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17th Annual Beavercreek CDE
at Lazy S Lumber

Date: July 19-20, 2008

American Driving Society Sanctioned



Awards
Classes 		Training
Level 		Preliminary
Level 		Intermediate
Level 		Entry
Fees
Schedule
Officials
General Information

Awards


Ribbons 1st - 5th Each Class   *  Overall Dressage Each Level   *  Overall Award Each Level

Drive & Ride Dressage   *  Best Navigator

Classes

Training LevelPreliminary LevelIntermediate Level
1.) Single Horse 7.) Single Horse13.) Single Horse
2.) Pair/Multiple Horse 8.) Pair/Multiple Horse14.) Pair/Multiple Horse
3.) Single Pony 9.) Single Pony15.) Single Pony
4.) Pair/Multiple Pony10.) Pair/Multiple Pony16.) Pair/Multiple Pony
5.) Single VSE11.) Single VSE17.) Single VSE
6.) Pair/Multiples VSE12.) Pair/Multiples VSE18.) Pair/Multiples VSE

Drive & Ride Dressage: An award will be presented to the entry with the highest combined score of the driven dressage test (from the CDE) and the ridden dressage test.  The rider and the driver must be the same individual - may be entered in the Training or Preliminary level of the CDE.  The ridden dressage test will be the USDF 2008 Training Level Test 1.  Test sent upon request.

Additional Dressage: We are offering additional dressage tests.  The additional dressage test needs to be one level higher than your competition test.

Training Level

This is an introduction to the sport for horse and driver.  The tests will acquaint competitors with the basic gaits, figures, and obstacles that are the foundation for all Combined Driving Events.  The entire experience should be pleasant and an encouragement to build confidence in horse and driver.

CONDITIONS

1.  The Competitor: A driver under the age of 14 must be accompanied in the carriage by a knowledgeable adult.  Either the horse or rider in any combination may not have completed (without elimination, withdrawal, or retirement) more that one CDE above the training level.  (i.e. it is permissible to enter a green horse with an experienced  driver, or an experienced horse with a green driver.)

2.  The Vehicle: Weight: no required weight; Track  Width: no standard track width; Lamps: required for Phase A only, if vehicle has brackets; Pneumatic tires: Training Level only.  Singles are not required to carry a groom/navigator in phase A &  C.  A groom/navigator is REQUIRED on the Marathon phase,

3.  Harness: Side checks are permitted.  Items of harness may not be changed between Presentation and Dressage.  The same style of whip must be carried in both Presentation and Dressage.

COMPETITIONS
PHASE A: PRESENTATION AND DRESSAGE

A1 PRESENTATION:  To be held as a separate section of Phase A and judged at the halt by one judge.  A safety check must be included.  The judge may allocate a maximum of 10 points each for this phase using the official ADS scoring form.

A2 DRESSAGE:  1994 ADS Training Level #4.  The small ring (40 x 80) will be used for Singles and Pairs.  VSE--30x60

PHASE B: MARATHON 3 SECTIONS:
  

  • A - ANY PACE - This drive is through a young Oregon Christmas Tree Farm with a lovely view of the mountain range set off by Mount Hood.
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  • D - WALK

    •       VET CHECK   
  • E - TROT - Typically hilly for the Cascade Mountain Range, course maneuvers around large cedar and fir trees and through a year around creek several times.

    • Total Distance: 10km
    4 Hazards / 3 Gates per Hazard

    Two natural hazards and two constructed.  All with knockdowns.  All gates must be completed in order, even if a correction is necessary, under penalty of elimination, but no other penalties will be assessed for time limit.  Knockdown posts  are required.

    Max speeds: Section A Section D Section E
    Horses Any Pace: 14kph Walk: 6kph Trot Only: 13kph
    Pony Any Pace: 13kph Walk: 5kph Trot Only: 12kph
    Small Pony Any Pace: 12kph Walk: 5kph Trot Only: 11kph
    VSE Trot Only: 9kph Trot Only: 9kph

    Minimum time in Section E is 3 minutes less than Time Allowed.  No referees; competitors must take own groom/navigator.

