Please note this rulebook is the copyrighted original work of West Coast Ranch Horse.
Original version 1.0 effective 7/26/2022, Version 1.1 effective 11/26/2022, Version 1.2 effective 1/1/2023, Version 1.3 effective 1/14/2023, Version 2.0 effective January 1st, 2024, Version 2.1 effective January 1st, 2026 , Version 2.2 effective November 1st, 2026.
All rules apply to WCRH classes. Refer to AQHA rules when showing in AQHA classes at WCRH events.
General Rules
G1. AQHA rules apply except where WCRH rules supercede. (***D2-7, G4 and G5 are important distinctions from AQHA rules).
G2. All exhibitors and riders on show grounds must be a current WCRH member and sign a liability waiver before unloading horses. If you bring a horse on the show grounds, even if you do not show it, you must see the office staff first to pay a grounds fee and sign a waiver prior to unloading. If you do not do this, you will be asked to leave the premises. You may pre-pay and sign a waiver in advance by contacting WCRH staff via phone, email or select the option during your online registration. You will be issued a number so that we can keep track of who has checked in with the office. Grounds fee only riders may attend shows only. We cannot accomodate extra horses and riders on clinic or special event days.
G3. All breeds of horses, mules, donkeys and ponies are welcomed to compete.
G4. In WCRH classes only, a rider may ride two handed only with a bosal or ring snaffle on any age horse. Except for riders riding in a bosal or snaffle, only one hand may be used on the reins, and the hand must not be changed. The hand is to be around the reins: index finger only between split reins is permitted. In ranch trail, it is permissible to change hands to work an obstacle. Violation of this rule is an automatic disqualification.
G5. Riders and horses may cross enter into any division for which they qualify. This includes cross entering between walk trot and walk trot lope classes.
G6. Horses may be ridden by multiple riders. The welfare and well being of the horse must always be considered. Excessive participation of a horse will be flagged and the horse will not be able to continue participation in the show.
G7. Warm up will be available for at least 30 minutes in the main arena prior to the start of the show, during breaks and periodically throughout the day as time allows. Please plan accordingly. Depending on the venue, there are typically areas available all day long for warm up.
G8. Park your truck/trailer where directed. Do not park cars in trailer parking area. You may not clean your trailer out in the parking area or you will be subject to a $100 fee.
G9. All horses are shown at the risk of the competitor. Stallions are shown at the exhibitor's own risk and may be shown only by riders 18 years of age and older.
G10. Slide stop rundowns and roping are prohibited in the warm up areas as neither of these activities are included in our ranch horse shows and can be distracting/dangerous to other competitors, unless roping is part of the trail course. If this is the case, roping must only be practiced on the trail course at the roping obstacle or away from other horses.
G11. The WCRH Advisory Board will be facilitated by WCRH Management and will consist of WCRH staff and members representative of divisions offered and membership categories as appointed by WCRH Management. The WCRH Advisory Board will serve to inform and evaluate proposed rules, event schedules, and organizational changes to guide WCRH to best serve its member constituency with balance and fairness.
G12. WCRH shows comply with the CDFA Equine Medication Monitoring Program regulations. Each horse entry must include payment for the current CA drug fee. For more information on the program and prohibited medications and limits, refer to: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/AHFSS/Animal_Health/EMMP/
G13. All exhibitors and horses must wear numbers as required. For riding classes, one number is pinned on either side of the saddle blanket/pad. For in-hand classes, the exhibitor may pin the number on their back or the front of their jeans on the upper thigh.
G14. All riders and owners must pay in full before leaving each show (or prepay as required). An invoice will be sent within one week for any unpaid fees which must be paid prior to the next show. This includes grounds fees, pole fees, late fees, added classes, etc.
G15. Do not run your horse on show grounds in any areas outside of an arena or warm up area.
G16. Dogs must be leashed and must be well-behaved. Ill mannered, loud, intimidating or aggressive dogs will be required to leave the show grounds or event. If dogs are aggressive or barking in the stands or near the arena for any reason, they will be dismissed from the show grounds. Dog owners are required to clean up after their pets.
