Glendale Equestrian Club Trail Ride Rules
1. Each ride will have a designated Trail Boss and one or more drag riders. These persons are responsible for everyone's safety and enjoyment on the ride. Stay with the group, behind the leader, and in front of the drag rider(s). The Trail Boss must stop the ride if a rider needs to dismount and he WILL NOT restart the ride until all riders are remounted.
2. Proper equipment should be used on all trail rides for the safety of the horse and rider. Also on all rides that keep the club on the trail past 12:00 noon all riders should bring a trail lunch.
3. Stay on the trail. Do not cut corners. When the trail permits, side by side riding will provide an opportunity for conversation. Do not speed past or up behind another horse, and never pass in dangerous terrain. When necessary to pass the horse in front of you, call out your intentions.
4. Warn others of hazards on the trail. When stopping on the trail, stop clear of other horses and advise the trail boss and other riders why you need to stop. Do not stop on inclines or declines, or in thick cholla. The Trail Boss will stop the ride until all riders are remounted and ready to go.
5. ANY HORSE WILL KICK. A red ribbon tied to a horse's tail lets others know it is a known kicker. Maintain a safe distance between horses. Stay at least one horse length between your horse and the horse in front, 2 - 3 horse lengths on hills.
6. NO -- stallions will be allowed on any ride.
7. NO -- animals are to be ponied on any ride, this includes but is not limited to horses, ponies, mules, donkeys or burros.
8. NO -- alcohol of any kind are allowed on the trail.
9. NO -- firearms are to be carried on the trail, except for law enforcement personnel and those persons authorized by the Trail Boss or Ride Master.
10. NO -- littering of any kind. When possible all riders should see the that the trail is left cleaner than it wes before the ride.
11. Forest Service Rules will apply on all rides concerning "SMOKING".
12. Due to the club's liability exposure, only GEC members in good standing are allowed on club rides. However, we welcome and encourage guests. A one day trial "club membership" is available for a nominal fee, currently five dollars ($5.00), to accommodate invited guests and prospective members. All riders MUST have a signed Glendale Equestrian Club Liability Form on file with the Club Secretary or Ride Master. Each Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
12a. 1. Members in good standing (dues current) are the only ones that are
allow to ride and/or eat for free.
2. Members that bring a guest on a ride are responsible for
their $5.00 Ride Fee, $5.00 Meal Fee and the $5.00 Poker Fee. Fees
are to be paid to the Sergeant at Arms or the ride leader. A guest is
anyone that does not pay dues.
3. Club guest, riders that are not sponsored by a member, that decide to
ride with us after they have heard about us via; The Bridle and Bit
articles, a website viewing, or a word of month referral, they too
must be treated as a guest and the Club’s Sergeant at Arms will be
responsible for collecting the fees as described in paragraph #2.
13. Rides will be graded on a one to five basis to let the riders be prepared for safer trail riding and to determine if they or their horse is qualified. Each trail boss shall grade the ride and let the secretary know prior to sending out the newsletter.
The Glendale Equestrian Club, GEC Riders reserve the right change the "Glendale Equestrian Club Trail Ride Rules" at any time, in any way, without notice. Last revised and posted March 2009, please check our web site, www.GECRiders.com, for the latest revisions.
This is an agreement between the Undersigned (or minor in my charge) and Glendale Equestrian Club (GEC) (the Club).
I, (hereinafter the "Undersigned") on behalf of ________________________________________ myself, my spouse, my personal representatives, my heirs, my next of kin and any assigns HEREBY:
1. Acknowledge that horseback riding is a dangerous activity and involves RISKS that may cause SERIOUS INJURY AND IN SOME CASES DEATH, because of the unpredictable nature and irrational behavior of horses, regardless of their training and past performance.
