spring Equestrian Center, Prosperity, S.C.
Contact: Laura Trumbower, 240 WJ McCartha Road, Prosperity, S.C. 29127
Telephone: 803-422-6432 (6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Fax: 803-364-2768 (call first)
E-mail: emeraldspring@att.net
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 6 permanent stalls in block barn and 3 large wooden stalls for overnight, and six paddocks for daytime use only. Overnight guests have priority on stalls. $50.00/stall/night or $25.00 for the day. $10.00 grounds fee if not stabling. All horses arriving day before must be in by 8:00 p.m. Daytime ship-ins will be parked in a grassy field away from the inspection. Make checks payable to Laura Trumbower (not Emerald Spring). Payment due at time of reservations. Full refund if host given 48 hours notice; refund less $10.00 if 48 hours notice not given. First bedding (shavings) provided. Additional bedding/hay available for purchase on grounds if ordered in advance.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins all horses and health certificate for all out of state horses.
Veterinarian on call: Equicare Veterinary Associates, 803-783-6999.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express, Newberry (15 miles from site), 803-539-0036; Hampton Inn Opera House, Newberry (11 miles from site), 803-276-666
Directions: From Columbia, take I-26 W towards Greenville-Spartanburg. Take the Chapin exit, go left top of ramp. Drive slowly through Chapin (be careful not to speed), Go over RR tracks, then there is a traffic light. Take a right at the light onto 76. Go about 2 blocks, take a left onto St. Peter’s Church Road. Go about 3 miles then take a left onto Dreher Island Road. Go about 3 miles to end of road then right onto Macedonia Church Road. Take first left onto Holland’s Landing Road, then the first right onto WJ McCartha Road. Farm is on the corner on the left. The driveway is about 200 yards on the left. It is a circular drive that will be one way to the left for Inspection Day. Go around the circular driveway to the left, and to the barn that you will see as you turn onto WJ McCartha Road. You can unload there and we will show you where to park afterward. Unloading on Inspection Day after 8:00 a.m. will be required in the trailer parking area – not at the barn.
From Greenville-Spartanburg, take I-26E towards Columbia. Take exit 74/SC Hwy 34, and go right off the ramp. Go about 2.2 miles, and take a left onto Hwy 76. Go about 5-6 miles to the town of Prosepetiry, where the road narrows from four to two lanes. Stay in the right lane, which veers to the right and turns into 391. Go through Prosperity, the road turns into Macedonia Church Road after the stop light in town (391 goes to the right at the light…stay straight!). Go about 6-7 miles on Macedonia Church Road, and you will see the Newberry County Safety/Emergency Complex on the right. A mile past that cmplex, Holland’s Landing veers off to the right, WJ McCartha is the first right, and the farm is there on the left, as in above directions.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 100′ x 200′ outdoor sand and wood fiber arena. MPT: Free jumping in outdoor chute, under saddle in outdoor arena. Warmup available in outdoor dressage arena with River Sand footing.
Other: Spectator seating near arena. Food available for purchase or compliments of host. Dogs welcome but must be leashed. Extensive parking available on gravel. Please visit our Inspection Host Site which at Emerald Spring Equestrian Center.
October 3, 2012 – Saint Louis Equestrian Center, Saint Louis, Mo.
Saint Louis Equestrian Center, Saint Louis, Mo.
Contact: Dr. Christopher Perry, 19201 Model Realty Road, Wildwood, MO 63069
Telephone: 314-749-2696(7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.)
Fax: 314-367-9396
E-mail: chrisperry@saintlouisequestriancenter.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.; Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 32 permanent box stalls (12’ x 12’) available on premises, $20.00/stall/night or for the day. Grounds fee $10.00/day. Make checks payable to SLEC. Payment due at time of reservations. Refund only with 24 hours notice. First bedding (shavings) provided. Bedding/hay available for purchase on grounds.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins and health certificate for all horses. Horses may arrive 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 2 or after 7:00 a.m. October 3.
Veterinarian on call: Mid Rivers Equine Center, 636-332-5373.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn (3 miles) 636-938-6661; Econo Lodge (4 miles) 636-938-5348.
