Enquiries & Nominations to Alan Salter at alg_salter@bigpond.com or 0427 357 941

IMPORTANT NOTICE: On DAYS OF TOTAL FIRE BAN all rides are automatically cancelled. If extreme weather conditions are forecast for the day of a planned ride or event, it is your responsibility to phone the ride Coordinator to confirm if the ride is still proceeding, or if details have been changed.

NOMINATIONS & FEES: This is a re-scheduled ride, (postponed in May), and is open to all ATHRA members & Day Members, but everyone must comply with the attached rules and protocols. Please read the Covid 19 Protocols & Club Rules below. To nominate, enter your name & mobile, and emergency contact details in the nomination below and email to alg_salter@bigpond.com . Day Members must speak with Alan Salter before registering online. Ride Fees: Non-Club riders $5, to be paid on arrival.

I, name & mobile, wish to nominate for the Durham Lead NN Ride on Friday the 10th November 2023. I declare that I will NOT attend if I am knowingly exposed to Covid-19, or experience cold or flu like symptoms prior to the event. My Emergency Contact is name and mobile.

Ride Hosts Lesley Mebbrey, supported by Cheryl Williams - Ring Lesley on 0400 624 051 the day of ride only, if unable to contact Alan Salter.

VENUE: Meeting at 311 SANDY’S HILL ROAD, DURHAM LEAD. Please note this is a new venue and NOT at Cheryl and Ken’s property. It is recommended that members enter Sandy’s Hill Road 5.9 klms from the roundabout at Buninyong at Mount Mercer Durham Lead Road, (not the first access from Buninyong), as this means only travelling 300 metres on gravel road. After turning left into Sandy’s Hill Road travel 300 metres and enter the 3rd property on the right at the white entrance. Water is available for horses.

RIDE: This will be an easy leisurely “Nervous Nellies Ride” on undulating hills and quiet bush tracks, with some limited riding on quiet public roads. Tracks can be hard underfoot with some stony dirt roads, boots or shoes recommended. It is proposed to ride a loop for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours.

Please arrive about 9.00 am to sign in/pay, and saddle up for a 10 am ride out. Horseless Muster @ 9:45 am - Ride Out Time @ 10.00am sharp.

LUNCH: Our hosts will provide a BBQ lunch of sausages and hamburgers in bread after the ride. Tea and coffee will be available.

Please read Club Rules & Protocols on following pages.

Rules of the Ballarat Social Trail Horse Riders Club

~ Incorporating “Covid-19 Protocols” ~

Revised 8th August 2023.

1. Members should become familiar with the ATHRA Code of Conduct & these BSTHRC Rules.

2. No person shall attend a Club ride or other event if they are experiencing cold or flu like symptoms; or there is a possibility they may pass on any illness whatsoever to others.

3. During any period of “government-imposed restrictions” relating to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the BSTHRC will ensure compliance with rules and regulations currently in force.

4. All intending riders at any BSTHRC ride or event must email their nomination in the prescribed form to alg_salter@bigpond.com , or other nominated email address.

5. Nominations must include the nominees name and mobile, their Emergency Contact’s name and mobile, and a declaration that they will NOT attend if they are knowingly exposed to Covid-19, or experience cold or flu like symptoms prior to the ride or event.

6. Members are required to sign the Ride attendance Register upon arrival at a ride venue.

7. If subsequent to nominating for a ride or event, a nominee is exposed to Covid-19, or becomes unwell with cold or flu like symptoms, they MUST immediately notify the Club. They MUST NOT attend any rides or events until they receive a negative test for Covid-19.

8. Members testing positive to Covid-19 must comply with government requirements in force at the time.

9. The Trail Boss or a Member of the BSTHRC Committee shall have the discretion to exclude a rider if they believe that a rider’s participation may place others at risk, and the rider shall leave the venue immediately.

10. All members and others attending BSTHRC rides or events should remain aware of social distancing and avoid unnecessary close contact and crowded situations.

11. All attendees must observe recognised biosecurity measures, including washing hands regularly, particularly after contact with another rider or person present, and/or their equipment or property.

12. Ride fees must be paid on arrival at the venue, the exact ride fee to be placed in the receptacle provided.

13. Lame or sick horses must not be brought to Club rides or events. If you suspect your horse is unwell DO NOT bring it to a ride. Members should be mindful of horse health & welfare issues and apply appropriate biosecurity strategies at all times.

14. The ride or event Trail Boss shall have the discretion to exclude a horse they believe may be unwell or suffering any injury.

15. BSTHRC strongly recommends that all riders have Ambulance cover. An ambulance will be called if deemed appropriate by the Trail Boss, the injured member being responsible for all expenses.

16. Riders under 18 years, and those currently registered as an ATHRA Junior Member, must wear an approved riding helmet.

17. Riders under 16 must be accompanied & supervised by their parent or guardian; or an adult member nominated in writing by their parent or guardian.

18. All riders must carry a lead rope and halter on all trail rides.

19. Horses known to kick must wear a red ribbon in their tail.

20. All riders must advise the Trail Boss of any pre-existing medical condition prior to the commencement of the ride.

21. Horses must be appropriately conditioned and fit for the intended ride, with adequately conditioned or shod feet.

22. Stallions may only be used after prior approval from the Committee; and must display a blue ribbon on head gear and tail.

23. Breastplates and Cruppers are recommended.

24. Unless otherwise stated, DOGS are not permitted at rides or events.

25. All riders must adhere to these Rules and ATHRA’s Code of Conduct.

26. Rider participation signifies understanding and acknowledgement of these Rules, and their willingness to comply.