2008 RAC International Riding Competition RIDE, PROMOTE and WIN! Deadline HAS PAST, SORRY - Join us next year! RIDE a Curly , Get a FREE T-shirt and WIN GREAT Prizes! THE ONLY REQUIREMENT is that you RIDE A CURLY!!! No registration papers required!! *This contest is for ALL ages - Adult and Youth!*

Starts January 1st, 2008- December 31st, 2008

Points will be tallied TWO ways:

A. FOUR points for each mile ridden, either on the trail, arena or driving!
These points are based on the Participant's time (you the rider), and you can ride as many curlies as you wish!

B. 20 points for each event. ie Parade, Clinic or Show
You receive 20 points per event where you take at least one curly with you. If you take 2 curlies, you still get just 20 points. The points are based on the rider, not on the horses present. An event is any activity that enables you to promote your curlies. If your barn is holding a public clinic and your curly is participating, by all means, count that event. How grand that you can promote without hauling somewhere! If you do a fundraiser trail ride and there is an opportunity to promote your curly, again you get 20 points. For events that are more than 1 day - you receive 20 points for 1st day and 10 additional points for each consecutive day after that.

Keep in mind that this contest is unique in that it isn't all about the "win" - it's about setting personal goals, feeling part of a community & inspiring each other and of course, promoting our curlies, TOGETHER. The prizes should be the icing on the cake, not the cake. ;-) This contest will help you build riding ethic with logging and become more aware of opportunities to promote your curlies.   I heard it once said that sometimes it's not the goal that is the prize, but the adventure you take in getting there.

SPECIAL NOTE TO CURLY BREEDERS

This contest would be a great way to promote your farm/horses and at the same time get your horses ridden. If you don't have time yourselves, it is acceptable for have someone else ride your horses for you.You may have a horse savvy young person around that would love to participate in the contest, but they don't own a curly. You pay their entry fee and they get to ride, log points and win great prizes! This would be a win-win for both of you -- your horses get ridden and the rider can enjoy and have fun! ;-) Also, what is also cool is that via the RAC Adventures page, they can share as much as they want - and I would gladly include a link to your farm with the post. Pretty nifty, eh? Maybe it is a horse you plan to sell eventually, what a great way to promote that horse and get it in the public eye and also show what a special curly he/she is! --- I really want to do what I can to help Quality Curly Breeders out there as much as I can. Just be safe and make sure that person is qualified to handle/ride your horses. *** Just keep in mind that professionals, anyone getting paid to ride your horses already and/or trainers can NOT be part of this contest.   AND also remember that the idea is to get out and promote the breed, so although arena time is fine, it is important to advance to public outings, shows, trail etc., to do this.

CONTEST PRIZES!! The following prizes will be awarded to both the Adult & Youth Divisions! Jacket color options below   2008 GRAND PRIZE The 1st place RAC winner will receive this beautiful Trophy, HUGE Pleated Rosette Ribbon & Tri-Season Jacket to proudly wear with the Logo of your choice & CHAMPION TITLE! *See 2007 Winning Jacket here Port Authority® - Challenger Jacket People simply love the ChallengerT jacket. This traditional design never goes out of style and keeps you warm, dry and confident. Choose any color, size. Tri Season jacket which can be worn most of the year. Durable shell and great for riding or barn work out stylish enough to ware to a show or event! Fleece color options below 2008 Reserve PRIZE The 2nd place RAC winner will receive this beautiful Trophy, HUGE Pleated Rosette Ribbon & Fleece Jacket to proudly wear with the Logo of your choice & CHAMPION TITLE! Choose any color, size. *See 2007 Winning Hoodie here Port Authority® - R-TekT Fleece Full Zip Jacket. This classic fleece is a stylish layering option or it looks good on its own. Our exclusive R-TekT fleece is soft, lightweight, plush, and warm. Plus, the anti-pill finish means you'll attract nothing but compliments. AVAILABLE IN MEN & WOMENS STYLES   3rd - 6th Place will receive a beautiful Rosette Ribbon   I will also be holding 3 MINI contests throughout the year, which will be announced later. ;-)

ENTRY COST: $30.00 per person - includes FREE T-shirt!

Deadline HAS PAST, SORRY - join us next year!

You can send your Entry Fee by pay pal using this email address: denise.conroy@gmail.com
or send MONEY ORDER to: Denise Conroy, 5643 E. M-134 Cedarville, MI 49719
(NO PERSONAL CHECKS PLEASE)

I thought the Free T-shirt would be fun because they will inspire you and encourage people to ask about your Curly that you will be riding....and help promote the breed!! Plus, with all the Ride-A-Curly participants wearing one, it will give you that TEAM spirit!

Just like last year, I will keep an updated web page JUST for all you participants!! You can share anything you wish along the way. Anyone can send pictures, stories or articles about their adventures to be posted on Curly Horse Country! It would be really fun for CHC readers to see you out and about with your Curly T-shirts showing what our curlies can do, AROUND THE WORLD! Wouldn't that be neat to read stories from every part of the world doing the same thing?

I ask that everyone document with total honesty so this contest can be fair and good. Remember, GO HAVE FUN and talk about your INCREDIBLE CURLY HORSE!!! It is the icing on the cake if you win a prize at the end of it all. Right? Enjoy and PLEASE keep me posted on how it is going....we will all be waiting, watching and cheering you on!!

CHOOSE ON OF THE BACK DESIGN OPTIONS

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ALL CONTEST TEES will have a design on the left chest and back. This entire contest is sponsored by Curly Horse Country & OMD Embroidery