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NWAHJA
Season
Opener
HUNTER JUMPER ASSOCIATION
Judge: Misty Morgan “R”
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS
Little Rock, Arkansas
Bentonville, AR 72712
Willow Springs Arena
WWW.NWAHJA.org
14844 Walker Road
Prairie Grove, AR 72753
P.O. Box 2494
Sunday, April 11th, 2021
2021 NWAHJA Show Schedule Season Opener Sunday April 11 Willow Springs Arena Hosted by NWAHJA Saturday May 1 Jasper Springs Arena Hosted by NWAHJA Saturday June 19 Legends Equestrian Center Hosted by Legends Equestrian Center Summer Classic July 9-11 Pauline Whitaker Arena Hosted by NWAHJA September 11-12 Horses for Healing Hosted by Horses for Healing October 16-17 Blue Sky Ranch Hosted by Blue Sky Ranch Harvest Run November 13-14 Benton County Fairgrounds Hosted by NWAHJA
2021 Board of Directors Entries
Brandi Lane, President We offer an early entry fee of $15 per class if we receive your entries
before 5pm on April 7th! After that time, the regular entry fee of $20
Ryan Lowe, Vice President
per class will apply to all entries by email and at the show secretary desk.
Bridgette Pardo, Treasurer Register early for the reduced fee! You will save money and help us
Rebecca Randall, Secretary create a better show for you.
Becky Thompson, Events Coordinator Send entries to Wendy Wert at entries@nwahja.org
Include both the horse and rider’s name, owner’s name, and
Kristen Gemeiner, Volunteer and points coordinator class numbers when submitting entry to show secretary.
Sally Lobb, Facility Manager
Megan Morris, Facility Manager Judged Warm-up A & B rounds $15
Un-judged Exhibition Rounds $15
Katie Davidson, Junior Board
USHJA Outreach Classes are an additional $2 and require a
Jessica Lobb, Junior Board USHJA membership number.
Willow Lane, Junior Board Fees
$20 First Responder/Office fee per horse/rider combination
Officials $5 non-member fee per class
This show is recognized by the Northwest Arkansas Hunter $25 grounds/schooling fee if only participating in schooling
Jumper Association. Outreach Medals and Outreach Hunters are
recognized by the United States Hunter Jumper Association. Schooling
All points will count towards year end awards. Saturday Afternoon Open schooling
Sunday 6:30am-7:00am Open schooling
7:00am-7:55am 2’6” to 3’ schooling
Paddock Master: Heather Swope
Facility
Course designer: Heather Swope Willow Springs Arena Indoor stalls available for $15 per day and outdoor pens
available for $10 per day. Horses in indoor stalls need to be
Show Steward: Julia Atherton 14844 Walker Road moved out of stalls before the show starts. Outdoor pens
are not suitable for horses to be left unattended overnight.
Prarie Grove, AR 72753
EMT: Ty Brunkhardt Contact Sally Lobb for stall reservations at (479)871-7017
Announcer: Jen Sweeney
Warning: IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARKANSAS LAW, AN EQUINE ACTIVITY SPONSOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR AN INJURY
Facility Managers: Sally Lobb & Megan Morris TO, OR DEATH OF, A PARTICIPANT IN EQUINE ACTIVITIES RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISK OF EQUINE
ACTIVITIES. ACT 353 OF 1995
The NWAHJA Organization, its officers, board members, and general membership will not be held responsible
for damages or injuries to any person, animal, or other property occurring at the horse show or on the show
grounds. Additionally, NWAHJA, its officers, board members, and general membership shall be indemnified and
held harmless from any and all claims and demands of any kind arising from any exhibitor or spectator and his
family, employees, animals, or property while on or in the NWAHJA show grounds.
NWAHJA Class Schedule 2021
Schooling Break (18” & Adults)
