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A few key points of interest as the last circuit show approaches … Although we have not required bedding in the stalls in the past for a “day” circuit shows, the maintenance crew at the Expo has informed us that the lack of bedding in the stalls causes premature deterioration of the floor base, resulting in costly maintenance of the stalls. 4-H members that are wanting to use a stall at the circuit show must provide their own shavings bedding (even if it is a ½ of bag) in the stalls to soak up any “wet spots” that may occur. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT, EFFECTIVE AS OF THE JUNE 20th CIRCUIT SHOW. Failure to comply with this bedding request will result in loss of the use of the stall or the required purchase of bedding at the show at a premium cost. We need everyone’s cooperation as the WC4-HHA organization does not want to be charged for excessive maintenance costs to repair the bases of the stall floors. In addition, for those exhibitors working out the trailers, please scoop and discard of all manure that accumulates near your trailer. Either dispose of it near the barn or take it with you when you leave. The Expo is charging is $50 per hour for picking up manure in the parking area and we need to avoid this charge in the future. And, as a reminder, there is no electrical RV hook ups available on the days of the circuit show. Finally, it would be appreciated that truck and trailer rigs parking to the east and south of the show office, park in a north/south orientation, rather than an east/west orientation. This will allow ample parking space for everyone. A few other reminders about show etiquette: · There is NO coaching from show ring rail by leaders, parents or trainers. The show is the time for the exhibitors to demonstrate the knowledge gained at home. · Spectators need to stand back (at least 5 feet) from the rail of the show ring, for the safety of riders, horses and spectators. · Each horse/rider combination needs a separate back number and that combination carries the same back number for all circuit shows. If an exhibitor damaged the numbers from the first circuit show they attended, it is their responsibility to make new numbers for their back/pad for future shows. A recommendation would be is to laminate those numbers for future use. · For the safety of all people at the show grounds, when an exhibitor becomes dislodged from their horse, riders in ALL rings must dismount upon direction of the announcer. The announcer will indicate when it is safe to remount. · For safety reasons, all 4-H exhibitors must wear a helmet and proper footwear when leading or lunging a horse in any of the arenas – show ring or warm up arenas. NO EXCEPTIONS. With the 2009 Waukesha County Fair, just around the corner, we need the support of all members, leaders and parents to make this event pleasurable for all involved. Fair expectations: · All horses are to be in place at the Fair by 6pm on Wednesday , July 15th. Horses will not be allowed to leave the Fair until AFTER 7pm on July 19th. This departure time will be strictly enforced. Truck/trailer rings will not be allowed to stage for loading until AFTER 7pm. Take time to enjoy REO Speedwagon on the Mainstage! · Each club is encouraged to create stall decorations. Stall decoration judging will occur sometime between Thursday morning and Friday afternoon of Fair. · There WILL NOT be any horses stalled in a tent this year for Fair. · 4-H exhibitors are discouraged from storing valuable tack in the tack stalls at Fair. In light of current economic conditions, valuable tack is very tempting to would-be thieves. Please contact Brenda Wolfe, Tim Smith or another WC4-HHA Board Member should you have any questions or concerns. |