G17. Please only tie your horse to your trailer if hauling in. Do not tie your horse to wooden fences, trees or anything not designated as a tie rail. Do not tie your horse by its reins.
G18. Tying a horse overnight in lieu of stalling at WCRH events is not permitted. Please arrange with facility or show management to stall your horse if staying overnight. Depending on the facility and demand, stalls may not always be available.
G19. Please follow basic biosecurity protocols including ensuring your horses' vaccinations are current, distancing horses, not putting hose nozzles inside of buckets and not allowing horses to drink from communal water sources or other peoples unattended buckets.
G20. The hospitality tent is a complimentary amenity consisting of drinks and snacks for one day shows only. The hospitality tent is to be accessed and items consumed by exhibitors only.
Ownership
O1. You may ride a horse that you do not own.
O2. If an exhibitor rides a horse that they do not own, exhibitors must provide ownership information and owner phone number at entry upon request. Show management reserves the right to contact a horse's owner(s) if questions arise as to Non-Professional status and exhibitor's relationship to owner. If a rider is engaged in training a horse or coaching riders (outside of their immediate family) in any capacity, they are ineligible to ride in any Amateur classes (see M6. and D4 below).
O3. If you are leasing or borrowing a horse from a Non-professional member, that person may not coach or instruct you or pay your entry fees at any WCRH event as this will be inferred as leasing fees to include indirect compensation for instruction.
Class Schedule
C1. No regular division WCRH classes can be run concurrently. Stakes classes may be run concurrently with the appropriate regular division class. For AQHA classes, breed classes will run concurrently with the associated WCRH class (as listed on showbill).
C2. If entry numbers warrant, trail classes will be work at will and will have a separate judge. Conversely, if entry numbers do not support two judges, ranch trail will be reorganized in the classlist to be included with the main arena schedule.
Membership
M1. Classes of membership will include Professional Membership, Amateur Membership & Youth Membership. Professional and Amateur memberships are open to individuals 19 & over as of January 1st of the current year. Youth membership is open to those members 18 & under as of January 1st of the current year. Membership entitles riders to compete in all WCRH produced shows and events.
M2. WCRH membership is required to enter WCRH produced shows or participate in WCRH events. This is a requirement for our insurance as a riding club and there will be no exceptions.
M3. Annual membership is non-refundable and non-transferable.
M4. Membership, or application therefore, may be terminated or rejected by WCRH Management for cause detrimental to the interests of the organization, its programs, policies, objectives and harmonious relationship of its members.
M5. Professional membership is open to any individual who receives remuneration, directly or indirectly, for the training, showing, instructing, coaching, or judging of horses, or who engages in horse training related activities in exchange for compensation. Professional status is determined by activity, not intent or title, and is modeled on AQHA Professional definitions. Remuneration includes, but is not limited to, cash, checks, commissions, salaries, stipends, discounts, credits, entry fees, free or reduced board or training, lessons, hauling, showing, barter, sponsorship consideration, or any other direct or indirect compensation. Receipt of remuneration for professional horse services establishes Professional status. WCRH reserves the right to reclassify a rider as Professional if they are observed consistenly coaching other riders or advertising themselves as a professional regardless of whether compensation has been confirmed.
Professional Activities - An individual is considered a Professional if they meet any of the following:
Status and Eligibility
M6. In order to join as an Amateur or Youth member, a rider must be a Non-professional.
Non-professional: A Non-Professional (Non-Pro) exhibitor is a rider who does not receive remuneration, directly or indirectly, for the training, showing, instructing, or judging of horses, and who rides and participates in events solely on a non-commercial basis.
M7. AQHA rules and interpretations shall serve as the governing standard for Non-Professional eligibility and Professional status. Where AQHA rules are silent or contradicted by WCRH rules, WCRH reserves final authority to interpret and enforce eligibility in the best interest of fair competition. AQHA rules are enforced for all AQHA classes without exception.
M8. An individual who is 65 years of age or older and who was previously ineligible as outlined above is eligible to immediately apply for amateur membership so long as he/she meets all other amateur eligibility requirements and relinquishes his/her horse show judging credentials, his/her professional horseman membership/status, and any other professional memberships.