Directions: From I-44 to exit 261 (Six Flags exit). Go north 446 feet on Allentown Road then turn left onto Fox Creek Road. Go 2.2 miles and turn left onto Model Realty Road. SLEC is at the end of this road. Go through large black iron gate.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 220’x 95’ outdoor sand arena or 200’ x 80’ indoor with sand and rubber footing; Mare Performance Test: free jumping and under saddle will be held indoors. Warmup: outdoor standard sand dressage arena.
Other: Site has unlimited entry. No dogs on grounds. Lunch available, compliments of host. Extensive parking available on gravel or grass. No semi-trailers allowed on site.
October 4, 2012 – Leatherdale Farms, Long Lake, Minn.
Leatherdale Farms, Long Lake, Minn.
Contact: Louise Leatherdale, 2075 Cottonwood Trail, Long Lake, MN 55356
Telephone: 763-473-3803
E-mail: lleatherda@aol.com
October 5-6, 2012 – Oakwood Farms, Lawrenceburg, Ind.
Oakwood Farms, Lawrenceburg, Ind.
Contact: Meg Williams, 18995 Hanoverian Lane, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Telephone: 812-926-4295 (before 9:00 p.m.)
Fax: 812-926-3228
E-mail: oakwoodfarms@yahoo.com
Standard Order of Go: October 5 – 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT).
Standard Order of Go: October 6 – Foal Presentations, followed by branding. Futurity classes.
Stabling: 30 box stalls on premises, $40.00/stall/night or for the day. Trailer-in grounds fee, $15.00/horse. All horses arriving day before must be in by 9:00 p.m. Horses coming in for the second day, October 6, may not arrive before 4:00 p.m. as stalls will not be ready. Make checks payable to Meg Williams. Payment due at time of reservations. Refund policy 24 hours prior to inspection. First bedding (shavings) provided. Hay available for purchase on grounds.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins and health certificate for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: River Side Equine, 859-384-1396.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express, 812-537-2552; Quality Inn, 812-539-4770, Comfort Inn, 812-539-3600.
Directions: From I-275 around Cincinnati, take Lawrenceburg exit (only exit in Indiana); go through traffic light, be in right lane on exit ramp. At stop sign, turn right onto Rt.1. Go about 4 miles, turn left onto Prebble Rd. (same turn as Ski-Slopes). Turn right onto Kaiser Dr., go about 2 miles to Oakwood Farm/Hanoverian Lane on left. Large stone walls at entrance. From I-74 West: Exit St. Leon /St.Rt. 1. Turn right, go about 15 miles to Prebble Rd., turn right, and follow directions as above.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 70’x 200’ outdoor sand arena or 70’ x 150’ indoor arena, wood chip/mulch footing; MPT: Free jumping in indoor chute, under saddle indoor or outdoor. Note: Free-jumping schooling offered the day prior to inspection.
Other: Staff on hand for grooming, braiding, handling and presentation of horses. Unlimited entry. Lunch provided by host both days at nominal cost.
October 12, 2012 – Home Again Farm at Pennock Point, Reddick, Fla.
Home Again Farm at Pennock Point, Reddick, Fla.
Contact: Mary Lou Winn, 12318 NE CR 1471, Waldo, FL 32694
Telephone: 352-468-1670 (8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.)
E-mail: marylou@homeagainfarm.com
Site Address: Pennock Point Sport Horses, 4580 NW County Road 329, Reddick, Fla. 32686
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding (last activity of day).
Stabling: 20 stalls available, $60.00/night or for the day. $35.00 grounds fee for trailer-ins. Make checks payable to Home Again Farm. Payment due at time of reservations. Refunds if cancelled by October 7. First bedding (shavings) provided. No other bedding/hay available for purchase.
Other Requirements: Negative Coggins required for all horses. Horses may arrive after 2:00 p.m. October 11. Please call to arrange earlier arrival or for staying over after event ends.
Veterinarian on call: EMCO vet, 352-873-7830.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn OCALA Midtown (10 miles) 352-629-7300; Comfort Inn Ocala (12 miles) 352-732-0831.
Directions: From North take I-75 to exit 368 onto CR 318 then go east. At Hwy 441 turn right (south), at first yellow blinking light take CR 25A for approx. 5 miles to another light at CR 329; turn right (west) to the first farm entrance; From South take I-75 to exit 358 onto CR 326 East, go to first stoplight, turn left onto 25A going north, then go approximately 5 miles to the yellow blinking light and turn left onto CR 329 to the first farm on the left, Pennock Point.