**New for 2021** ALL Divisions are eligible for USHJA Outreach!
26. Adult Hunter I Over Fences (18” to 2’) Outreach Hunters 18”
27. Adult Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 18”
A. Warm-Up A (open all day)
28. Under Saddle—Adult Hunter Outreach Hunters 18”
1. Open Hunter I Over Fences (2’, 2’3”, 2’6” or 2’9”) Outreach Hunters 2’ OR 2’3” OR 2’6” OR 2’9”
29. 18” Hunter I Over Fences Outreach Hunters 18”
2. Open Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 2’ OR 2’3” OR 2’6” OR 2’9”
30. 18” Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 18”
3. NWAHJA Hunter I Over Fences (2’6”) Outreach Hunters 2’6”
31. 18” Equitation Over Fences Outreach Equitation 18”
4. NWAHJA Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 2’6”
32. Under Saddle—18” Hunter Outreach Hunters 18”
5. Under Saddle—NWAHJA Hunter Outreach Hunters 2’6”
33. On the Flat—18” Equitation Outreach Equitation 18”
6. Scholarship Equitation Over Fences (2’6” or 2’9”) Outreach Equitation 2’6” OR 2’9”
34. Baby Green Hunter I Over Fences Outreach Hunters 18”
7. Scholarship Equitation on the flat Outreach Equitation 2’6” OR 2’9”
35. Baby Green Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 18”
8. NWAHJA Medal 2’6” Outreach Equitation 2’6”
36. Under Saddle—Baby Green Hunter Outreach Hunters 18”
9. Low Hunter I Over Fences (2’9”) Outreach Hunters 2’9”
10. Low Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 2’9” Schooling Break (x-rails)
11. Under Saddle—Low Hunter Outreach Hunters 2’9” 37. Beginner Hunter I Over Fences Outreach WT Poles
(W/T once around outside poles/x-rails)
12. Progressive Medal 2’9”-3’0” Outreach Equitation 2’9”
38. Beginner Hunter II Over Fences Outreach WT Poles
13. Under Saddle – Open Hunter Outreach Hunters 2’ OR 2’3” OR 2’6” OR 2’9”
39. Beginner Equitation Over Fences Outreach Walk, Trot Equitation
Schooling Break 2’-2’ 3”
40. Under Saddle—Beginner Walk-Trot Hunter Outreach WT Poles
14. Amateur Pony Hunter I Over Fences (2’ or 2’3”) Outreach Hunters 2’ OR 2’3
41. On the Flat—Beginner Walk-Trot Equitation Outreach Walk, Trot Equitation
15. Amateur Pony Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 2’ OR 2’3
42. Intermediate Hunter I Over Fences (12” crossrails) Outreach Hunters Crossrails
16. Under Saddle—Pony Hunter (all riders) Outreach Hunters 2’ OR 2’3
43. Intermediate Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters Crossrails
17. 2’ Hunter I Over Fences Outreach Hunters 2’
44. Intermediate Equitation Over Fences Outreach Equitation Crossrails
18. 2’ Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Hunters 2’
45. Under Saddle—Intermediate Walk-Trot Hunter Outreach Hunters Crossrails
19. Under Saddle—2’ Hunter Outreach Hunters 2’
46. On the Flat—Intermediate Walk-Trot Equitation Outreach Equitation Crossrails
20. Education Equitation Over Fences (2’ or 2’3”) Outreach Equitation 2’ OR 2’3”
21. Education Equitation on the flat Outreach Equitation 2’ OR 2’3”
22. NWA Medal 2’ Outreach Equitation 2’
23. Modified Hunter I Over Fences (2’3”) Outreach Equitation 2’3”
24. Modified Hunter II Over Fences Outreach Equitation 2’3”
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Class Descriptions & Conditions
Beginner Hunter and Equitation: Amateurs Only. This division is for entry-level riders Open Hunter: Open to All. Fence height choice of 2’, 2’3”, 2’6” or 2’9”. Rounds will be
only. The purpose of this class is to provide an initial showing experience for individuals. ridden throughout the day as course heights are changed for other divisions. Under
Rider may not enter any other classes at show. The course for this division will rider choice saddle class will go before the Pony class starts. Riders will be asked to show at the
of four (4) poles on the ground or 12” crossbars set as two (2) lines, one line on each side walk, trot and canter in the under-saddle class.
of ring. The rider will jump once around only. The rider may trot the entire course or trot
Modified Hunter: Amateurs Only. Fences not to exceed 2’3”, with small oxers no
to the line and canter away. Riders may not canter in to any first fence of a line. On the flat,
wider than the height of the fence. Riders will be asked to show at the walk, trot and
the riders will be asked to show at the walk and trot in both directions. No cross-entry into
canter in the under-saddle class.
any other division is allowed by that horse/rider combination.
NWAHJA Hunter: Amateurs Only. Fences not to exceed 2’6”.
Intermediate Hunter and Equitation: Amateurs Only. The course will be 12” crossbars
with diagonal lines or a single fence present including flowers. The rider may trot the Low Hunter: Amateurs Only. Fences 2’9” or 3’ per majority request of entrants at
entire course, trot to the line and canter away, or canter the entire course. On the flat, the each show.
riders will be asked to show at the walk and trot in both directions. No cross-entry into any
2’ Medal, NWAHJA Medal, and Progressive Medal: Junior and Amateurs only.
other division is allowed by that horse/rider combination.
