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The slide is an old bridle trail. horses will need to be hill fit for for part A. Part B is in the Araluen valley at an easy pace

Melbourne Cup weekend camp and ride based at Forrest trail riders club grounds near Forrest township (West of Geelong).

Self-camp on the spacious grounds with the use of the Forrest club kitchen plus nearby footy club bathroom facilities.

Optional meals at the local brewery.

This ride on Cup weekend in ’25 was so popular we are doing it again!

Contact:  Julie Caddy: Mobile 0429 693 003/ jjcaddy@bigpond.com for details and ride notice plus nomination form.

 

Melbourne Cup weekend camp and ride based at Forrest trail riders club grounds near Forrest township (West of Geelong).

Self-camp on the spacious grounds with the use of the Forrest club kitchen plus nearby footy club bathroom facilities.

Optional meals at the local brewery.

This ride on Cup weekend in ’25 was so popular we are doing it again!

Contact:  Julie Caddy: Mobile 0429 693 003/ jjcaddy@bigpond.com for details and ride notice plus nomination form.

 

Obsticles in the morning, luch and xmas drinks along with the AGM

easy, undulating with some local traffic. Lunch at the river. and then return to floats

Lunch at Mt Macedon pub after local ride.  NOTE CHANGE OF DATE from 21/11 to 22/11

Contact Deb Cranage for details: 0438 011 062

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

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Please read revised
Club Rules below. 

VENUE:           This year we are back at John Brady’s property
at LOT 72 Grubbed Road, Enfield.  There is ample room for camping with horses,
with communal paddock available if you do not wish to erect your own
yards.  Sufficient room for goosenecks
too. 

 

NOMINATIONS:         This ride is limited
to Club Members only, THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS, and financial ATHRA members. Email
nominations alg_salter@bigpond.com
.  DON’T FORGET TO
ADVISE OF SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS WHEN NOMINATING.  If a family member is attending a separate nomination is
required for each person.  

 

The Club will provide Saturday night’s dinner and
Sunday morning breakfast, (refer to details below).  Don’t forget your drinks
and nibbles for our party.

 

EVENT FEES:  NO CHARGE FOR
FINANCIAL BSTHRC MEMBERS.  A CHARGE OF
$10 APPLIES TO FAMILY MEMBERS    and
NON-Club ATHRA members.     

 

Members are welcome to
attend for the Saturday dinner only, and/or ride on one or more days, but
nominations indicating your intentions, and any special dietary requirements,
are required for catering and planning purposes. Hot showers and toilet
facilities are available, as well as a sheltered gazebo for socializing and
meals.  Please remember to bring a camp
chair for the dinner.  Participants are
required to provide all personal food and horse feed etc., other than the
Saturday night dinner and Sunday’s breakfast. 

NOTE:  All dogs must be suitably restrained at all
times.   PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG &
HORSES.

 

EVENT DETAILS:         

Friday – Attendees can
arrive after midday on Friday and set up camp. 
We will organise a casual ride Friday afternoon around 2pm.  Attendees to self-cater on Friday.

Saturday –
Involves a full day’s ride with saddle bag lunch, commencing about 10.30am.  Those not camping overnight please arrive in
time to saddle up and register.  Horseless Muster Saturday @ approximately 10am, Ride Out Time @
approximately 10.30 am 

 

The
ride will be followed by drinks and nibbles before dinner and festivities. Hans
will be back on deck this year, providing his usual excellent delights.
Please advise of any special dietary requirements when nominating.   The Club will be conducting our
usual fun filled auction during Saturday night’s activities, with great purchases
on offer.    

 In line with previous
breakups, the Club is asking that members bring along horse gear or other items
they no longer need, for our auction.  If
you know of a local business which may be prepared to donate goods, I can
provide you with a letter of authority to collect on behalf of the Club. 

Sunday – Breakfast
of eggs and bacon will be provided by the Club, followed by a very easy ride in
the morning, before lunch and packing up.

                                                             

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.