- ELIGIBILITY
- SHOW REPORTS
- SHOW RATING SYSTEM
- AGE GROUPS
- GENERAL CLASS INFORMATION
- SPECIFIC CATEGORY DEFINITIONS
- SPECIAL NFPA AWARDS
- AWARD SPONSORS
- AWARD PRESENTATION
- POINT SECRETARY(S)
If you are an NFPA individual member or farm / family member showing a registered New Forest pony you can win NFPA points. Individual membership is $30.00 per year. Farm / Family membership is $50.00 per year and includes up to four individuals. Additional names may be added to Farm / Family membership at $5.00 per person. Only NFPA members or their ponies are eligible for points. (When a New Forest pony is owned by a member but exhibited by a non-member, points will be counted for the pony towards the annual High Point Pony Awards and, if applicable, the NFPA Hall Of Fame program).
ANNUAL DUES MUST BE PAID IN FULL AND THE NFPA SECRETARY NOTIFIED OF ANY ADDITIONS TO FARM / FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS PRIOR TO THE DATE OF THE EVENT FOR POINTS TO COUNT.
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All show reports (point sheets) must be fully completed and mailed to the show secretary within 21 days of the end of the event.
Each show report must be accompanied by a tear sheet of the list of classes from the prize list or program of the event. The following information must appear on the tear sheet: Name of event, date of event, location of the event, any ratings given the event (i.e. AHSA "A", or local rating system), and classes offered. NOTE: In the case of multiple day shows, only classes where the rider is claiming points need to be sent. Incomplete show reports will be returned.
In order to claim bonus points for rated shows, you must state the ratings on your points sheet and you must submit the cover or other page of the class list which clearly states the letter rating and recognizing organization(s). If you do not do so, you will receive only unrated points.
Points will be accumulated from January 1 to December 31 of that year. If a show opens before, or closes after, the point accumulation dates, but has at least one show day within the accumulation dates, the entire show counts. Example; A show runs December . 31 to January 3. The points earned at the entire show will be included in the year before High Points Awards.
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The point scoring chart below refers to AA-A rated and B-C rated shows where classes receive bonus points. This is to recognize more challenging competition with greater points. AA-A or B-C rated points may be claimed in the following competitions:
1. (AHSA) American Horse Show Association shows and (CEF) Canadian Equestrian Federation shows with division (s) rated A, B, C.
2. Shows recognized by the overall state (province) horse show organizations (i.e. multi-breed and multi-discipline, NOT a specialized organization such as "Hunter-Jumper" and with divisions rated in a format similar to AHSA (A, B, C, or AAA, AA, A).
3. Shows recognized by a regional (multi-state) horse show organization, as in 2. above, and with divisions rated similar to AHSA.
4. Breed shows recognized by the national breed organization and with divisions rated AA/A, B, C, or Gold Sanctioned, Silver Sanctioned etc.
5. United States Dressage Federation (USDF) or AHSA dressage shows. Since no letter ratings are used, Training Level will be considered as a B-C rated.
6. USCTA or AHSA horse trials or multi-day events which include dressage, cross-country and stadium jumping; also USCTA combined tests (events in which only two of the above phases are offered. Since no letter ratings are used all Levels will be considered a B-C rated.
7. Medal Classes are to be considered AA-A Rated.
If you have a question regarding whether an organization's rating system would qualify for the bonus points, send a copy of rating system to NFPA main office for clarification.
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Junior exhibitors must include their date of birth on each point sheet submitted. (18 years old and under as of January 1.)
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Classes will follow those defined in the AHSA or CEF rule book. Points from a class may count in one category only. (i.e. if you place in Hunter Equitation flat class, points will count either in the Hunter category of Equitation Junior category, not both.)
If the points are eligible in more than one category, it is up to the exhibitor to declare which category he/she wants the points counted in.
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#1 HUNTER PONY JUNIOR. Open to riders under 18 years of age. The words HUNTER, HUNTER SEAT or JUMPER must be contained in the class name for points to be counted in this category. Classes need not be restricted to ponies only. To be ridden at the
walk, trot and canter on the flat or over fences. Examples: Children's Hunter U/S, Low Hunter O/F.
#2 HUNTER PONY SENIOR. Open to riders 18 and older. The word HUNTER, HUNT SEAT or JUMPER must be contained in the class name for ponies to be counted in this category. Classes need not be restricted to ponies only. To be ridden at the
walk, trot and canter on the flat or over fences. examples: Open Working Hunter O/F, Pre-Green Hunter O/F, Open Hunt Seat Equitation, Schooling Hunter U/S.
#3 LEADLINE. Open to riders 8 years of age or under.
