Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge

Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge
July 10- 12, 2010
3:00 pm daily
Pengrowth Saddledome

The Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge is a multi-faceted equestrian sporting event that showcases both horse and rider as they maneuver through a series of obstacles demonstrating both their amazing horsemanship skills and incredible speed.
*Sanctioned by the Craig Cameron Extreme Cowboy Association

Event Dates and Location

Event Dates:: July 10–12, 2010
Move in Date:: July 7, 2010 12:00 PM
Release Date:: July 12, 2010 9:00 PM
Entry Closing Date:: June 4, 2010 4:00 PM
Location:: Saddledome

INFORMATION UPDATED: July 2, 2010

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, 2010
Competitors Move In

THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010
Competitors Move In

FRIDAY, JULY 9, 2010
10:00 am - Competitors must be in
11:00 am - Arena Tour - with horses - Saddledome
4:00 pm - Competitors Meeting - Saddledome

SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2010
3:00 pm - 1st Go Round of Competition

SUNDAY, JULY 11, 2010

3:00 pm - 2nd Go Round of Competition

MONDAY, JULY 12, 2010

3:00 pm - Final Go Round of Competition

All competition times are tentative and subject to change; any changes will be posted to this website.

The Cowboy Up Challenge is limited to a maximum of 20 riders (must be 18 years or older); all horse and rider teams will compete against each other there will be no divisions based on gender or age.

Interested participants may apply by downloading the entry form located at the bottom on this webpage and faxing it to 403.262.3067 or to receive an application by fax or mail please call 403.261.0127.

It is strongly encouraged that a short DVD of you and your horse working together accompany your application to assist us in evaluating your horsemanship skills and your horse's ability. DVDs will not be returned.

Entry & Marketing Fees + View Details

Entry Fees:

ENTRY DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 4, 2010

Entry fee is $400 per entry (non refundable once entry has been accepted).

*Participants that have been selected will be notified by phone by June 14, 2010.

*Subject to approval from Show Management riders may enter and ride more than one horse, a seperate entry form is required for each horse. Horses of all breeds are eligible to compete. Mules are also eligible.

*All exhibitors must be members of the EXCA, or purchase an event membership at a cost of $30.00.

Prize Money & Awards + View Details

Total prize money to be paid out is $14,000.

In addition to the prize payout, the Champion and Reserve Champion will receive trophy buckles.

Top 10 competitors from the two go rounds plus two wild cards will advance to the sudden death Finals.

Winner of the Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge will receive an invitation to the Extreme Cowboy Association World Finals in November.

Prize Money will be mailed to exhibitors following the show.

All prize money will be paid in Canadian Dollars.

Non-residents of Canada will be subject to a 15% withholding tax on all prize monies awarded as required by Revenue Canada.

Non-residents of Canada may have the 15% withholding tax waived if they complete the following documents prior to competing.

Should a prize be found to have been obtained or awarded in error on the part of the judges, clerk, or director in charge, or by false evidence or misrepresentation, or a violation of any of the rules and conditions, the money will be withheld, or if paid in error, same must be refunded.

Rules and Regulations + View Details

Regulations:

1. Special attention is called to the following:

General Rules
Health Regulations
IAFE code of ethics
2. Order for the first and second gos will be decided by an electronic draw. The order of go for the Finals will be reverse placings starting with the wildcards. All ties will be resolved in accordance with the EXCA rules.
3. Each contestant must complete the entire course within a specified amount of time (to be determined based on final course design). Any obstacle not completed within the maximum course time allowed will receive an obstacle score of zero plus a thirty second time penatly.
4. The crowds and production elements (music, lights, etc.) at the event are considered to be part of the course, and each competitor acknowledges that they may be a distraction to his/her horse.
5. Any competitor who falls off of his/her horse will be disqualified from the round and will receive a score of 0.The rider will not be permitted to remount and will be excused from the arena.
6. Western tack must be used; Mechanical hackamores and tie downs will not be permitted. Horses are permitted to wear protective leg wraps, boots or other leg gear.
7. Proper Western attire must be worn during the competition including cowboy hat, cowboy boots, long sleeve button up shirts and denim jeans.
8. Awards will be presented at the end of the competition on Monday, July 12, 2010.
9. All prize monies will be mailed to the owner of the horses entered and paid in Canadian funds.
10. This competition is open to horses of any breed registry and non-registered/grade horses. Mules are also eligible.
11. Competitor information packages will be available for pick up from the Agriculture office after noon July 5 or can be picked up on arrival on July 9 at the Sunshine entrance gate to the show grounds. For alternative pick-up or delivery arrangements please call (403) 261-0127.
12. There will be zero tolerance of any inhumane treatment of horses while in the show arena or on the show grounds. Any such action will be cause for disqualification and the forfeiture of all entry fees and any prize money. Inhumane treatment includes, but is not limited to, excessive jerking, pulling, kicking, slapping or whipping.
13. If entry is cancelled, all fees will be forfeited. Substitutions will be allowed for the following reasons only:

In the case of a disabling injury to the horse, the contestant must furnish a certificate from a qualified Veterinarian declaring the horse disabled and unable to compete. Such certificate must be in the hands of the Show management prior to the start of the contest.
In the case of a disabling injury to the rider, or serious sickness or death in his/her family, Show Management must be advised in writing prior to the start of the contest.

If you require clarification or you have concerns about the previous information, please contact Agriculture Administration at (403) 261-0127.

Judging Criteria:

Judging system to be primarily based on the Extreme Cowboy Association judging system.

To view sample obstacles click here.

Judges & Show Officials:

Judges:

Doug Adams, Boerne, TX

Peter Fraser, High River, AB

General Information + View Details

The Agriculture Exhibitor Badge will be recognized as entry to Stampede Park at all walk through gates for the entire Calgary Stampede, July 9-18, 2010. The badge must be purchased on the entry form for a fee of $25.00 per person (GST included).

STALLING:

All competitors must stall onsite during the event.

**Please note there will be onsite fireworks in the vicinity of the Stampede Park stalling area.

*There is NO camping allowed onsite.

TRANSPORTATION OF ANIMALS:

HEALTH REGULATIONS

For information regarding transporting horses in Alberta please see:

Transporting Horse in Alberta

Alberta Livestock Transportation Documents

If you require clarification or you have concerns about the previous information, please contact Agriculture Administration at (403) 261-0127 or email tfoster@calgarystampede.com.

American Port of Entry - Sweetgrass, Montana (406) 335-2142 - www.cbp.gov
Canadian Port of Entry - Coutts, Alberta (403) 344-3808 - www.cbsa-afsc.gc.ca

Documents For complete information see Health Requirements.

*Please note all competitors from the United States will require a valid passport.

For information on Calgary please click here. For accommodation information for surrounding areas please click here. For campground information around Calgary please click here.

Committee + View Details

Advisory Members:

Les Burwash, Peter Fraser & Keith Stewart