M9. To become eligible for amateur membership, or become eligible for reinstatement to amateur membership, the individual must wait a period of up to three years from the date of the last incident which rendered the individual ineligible, except as permitted by M8 above for individuals 65 years of age or older.
M10. A rider over 70 may return to the WCRH Amateur Limited division if eligible for AQHA L1 Amateur competition (by points).
Divisions - See AQHA rulebook for AQHA divisions and eligibility
D1. The Youth division is open to non-professional riders 18 & under as of January 1st of the current show year. The Short Stirrup division is open to riders 10 & under as of January 1st of the current show year.
D2. The Green Rider division is open to non-professional riders of all ages in their first or second year of showing in ranch horse classes and includes walk trot classes. Riders in this class may not have won more than $2500 cumulative earnings in any related western performance class to include reined cow horse, reining, ranch horse, etc.
D3. The Green Horse divisions are open to horses in their first or second year of showing in ranch horse classes and are offered as a walk trot division and a walk trot lope division. All riders may show in the Green Horse classes, including Open, Amateur and Youth riders. Green Horses must not have not earned over $10,000 in any related western performance discipline (to include reined cow horse, reining, ranch horse, etc) and must not have won a World or Reserve World Championship in any related western performance class.
D4. In order to join as an Amateur or Youth member, a rider must be a Non-professional. A Non-Professional (Non-Pro) exhibitor is a rider who does not receive remuneration, directly or indirectly, for the training, showing, instructing, or judging of horses, and who rides and participates in events solely on a non-commercial basis. For the purposes of WCRH Non-Professional eligibility, remuneration includes, but is not limited to, cash, discounts, credits, entry fees, free or reduced board or training, lessons, hauling, showing, barter, or any other direct or indirect compensation. Acceptance of remuneration for training, showing, instructing, or judging of horses disqualifies an exhibitor from Non-Professional status for 3 years. (Payment of entry fees and/or expenses by anyone other than the amateur, the amateur’s “Immediate Family” as defined herein or an amateur’s collegiate team and/or nationally sponsored team (team demonstrations, exhibitions or international competitions only) shall be considered remuneration). Prohibited Activities: An exhibitor is not eligible for Non-Professional status if they:
◦ Train, show, instruct, or judge horses for compensation, either direct or indirect
◦ Are employed in, operate, or represent a professional training, instruction, or showing business, either formally or informally
◦ Receive remuneration for riding, showing, preparing, or training horses not owned or leased by the exhibitor or immediate family
Eligibility Responsibility and Enforcement:
◦ Exhibitors are responsible for maintaining their own eligibility and compliance with these rules
◦ WCRH reserves the right to review eligibility, request documentation, and enforce compliance when concerns are recognized or reported
◦ Violations may result in disqualification, forfeiture of points or awards, and revocation of membership
D5. Amateurs are non-professional competitors age 19 and over. Amateurs must not have engaged in training or assisting in training horses that do not belong to them in any capacity, judging horseshows, or training/coaching other riders in the last 5 years, regardless of whether they received payment. Training other riders includes coaching other riders, instructing in clinics and/or giving lessons, regardless of remuneration. The only exception to the coaching rule is for immediate family. An Amateur competitor may coach/assist their own children/dependents of which they have legal guardianship and/or their parents. The Amateur rules apply to riders in the Amateur and Amateur Limited divisions. WCRH does not have the resources to track and police which riders receive remuneration or to carry out related investigations. WCRH reserves the right to classify riders as management deems fair and appropriate. If you have questions as to your or your classification, please contact show management.
D6. An Amateur Limited rider is a competitor that has not won more than 5 blue ribbons in ranch performance classes (ranch riding, ranch rail, ranch trail) in addition to qualifying as an Amateur competitor. Conformation class wins do not count towards Amateur Limited eligibility.
D7. An Amateur Select rider is a non-professional competitor that meets the age requirement of being 50 years or older as of January 1st of the show year in addition to qualifying as an Amateur competitor for AQHA competition.
