Bluewater Trail Blazers
Hill Trail Ride Notice

MORNING RIDE

Sunday April 17th, 2016

Trail Ride Co-ordinator:   Jodi Schultz - 0428507370 or moopop73@hotmail.com

·      (limited mobile service so email or facebook is a better contact, or call Lyndal on 0429545679 or bluewatertrailblazers@gmail.com if you can't get through)

Trail Ride Boss: Jodi Schultz

DETAILS:

·      RSVP's are preferred but not essential, please indicate if you are attending via the FB event or text/call/email Jodi Schultz - 0428507370  by Friday 15th April, 2016.

·      Ride times – 9.00am pm to approx 11.30am - Pack water if required. Morning tea and drinks available for purchase.

·      Arrive no later than 8.30am at the Bluewater Equestrian Centre (earlier if you need to fill in any paperwork prior to the ride please)

·      Pre Ride briefing 8.45am

DIRECTIONS:

·      This ride will be starting at Bluewater Equestrian Centre which is on the right side,  approximately 7kms down Forestry Road, Bluewater Park

·      Please park to the left over the bridge just after the first arena. We don't have access to the stables this time as there is another horse event on at the venue.

·      Please find us at the gazebo in the horse stabling area over the bridge for paperwork etc.

·      No stallions or dogs are permitted.

COST:

$3 per rider + $3 if you would like a drink and morning tea supplied.

WATER & HORSE FEED:

Human drinking water is available or can be purchased. Horse water is also available, bring your own buckets please.

TERRAIN, DISTANCE AND DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY:

Ride is approx 12km and 2.5-3hrs. It is considered to be moderate degree of difficulty due to the hill (not scary steep) but there is the option to walk your horse if concerned. Terrain is flat to hilly. There is some gravel and rocks on the dirt road so please make suitable arrangements for your horse’s feet.

ATHRA:

This ride is sanctioned by ATHRA and all riders are bound by the Rules & Regulations of the Club and the ATHRA Code of Conduct.

* Riders under 18 yo must wear an approved helmet and under 16yo must have a nominated guardian on the ride.

* It is recommended that riders wear full length trousers, sleeved shirt and sunscreen.

* Riders must wear suitable smooth soled riding footwear (no chunky soles are permitted).

* It is the responsibility of the rider of each horse to ensure that all riding equipment is regularly checked, well maintained and correctly fitted. The minimum equipment required is a saddle with stirrups and girth and appropriate head gear (bridle). The use of halters is only permitted where both horse and rider have demonstrated effective control.

* Ribbons in horse tails: Green for young horse or rider, Red for horse that kicks or is prone to kick.

PAPERWORK:

·      All riders/visitors/volunteers are to sign ‘Attendance Register’ BEFORE ride commences.

·      Day ($30) or new members (Adults $105 & Under 18's $45) are to pay money and fill out forms BEFORE ride commences please.

BIOSECURITY ALERT:

In order to minimise risk to other persons, their horses, and the livelihood of the property owners, it is essential that horses showing any signs of possible infectious diseases; in particular Hendra infection, do not attend any trail ride. The Trail Boss has the authority to turn away any horse which is considered suspect. Horses should also have their own feed/water containers.

We look forward to seeing you all there and enjoying a leisurely ride with nice views of Bluewater. Any questions please feel free to ring, email, comment or inbox on facebook.

Contact details:

Jodi Schultz - 0428507370, facebook or moopop73@hotmail.com