About The Venue

This event is being hosted by the Circle Cross Riding Club during the Thrivefest North event.

Camping can be reserved through Thrivefest North using the following link https://www.itickets.com/events/481610 

Each participant will receive a weekend pass to the ThriveFest North Christian Music Festival being held at the Stutsman County Fairgrounds at the same time as this competition. Follow this link to find out more: https://www.thrivefestnorth.org/

Event Details

Saturday

In Hand (IH) – a dismounted event in an arena/field, halter and lead rope preferred. All equines welcome – any size, breed, and age.

Obstacle Course (OC) – a mounted event in an arena/field. A saddle (treeless included) and headstall with reins are required. All riding disciplines are welcome.

The Terrain

The arena is sandy, loamy footing. The parking, walk ways and surrounding area are grass covered with a gravel road through the area.

Meals

Food vendors onsite.

Awards

Beautiful ribbons - 1st-6th place Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced! 1st-3rd place Junior (age 13-17), 1st-3rd place Youngin' (age 7-12), and 1st place Newcomer.

Lifetime Awards (Equine & Rider) - Sign up 2 weeks in advance to get your qualifying awards!

Equine Awards - Your equine will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden carrot charms as they progress through the levels. Equine points accumulate no matter who rides the equine. 

Rider Awards - You will earn a beautiful kilt pin adding copper, bronze, silver, and golden star charms as you progress through the levels. Rider Points accumulate no matter which equine is ridden. 

Additional Fees

Payment for ALL Amenities reserved at the time of online registration are due ON SITE and are NOT collected at the time of online registration.

Registering online will give you the best (early bird) pricing! There is a $10 increase per entry for onsite registration.