06-13-2010

Peters Creek Farm
Social Circle, GA

Peters Creek Farm ~ Social Circle, Georgia

Ride Name: Georgia World Record Attempt Ride for the Rescues

Benefitting Rescues Across the Country & Our Local Beneficiary: The Georgia Equine Rescue League

Ride Date: June 13, 2010

Affiliate Contact Information:

Name: Jessie Murray / Katrina Adams

Email: [email protected]

Phone No.: 770-207-4496 Jessie & Barn / 770-363-3154 Kat

Directions Info: See: http://peterscreekfarm.com/contactus.aspx

Peters Creek Farm is located on 500 rolling acres of pasture and woodland between Social Circle & Madison, Georgia. PCF is a full-service boarding, training and event facility that provides an extraordinary backdrop for the best in trail riding and relaxing workouts while providing individually tailored care for our clients` horses.

PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE TO PARTICIPATE.

REGISTRATION CLOSES at Midnight (Eastern Time) on Thursday, June 10th

If you need assistance in signing up, please call ACTHA at 877-422-2842

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World Renowned Trail Ride Critic Dutch Henry`s Ride Proclamation for-

World Record Attempt - "Ride for the Rescues!" June 13, 2010

Howdy Folks,

By golly how many times do you get to be part of a big deal? I mean a really big, wonderful deal. Not too often, I reckon! Well hot dang here`s your chance! In keeping with ACTHA`s mission to raise much needed funds for Horse Rescues and Charities, thousands of riders all across the USA will be steppin` into their stirrups on the same exact day to ride in ACTHA sanctioned Competitive Trail Challenges.

Never before has such a group of top-shelf and generous sponsors, organizations and riders come together for such worthwhile cause. Sadly never before has there been so great a need. We at ACTHA know how much the noble horse means to each of you – How much the gallant horse has given to shape the world! Let`s rally together and offer a token of thanks!

You are herewith invited to help set the Guinness®World Record for The Largest Trail Riding Competition! Not just for fun – even though you can count on it bein` a heap of fun – but for all the good it`ll do, too! Round up your family, friends and horse and sign on for this World Record Ride. If we break the record, you`ll not only have done your part to help raise thousands of dollars for deserving horses - All proceeds from this event go directly to Equine Charities - And you will be part of a Guinness World Record! HECK...LETS MAKE IT THE LARGEST ONE DAY GATHERING OF HORSE AND RIDERS IN HISTORY!

So go to www.actha.us for details and to sign on!

Gitty Up!

Dutch Henry

Peters Creek Farm Thanks Our Generous Sponsors

in Making This Ride An Event To Remember!

Boss Brothers Country Store & Purina Mills (Loganville, GA)

Chick-fil-A (Monroe, GA)

Dover Saddlery (Awards to be Announced)

First Draught Farm (Dacula & Social Circle, GA)

Georgia Ladies Aside (Atlanta & Canton, GA)

Lou`s Soda Fountain & Grille (Social Circle, GA)

Molly`s Custom Silver (California)

The Blue Willow (Social Circle, GA)

The Pampered Pony (Campton, GA)

The Settlement at Thomas Divide (Bryson City, NC)

Tiffany Alley Certified Reporters (Atlanta, GA)

The Stockmarket (Conyers, GA)

Agenda:

Check-in: Saturday, Primative Camping Overnight by 7 pm

Sunday, No Later than Noon

Lunch 11:30 - 1:30 pm

Demonstration: 12:45 pm ~ Stephanie Hutcherson, President of Georgia Ladies Aside

Rider`s briefing: 1:30 pm

Ride out: 2:00 pm

Trail time: 2-3 Hours

Awards: Following Ride Completion

Photographer:

J. Ann Brodland (Yellowstone National Park, WY) has served the international equine community by pairing journalism with art in her trademark-style of image capture. This former magazine editor`s work now appears in major publications, as well as in her very popular equine calendars. Portraits and trail photos will be available for purchase. Proof sheets for the riders will be available for review on the day of the ride.

Ride Information:

Entries limited to first 100.

Ribbons for Open, Pleasure & Junior Divisions (1st - 6th place)

$1200 in ACTHA Bucks & ACTHA Sponsor Prizes at Every Ride

We`re putting some South in Your Mouth with the help of Frank of the Pit Stop, on Rt. 11 in Social Circle. . . .

BBQ Pulled Pork w/Bread

Brunswick Stew

Baked Beans

Slaw & Potato Salad

Beverage

He`ll also be cooking up some chicken wings on the side. . .

Additional Requirements:

1. Must Have Ready At the Gate: Proof of Negative Coggins w/in Past 12 months.

2. All Horses Must Be Free From Apparent Contagious Disease Including, But Not Limited To: Ringworm, Pinkeye, Warts, Mange, Sore Mouth, Respiratory or Hoof Infection .

3. PCF Waiver of Liability Must Be Signed by All Persons on the Premises - Whether Riding or Not. See: http://peterscreekfarm.com/eventregistration.aspx to Print This Required Waiver of Liability to Provide at the Gate Upon Entrance. Rider must sign ACTHA`s Waiver of Liability as well.