D5/7A. For AQHA classes, Amateur competitors must choose between Amateur and Amateur Select divisions, when offered, for each horse they are riding per show. A competitor may not show in both divisions on the same horse at the same show. Amateur and Amateur Select riders may show in L1 Amateur and Rookie Amateur classes in addition to their Amateur or Amateur Select at the same show.
D8. Eligibility based on earnings and/or class wins is to be determined/reassessed at the beginning of each calendar year.
D9. If it is discovered that a rider and/or their horse do not qualify for a division and are determined to be ineligible based on WCRH qualification rules, the rider and/or horse will be disqualified. Riders discovered to be ineligible for a division are to return all winnings and awards won in that division to WCRH. No refunds will be given.
D10. For AQHA classes offered concurrently with WCRH classes, exhibitors are responsible for knowing the division requirements and their eligibity. No refund will be given for riders showing in classes for which they do not qualify.
(Note: Earnings limit rules for Amateurs were rescinded were instituted on 1/1/2026. See AQHA rule SHW220.1 for full definition of "immediate family". )
Equipment & Dress
EQ1. Any working western saddle in serviceable condition will work for ranch horse classes.
EQ2. When a leverage bit is used, a curb strap or curb chain is required. It must meet the approval of the judge, be at least one-half inch wide, and lie flat against the horse’s jaw. Curb chains may not be attached to the bit with string or cord. (Refer to AQHA rule SHW305.8)
EQ3A. Prohibited equipment in ranch classes includes tie-downs, cavessons or nosebands, mechanical hackamores, martingales, slip or gag bits, lip chains, side reins, draw reins and belly bands. Wire or solid metal curb straps, regardless of padding; curb straps with tacks or rivets; and headstalls made of metal, twisted rawhide or rope are also prohibited.
EQ3B. Equipment used in warm-up areas must comply with AQHA’s prohibited-equipment and humane-treatment rules. Equipment prohibited by AQHA throughout the show grounds may not be used in the show pen or warm-up areas.
EQ4A. Dress for ranch horse classes is ranch attire meaning a long sleeve western shirt, belt, jeans, cowboy boots and cowboy hat or helmet. Wild rag, vest and/or chinks or chaps are optional. Jackets and vests are allowed as necessary for comfort. Short sleeved button up shirts may be allowed as management determines necessary for comfort in hot weather. Showing in tank tops and t-shirts is not permitted. Riders with long hair are strongly encouraged to wear their hair back in a ponytail, braid, bun, etc.
EQ4B. Chaps and/or chinks are typically worn in ranch competition and project a professional appearance to the judges we bring in. If you have a pair available to you, please wear them when showing.
EQ5. In all ranch horse classes, hoof polish, hoof black, tail extensions, and braided or banded manes and tails are prohibited, except where specifically permitted by AQHA class rules. Violations will result in a zero score or disqualification, as specified by the applicable class rules. Trimming inside the ears is discouraged. Trimming the bridle path, fetlocks, and facial hair is allowed.
EQ6. Western pleasure style silver and "bling" are discouraged. Bits and tack with silver consistent with traditional cowboy gear is acceptable and encouraged.
EQ7. All riders under 18 are strongly encouraged to wear a helmet for their safety.
EQ8. In leadline classes, horses must wear a bridle and a properly fitted halter, worn over or under the bridle without interfering with the bit or reins. The handler’s lead rope must be attached to the halter, not the bit.
EQ9. Permitted snaffle bits include conventional O-ring, egg-butt or D-ring bits with rings no larger than 4 inches (100 mm) in diameter. The inside circumference must be free of attachments that provide leverage. The mouthpiece must be round, oval or egg-shaped and smooth metal. Smooth inlays or latex wrapping are permitted. The bars must measure at least 5/16 inch (8 mm) in diameter one inch (25 mm) from the cheek, gradually decreasing toward the center. Mouthpieces may consist of two or three pieces. For three-piece mouthpieces, the connecting ring must not exceed 1¼ inches (32 mm) in diameter. Alternatively, a connecting flat bar may measure ⅜ to ¾ inch (10–20 mm) from top to bottom and no more than 2 inches (50 mm) long, and must lie flat in the horse’s mouth. In ranch classes, a leather or other woven-material chin strap of any width is required and should attach below the reins. Iron, chain or other materials are prohibited, except metal buckles and/or keepers.