Equitation classes. The rider must be a member of NWAHJA in good standing and the
Baby Green Division: Open to all riders, limited to horses in their first or second year of horse must be owned by a member of NWAHJA in good standing in order to enter
showing. The courses are simple with seven (7) or eight (8) small 18” crossrails jumping this class. This is an equitation class over a course that is moderately more difficult
into lines and verticals jumping out. On the flat the riders will be asked to show at the than a typical hunter course. The course stresses competent and accurate riding
walk, trot, and optional canter in both directions. skills. The top four riders after the first round may be called back for additional testing.
All riders accumulating 13 points or more in their division through the show season
18” Hunter and Equitation: Amateurs Only. The courses are simple with seven (7) or
will qualify for themedal finals held at the NWAHJA Year-End Show. There will be
eight (8) small 18” verticals. Entrants are encouraged to canter the courses. On the flat the
qualifying medal classes held at the Year-End Show with the finals held after.
riders will be asked to show at the walk, trot and canter in both directions.
Warm-up: Open to all. Judged warm-up rounds can be ridden before any class
Adult Hunter: Riders must be 18 or older. Amateurs Only. The jumps will include 18”
EXCLUDING any Medal or Jumper class.
verticals jumping in and 2’ verticals jumping out. No oxers or fill except for flowers. Riders
will be asked to show at the walk, trot and canter in the flat class. Leadline: No age limit. Offered both Days. Horse or pony must be led/controlled by
a qualified horse leader. Entrants may not enter any other classes in show.
Pony Hunter: Open to small, medium or large ponies. Amateurs only. Fence height
choice of 2’ or 2’3” regardless of pony size. Rounds will be ridden through day as heights
changes for other divisions. Riders will be asked to show at the walk, trot and canter in the
under-saddle class.
2’ Hunter: Amateurs Only. Fences not to exceed 2’ with small oxers no wider than the
height of the fence. Riders will be asked to show at the walk, trot and canter in the
under-saddle class.
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Education Equitation (2’-2’3”) and Scholarship Equitation (2’6”-2’9”): Amateurs
only. Scholarship class. Riders may choose fence heights. Rounds will be ridden throughout
out the
the day as course heights are changed for other divisions. Open to all amateur riders
regardless of age or membership. However, riders wishing to compete for the scholarship
must meet the following requirements:
· Must be in 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade IDK?CAFE
· Must ride in a minimum of 4 scholarship divisions during the 2021 show season
· Member in good standing with NWAHJA, and completed a minimum of
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40 volunteer hours (as detailed in application)
· Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher
· Essay, and letter of recommendation from trainer or teacher due Dec. 1, 2021
USHJA Outreach Class Specifications Competitors with a USHJA free Outreach membership or higher will be eligible to
These are classes offered by NWAHJA and to be offered at farm shows. earn year-end awards and rewards in hunters, jumpers and equitation. Rewards for
USHJA has made several exciting changes to the Outreach program for 2021! competing in any USHJA Outreach Class (Hunter, Equitation, Jumper) will be based on
https://www.ushja.org/news/ushja-news-1/changes-made-usja-outreach-program-2021-competition-year total points earned. Riders achieving a Bronze, Silver, or Gold point level will be eligible
to redeem their points at year-end for items of their choice: USHJA logo wear, Bronze,
Course requirements for all classes: Silver, or Gold Outreach ribbons or Outreach medallions.
1. All courses must have at least seven jumps • High point Awards: The highest pointed Gold level rider in each Zone will earn the
2. Courses should be appropriate for the level of competition. Golden Back Stage Pass to participate in USHJA National Championship Affiliate
3. Oxers and combinations are discouraged for any class below 2’6” or .75m Sections, and will be invited to participate in the Grand Prix Show Jumping and
4. Each height may be offered as Open; Junior; Amateur; Pony; split or combined Hunter Derby course walks, and educational sessions.
at management’s discretion.
5. Resources regarding courses are available at: • Trainers Awards. Trainers who are USHJA free Outreach members or higher will be
https://www.ushja.org/competition/Outreach/hostmanagement awarded points based on their students competing in Outreach classes (student
must be a USHJA free Outreach members or higher). One trainer from each Zone
USHJA Outreach Hunters whose riders have earned 100 or more points cumulatively, will be recognized as
Minimum of 2 O/F and 1 U/S and Maximum of 3 O/F and 1 U/S at one day shows the USHJA Outreach High Point Trainer.
