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Event & Ride Rules
SOME VERY BASIC RULES FOR NON-MEMBERS (a full set of rules is available in the members resources section)
PLEASURE RIDES
The most important thing to note when entering a Sport Endurance Pleasure Ride is that you will need third part liability insurance. You may already have this with membership of another organisation such as the BHS or Pony Club but do check and bring evidence with you on the day. If you don't have this cover or are unsure, coverage can be provided by our day membership of £3. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO START WITHOUT THIS INSURANCE COVER.
Other rules which affect the Pleasure ride entry is that your horse or pony must be five years old . If your mount is in his/her first season out and about it may well be advisable to put a green ribbon into the tail to warn other riders to show extra respect. A red ribbon indicates a horse which may kick out and a blue one shows the horse is a stallion.
You will need a hard hat of a recognised current safety standard and your regular tack (check it for any wear and tear before the day). There will not be a tack inspection at the ride - responsibility in that direction is yours! It is expected that your horse will be correctly shod or suitably trimmed and/or booted if barefoot. You will not be required to have a vet inspection but many rides encourage Pleasure Riders to 'have a go' by trotting up for the vet and having a heart rate measured. If your intention is to move on to competitive rides it's worth taking this opportunity but do practice trotting up in hand before the day and warn the vet if it is your horses first inspection.
COMPETITIVE RIDES
You can have a go at a competitive ride (for an increased entry fee) without being a member of Sport Endurance. The basic rules mentioned above apply here too with the addition of the correct paperwork. The ride organiser will send you the relevant vet form to fill in and this must be done before you present at the vet for your check. The procedures for this are outlined elsewhere on the site. There will be a further check at the end of the ride.
