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 AQHA
& AQHAUK Present "Annual Weekend in the Wood"
July
24/25/26th 2009
Littlelodge
Farm, Santon
Downham,Suffolk
Download entry form here  thetford rideentry 2009 13/04/2009,19:42
Howdy folks and welcome to our annual trail ride weekend in
Thetford Forest- looking forward to meeting friends , old and new on this years
ride. The intention for the weekend is to have some good riding, good food,&
good company. Hopefully we will get some good weather too !! This is a
charitable fund raising event and our charity this year is up for grabs-
suggestions along with your entry and the winning charity will be drawn during
the weekend. We have previously raised money for local hospital wards, McMillan
nurses, a therapeutic riding centre, ILPH, and the Blue Cross. Fees have been
kept to the same as last year.
Again in 2009 the weekend officially starts on the Friday 4 pm
thru to Sunday afternoon. We will have a slightly different arrangement for
parking and horse penning and you will need to park & pen as per
instructions. There is no reality trail
competition this time around- instead we have an all day picnic ride on the
Saturday.
For those who may be new to the western trail ride this is a
quiet, safe and steady ride suitable for all members of the family to join in,
designed for all levels of ability and experience. We ride in escorted groups-
small or large depending on what folk want. If you want to head off with a map
that’s fine- we will save you some chow if you get lost !! We try and ensure
that the ride provides for everyone- whatever you may want .You have to let me
know ! Goody bags and rosettes for all riders. A chance to win a camera
courtesy of AQHA. Raffle and prize draw .Public liability insurance is provided
by AQHA for all riders.
The schedule for the weekend will be flexible so you can ride
as much or as little as you like but the bare bones are………
Friday – arrive from 4
pm onwards
registration and camp set up.
Unescorted ride outs for those who want it. Self
catering food arrangements but we will probably organise a communal Chinese meal for those who want to join
in.
Saturday 9.30 pre trail
safety talk
10 am all
day picnic ride out into forest, stop for lunch, then head on back. For those
who do not want to do the all day ride a chance to ride out in small groups
5.30 food !! evening
camp fire and chat we are working on some entertainment
!!
Sunday 9 am early ride out
11.30
breakfast/brunch
afternoon – free for you to ride if you want
Campsite cleared before
6.00 please
We can provide maps of the forest for those who may want to
undertake some orienteering of their own. There will also be guided rides for
those who want to saunter in company. Our campsite is basic- a water meadow- so we have a river to
practice getting the horses into. Horses will be kept in electric pens- please
bring your own we cannot provide stakes/tape but you may be able to share a
hook up /connection -speak to ride organiser
. We have access to a portaloos. People sleep in their lorries or tents or
trailers. We have a marquee in case of bad weather.
Thetford offers a variety of activities for the non riders so
there are plenty of other things to do – cycling, walking & the activity
centre. Dogs are welcome but need to be kept on a lead and under control at ALL
times, please.
The following entry form needs to be back with us by July 3rd
to guarantee a place –
However entries received by June 1st qualify for
early bird discount. Late entries may be accepted if space permits at a small
supplement and at rider organisers discretion.
We look forward to seeing you on the trail and please do not
hesitate to contact us if you require further information.
Chris Kent & Mike Dawson
RIDE
RULES FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT
No alcohol on the trail
No dogs on the trail
No smoking on the trail
Children under 16 must be accompanied and supervised by a
parent/carer at all times
Each participant to sign a release registration/waiver prior
to the ride
Children under 18 must have a parent sign a release
registration/waiver
Participants to ride in an orderly and safe manner
Red ribbon to be attached to your horses tail if it kicks
Participants to follow instructions of your trail boss or ride
leader
Please do not leave litter
No loose horses
Close gate to campsite
No galloping – please ask other riders if overtaking at any
other pace
Dogs to be kept under control on campsite at all times
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