    ALL LEVELS WILL CROSS SHALLOW WATER

    PHASE C:     OBSTACLE DRIVING         Walk or Trot
    Speed:    S/P 180mpm    T/4 170mpm
    Clearance:    S/P 40cm    T/4 50cm
    Multiples:    Serpentine    - “U” - “L”

    VSE
    Speed: 160mpm
    Clearance: 35mpm
    Multiples: Serpentine - “U” - “L”

    - SEE SHOW RULE # 1 -

    Preliminary Level

    Recommended for horses and drivers with some prior competition experience.   This is a moderate examination of horse and driver in a regular training program.   The test should encourage development of the basic gaits, obedience, suppleness, and balance.

    CONDITIONS:

    Refer to "The American Driving Society Rule Book".

    COMPETITIONS
    PHASE A: PRESENTATION AND DRESSAGE

    A1 PRESENTATION:  Judged at the Halt

    A2 DRESSAGE:  1994 ADS Preliminary level #4.  The test must be driven by memory and cannot be called.

    PHASE B: MARATHON 3 SECTIONS:
      

  • Total Distance: 12km
    •   
  • 5 Hazards / 4 Gates per Hazard


    • Three natural hazards and two constructed.  All with knockdowns.  All gates must be completed in order, even if a correction is necessary, under penalty of elimination.  Competitors are timed and scored within the penalty zone.  Knockdown posts are required.

    Max speeds: Section A Section D Section E
    Horses Any Pace: 14kph Walk: 6kph Trot Only: 14kph
    Pony Any Pace: 13kph Walk: 5kph Trot Only: 13kph
    Small Pony Any Pace: 12kph Walk: 5kph Trot Only: 12kph
    VSE Trot Only: 9kph Trot Only: 9kph

    Minimum time in Section E is 3 minutes less than Time Allowed.  The vehicle must carry one groom/navigator provided by the competitor.   Spotters will be on the grounds in A, D, and E.

    ALL LEVELS WILL CROSS SHALLOW WATER

    PHASE C:     OBSTACLE DRIVING         Any Pace
    Speed:    S/P 200mpm    T/4 190mpm
    Clearance:    S/P 35cm    T/4 45cm
    Multiples:    Serpentine    - “U” - “L”

    VSE
    Speed: 180mpm
    Clearance: 30mpm
    Multiples:     Serpentine     – “U” – “L”

    - SEE SHOW RULE # 1 -

    Intermediate Level

    Open to any driver who has completed at least three (3) ADS recognized CDEs.  Suitable of horses with speed, boldness, and conditioning.

    CONDITIONS:

    Refer to "The American Driving Society Rule Book".

    COMPETITIONS
    PHASE A: PRESENTATION AND DRESSAGE

    A1 PRESENTATION:  Judged on the move.

    A2 DRESSAGE:  1994 ADS Intermediate level #3.  The test must be driven by memory and cannot be called.

    PHASE B: MARATHON 3 SECTIONS:
      

  • Total Distance: 13km
    •   
  • 6 Hazards / 5 Gates per Hazard


    • Three natural hazards and three constructed.  All with knockdowns.  All gates must be completed in order, even if a correction is necessary, under penalty of elimination.  Competitors are timed and scored within the penalty zone.  Knockdown posts are required.

    Max speeds: Section A Section D Section E
    Horses Any Pace: 15kph Walk: 6.5kph Any Pace: 14kph
    Pony Any Pace: 14kph Walk: 5.5kph Any Pace: 13kph
    VSE Any Pace: 10kph Walk: 4.0kph Any Pace: 10kph

    Minimum time in Section E is 3 minutes less than Time Allowed.  The vehicle must carry one groom/navigator provided by the competitor.  Spotters will be on the grounds in A, D, and E.

