Enquiries & Nominations to Alan Salter at alg_salter@bigpond.com or 0427 357 941

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please read the Club Rules & Protocols on Page Two.

NOMINATIONS & FEES: This ride is open to all ATHRA members & Day Members, but everyone must comply with the attached rules and protocols. Copy & paste the nomination below into a reply email, complete your details & emergency contact and send to alg_salter@bigpond.com , no exceptions. Day Members must speak with Alan Salter before registering online.

Ride Host Janet McSparron – Emergency contact 0459 034 733, on day of ride only, if unable to contact Alan.

I, (enter your name & mobile), wish to nominate for the Smythesdale Trail Ride on Sunday 16th July 2023. I declare that I have not knowingly been exposed to Covid-19 and that I do not feel unwell, nor do I have a cold or flu like symptoms. My Emergency Contact is, (enter contact name & phone No).

RIDE FEES: Non-Club ATHRA members and Day Members $5.

VENUE: Smythesdale Botanical Gardens - situated off the Glenelg Hwy to the right as you head into Smythesdale from Ballarat. Clean toilets, water & ample safe float and gooseneck parking.

RIDE: This ride will take in the local bush tracks. There will be opportunity for trotting/cantering depending on track conditions and participant wishes. Horses should be shod or booted, or have well-conditioned feet. We will be having a saddlebag lunch on track so BYO lunch and drink. Thanks to Janet for hosting this ride.

Please be considerate of other riders and arrive about 9.00 am to register and saddle up for a punctual ride out. Horseless Muster @ 9:45 am - Ride Out Time @ 10.00am sharp.

LUNCH: Saddlebag Lunch as per ride description, BYO everything.

Rules of the Ballarat Social Trail Horse Riders Club

~ Incorporating “Covid-19 Protocols” ~

Revised 21st April 2022.

1. Members should become familiar with the ATHRA Code of Conduct & these BSTHRC Rules.

2. No person shall attend a Club ride or other event if they are experiencing cold or flu like symptoms; or there is a possibility they may pass on any illness whatsoever to others.

3. During any period of “government-imposed restrictions” relating to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the BSTHRC will ensure compliance with rules and regulations currently in force.

4. All intending riders at any BSTHRC ride or event must email their nomination in the prescribed form to alg_salter@bigpond.com or other nominated email address. Nominations must include a declaration that the nominee has not knowingly been exposed to Covid-19 and that they do not feel unwell or have a cold or flu like symptoms; as well as an emergency contact name and contact phone number.

5. The emailed nomination will be regarded as an electronic signature in the Attendance Register, negating the need for personal signatures. Nominations will be retained in Club records for future reference as required.

6. If subsequent to nominating for a ride or event, a nominee is exposed to Covid-19, or becomes unwell with cold or flu like symptoms, they MUST immediately notify the Club. They MUST NOT attend any rides or events until they receive a negative test for Covid-19.

7. Members testing positive to Covid-19 must comply with government requirements in force at the time.

8. The Trail Boss or a Member of the BSTHRC Committee shall have the discretion to exclude a rider if they believe that a rider’s participation may place others at risk, and the rider shall leave the venue immediately.

9. All members and others attending BSTHRC rides or events should remain aware of social distancing and avoid unnecessary close contact and crowded situations.

10. All attendees must observe recognised biosecurity measures, including washing hands regularly, particularly after contact with another rider or person present, and/or their equipment or property.

11. Ride fees must be paid on arrival at the venue, the exact ride fee to be placed in the receptacle provided.

12. Lame or sick horses must not be brought to Club rides or events. If you suspect your horse is unwell DO NOT bring it to a ride. Members should be mindful of horse health & welfare issues and apply appropriate biosecurity strategies at all times.

13. The ride or event Trail Boss shall have the discretion to exclude a horse they believe may be unwell or suffering any injury.

14. BSTHRC strongly recommends that all riders have Ambulance cover. An ambulance will be called if deemed appropriate by the Trail Boss, the injured member being responsible for all expenses.

15. Riders under 18 years, and those currently registered as an ATHRA Junior Member, must wear an approved riding helmet.

16. Riders under 16 must be accompanied & supervised by their parent or guardian; or an adult member nominated in writing by their parent or guardian.

17. All riders must carry a lead rope and halter on all trail rides.

18. Horses known to kick must wear a red ribbon in their tail.

19. All riders must advise the Trail Boss of any pre-existing medical condition prior to the commencement of the ride.

20. Horses must be appropriately conditioned and fit for the intended ride, with adequately conditioned or shod feet.

21. Stallions may only be used after prior approval from the Committee; and must display a blue ribbon on head gear and tail.

22. Breastplates and Cruppers are recommended.

23. Unless otherwise stated, DOGS are not permitted at rides or events.

24. All riders must adhere to these Rules and ATHRA’s Code of Conduct.