Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge

Calgary Stampede Cowboy Up Challenge
July 7- 9, 2012
3:00 pm daily
Scotiabank 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 7–9, 2012
Move in Date:: July 4, 2012 12:00 PM
Release Date:: July 9, 2012 9:00 PM
Entry Closing Date:: May 28, 2012 4:00 PM
Location:: Saddledome

INFORMATION UPDATED: February 23, 2012

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 2012
Competitors Move In

THURSDAY, JULY 5, 2012
Competitors Move In

FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2012
10:00 am - Competitors must be in
11:00 am - Arena Tour - with horses - Saddledome
12:30 pm - Competitors Meeting - Saddledome

SATURDAY, JULY 7, 2012
3:00 pm - 1st Go Round of Competition

SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2012
3:00 pm - 2nd Go Round of Competition

MONDAY, JULY 9, 2012
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 15 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 403.261.0495 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. The DVD should you and your horse working at speed, both on the rail and over obstacles. DVDs will not be returned.

Entry & Marketing Fees + View Details

Entry Fees:

ENTRY DEADLINE: Monday, May 28, 2012

Entry fee is $650 per entry (non refundable once entry has been accepted).

*Participants that have been selected will be notified by phone by June 8, 2012.

*Riders may only enter and ride one horse.

Horses of all breeds are eligible to compete. Mules and ponies are also eligible.

*All exhibitors must be a member of the EXCA .

Prize Money & Awards + View Details

Total prize money to be paid out is $20,000.

	1st Go	2nd Go	Finals
1	$1,000	$1,000	$7,000
2	$500	$500	$4,000
3			$2,400
4			$1,800
5			$1,200
6			$600

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

Top 9 competitors from the two go rounds plus one wild card 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.
1. 1. Canada Revenue Agency T1261E form
  2. Canada Revenue Agency Regulation 105 form
- Should a prize be found to have been obtained or awarded in error on the part of the judges, clerk, 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:

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 wildcard. All ties will be resolved in accordance with the EXCA rules.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Traditional western tack must be used. Mechanical hackamores, tie downs, martingales, cavessons, dropped nosebands, and any form of gag bit or slip bit will not be permitted. Horses are permitted to wear protective leg wraps, boots or other leg gear. It is acceptable to ride bareback or without a bridle.
6. Proper Western attire must be worn during the competition including cowboy hat (helmets also acceptable), cowboy boots, long sleeve button up shirts with collar and jeans.
7. Awards will be presented at the end of the competition on Monday, July 09, 2012.
8. All prize monies will be mailed to the owner of the horses entered and paid in Canadian funds.
9. This competition is open to horses of any breed registry and non-registered/grade horses. Mules and ponies are also eligible.
10. Competitor information packages will be available for pick up from the Agriculture office after noon July 3 or can be picked up on arrival on July 5 at the livestock competitor entrance to the show grounds. For alternative pick-up or delivery arrangements please call (403) 261-0127.
11. 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.
12. 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 based on the Extreme Cowboy Association judging system.

To view sample obstacles click here.

Judges & Show Officials:

Judges:

Peter Fraser, High River, AB
Doug Adams, Boerne, TX

Announcers:

Craig Cameron
Dave Kelly

General Information + View Details

Entry to Stampede Park is via the Nat Christie Gate off 25th Avenue SE.

An official accreditation pass will be needed by all those granted complimentary Park access for the 2012 Stampede and all future Stampedes. In addition to granting access to Stampede Park, the photo accreditation will indicate which restricted areas each person can enter based on individual requirements. Accreditation is year specific, and a new pass will be issued each year.
The Agriculture Accreditation pass gives you access to the Grandstand Rush areas for the Rodeo, Chuckwagons, and Evening Show. The pass must be purchased on the entry application for a fee of $30.00 (G.S.T. included). These badges are a privilege of the exhibitors, and will be limited. Exhibitors are responsible for lost or forgotten badges.

The Agriculture Exhibitor Badge will be recognized as entry to Stampede Park at all walk through gates for the entire Calgary Stampede, July 6-15, 2012.

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) 261-0313 or email bwarder@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-asfc.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 & Kim Hazlett