EQ10. Leverage bits may have a solid or broken mouthpiece and has shanks, acting with leverage. All curb bits must be free of mechanical device and should be considered a standard western bit. A legal, standard western bit is a 8.5" maximum length shank. Shanks may be fixed or loose. Legal mouthpieces include bars that are round, oval or egg shaped, smooth and unwrapped metal of 5/16” to 3/4” (8 mm to 20 mm) in diameter, measured 1” (25 mm) from the cheek. However, wire on the sway bars (above the bars and attaching to the spade) of a traditional spade bit is acceptable. They may be inlaid, but must be smooth or latex wrapped. Nothing may protrude below the mouthpiece (bar), such as extensions or prongs, including upward prongs on solid mouthpieces. The mouthpiece may be two or three pieces. A three-piece, connecting ring of 1 1/4” (32 mm) or less in diameter, or a connecting flat bar of 3/8” to 3/4” (10mm to 20 mm) measured top to bottom with a maximum length of 2” (50 mm), which lies flat in the horse’s mouth, is acceptable. Linked mouthpieces with minimum 3/8” (10 mm) diameter that is smooth with movable links that are solidly attached to the shanks are permitted. The port must be no higher than 3 1/2” (90 mm) maximum, with rollers and covers acceptable. Broken mouthpieces, halfbreeds and spades are acceptable. Donut and flat polo mouthpieces are not acceptable.
EQ11. A curb bit must be used with a curb strap or curb chain properly attached so as to make contact with horse’s chin. Curb chains cannot be tied to the bit with string or cord.
EQ12. Romal means an extension of braided or round material attached to closed reins. This extension shall be carried in the free hand with at least a 16-inch (40 cm) spacing between the reining hand and the free hand holding the romal. When using romal reins, the rider’s hand shall be around the reins with the wrists kept straight and relaxed, the thumb on top and the fingers closed lightly around the reins. When using a romal, no fingers between the reins are allowed. The free hand may be used to adjust the rider’s length of rein. Excess rein(s) may be straightened or disentangled anytime during the class, provided the rider’s free hand is used to straighten or disentangle remains behind the rein hand. Any attempt to alter tension or length of the reins from bridle to rein hand is to be considered use of two hands and will result in a penalty score of zero or disqualification. (Rules adopted from AQHA Rulebook, SHW305. WESTERN EQUIPMENT, refer to aqha.com for more information)
EQ13. Horses must be shown in a plain, properly fitted halter made of leather, nylon, or rope, suitable for everyday ranch use. Excessive decorative silver, rolled nosebands, lariat nosebands and excessively thin show halters are not permitted. Training halters with knots on the noseband are allowed only in 2 & under in-hand classes; they are not permitted for older horses. Leads must be leather, rope, or nylon without chains over the nose or in the mouth. Horses should be clean and well-groomed with natural manes and tails. Artificial devices such as lip chains, lip cords, hoof extensions, false tails, or cosmetic alterations are strictly prohibited.
Gaits & Fitness to Show
G1. The overall cadence and performance of gaits should have an emphasis on forward, free-flowing, and ground-covering movement. Transitions should be smooth and responsive.
G2. At the discretion of and as determined by the judge, a horse may be penalized or eliminated from a class and/or the remainder of the show if the horse appears lame, dull, lethargic, emaciated, sick or overly tired.
Judging & Scoresheets
J1. The decisions of each judge are final. Content on a scoresheet cannot be "corrected" after the scoresheets are finalized by the judge. Competitor show results on signed scoresheets and judge's cards are final.
J2. Calculation errors on scoresheets may be corrected upon auditing by show management (within 5 days). Re-placing the class may be necessary as a result. Calculation errors discovered more than 5 days after the end of a show for classes for which placings have already been announced cannot be corrected.
