29th Annual Hunter Pace

South Farm will proudly host its 29th annual Hunter Pace October 5th. 2008. The Hunter Pace is a course both on the flat and over fences, over approximately 4 to 5 miles thru scenic Amish country. Pairs of 2 or teams of 3 on horse back, will navigate thru a very well marked course and try to arrive and the ideal hunters pace.  This is the pace that fox hunters might travel to or from a fixture, and some of the pace might be set for what you would expect on the hunt itself. For example, in open hay fields, one would canter or hand gallop. When going thru the woods, naturally you would slow to a trot, and if trying to cross a ditch or a more difficult area, you would be expected to walk.  When all the riders have finished their course, the ideal time is given and the teams are awarded. South Farm awards teams thru 10th place, and we have recently added a Trail Riders Division.  This division is meant for Riders to walk at a leisurely pace and enjoy the scenery.

1. Entries can be pre entered, and post entries will be taken till 1:00 pm.

2. First Horse on course at 12:00 and Jumping Teams always go first.

3. Entries mailed before event will have first order of go, but all Teams will receive a posted start time when entering.

4. All Divisions must be ridden by team of 2 or 3, if you don’t have a partner one will be provided.

5. Course will be opened Saturday at 12:00 for inspection.

6. Courses will be marked, jumps will be numbered.

7. Fences will be no higher than 2’11” and there will always be a way around them.

8. All fences will be jumped in numerical order. Riders may pass after trying 3 times.

9. Teams may pass each other.

10. Last horse of a team over finish line will be team time.

11. Informal dress;  breeches, boots, protective head gear with chin strap must be worn while mounted.

12. Be considerate of land owners properties.

13.  In case of bad weather, the organizer reserves the right to alter the course prior to the event for the safety of the riders

14. Judges Decision is final.

15. Trail Riders Division: English, Western or endurance equipment. Safety helmet. Appropriate and informal riding attire and boots required.