Show Rules

  • CLASS LIMITS:
    3 horses per entrant per PERFORMANCE class
    No Limits in halter EXCEPT for OF Plastic, 5 horses per entrant per class
  • TACK CHANGE/TIME LIMITS:
    Halter, 5 minutes between classes
    Performance, 10 minutes MAXIMUM
  • TAGS: Tags (the 1" white kind preferred) must list the name of the Horse, breed, gender and 3 initials of the owner, all on one side..please make sure that side is up when you set the horse. Tag flipping is a pain and please write legibly.
  • DIVISION RULES: A horse may enter only one halter division.
  • SPLITS: Classes will be split at the discretion of the Judges and showholder. A 20% ratio to classlist allowance has been made in regards to extra NAN tickets.
HALTER DIVISION/CLASS DEFINITIONS and RULES:
  • RESIN DIVISION: Open to all original sculptures/limited edition resin/resin-type models, finished by anyone. This does NOT refer to Limited Edition Breyers, Hartlands, etc. or mass produced resins like North Lights. One of a kind sculptures from scratch (not remade plastics etc.) will also show in this division. All Animal Artistry resins will show in this division.
  • CUSTOMIZED Halter: Open to all regular run (mass production type) models that have been repainted, remade and/or haired. Hair may be sculpted or real. This includes cold painted china.
  • ORIGINAL FINISH PLASTIC: Open to models that are original factory finish plastic models such as Breyer, Peter Stone, Hartland etc. Ideally the finish must be exactly the same as when the model left the factory. No paint may be removed, either. Models may be touched-up to hide nicks, etc. but poor restoration jobs or obvious defects/breaks may be marked down at the judge's discretion.
  • ORIGINAL FINISH CHINA/RESIN: Open to models that are original factory finish/production run models of china, resin or other material such as pottery/ceramic. Ideally the finish must be exactly the same as when the model left the factory.
  • CUSTOM GLAZE/ARTISTS CHINA: Open to all custom glazed chinas, studio unique (non-production run) finished Artists Chinas and all claybody customs. All non-production run glazed Chinas must show in this division.
  • NO HALTERS in halter unless the are MOLDED ON! Halters obscure facial detail and shading making it much more difficult to judge a piece.
  • No set ups or handlers in halter, with the exception of protective cloth for tippy or fragile models.
  • Judges will assume it is permissable to handle models if they feel its warranted unless noted by exibitor on horse.
  • Section Champions and Reserve Champs will be named following each section, Division Champs and reserves will be named at the conclusion of all the sections
  • BREED DEFINITIONS may be found here...if you still have questions ask the showholder or your judge.

PERFORMANCE DIVISION/CLASSES DEFINITIONS and RULES

  • Harness Classes: A harness is required. Cart or buggy not required.
  • Costume Classes: Outfits must match the breed of horse. MINIMAL set ups PLEASE!!!
  • All over fences Classes: Please show with appropriate obstacles and jumps. Please state which event you are showing in.
  • Dressage: State Test, Level and movement requires. All proper equipment is required.
  • Cutting/Roping/Stockwork: At least one Heifer required for cutting, calf or goat and rope required for roping, appropriate animals required for STOCK WORK. Explanation cards recommended.
  • Barrels/Poles: All proper equipment (barrels, poles, etc... ) required.
  • Trail: Arena or Natural trail is allowed.
  • Other Other Performance: Any performance not listed. Packing, Showmanship, circus, etc... are allowed. Please state what event horse is doing.
  • Sidesaddle entries go in Other English/Western Performance depending on style of saddle (ex. Western Sidesaddle goes in other WESTERN performance) UNLESS it is historical.
  • Dolls may be used in any classes except Halter.
  • Section Champions and Reserve Champs will be named following each section, Division Champs and reserves will be named at the conclusion of all the sections

OTHER GENERAL RULES

  • At the end of the show on Sunday there will be a judge off for BEST IN SHOW so if you wish to remain eligible please have your model and all its winnings ready to present at the Judge off.
  • The JUDGES' DECISIONS are final! If you wish to question a judge, please use discretion.
  • Anyone using bad behavior or language, or poor sportsmanship will be asked to leave the show hall with no refund.
  • DO NOT pick up anyone's belongings without permission. If you break it you pay for it!
  • NO SMOKING in the building. You may smoke outside, away from the door. Please do not throw butts on the property. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES on the premises.
  • SMALL CHILDREN - Parent’s are responsible for their children’s actions and asked not to cause a disturbance or touch the models.
  • CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY Once your entry is received & processed, there are no refunds.
  • LIABILITY The Showholders, judges and Haywood County Fairgrounds cannot be held responsible for any lost, broken or missing property, or injury to any participants or spectators.
  • Please LISTEN for all announcements! There will be 3 or 4 rings going at the same time so be attentive!
  • Please remember to bring an SASE for your results. FULL RESULTS will be mailed to each entrant. Results will also be published on the internet in DOC and PDF formats.
  • Remember that this is a hobby and live shows are for fun! Relax and Respect you fellow participants and we will all have a great time.


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