J3. Any errors in scoresheet calculations or point tabulations will be dealt with on a case by case basis by show management (in consultation with the main arena judge for each show) with careful consideration given to time of discovery and precedent. It is the policy of WCRH to not "take back" points and awards already given out, but to come to an outcome that is most fair for all involved.
J4. Ties for class placings will be broken by penalties first, then by a predetermined tie breaker, then second tie breaker and so on. If there is still a tie, a coin flip will occur.
Awards & Points
A1. WCRH reserves the right to substitute prizes and awards with those of equal value.
A2. WCRH reserves the right to add additional awards and/or prizes.
A3. Prizes and awards given during classes are final and may not be traded.
A4. Description of awards and prizes will be included on each multi-day show or series webpage. In some cases, awards are ordered after the conclusion of a show or series. Award timelines will be announced on the each show/series website. Your patience is appreciated.
A5. Points will be awarded in accordance with the WCRH show point schedule.
A6. High point awards (Top Hand) are by horse/rider combination. Ties for high point and division awards will be broken by number of firsts, number of seconds and so on. If there is still a tie, # of shows attended will be the tie breaker (going to highest number of attended shows, then classes entered). If a tie remains, a coin flip will occur.
A7. Awards not picked up at a live show or event may be shipped at the owners expense and will not ship immediately as show/event cleanup and administrative activities take precedence. Exhibitors are responsible for shipping fees. Payouts may take up to 60 days to mail and require the exhibitor to complete and submit a W9.
A8. Unless otherwise specified in the series or year end award rules, there must be a minimum of an average of 5 riders within a division for a buckle to be offered or at least 10 riders for a saddle to be offered. If less than 5 riders are eligible/nominated, division champions will have the option of an alternate prize or will be given the option tosubsidize a buckle or saddle.
A9. For all Open level divisions (Open, Green Horse WTL and Green Horse WT), division points shall be on the horse. Rider/handler substitution for division awards is allowed only in cases where 2 or more horses are shown by the same rider and for classes which run all exhibitors at once (rail & conformation). For all other divisions, points are on horse/rider combinations only.
A10. Horse substitutions are not allowed for series or year end points for point calculations, except in the case of a lameness, illness, death, or sale of a horse in the short stirrup division.
A11. If there is a dispute or uncertainty regarding who should receive an award, WCRH will release the award to the person responsible for paying the associated show bill. Any further distribution of awards must be resolved privately among the parties involved.
Sportsmanship, Behavior, Ethics & Violations
S1A. WCRH will not tolerate unsportsmanlike conduct, unruly/inappropriate behavior, bullying and/or inhumane treatment of a horse or other animal (whether intentional or negligent). “Negligence” is the failure to exercise care that a reasonably prudent person would exercise. Those who demonstrate such behaviors will be asked to leave the premises and will be banned from attending future shows. Horses owned by banned individuals or their spouses may not be shown at WCRH, regardless of rider.
S1B. Trainers, coaches and instructors must communicate with clients respectfully at all WCRH events. Yelling at, berating, threatening or humiliating clients is prohibited. Raising one’s voice to provide an immediate safety warning or audible instruction across an arena is permitted, provided the communication remains respectful. Violations may result in a warning, removal from the event or further disciplinary action by WCRH.
S2A. Any member or show attendee found in possession of illegal substances or prohibited items will be required to leave the show grounds.
S2B. WCRH members and guests may not consume alcohol while attending WCRH educational or horse show events. Attendees may not participate in WCRH events, ride or handle horses while impaired by alcohol, drugs or any other substance. Any attendee whose impairment creates a safety concern or disrupts the event will be required to stop participating and may be required to leave the grounds without a refund. Safe transportation must be arranged for anyone unable to drive safely.
S3. All WCRH Management, judges, staff and representatives shall be treated with courtesy, cooperation and respect, and no person shall direct abusive or threatening conduct or language toward them.