Facilities: Mare Inspection and MPT: 200′ x 70′ outdoor arena with clay/sand footing. Warmup: outdoor on sand/clay.
Other: Site will be limited to 20 horses, unless stabling is not required. Stalls will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. No stalls assigned without receipt of AHS stabling form and stabling fee. Please mail copy of current Coggins with fees and stabling form. Handling and braiding may be arranged with prior notice. A photographer will be present. Bring own chairs. Food will be available for purchase.
October 13, 2012 – Mid-Atlantic Hanoverian Breeders Club at Hedgeland Equestrian Center, Waterford, Va.
Mid-Atlantic Hanoverian Breeders Club at Hedgeland Equestrian Center, Waterford, Va.
Contact: Kate Palmquist, 445 Dry Hollow Road, Rockbridge Baths, VA 24473
Telephone: 540-348-3495
E-mail: autumnhillfarm@msn.com
Site Address: 40128 Hedgeland Lane, Waterford, Va. 20197
October 14, 2012 – High Valley Hanoverians, Suches, Ga.
High Valley Hanoverians, Suches, Ga.
Contact:Annetta Coleman, 5255 Porter Lane, Gainesville, GA 30506
Telephone: 678-936-8087 (call anytime)
Fax: 678-807-1924
E-mail: HighValleyHanoverians@windstream.net
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding.
Stabling: 30 permanent 14’ x 14’ stalls on premises, $50.00/stall/night or for the day. Trailer-in grounds fee, $25.00/horse. TBD if temporary stalls available on grounds. 30 additional stalls available 10 miles from site. Make checks payable to High Valley Hanoverians. Payment due at time of reservations. Full refund if cancellation is made at least one day prior to the inspection. First bedding (shavings) provided. No additional bedding/hay available for purchase on grounds.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses and health certificate if from out of state.
Veterinarian on call: Equine Medical Center. Contact host for telephone number.
Accommodations: Several existing hotels in Dawsonville, Ga., area (5 miles from site). Host will review hotels and obtain discounted rates which will be published 2 months in advance of inspection.
Directions: GPS address is 5255 Porter Lane, Gainesville, Ga. From Cumming: Take GA 400 North to Exit #17. At the stop light turn right onto GA 306. Go 7.7 miles on GA 306. Look for sign for Marina Bay on right and Knight Road on left. Turn left on Knight Road. Take immediate left onto GA 53 (also known as Dawsonville Highway). Go 0.3 miles on GA 53. Turn left onto Porter Lane. Turn left at 2nd mailbox on Porter Lane (#5255).
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 150’x 300’ outdoor arena with river sand footing or 100’ x 200’ indoor arena with river sand footing; MPT: Free jumping in indoor arena. Under saddle test in outdoor arena, weather permitting, with separate warm up.
Other: Host will provide food preceding evening for competitor celebration. Host will take advance orders for box lunches day of inspection. Dogs welcome but must be leashed. Spectator seating available near arena. Extensive parking. Mares that will be taking the MPT are encouraged to participate in a practice session through the free jumping chute during the afternoon preceding the inspection. Mares may also school under saddle with other MPT mares or separately.
October 15, 2012 – Creek Colony Ranch, Richmond, Texas
Creek Colony Ranch, Richmond, Texas
Contact: Mary Goldberg, 6703 Creek Colony Drive, Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: 281-658-3857
E-mail: mary@creekcolony.com
October 16, 2012 – Royal Equus Farm, Coupland, Texas
Royal Equus Farm, Coupland, Texas
Contact: Alyssa Tompkins, 1610 CR 404, Taylor, TX 76574
Telephone: 254-210-9085 (between 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.)
E-mail: alyssa@aptitudesporthorses.com
Site Address: Royal Equus Farm, 20307 Fm 973, Coupland, Texas 78615
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT). Foal Presentations, followed by branding.
