Important Notice:  All enquiries & nominations to Alan
Salter on 0427 357 941, email alg_salter@bigpond.com or Suzanne Halden 0412879092, email shesuz369@gmail.com
.

Venue Address: 
Wakiti Creek Resort, 500 Yambuna Bridge Road, Kotupna 3638.

(03) 5867 3237 or Email: info@wakiticreekresort.com.au , https://www.wakiticreekresort.com.au/

 

TRIP
PLANS –   Thursday 21^st of
August travel to Wakiti, these times are from Ballarat central. Estimated
travel time is 3hrs 10 minutes via Heathcote- Rochester.  3hrs 10 minutes via Midland Highway and 3hrs
14 minutes via C283.  Check in time is 2:00pm
and check out is 10:00am. Members will need to take food & drink supplies,
but you can replenish @ the venue shop or shops at Echuca. 

The
Resort has a small shop where fish and chips can be purchased. It is
recommended that participants bring all necessary supplies rather than rely on
the venue or Echuca shops.

Participants
must provide all horse feed requirements AND your own electric yards to erect
in the designated areas for horses.

The
resort is dog friendly but dogs must be under control at all times.  Club Rule 23 applies.

Riding
is on flat river country and tracks are suitable for bare foot horses.

It
is proposed that we have an evening meal at the Barmah Hotel, Moloney Street,
Barmah. This will be decided at the camp by participants. Barmah is 18 minutes
(21.3km.) from Wakiti.

CAMP
AMENITIES

The
camp kitchen has the following facilities – Oven & hotplates, microwave, toaster,
kettle, sink, a limited supply of crockery, cutlery, chopping boards, pots
& pans, 2 fridges with freezers, tables & chairs, TV & 3 Comfy
sofas.  BBQ facilities are available. Naturally
showers and toilets are also available.

Is the responsibility of each member to make their own
booking directly with the Wakiti Creek Resort (03 5867 3237). A 10% discount
applies to Club members making a booking, JUST MENTION YOU ARE FROM THE CLUB. The
attached Venue map shows camp sites, cabins and other accommodation. Hint –
powered sites 71 to 77 are conveniently located near horse paddock, as are 60 to
70.

 

Please visit the Wakiti Creek Resort website https://www.wakiticreekresort.com.au/ to find the description of each cabin and the prices for sites.
Refer to the drop-down box under the heading RESORT.

Once
you have made your booking, please email
your nomination to Alan and Suzanne at  alg_salter@bigpond.com
and shesuz369@gmail.com
.

 

NOMINATION –

I, (enter your name and mobile number)
wish to attend the BSTHRC Camp at the Wakiti Creek Resort from the 21st to the
25th of August, 2025. I understand that I must not attend this event if either
my horse or I become unwell or infectious. My emergency contact is (enter name
and mobile number).

 

SEE MAP OF WAKITI CREEK RESORT OVERLEAF

 

 

Rules of the Ballarat Social Trail
Horse Riders Club

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 recognized 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.