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. If you wish to nominate, please copy & paste
the nomination below into a reply email, complete your details & emergency
contact’s name and phone number, and email to alg_salter@bigpond.com .  Day Members must speak with Alan Salter
before registering online.  LUNCH:  BYO everything for a saddle bag lunch on
track.

Ride Nomination:

I
(name and mobile No) wish to attend the Smythesdale Trail Ride on Saturday the 19^th
April 2025. 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).

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

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

VENUE:           BOTANICAL
GARDENS SMYTHESDALE.  There is ample
parking for floats, and it is gooseneck friendly.  Toilet and horse water available.  Please be aware that a condition of use of
the grounds/facilities is that we do not leave or spread manure under bushes
etc.  PLEASE BRING A BAG TO TAKE ALL MANURE HOME.

RIDE DESCRIPTION:    This
ride will take in the local bush tracks. 
There will be opportunities 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, or lunch back at floats, depending on the weather
and the wishes of attendees.  BYO lunch
and drink.  Thanks to Janet for hosting
this ride.  Please arrive
about 9.00 am to register and saddle up for a 10 am (sharp) ride out.  Horseless
Muster @ 9:45 am. 

  

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.