The Wyoming State Winter Fair Horse Show has grown in popularity. Awards, ribbons and prize money for all classes will keep the contest competitive and fun.
This is a great show for youth and adults who are just learning the ropes of horse showing. Over 40 classes are offered at this event so everyone should be able to find a spot to enter their favorite horse or rider.
Besides halter and showmanship classes, the competition has riding classes in both Western and English disciplines, and Reining and other traditional classes.
Following the show classes, the Horse Show features Barrel Racing and Pole Bending with youth and adult classes.
| Horse Show | Times |
|---|---|
| Registration | 7:30 am |
| Show Start | 9:00 am |
| Poles and Barrels | 2:00 pm (est.) |
1. Junior Paint Mares
2. Senior Paint Mares
3. Junior Paint Gelding
4. Senior Paint Geldings
5. Junior Quarter Horse Mares
6. Senior Quarter Horse Mares
7. Junior Quarter Horse Geldings
8. Senior Quarter Horse Geldings
9. Junior Any Other Breed Mares
10. Senior Any Other Breed Mares
11. Junior Any Other Breed Geldings
12. Senior Any Other Breed Geldings
13. All Age Pony Mares
14. All Age Pony Geldings
15. Junior Showmanship (13 and under)
16. Senior Showmanship (14 to 18)
17. Adult Showmanship (19 and over)
18. Lead Lines ~ 8 and under (can not show in any other class)
19. Walk Trot ~ 8 and under (can not show in any other class)
20. English Pleasure (13 and under)
21. English Pleasure (14 to 18)
22. English Pleasure (19 and over)
23. English Equitation (13 and under)
24. English Equitation (14 to 18)
25. English Equitation (19 and over)
26. Western Pleasure (13 and under)
27. Western Pleasure (14 to 18)
28. Western Pleasure (19 and over)
29. Western Equitation (13 and under)
30. Western Equitation (14 to 18)
31. Western Equitation (19 and over)
32. Reining (14 to 18)
33. Reining (19 and over)
34. Poles (18 and Under)
35. Poles (19 and over)
36. Barrels (18 and Under)
37. Barrels (19 and over)
WYOMING STATE WINTER FAIR HORSE SHOW
HALTER, SHOWMANSHIP, PERFORMANCE,
POLES & BARRELS
LOTRA Arena, Rodeo Grounds, Lander, WY
SCHEDULE
7:30 AM ~ Registration
9:00 am ~ Show Start
2:00 pm ~ Estimated Start Time for Poles and Barrels
The hat rule will be waived for speed events. Lost hats may incur a fine.
Veterinarian contact information will be posted. Contestants/horse owners will be responsible for contacting a veterinarian and for any charges incurred.
RULES
1. Fremont County Fair horse showing standards will be used.
2. Entry fee must accompany entry form.
3. Payout percentages per class: 1st ~ 40%, 2nd ~ 25%, 3rd ~ 15%, 4th ~ 10%.
4. Plaques will be awarded to Grand Champion in halter classes. Rosettes will be awarded for reserve in all classes and champion in non-halter class showmanship.
5. High point showman in each division will be calculated for those contestants competing in and placing 1st through 6th in more than 3 classes.
6. Horses will be divided into two (2) age divisions: Junior ~ ages three and under and Senior ~ Age four and older. Age as of January 1 of the horse show year will be used.
7. Stallions 2 years old and younger can be shown in the junior gelding classes. Stallions, if ridden by an experience adult, may compete in the performance classes.
8. Contestants will be divided into 4 age divisions. Age as of January 1 of the horse show year will be used.
9. Participants competing in Lead Line and Walk-Trot class MAY NOT compete in any other riding class. Either English or Western Tack and attire are acceptable in the Lead Line and Walk–Trot classes.
10. Pattern and rail work may be required in the equitation classes.
11. Reining patters will be posted at the show office. The judge may select 4-H patterns for the younger age divisions.
12. NO stalls are available inside the arena.
13. Horses may only be brought into the arena one class ahead of the class for which they are entered. Horses may not be tied within the arena. Owners must remain with their horses.
14. If you need electricity, you must bring your generator.
15. Absolutely no dogs allowed at the horse show.
16. Children must be supervised at all times.
17. Disruptive horses will be dismissed from the arena at the discretion of the judge or show superintendant.
18. Participants must show proof of ownership on their animals at the time of entry to the show.
19. All animals must be in good health and the carcass free of drugs and chemicals. Any drug residue or physical alteration of animal may cause exhibitor to forfeit all premiums and to be banned from future Wyoming State Winter Fair shows at the discretion of the Winter Fair Board.
20. Dress code: ALLOWED: long sleeve shirt, western hat, and boots. Helmets are welcome. NOT ALLOWED: sleeveless shirts, t-shirts, tank tops, halter tops, shorts or sandals. No stomach showing. You will be asked to leave the show ring if you do not adhere to the dress code.
21. Participants will not be allowed to abuse, strike, kick, hit, or slap any animal.
22. INDEMNIFICATION AND RELEASE: Participant shall indemnify and hold harmless the Winter Fair Board for any and all actions of participant. The participant by signing this agreement hereby releases, waives and discharges, and covenants not to sue Wyoming State Winter Fair, Inc., its board members, all event sponsors, the owner of the premises, and each of their agents, directors, officers, employees, attorneys, insurers, servants, agents, predecessors, successors and representatives (referred to herein as Winter Fair Organizers) from any and all liability to the participants, his/her agents, assigns, heirs and next of kin for any and all loss or damage, and any claims and demands of every kind and nature, for damages actual and consequential, past, present and future, arising out of or in any way related to the Winter Fair, including but not limited to any claims of personal injury or death from the Winter Fair or loss of personal property by theft or otherwise, any publicity relating to the Winter Fair, and any prizes awarded whether caused by the negligence of the Winter Fair Organizers or otherwise.
23. The decision of the Winter Fair Board is final in any disagreement between participants or in the decision to remove any participant or their agent for performing any act or practice which, in the opinion of the Fair Board, is objectionable.
24. All matters not covered by these conditions are subject to the decision of the Fair Board. Any modifications of this agreement must be made in writing by the Fair Board.