Fall Horse Trials at the Ark

October 10, 2009

Final Results

Fall Horse Trials Running as a one-day event!

Given the current economic conditions and the disappointing spring entries, the organizing committee has decided to condense the Fall HT at the Ark (October 10-11) down into one day (October 10th only) and reduce entry and stabling fees.  All divisions (except Maiden Test) are now $150 and stabling is $40/night (Friday, Saturday; $15/night Thursday, Sunday).  We’ve been carefully watching other summer events both in our Area and Area 3, and are not hopeful for full entries.  We apologize for this change, but felt it was necessary to run.  We hope you will support our efforts to remain viable and on the Area 2 calendar.

Young and Future Event Horse Classes have been added to the Fall HT at the Ark 

Sunday, October 11, 2009

***Due to unforseen circumstances, this date is changed***

YEH and FEH classes have been added to the Fall Horse Trials at the Ark to be judged by Nanci Lindroth (NC)--these divisions will be held on Friday, October 11th beginning at approximately 9am (limited to the first 20 horses entered).  YEH participants are allowed to cross-enter into the Horse Trials  (different riders allowed).  

YEH jumping tests using the WNAAA xc course and show jumps.

Send Entries To:

Abbey Dondanville

917 Cameron Ct.

Monroe, NC  28112

704-221-1311

lecoeurtriste@earthlink.net

Entry Fee:  YEH $75; FEH $50

USEA Starter Fee:  $10

Grounds Fee:  $15 (waived for yearly pass holders and stabled horses)

Stabling Sat. night:  $40 (includes 2 bags of shavings)

Dress:  casual (medical armbands, helmets, heeled boots, and collared shirts required; vests recommended for the jumping phase)

Boots and Braiding:  braiding optional; boots and bandages not allowed during confirmation inspection or dressage

Entry Forms and Dressage Tests

Across the Levels Team Challenge Sponsored by Waxhaw Tack Exchange

Waxhaw Tack Exchange Across the Levels Team Challenge: Teams consist of three or four riders of any age/division competing in ANY three or four levels. The best three scores representing three DIFFERENT levels will be used to determine final team standings. If a team has only three members, they must  ride at DIFFERENT levels. Riders will continue to earn individual awards and USEA points in their respective divisions.  Maiden, PT, and TN riders are also eligible to compete on teams.  Please remember to write your team name on your entry form—team captains should also email the secretary a list of riders/levels competing on their team. There is no additional fee to compete as a team.  Prizes will be awarded to all members of the top three teams.  Thank you to Donna and Waxhaw Tack Exchange for supporting this class--please support them in return!

The Ark would like to Welcome EventEntries!

Horse Trials at the Ark can now be entered On-Line through EventEntries.com!  While you must still send a check with your signature page and coggins, you can now pre-select your preferred division (Open, Junior, or Horse).  We hope you will take advantage of EventEntries' FREE service when entering (please remember that entries are not complete and accepted until all financial obligations are met and signatures received)!  All electronic entries must be made complete within 5 days of entering to ensure a ride time and stabling.

The Ark would like to welcome John Williams as our

Cross Country and Show Jumping Course designer! 

All 5 levels have been completely re-tracked for the 2009 show season...with Preliminary, Training, Novice, and Beginner Novice taking advantage of an addition 28 acres across the road.  Novice now has a second water obstacle, and Preliminary now has three water questions! While the top four levels will be true to size and complexity, the Maiden course will continue to be a good introductory course for a first horse trials (with pass through water crossing and small 1/2 ditch on course).  Click here to see the new maps!

Prize Packages for Fall HT at the Ark

We would like to thank wonderful vendors for their generous donation of prizes for the Fall HT at the Ark (Especially Waxhaw Tack Exchange who have outdone themselves)!  In addition to dressage and event ribbons through 8th place, random riders will receive special prizes.  We will also be giving other special awards:

• Event Overall Low Score  ~  HoofClix Photography Package

• Low Score Junior ~ Commemorative Award Plate donated by the Farm House Tack Store

Professional Photography Provided by HoofClix

Preparations are underway for the 6th Fall Horse Trials at the Ark!

We are pleased to welcome the officials who will be presiding over this event:  Boo Duncan (SC) as the Technical Delegate, Robin Bruekmann (NC) as the President of the Ground Jury, and Brigette Simmons (NC) as our dressage judge.  Each of these individuals comes highly recommended from their respected peers.

We would also like to welcome HoofClix Photography, as they return as the official event photographers, and Farmhouse Tack.  Please show Mark and his crew your support!

The Organizing Committee hopes that you will make the Fall Horse Trials at the Ark your fall competition destination! 

Thank you for your support!

Do you want to come to the Fall Horse Trials at the Ark?

Spectators are always welcome at Why Not An American Ark!  Bring your favorite chair or simply sit back and enjoy the comfort of our large covered porch (there's even a swing).  And why stop at just watching when you can join the action as a VOLUNTEER!  No experience is necessary to help at one of our events--we are always grateful for jump judges, stewards, and jump crew.  As a special "Thank You" for your time, each full day volunteer will receive a $25 voucher to use toward ANY Ark event or trail ride.  Groups are encouraged to volunteer together and pool their vouchers to use toward a special day at the Ark. 

Please email for more information about volunteer opportunities at the Ark.