#4 ENGLISH PLEASURE/EQUITATION. Points will fall under this category if an English style saddle is used and the class is an English Pleasure class. Other types of classes that may be counted under this category are: Pleasure Hack, Pairs (if done under English Tack), Cross Country Pleasure and Bridle Path Hack. Points will fall under this category if the rider, not the pony, is judged in classes where EQUITATION is part of the class name. English or Western Tack.
#5 WESTERN PLEASURE/EQUITATION. Points will fall under this category if a Western or Stock style saddle is used and the class is a Western Pleasure class. Other types of classes that may be counted under this category are: Pleasure Hack, Pairs (if done under Western hack), and Bridle Path Hack. Points will fall under this category if the rider, not the pony, is judged in classes where EQUITATION is part of the class name. Western Tack.
#6 WALK/TROT JUNIOR. Classes limited to walk and trot. Riders may not cross enter into any classes requiring a canter AT THE SAME SHOW. Also included in this category are classes such as Country Pleasure.
#7 WALK/TROT ADULT. Classes limited to walk and trot. Riders must not cross enter into any classes requiring a canter AT THE SAME SHOW. Also included in this category are classes such as Country Pleasure defined as walk, and favorite gait), All Day Pleasure, Easy Rider, etc.
#8 TRAIL. Classes judged in the show ring where the pony and rider are asked to negotiate a series of obstacles. English or Western tack. Other events included in this category include: *Organized UNJUDGED TRAIL RIDES. 6 participation points are awarded for each ride completed. This type of trial ride must be an organized event, sponsored by a legitimate club or organization (4-H, State Trail Riders Assoc., Boy Scouts, etc.) not just a group of friends going for a ride. Some type of confirmatory document must be sent along with your o\points sheet such as a flyer advertising the event, press release from a local newspaper or newsletter, signature from 4-H or scout leader, etc.
*Placings in COMPETITIVE or ENDURANCE trail rides will receive A-Rated points in addition to the 6 participation points. For example: The 1st place winner in a competitive trail ride would earn 12 points plus 6 participation points for a total of 18 points. Again, a confirmatory document must accompany your point sheet (see UNJUDGED TRAIL RIDES above).
#9 GAMES/COSTUME. Any class considered as a "gaming type". This includes such classes as GYMKHANA, COMMAND, BARRELS, FLAGS, EGG & SPOON, WATER GLASS, SIT-A-BUCK and similar types of classes. COSTUME. Classes specifically call (or defined as) costume classes. Also, Parade Classes held in a show ring and judged according to AHSA or Paso Fino parade rules. (This does NOT include STREET PARADES or placing in street parades which are listed in category #23 EXHIBITION PONY).
#10 JUNIOR HANDLER. Open to exhibitors under 18 years of age.Pony to be shown in-hand (on the line). Included in this category are classes such as Model, Jr. Showmanship, Halter, 4-H Fitting & Showmanship, etc.
#11 SENIOR HANDLER. Open to exhibitors 18 years of age and older. Pony to be shown in-hand (on the line).
#12 DRESSAGE W/T & PRE-TRAINING LEVEL. W-T-C any dressage tests, dressage equitation or suitable to become a dressage pony class. Open to riders of any age. Classes limited to walk, trot, canter at the pre-training level.
#13 DRESSAGE TRAINING LEVEL. Any Training Level dressage tests, dressage equitation, or suitable to become dressage pony class. Open to riders of any age.
#14 DRESSAGE FIRST LEVEL. +* Any dressage tests, dressage equitation open to riders doing First Level and above. Please specify FIRST LEVEL, SECOND LEVEL, THIRD LEVEL, etc. on your point sheet. Awards will be added to accommodate each level.
#15 CROSS COUNTRY & HUNTER PACE. Any classes related to cross country under saddle. 6 points are given for participating in any cross country event. If you place in the event, also take points as given for an A-Rated show. For example, if you win 1st place, you would receive 6 points for participating and 12 points for placing 1st for a total of 18 points. Classes or events where horses and ponies negotiate a hunt field, trying to match the optimum time established for the course. Jumping optional. 2 phase will use B-C Rating. 3 Phase will use AA-Rating and Stadium jumping will use local ratings. Fox hunting may also be included in this category. 6 participation points will be awarded for every HUNTER PACE and FOX HUNT entered. If you place in the hunter pace, also take points as given for an A-Rated show. For example if you win 1st place, you would receive 6 points for participation and 12 points for 1st place for a total of 18 points. If you are riding in pairs or a trio with other NFPs, everyone in the group earns 6 participation points plus bonus points, if applicable. Some type of confirmatory document
must be sent in along with your points sheet such as a program flyer describing the event, a press release from a local paper or newsletter, signature and telephone number of an organizing official.
#16 OPEN JUMPING/STADIUM JUMPER. Points to be local unrated unless specified as rated show.
#17 PLEASURE DRIVING. To include classes such as Open Pleasure Driving, Reinsmanship, Country Driving and Drive & Ride.