2. Knowing these facts and in consideration of your acceptance of this form, I voluntarily assume the risk and danger of injury or death inherent in horseback riding activities. I hereby RELEASE, DISCHARGE AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the Club, doing business under its own name or any other name and/or any of its owners, officers, members employees, agents, sponsors and sanctioning organizations (hereinafter the "Releases"), for any loss, liability, damage, or cost whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury (including death) to my person or property.
3. Release the Releases from any claim that such Releases are or may be negligent in connection with my riding experience or ability including but not limited to training or selecting horses, maintenance, care, fit or adjustment of saddles or bridles, instruction on riding skills or supervising riding activities.
4. INDEMNIFY, AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS the Club and its owners, officers, members, employees, agents, sponsors and sanctioning organizations (the "Releases"), from and against any loss, liability, damage or cost they may incur arising out of or in any way connected with any event, my use of a horse and any equipment or gear provided therewith or any acts or omissions of employees or agents.
5. Agree to abide by and follow any instructions given or rules established by the Club or any of its employees, agents or volunteers with regard to my participation in any event, use of a horse or any equipment or gear provided therewith.
6. The Undersigned expressly agrees that the foregoing release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement is governed by the State of Arizona and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by Arizona law, and that in the event any portion of this Agreement is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality and enforceability of the balance of the Agreement shall not be affected or impaired in an way and shall continue in full legal force and effect.
7. Acknowledge that this document is a contract and agree that if a lawsuit is filed against the Club or its owners, officers, members, employees, agents, sponsors and sanctioning organizations (the "Releases"), for any injury or damage in breach of this contract, the Undersigned will pay all attorney's fees and costs incurred by the Club or its owners, officers, members, employees, agents, sponsors and sanctioning organizations (the "Releases"), in defending such an action.
I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT. I UNDERSTAND IT IS A PROMISE NOT TO SUE AND A RELEASE AND INDEMNITY FOR ALL CLAIMS.
Signature ______________________________________________ Date _____________________
PARENT / GUARDIAN WAIVER - FOR MINOR
If the person who is to enter into this agreement (referred to as the "Undersigned" above) is under eighteen (18) years of age, his/her parent or guardian must read and sign the following:
I,_______________________________________________________, acting as parent, natural guardian or legal guardian of (hereinafter "the "minor") hereby affirms that he/she had read the Agreement, understands the Agreement and understands that the Agreement is a release of all claims for injury, death and property damage, and understands and consents to the terms on behalf of him/herself and on behalf of the minor, and agrees to indemnify and save and hold harmless the Releases from any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may incur because of any defect in or lack of capacity to act on behalf of minor in executing this Agreement.
Parent/Guardian Signature _______________________________ Date ______________________
WHO WE ARE
The Glendale Equestrian Club (GEC Riders) is an Arizona Saddle Club located in the "Valley of the Sun". We trail ride southwest Arizona and our membership is open to all horse lovers. We currently have members from Glendale, Phoenix, Surprise, Sun City, Mayer, Waddell, Peoria, Buckeye, Wittmann and New River. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant, 5161 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ at 6:30 PM to plan our rides and conduct club business. Interested persons should feel free to attend one of our meetings. Anyone needing addition information can call Dave Yingst Phone 623-824-5267 or Debbie Blankenship Phone 602-703-2417.
Currently our Membership Dues are $25.00 for individuals and $35.00 for a family. Please visit our Web Site for more information.
Glendale Equestrian Club Riders www.GECRiders.com or www.gecriders.com
Dave Yingst, President
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Glendale Equestrian Club
GEC Riders
www.gecriders.com
Membership/Information Form
Name ____________________________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________________
City ________________________________________, AZ Zip _______________________
Phone _______________________________ Cell _________________________________
Email_____________________________________________________________________
Do you own a horse/s ? ______________________________________________________
What type of riding are you interested in? ________________________________________
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Mail completed Membership Form and Liability Release with your membership due to:
Glendale Equestrian Club
Attn: Diana Fichtner
7938 N 181st Ave
Waddell, AZ 85355
Be sure you read and sign the back of this form.
