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

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Please read
the revised Club Rules on page 2.

NOMINATIONS & FEES: This
event is open to all ATHRA members & Day Members, but everyone must comply
with the BSTHRC Rules and Protocols on page 2. To nominate, click on the following link – https://forms.gle/4SVjq37h229832rC7.  Day Members must speak with Alan Salter before registering
online. 

All riders are advised that you must not attend if either you or
your horse become infectious prior to the ride day. (Refer to the Club Rules
which should be read and understood by all attendees.)

RIDE FEES:     Non-Club riders, including Day
Members, $5, to be paid on arrival.

Ride Hosts Kate &
Ian Knox – Emergency Contact 0409 978 444 on day of ride only, if unable to
contact Alan Salter.

Venue        Kate and Ian Knox’s property at 1496 Buninyong-Mt Mercer Rd
Grenville.  There is ample room for float
& gooseneck parking, and room to turn around in the paddock.  Toilet and water available for horses.  No access to the house except for the toilet. 

Ride
Description          This ride will be about 15 klms
on undulating bush tracks in the Enfield Forest, suitable for barefoot
riding.  It is proposed to ride a loop
for approximately 2-3 hours, and return to the house for lunch &
socializing.  

Riders
should arrive about 9.00 am to register and saddle up for a 10 am ride
out.  Horseless Muster @ 9:45 am – Ride
Out Time @ 10.00am sharp. 

LUNCH:  Lunch will
be back at the house, BYO everything, tea & coffee served.

Please read the Club Rules overleaf.

 

Rules of the Ballarat Social Trail
Horse Riders Club

~
Incorporating Health Related Protocols” ~

Revised
21^st February 2024.

  

1.      
Members must become familiar and comply with
the ATHRA
Code of Conduct & these BSTHRC Rules.

2.      
No person shall attend a Club ride or other
event if they are experiencing a temperature, cold or flu like symptoms; or
symptoms of any other illness which may be passed on to others.

3.      
The Club will ensure compliance with
government-imposed restrictions and rules relating to all issues.

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. 

5.      
Nominations must include the nominees name
and mobile, their Emergency Contact’s name and mobile, and a statement similar
in meaning to the example following – “I (name and mobile No) wish to
attend (name the event).  I understand that I must not attend this event
if either my horse or I become unwell or infectious.  My emergency contact
is (name and phone number)”.

6.      
If subsequent to nominating for a ride or
event, a nominee is exposed to Covid-19, becomes unwell with cold or flu like
symptoms, or other symptoms of illness as
referred to in Rule 2, they must Not attend a Club ride or event.  

7.      
The Trail Boss or a member of the BSTHRC
Committee may at their discretion, exclude a rider if they believe on
reasonable grounds there is a risk that rider may transmit an illness to
others.  That rider shall leave the venue
immediately.

8.      
Members are
required to sign the Ride Attendance Register upon arrival at a ride or event
venue.

9.      
Applicable ride fees must be paid on arrival.

10.  
All attendees at BSTHRC rides or events
should be mindful of social distancing and avoid unnecessary close contact and
crowded situations. 

11.  
All attendees must observe recognised
biosecurity measures for both humans and horses.

12.  
A lame or sick horse 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 remain mindful of horse health
and welfare issues, and apply appropriate biosecurity strategies at all times.

13.  
The Trail Boss shall have the discretion to
exclude a horse they believe is not fit for the intended ride, or is 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 rider being responsible for all expenses. 

15.  
The BSTHRC recommends that all riders wear an
approved riding helmet.  Riders under 18
years, and riders registered as a Junior Member must wear an approved riding
helmet.

16.  
Riders under 16 years 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 a ride.  They should also carry any appropriate
medication, including EpiPen if applicable. 

20.  
Horses must be appropriately fit and
conditioned for the intended ride, including adequately conditioned feet, boots
and/or shoes.

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

22.  
Breast plates and cruppers are recommended.   

23.  
Unless otherwise stated, DOGS are not
permitted at rides or events. Dogs are not permitted to accompany a ride.

24.  
All riders must adhere to these Rules and the
ATHRA Code of Conduct.  Rider
participation signifies their understanding and acknowledgement of these Rules
and the Code of Conduct, and their willingness to comply.