#18 OBSTACLE DRIVING. Driven classes run against the clock. Examples: CONES, DOUBLE JEOPARDY,
#19. SIDE SADDLE. Open to anyone showing in specific side saddle classes or in open company.
#20 EXHIBITION NFP. This category encompasses events such as:
DEMONSTRATIONS - 6 points are given for participating in any event where you are promoting the enjoyment of the New Forest Pony breed by demonstrating your NFP in-hand, in harness or under saddle at equine exhibitions, county fairs, etc. If you are part of an event where the same demonstration is given more than once during the day, you may count each time you give the demonstration IF the audience changes. If you show more than one New Forest pony during the demonstration, points will count on each pony you exhibit. If, however, you show only one pony but change seats on that pony during the same demonstration time slot, you will only receive 6 points per demonstration.
STREET PARADES - 6 points are awarded for participating in any street parade (riding, driving or in-hand). Please note that parade classes, held in the show ring are NOT included in this category. (refer to category #12). If you are judged and placed in the parade, also use points as given for a B-C Rated show. For example, if you win 1st place, you would receive 6 points for participation, and 10 points for 1st place for a total of 16 points. If you are riding in a group with other NFPs everyone in the group earns 6 participation points plus bonus points, if applicable.
A photo is mandatory and must be sent in along with your point sheet when claiming points for street parades.
#21 PARTBRED NFP. Open to exhibitors showing partbred New Forest Ponies in any classes.
Note: Some type of confirmatory document must be sent in along with your point sheet such as a program or flyer describing the event, a press release from a local paper or newsletter, sig-nature and telephone number of an or-ganizing official when claiming points for all of the above events.Points will not be counted without appropriate documentation.
Points must be sent to representatives of your designated
countries. (USA+Canada)
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The following is a listing of special awards presented by the NFPA. This list may change from year to year. The NFPA reserves the right to retire trophies at its discretion, and also the right not to present any of the special awards if no pony or rider qualifies.
The Mary B. Wilson Memorial Trophy, to the New Forest Pony Best Of Breed Champion, United States NFP Annual Breed Division. (Perpetual).
The Mudeford Streak Memorial Trophy, to the New Forest Pony Best Of Breed Champion, Canadian NFP Annual Breed Division. (Perpetual).
Annual High Point Pony Award, presented to the New Forest Pony accumulating the most points during the year. Pony may be shown by more than one exhibitor.
Donated by Linda Kindle of Okjen Farm.
Annual High Point Exhibitor Award, presented to the NFPA member accumulating the most points during the year showing a registered New Forest Pony. Exhibitors may show more than one New Forest pony.
Versatility Award, to the most versatile representative of the breed for the year. Donated by Lu Guilbault of Log Cabin Farm.
New Forest Pony Hall Of Fame
Points earned by Registered NF ponies who are entered in this program accrue from year to year. An "Honorable Mention" Award is presented when a pony reaches 600 points and at 1000 points, a special "Pony of Excellence" Award will be presented. There is a one- time $5.00 registration fee to enter your pony in the Hall Of Fame Competition. To register, please indicate your pony's name and make checks payable to the NFPA,Inc. (in Canada, please send U.S. currency or international money orders only)and mail to : NFPA, P.O. Box 206, Pascoag, R.I.02859.
U.S. Dressage Federation All-Breeds Awards
Sponsored by the New Forest Pony Association, New Forest pony owners must be current members of both USDF and the NFPA.
Partbred ponies are eligible provided they have one purebred, registered New Forest pony parent. A copy of the pony's registration certificate(or that of the parent, in case of partbreds) must be submitted to the USDF prior to the end of the award year. The owner is responsible for submitting scores to the USDF. For information about USDF membership and ALL-Breeds Awards contact: Ms. Martha Worcester, Director of Information, USDF, Inc. P.O. Box 80668, Lincoln, NE 68501, (402) 474-7632 Fax: (402) 477-6621.
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Please help us to keep the Awards program alive and well. There is nothing more rewarding than to see the accomplishments of individuals and their ponies receiving a well deserved award.
If you would like to help the NFPA Awards Program, your patronage would be greatly appreciated! Awards may be sponsored for $15.00 each. Please indicate which award you would prefer to sponsor and, if that award is already sponsored,if it would be all right for us to choose another category for you which is unsponsored. Checks may be made payable to the NFPA Inc. Box 206, Pascoag,R.I. 02859.
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All awards (except the Mary Wilson Memorial Trophy, and the Mudeford Streak Memorial Trophy and USDF Breed Awards) will be presented at the NFPA Annual General Meeting & Awards Banquet. In the event there is not an Awards Banquet the Awards will be mailed to the winners.
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All points must be sent to the representative point secretary.
Point Secretary
Denice Sempre
1186 E Laurel Rd.
Bellingham, WA 98226
Email: denise.sempre@gmail.com
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