Summerfest Pairs #4 & Individual Championship #2
Sat, Aug 24
|Essa Agriplex
These event points will contribute to a rider's overall season score. We are looking forward to a two-day event alongside the Barrie Fair! On Saturday, August 24th we will have the Summerfest Pairs #4 Competition followed by Individual Championship #2 on Sunday, August 25th!
Time & Location
Aug 24, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – Aug 25, 2024, 4:00 p.m.
Essa Agriplex, 7505 10th Line, Thornton, ON L0L 2N0, Canada
About the Event
We are looking forward to a two-day event alongside the Barrie Fair! On Saturday, August 24th we will have the Summerfest Pairs #4 Competition followed by Individual Championship #2 on Sunday, August 25th! This is a single entry form for BOTH competitions, but it is not required to sign up for both days.
GENERAL
- Points for these competitions will count towards overall season scores.
- Riders and ponies of all levels are invited.
- You need an active OE membership to ride. Proof of 2024 OE Membership and completed required courses must be sent to the EMGC Secretary (equinemountedgamescanada@gmail.com) if not already provided.
- Complete entries consist of all required paperwork received by the Competition Committee and payment by e-transfer to the Treasurer (emgcpayments@gmail.com) by the deadline.
- Please include the rider and event name in the etransfer note.
- EMGC follows the IMGA 2024 Rulebook. Additional EMGC Bit and Tack options apply.
- Prompt start times will be implemented. If riders are late, they will be invited into the ring when it is safe to do so.
- EMGC is active on social media! Please send pictures and videos from the competition you would like to see get posted to Jessie-Lyn at jlboadway@hotmail.com or at 289-231-3716 on WhatsApp.
VOLUNTEERING
All riders are required to identify one volunteer arena crew member in charge of set-up for their lane's equipment while they are riding.
Additional Assistant Referees and Prop Crew volunteers are needed and appreciated throughout the day. The goal is to have each volunteer assist with at least one full division. This makes the day run as smoothly as possible.
REFUNDS
After the deadline, refunds will be provided only if your spot can be filled. Please contact EMGC Event Committee Member, Megan (meganc.emgc@outlook.com), regarding medical, veterinary, or family emergency situations.
WEATHER PLANS
The competition will be held regardless of weather (except in the event of thunder and lightning or heavy snowfall). If the competition is canceled, competitors will be notified via email the day prior to the competition and fees will be refunded.
FOOD/BEVERAGE
Bring your own - Attendees are encouraged to bring their own beverages and snacks.
ARENA
Footing of the arena is sand.
CAMPING
Camping is available for free on Friday night and Saturday night. Details on the specific area for parking trailers and camping will be distributed closer to the event, but the area from last year can be used again this year.
STALLS
Stalls are available for a fee ($84.75). Please keep your area clean and tidy as spectators will visit the area. You are not required to strip the stall at the end of your stay.
IMPORTANT REMINDER
It is important that each rider, spectator, and supporter respects the competition property. Throughout the day and before you depart, please ensure that you have cleaned up after your horse, placed garbage in garbage cans, and that your trailer area is free of any hay, manure, or other debris. Please keep your horse away from any areas that we don’t have permission to use. No dogs please.
GAMES LIST & SCHEDULE
EMGC reserves the right to modify the games list, schedule, and divisions at its discretion.
Summerfest Pairs #4- Aug 24
Session 1 (8 races)
Speed Weavers
Bottle Exchange
Toolbox Scramble
Four Flag
Two Flag
Founder’s Race
Hug a Mug
Bank Race
Final (10 races)
Hi-lo
Association
Hula hoop
Carton Race
Pony Pairs
Windsor Castle
Ball and cone
Hoopla
Three Mug
Flag fliers
Speed – 4 (*potentially 3.5*) Agility – 2 Accuracy – 6 (* potentially 4.5*)
Leadline Games
Session 1 (7 races)
Speed Weavers
Bottle Exchange
Sword Lancers
Toolbox Scramble
Two Flag
Litter Scoop
Hug a Mug
Final (7 races)
Bottle Shuttle
Hula hoop
Carton Race
Association
Pony Pairs
Windsor Castle
Flag fliers
Individuals #2 – Aug 25
Session 1 (8-10 races)
Speed Weavers
Three Pot Flag
Triple Flag
Victoria Cross
Bottle Exchange (Open ONLY)
Mug Shuffle
Run and Ride (Open ONLY)
Carton
Litter Lifters
Socks and Bucket
Final (10 races)
Bank Race
Sword Lancers
Moat and Castle
Two Flag
Bottle Swap
Association
Litter Scoop
Hula Hoop
Hi-Lo
Flag Fliers
Leadline Games
Session 1 (10 races)
Speed Weavers
Three Pot Flag
Triple Flag
Bottle Exchange
Toolbox Scramble
Mug Shuffle
Run and Ride
Carton
Litter Lifters
Socks and Buckets
Final (10 races)
Bank Race
Moat and Castle
Two Flag
Association
Bottle Swap
Tool Box Scramble
Litter Scoop
Hula Hoop
Hi-Lo
Flag Fliers