Minimum of 3 O/F and 1 U/S and Maximum 4 O/F and 1 U/S at multi-day shows
• USHJA Outreach WT Poles • Horses Awards. Owners of horses competing in Outreach Competitions and Classes
• USHJA Outreach Hunters 18” or Crossrails wishing to have their horses earn points towards awards must register their horse
• USHJA Outreach Hunters 2’ with USHJA ($20/year or $75 lifetime). Horses are not required to be registered with
• USHJA Outreach Hunters 2’3” USHJA or microchipped to compete in Outreach classes.
• USHJA Outreach Hunters 2’6” For more information, and to register your FREE USHJA Outreach Membership, go to:
• USHJA Outreach Hunters 2’9” http://ushja.org/outreach
USHJA Outreach Equitation
Minimum of 2 O/F and 1 U/S and Maximum of 3 O/F 1 U/S at one day shows
Minimum of 3 O/F and 1 U/S and Maximum of 4 O/F and 1 U/S at multi-day show
• USHJA Outreach Walk, Trot Equitation
• USHJA Outreach Equitation 18” or Crossrails
• USHJA Outreach Equitation 2’
• USHJA Outreach Equitation 2’3”
• USHJA Outreach Equitation 2’6”
• USHJA Outreach Equitation 2’9”
USHJA Outreach Jumpers
Minimum of 3 classes and a Maximum of 3 classes at one day show
Minimum 3 classes and a Maximum 5 classes at a multi-day shows
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Rules and Guidelines Scholarship Opportunities
1. Proper show attire required with exception of Pleasure Division (attire rules can be My Ride Scholarship
found at www.nwahja.org or in the NWAHJA Rule Book). ATSM/SEI protective Available to any member who is riding in 18” or 2’ equitation and:
headgear required when mounted. • Exhibits good sportsmanship
2. Attire for pleasure division only: Although we encourage traditional riding attire, • Rides in at least 4 shows in the YEAR season (18” or 2’ equitation)
pleasure attire of a hard heeled shoe or boot, neutral colored schooling tights (with • Completes at least 10 hours of volunteerism with NWAHJA by November 14th
belt if there are loops), approved helmet, and a shirt with collar and sleeves will be • Applies to be considered as a candidate by DATE
acceptable. No jeans and/or cowboy boots allowed. • Submits essay and letter of recommendation from trainer by December 1st
3. One-year negative Coggins is REQUIRED and will be checked upon arrival. The recipient of this award will receive all equitation and medal classes at NWAHJA shows
4. Pleasure, Beginner, & Intermediate divisions will be pinned through 10th place if for the following season free. Member may not be awarded this scholarship more than
entries warrant. All other divisions are pinned through 6th. Ribbons will be awarded for two consecutive years in a row.
Champion and Reserve Champion. Only horses receiving points over fences are to
receive under saddle points toward determining champion and reserve champion of NWAHJA Education Scholarship
each division. ALL year end awards are 1st through 6th, no matter the division. Available to any member who is currently in high school (9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade) and:
5. A horse/rider combination may only cross enter divisions with fence heights of a six • Rides in a scholarship division in at least 4 shows during 2021
(6) inch difference. This includes flat and under saddle classes, jumper classes excluded. • Has a grade point average of 2.5 or higher
6. A horse/pony may not be ridden in more than 10 individual classes per show day. This • Completes at least 40 volunteer hours as detail in application
limit does not apply to any “challenge” classes or the Pleasure walk/trot division. • Submits essay and letters of recommendation from trainer and teacher by December 1st.
7. In the event that a division does not fill (3 or more riders) and cannot be combined The recipient of this award will be awarded continuing education at an accredited
with another division, the class will run with half points being awarded. college or university. Member may not be awarded this honor more than two consecu-
8. Entry into one over fences class in a division is prohibited. Rider must enter the whole tive years in a row.
division or only the under saddle/flat class.
9. The One Minute Rule will be enforced at all times. A rider will have one (1) minute to Further details and applications for scholarships can be found at www.nwahja.org
enter the arena when called or disqualified in that class. Out of respect for other
competitors and the judge, this rule is not up for discussion. Be prepared!