Stabling: 12 box stalls on premises, $30.00/stall/night or $20.00 for the day. Trailer-in grounds fee, $15.00/horse if not stabling. Make checks payable to Aptitude Dressage. Payment due at time of reservations. Full refund with veterinarian’s letter or prior to 2 weeks before inspection; 50% refund within 2 weeks of the inspection. First bedding (shavings) provided. No additional bedding or hay available for purchase on grounds.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: Elgin Vet Hospital, 512-285-3395.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express, Hutto, Texas, 512-846-1168; Best Western, Taylor, Texas, 512-352-5292.
Directions: From TX-79, go south on FM 1660; go 7.8 miles then turn right on FM 973. Go 1.3 miles and farm entrance is on left directly across from Conoco stallion; From US 290, go North on FM 973, go 9.4 miles and farm entrance is on right directly across from Conoco station.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: Either in 70’x 200’ outdoor sand arena or 150’ x 200’ indoor arena with sand footing; MPT: Free jumping in outdoor chute. Warmup available in outdoor sand arena.
Other: Food available compliments of host. Spectator seating near arena. Dogs welcome but must be leashed. Extensive parking on gravel drive.
October 17, 2012 – Los Cedros USA, Scottsdale, Ariz.
Los Cedros USA, Scottsdale, Ariz.
Contact: Paula Paglia or Teri Patton-Rich, 8700 East Black Mountain Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85266
Telephone: 480-695-4581 (Paula) or 928-978-2449 (Teri)
E-mail: terisforte@gmail.com
October 18, 2012 – DG Bar Ranch, Hanford, Calif.
DG Bar Ranch, Hanford, Calif.
Contact: Will Arts, 3012 Grangeville Blvd, Hanford, CA 93230
Telephone: 559-732-7738 or 559-269-5152 (cell)
E-mail: willyarts@dgbarranch.com
November 8, 2012 – Woodridge Farm, Claremore, Okla.
Woodridge Farm, Claremore, Okla.
Contact: Vanessa Carlson, 17785 East 480 Road, Claremore, OK 74019
Telephone: 918-341-7262
Cell: 918-629-0814 (best to call 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Fax: 918-342-3043
E-mail: woodridgef@aol.com
Standard Order of Go: 8:00 a.m.: Registration: 8:30 a.m.: Mare Performance Test: Free Jumping; during free jumping evaluation of the trot in free running; evaluation of conformation and correctness of gaits, if necessary (i.e. for mares doing both MPT and studbook inspection); Inspection of non-Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including non-Hanoverian mares for inspection from MPT, if any); MPT, under saddle portion; Inspection of Hanoverian mares, walk ring and awards (including the Hanoverian mares for inspection from the MPT); Lunch; Foal Presentations, followed by branding.
Stabling: 22 permanent box stalls available on premises, $40.00/stall/night or for the day. $15.00 grounds fee for trailer-ins. Make checks payable to Woodridge Farm. Payment due at time of reservations. First bedding (shavings) provided. Additional bedding/hay available for purchase on grounds. Please plan to arrive before dark as there is no lighting in the parking area.
Other Requirements: Proof of Negative Coggins for all horses.
Veterinarian on call: Dr. Shipman, 918-342-4554.
Accommodations: Super 8 (5 miles) 866-539-0036; Comfort Inn (9 miles) 918-343-3297.
Directions: Five miles east on Highway 20 (4 miles from I-44 exit #255) Take 2nd left after Will Rogers Downs, which is Carefree Drive. Go 1 mile to stop sign and turn right. Woodridge Farm is approximately 200 yards on your left. Please turn at second entrance, sign for trailers and parking. See our website www.woodridgefarm.com/admin/map & directions for additional information.
Facilities: Mare Inspection: 20 x 40 meter indoor arena with sand/rubber/felt footing; Mare Performance Test: Both free jumping and the under saddle portion will take place in the indoor arena. Warmup outdoor on sand (weather permitting).
Other: Dogs welcome but must be leashed. Food will be available. Spectator seating near arena. Parking available on grass and gravel.
November 11, 2012 – Silver Creek Farms, Broken Arrow, Okla.
Silver Creek Farms, Broken Arrow, Okla.
Contact: Barbara Sikkink, 18454 E. 111th St., Broken Arrow, OK 74011
Telephone: 918-830-4262
E-mail: barbara@silvercreeksporthorses.com