S4. The presence of a prohibited medication, drug or substance in a horse participating in a WCRH produced or approved event shall be grounds for WCRH Management to take action if it is determined that the use of said medication, drug or substance was not within the guidelines set forth by the CDFA EMMP. Horses discovered to be in violation will be disqualified and points/awards retracted with no refund. Members in violation may be suspended or banned from future WCRH involvement.
S5. WCRH Management reserves the right to refuse entry and participation in any WCRH produced show or event to any individual or group who threatens or compromises the safe, respectful, positive and congenial environment we strive to offer our members.
S6. Rules in this section apply to members, nonmembers, exhibitors, trainers, owners, owner representatives, spectators, family members /friends or the aforementioned and all other persons on the show grounds. Show management may immediately expel individuals exhibiting unsportsmanlike, unethical or inhumane conduct from show grounds or from online shows and social media pages & groups.
S7. Use of the West Coast Ranch Horse (WCRH) name, logo or event logos (such as the Ranch Horse Rendezvous) on merchandise, advertising, promotional materials, websites, social media or other publications requires prior written authorization from WCRH. No person or business may include WCRH logos in social media posts without prior written permission. Logos may not be altered or used to imply an unauthorized endorsement, sponsorship or affiliation. WCRH may revoke permission and require unauthorized use to stop. Sharing official WCRH posts and event flyers through a platform’s share feature, without alteration, is permitted.
Entries & Payment
E1. Entries close 11:59p Pacific time the date published on each show's webpage. Late entries will incur a $5 late fee/class. If not paid at or before the show, all fees must be paid prior to entering the next show or you or you will be denied at check in. Fees are due by the entry due date for multi-day shows and at the end of show day for one day shows. Show entry prior to arrival at show grounds is required. Entry on the morning of a show is not guaranteed and is dependent on staff availability. If applicable, please contact WCRH ASAP if not entered to arrange for same day entry.
E2. The scratch and refund policy will be listed on each series or multiday show's webpage. Special events such as clinics, schooling shows, catered meals and performances are always non-refundable. Tickets to special events are always transferable. Refunds are only given in the case of event cancellation.
E2A. Generally, at one day shows, scratches will receive a full refund (minus $5 office fee). At multiday shows, refunds are allowed up until the entry deadline minus a $25 office fee. After the entry deadline, no refunds are given. If everyone were be allowed to scratch at the last moment, we would no longer be able to offer these shows. (Special consideration is given to members experiencing medical or veterinary emergencies. Contact WCRH Management if this applies to you.)
E3. Entries and clinic fees are 100% transferable within each event. You may scratch or replace the rider and/or horse for your entry prior to the day of the show by submitting the change by calling or texting 951-595-7536. Please include rider name, horse name, class number and name and WCRH member number(s). Please understand that we book venues, hire judges and order prizes/awards based on participation.
E4. For live multi-day shows, in the case of rescheduling due to weather or other disaster, registered competitors will have the choice to roll over to the rain date or receive a full refund. For all shows, in the case of cancellation, pre-paid entries will receive a full refund.
E5. Any outstanding balance for unpaid fees must be paid when due (at close of show for one day shows, pre-paid by deadline for mulitday shows). If a balance remains, the rider will not be issued a number until the balance is brought current. WCRH will refuse the right to show for anyone owing a balance.
E6. There is a $50 fee for a returned check.
E7. Communication/messaging about entries will not be done via social media or personal cell phone numbers. Please use the official WCRH phone number 951-595-7536 and email address info@westcoastranchhorse.com.
E8. In the event that show credits are granted, they will expire 6 months after issuance. Show credits will expire after 2 uses if events are repeatedly scratched. Show credits have no cash value.
E9. Cattle feees are non-refundable after the deadline.
Points earned for placings will adhere to the following schedule: From 1st to last place, with the last place in the class receiving one point.
Example: Class of 10 Exhibitors
First: 10 Points
Second: 9 Points
Third: 8 Points
Fourth: 7 Points
Fifth: 6 Points
Sixth: 5 Points
Seventh: 4 Points
Eighth: 3 Points
Ninth: 2 Points
Tenth: 1 Point
WCRH has adopted the AQHA rulebook except where WCRH rules supersede (listed above).
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