Contests & Prizes:

First To Sign Up For Ride in Each Division:

Thru ACTHA: "Beat `em to the Barn Award" by Farrier`s Formula

Sign Up For a Ride 20 or More Days Before the Ride: (By May 24th)

Thru ACTHA: 40% off Cavallo Horse & Rider`s On Line Store For a Limited Time - No Spending Limit (Free Shipping $100+ Based on Original Value of Item)

Early Bird Awards: Available in Your "My ACTHA Bucks" Link in Your User Menu [Redeemable Once You Have Attended the Ride & Ride Results are Posted On Line]

Open Division Winner Will Receive:

Thru ACTHA: The Get Smart Award, Sponsored by Monty Roberts & His Equus Online University

Thru PCF: Molly`s Custom Silver Commemorative Buckle, Sponsored by The Stockmarket Country Store

Thru PCF: Chick-Fil-A Sponsor Award

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Thru PCF: 1st thru 6th Place Winners Will Receive 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: 1st thru 6th Place Winners Will Receive A Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Pleasure Division Winner Will Receive:

Thru ACTHA: Pinchless Bit Donated by Robart Bits

Thru PCF: Molly`s Custom Silver Commemorative Buckle, Sponsored by The Stockmarket Country Store

Thru PCF: Chick-Fil-A Sponsor Award

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Thru PCF: 1st thru 6th Place Winners Will Receive 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: 1st thru 6th Place Winners Will Receive A Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Junior Division Winner Will Receive:

Thru PCF: Molly`s Custom Silver Commemorative Buckle, Sponsored by The Stockmarket Country Store

Thru PCF: Chick-fil-A Sponsor Award

Thru PCF: Book: "Who Ever Heard of a Horse In The House?" By Jacqueline Tresl~<>~

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Thru PCF: 1st thru 3rd Place Winners Will Receive 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: 1st thru 6th Place Winners Will Receive A Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Additional Contests & Prizes:

$20 Jackpot for Open Division at Check-In - Optional Participation - 100% Payout

Open * Pleasure * Junior Divisions

See the FAQ page for questions regarding the divisions

Best Dressed:

Thru ACTHA: Molly`s Custom Silver Commemorative Buckle, Sponsored by Molly`s Custom Silver

Thru PCF: Chick-fil-A Award

Thru PCF: 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Best Groomed:

Thru ACTHA: eZall`s 32 oz Total Body Wash (if not already won in 2010 by same person)

Thru ACTHA: eZall`s New Shine & Detangler

Thru PCF: Chick-fil-A Award

Thru PCF: 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Senior Rider:

Thru PCF: Chick-fil-A Award

Thru PCF: 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: Lou`s Gift Certificate Sponsored by Lou`s Soda Fountain & Grille

Thru PCF: Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Wherever I May Roam Award: Longest Miles Traveled to Attend

Thru PCF: Chick-fil-A Award

Thru PCF: 1 Bag Purina Strategy Feed, Sponsored by Purina Mills & Boss Brothers Country Store

Thru PCF: Discount Coupon from Molly`s Custom Silver

Thru PCF: The Blue Willow Inn Cookbook from The Blue Willow Inn

But Wait! There`s More! . . .

Each Participant Will Receive

From ACTHA Sponsor: 50% Off + Free Shipping - Cavallo

From PCF Sponsor: Chick-fil-A Free Sandwich Coupon

From ACTHA Sponsor: 25% Off Coupon on any one Downunder Horsemanship DVD

From ACTHA Sponsor: Every Rider & Volunteer Receives a Free One-Year Subscription to Trail TownUSA (Retail Value of $60) www.TrailTownUSA.com

Fees Payable Online:

• CTC Entry Fee

$58 for Open & Pleasure Division

$43 for Junior Division

$40 for Adult Buddy

$35 for Junior Buddy

• New Membership Fee (You must be an ACTHA member to participate in this ride)

$25 individual

$40 family of 2

$75 family of 4

$10 Each Additional Horse

$10 Each Additional Rider

Fees Collected At Check-In:

Cash or Personal Check Only - No Credit Card Payments Accepted

Number "Rental": All Rider Numbers $1.00 - $1 Refund When Turned Back In

Stall Rental: All Stalls Must Be Cleaned Before Departure - $10 Refund Upon Verification

Bedding provided by PCF; Rider Must Provide Buckets, Hay, Grain & Muck Their Own Stall

Stalls: $35 (cleaning deposit $10) per horse/night (10 x 12) 15 Stalls Available as of May 12, 2010

Stalls: $45 (cleaning deposit $10) per horse/night (12 x 21) 2 Stalls Available as of May 12, 2010

Accommodations: Saturday & Sunday

Peters Creek Farm

Primative Self-Contained Camping Only

$15 (Includes Trailers, Campers, Tents, Etc.) per day, Saturday Sunday - No Stall

Camping + Regular Stall: $35 per day (+$10 Cleaning Deposit) $10 refund upon verification of clean

Hard Labor Creek State Park (3 Miles Away/Adjacent to Farm):

Campsites with electricity/water hook ups available

20 Cottages that sleep up to 8 (includes amenities + linen -- just bring paper products)

Reservations: 800-864-7275

As of April 28th: 3 Cottages Left Available

Rutledge Inn Bed & Breakfast (5 Miles Away):

Ask Pierre & Dina for the preferred Peters Creek Farm rate!

Chain Motels - Covington, GA & Chain Motels - Madison, GA

Negotiated Lower Rate: Super 8 - Covington $42 + tax 2-Queen or 1-King

Call Janet: 2-10 pm (770) 786-5800 Discount Code: "Peters Creek Farm" or "PCF"

WARNING:

OCGA Section 4-12-1 (1994) Under Georgia law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities, pursuant to Chapter 12 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.