10. NWAHJA Steward is on duty for show safety, management, schooling, and questions.
Please do not approach the judge during the show. Volunteer Hours
11. Any horse or pony known to kick must wear a red ribbon in its tail as a warning.
12. A formal request from a rider or trainer to view the judge’s card can be made to the In order for a NWAHJA member to be eligible for a year end award, they must volunteer
Show Manager. The rider and trainer must wait until after the last class of the day to HOURS for the organization over the course of the show season at NWAHJA shows or
speak with the judge. sponsored events.
13. It is a NWAHJA policy that ANY help or encouragement from the ringside by adult Sign up today by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator, Kristen Gemeiner, to set up hours
guardians or instructor/trainer is prohibited. to volunteer. A family member or friend may volunteer for the rider. In the event a
14. Horses owned by a registered NWAHJA member may receive a year-end award once member is unable to fulfill their hour requirements, $50 may be paid to NWAHJA for every
the horse has competed and received points in that division in a minimum of 2 NWAHJA unmet hour.
sanctioned shows during the year.
15. A rider in an equitation or medal class or division may receive a year-end award if the Volunteer of the Year awards will be given to those with the most volunteer hours at the
rider has competed in and received points in that class or division at a minimum of 2 end of the year!
NWAHJA sanctioned shows during the year.
16. A rider will not be disqualified for the purposes or this rule if, by virtue of when the
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rider becomes a member of NWAHJA, the rider competes in and receives points in all
shows at which the rider was eligible to accumulate points during the show year.
17. To help us ensure that everyone is checked in and has signed a release, please wear
your number during schooling!
***Please read through the NWAHJA Rule Book to acquaint yourself with class descriptions
and other conditions of entry.
wear your mask!
NWAHJA Perpetual Trophies
Best Child Rider on a Pony Award
To be awarded to the amateur NWAHJA member in good standing, ages 17 and under, Good Luck
same pony/rider combination, who has accumulated the most points in divisions with Waverly & Peek-a-Beau
fence heights of 18” verticals or higher. Medal and jumper class points do not apply. and
Bridgette & East Coast Swing!
Best Child Rider on a Horse Award
To be awarded to the amateur NWAHJA member in good standing, ages 17 and under, Love,
same horse/rider combination, who has accumulated the most points in divisions with Doc & Itsy
fence heights of 18” verticals or higher. Medal and jumper class points do not apply.
Best Amateur Adult Rider Award Leadline Divison
To be awarded to the amateur NWAHJA member in good standing, 18 years of age or Sponsored by the Bailey Family
older, same horse/pony and rider combination, who has accumulated the most points in
divisions with fence heights of 18” verticals or higher. Medal and jumper class points do
not apply.
Horse of the Year Award
To be awarded to the horse that is leased/owned and ridden by a NWAHJA member or
members in good standing, professional or amateur, who has accumulated the most
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points in hunter divisions with fence heights of 2’ or higher.
Pony of the Year Award
local horses and riders
To be awarded to the pony that is leased/owned and ridden by a NWAHJA member or
members in good standing, professional or amateur, who has accumulated the most —Linda Brown
points in hunter divisions with fence heights of 2’ or higher.
Privately Sponsored Trophies Open Hunter Division Sponsor
Serendipity Award
To be awarded to the school horse/pony earning the most points in classes beginning
with Beginner Hunter and Equitation and moving up. Multiple riders are acceptable. If a
one day show format is used, Open Walk-Trot points will count as Maiden Hunter and
therefore count for this award.
Spirit Award
To be awarded to the rider, 17 and under, who has exhibited good sportsmanship and
horsemanship skills throughout the year both at horse shows and at their home barn. At
the end of the show season, trainers may submit in writing a descriptive paragraph about
the exhibitor to the NWAHJA Board. This is not about the number of points accumulated
or the number of ribbons won, but about kindness, self-control, generosity, and putting
the horse’s needs first.
Kit Kalypso Award
To be awarded to the horse or pony ridden by a NWAHJA member in good standing who
accumulates the most points in the jumper divisions. This trophy is being offered by
Laura McKenzie Duncan of Laurel Manor in remembrance of Kit Kalypso, a horse who was
champion in victory and defeat.
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May we know them,
may we be them,
may we raise them.
— Deer Creek Farm Ladies Lesson
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Fayetteville, AR 72701
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wildplumstudio@gmail.com
(479)684-7512
A devoted sponsor
Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, and Foxhunting for the promotion of
Trainers: Diane Gooderl and Sally Lobb Thoroughbreds in
Assistant Trainer: Bridgette Pardo hunter/jumper sport!
479-530-5959
deercreekfarm@hughes.net
www.deercreekfarm.info
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