    ALL LEVELS WILL CROSS SHALLOW WATER

    PHASE C:     OBSTACLE DRIVING         Any Pace
    Speed:     S/P 220mpm     T/4 210mpm
    Clearance:     S/P 30cm     T/4 40cm
    Multiples:     Serpentine     - “U” - “L”

    VSE
    Speed:     S/P 190mpm
    Clearance:     S/P 20cm
    Multiples:     Serpentine     – “U” – “L”

    - SEE SHOW RULE # 1 -

    Entry Fees

    **** Entries open May 15, 2008.  Entries close July 5, 2008. ****

    $110.00 ($160.00 after 07/05/08)             $30.00 Ride & Drive Dressage
    $20.00 Additional Dressage Test             *$30 ADS Non-member Fee

    *This fee is due if the driver is not a current ADS member.  This fee may be applied to the 2008 membership:
    (Use the Membership Application form included in this prize list.)

    Canadian entries please make checks payable in 'U.S. Funds' for all fees and services at event.

    Saturday night chicken & ribs bar-b-que is $18.50 U.S. funds per person.  Please sign up on entry form.

    $25.00 Pasture/Paddock Cleaning Fee.  All manure is to be dumped at the designated area.  Please enclose a separate check.  If area is cleaned, your check will be returned by mail after the event.

    Self stabling is encouraged.  Stabling LIMITED!!  You must call for information - Tish Hodges 503-632-4966.

    Medical armbands will be required at Beavercreek.  Armbands will be for sale at the event office for $10.

    Entries close and must be postmarked no later than July 5, 2008.  All fees must be included with entry to be accepted.  ENTRY FEE REFUND POLICY: entry fee less $15.00 with veterinarian certification.

    Mail entry to:  NWCDE
                         19540 S Cedar Creek Lane
                         Beavercreek, OR 97004


    Tentative Schedule

    Friday, July 18, 2008 Saturday, July 19, 2008 Sunday, July 20, 2008
    2:00p.m. Office open, registration, packets 7:30a.m. Vet Check late arrivals 8:45a.m. Safety Check (15 minutes prior to start time)
    4:00p.m. Vet Check
                     Cones Course Maps posted    		 8:30a.m. Presentation 9:00a.m. Marathon
    5:00p.m. Competitor Welcome.  Obstacle briefing/Marathon walk on your own. 9:00a.m. Dressage 2:30p.m. Presentation of awards
    6:30p.m. Welcome picnic hosted by NWCDE 9:30a.m. Cones
    3:00p.m. (approx) Ridden Dressage test - Drive & Ride Award
    6:30p.m. Competitors dinner

    Officials

    EVENT ORGANIZER CHAIRMAN: Tish Hodges, 503-632-4966, Beavercreek, OR TishHodges@msn.com
    SECRETARY Judi Ruth, 503-256-7910, Portland, OR Ruthiestraysures@msn.com
    PRESIDENT OF THE JURY Nancy Myers, Grass Valley, CA
    GROUND JURY Marybeth Goree, Coolidge, AZ Linda Latzke, Colorado Springs, CO Lisa Singer, Chadsford, PA
    TECHNICAL DELEGATE Ellen Ettenger, Ocala, Florida
    MARATHON COURSE DESIGNERS Ren’e Wade, Camas, WA Tish Hodges, Beavercreek, OR
    MARATHON CLERK Ren’e Wade, Camas, WA
    DRESSAGE CLERK Julie Burchstead, Portland, OR
    CONES CLERK Mark Stevens, Brownsville, OR
    VETERINARIAN Dr. Justin Edwards, 503-630-4558 Eagle Fern Veterinary, Estacada, OR
    FARRIER Mike Ferrazzano, Salem, OR
    MEDICAL E.M.T. Mark Stevens, Brownville, OR

    General Information

    Camping is available on the grounds.  Water will be available.  Please provide your own container.
    ABSOLUTELY - NO OPEN FIRES WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE GROUNDS!

    If you insist on bringing your dog, it must be kept tied at your campsite at all times.  Sorry, but no exceptions.

    There will be a food stand on event site.  They will serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks during Saturday and Sunday.
    Other eating facilities:
    Hitch -N- Post Cafι (15 minutes away)
    Clarkes Grocery & Eatery (5 minutes away)