NARACOORTE HORSE TRIALS FUNDRAISER DERBY 2026
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Hallmark Farm
474 Western Branch Rd, Woodside, SA
SUNDAY 17th MAY 2026
Open to all EA, PC and NON EA and NON PC members you literally just need a horse and like doing XC!!
All the fun of eventing - without the stressage!!
Closing date: 8th May 2026
Entry fees
$50 per class
$20 per extra round
Classes 1 – 4 up to 2 additional rounds
Classes 5-8 1 additional round
$10 medical levy
$15 yard
Draw and times will be posted on nominate and emailed to all entrants.
Classes offered
1. Poles on the ground -15cm
Second round
Third round
2. 30-40cm
Second round
Third round
3. 65cm
Second round
Third round
4. 80cm
Second round
Third round
5. 95cm
Second round
6. 105cm
Second round
7. 110cm
Second round
8. 115cm
Second round
FAQ
Q. When can I enter?
A. Entries will open on nominate
Q. What is a XC Derby?
A. A cross country course with a few show jumps
Q. Can the rider be on a lead line or have someone walk/ run with them?
A. Yes in class 1 and 2 and we encourage it for any rider feeling like they would like to try but need someone to “just be there on the end of the rope” and even young horses if this is one of their first outings
Q. How many rounds can i enter?
A. Up to 3 rounds at each height up to 80cm
Up to 2 rounds of each height 95cm to 115cm
Q. Can i enter more then 1 height?
A. Yes you can. Enter your first round as normal then click on the second round at the higher level.
The training rounds are there for extra practice and run immediately after the competition round at each height.
So you can enter the same class in Div 1 (comp round) and Div 2 (training round)
If you decide for example to to enter class 1 twice and class 2 once you would enter
Division 1 and 2 of class 1
And
Division 1 of class 2
Prizes and points will only be awarded to division 1 of each class
Division 2 or 3 of each class is for your second or third round at that height for extra training only.
Q. How do i win?
A. With a clear round closest to the optimum time
Q. Can a wear a watch?
A. NO
Q. How many penalties for a rail down?
A. 4
Q. How many penalties for a stop on course?
A. 20 for a stop at either a Xc jump or a Sj
Q. What if i miss a jump or jump the jumps in the wrong order?
A. Sorry but elimination (but you will not be stopped you can keep going)
Q. What if a fall off?
A. Elimination and you will need to be seen by the medics before you head back to the float
Q. How many refusals on course can i have before i have to retire?
A. Classes up to and including 80cm unlimited but if you’re looking over faced and your horse isn’t coping you will be stopped by an official and have to retire. (horses welfare is priority)
Classes 95cm and up after your 4th refusal you will need to retire and jump a smaller jump before you walk home.
Q. What if i go over the optimum time?
A. You will receive 0.4 of a penalty for every second over optimum time
Q. What if i go under the optimum time?
A. You will receive 0.4 of a penalty for every second under optimum time
Q. How many show jumps are there on the course?
A. Anywhere from 1 - 3 depending on the class
Q. Do I need a body protector?
A. Yes you do
Q. Dose my helmet need to be tagged?
A. Yes
Q. This is my first time doing anything like this. What safety gear do i have to wear?
A. You must wear an approved (and tagged) helmet with the chin strap fastened at all times. And must conform with one of the current approved safety standard: helmet checking and tagging will be available on the day
- The current Australian standard (AS/NZS 3838 - helmets from 2006 onward, providing they are SAI Global marked).
- New Australian standard (ARB HS 2012 provided they are SAI Global marked).
- Current American standard (ASTM F1163 2004a or 04a onwards provided they are SEI marked).
- Current American standard (SNELL E2001).
- Current Britsh standard PAS 015 (1998 or 2011 provided they are BSI Kitemarked).
Interum European Standard (VG1 01.040: 2014-12 with or without BSI Kitemark).
Sounds hard to follow? Don’t worry you can easily find out the safety standard of your
helmet just by checking the tag on the inside (sometimes in can be hiding behind the liner!)
You will also require a body protector. Manufactured after 2009 to the EN13158:2009 standard or also know as BETA 3 standard. Is the new standard so if you plan on competing officially you will need this anyway.
Number holders: not a safety issue however you will require one so you can slip your number into it so we can Identify each rider on course. You can buy these from most saddlery stores (or borrow a friends!!)
Q. How do i get my number ? If i enter more then one class will I have different numbers?
A. Ok so once the draw is sent out you will be allocated a different number for each class or division you entered .
You will need to print out these numbers x 2 of each (for the front and back of your number holder) before you leave home on A4 paper (standard size)
** hot tip ** if you have never ridden multiple Xc classes before here’s a helpful tip.
Put all of your numbers in your number holder at the beginning of the day in the order of your ride times with the first horse number on top. As you complete each ride simply pull that top number out so the next one is ready to go.
More important notes
1. There will also be a loo near the catering area for any last min nerves
2. There will food
3. There will be a coffee van
4. There is a winery literally down the hill as well….. just saying ……
5. Music - of course
6. Plenty of cool viewing areas and you can see the whole course from one spot