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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Age Groups and Classes

How do the age groups work for Youth and Teen?
Answer: Youth is for riders 12 and under as of January 1. Teen is for riders 13 to 18 as of January 1.

What is the difference between Green as Grass (GAG) and Novice?
Answer:

Green as Grass (GAG): For riders with less than $1000 in barrel racing earnings on any horse or in any association. Riders graduate from GAG if they run within 1.5 seconds of the open winner that day. For GAG Poles, riders graduate when they run faster than 26.5 seconds.
Novice: For riders who have won over $1000 in any barrel class or were moved up from GAG due to speed. Riders graduate from Novice once they win $500 in the Novice class.

Adding/Changing Runs and Fees

Can I add a run to a class at the show?
Answer: Yes, you can add a run:

For Barrel classes: Before 8:30 AM on the day of the event.
For Pole, and others: Before the Pole classes start.

How can I add a class at the show?
Answer: Contact Angela Melvin at the show to add a class or make changes.

Why is there a $20 charge when I add or change a class?
Answer: This is an administrative fee. Adding or making changes affects the running order and payout, and the $20 fee covers the admin work required.

Why are the entry fees $22?
Answer: As per NBHA rules, $2 of all entry fees go toward the year-end finals and awards.

Why can't I do an e-transfer to add a class or for shavings?
Answer: This is to have a better way to track all transactions.

Should I tell anyone if I need to scratch a run?
Answer: Yes, please advise Angela Melvin.

Show Procedures and Responsibilities

How will I know when it's my time to run?
Answer: The announcer will announce the 5 riders that needs to be in the holding pen.

I have difficulty entering my horse in the ring. When does the 1-minute start?
Answer: We give 2 minutes for NBHA classes and 1 minute for others. The time starts when the announcer calls your name until the time you cross the timer.

What happens if I cross the timer before or after my official run?
Answer: Any additional crossing of the timer before or after your official run will result in a NT. Timers are not on the rail, so if you don't trip the timer, it’s not a NT.

What happens if I miss my run?

Answer: It is the rider's responsibility to know their position in the running order and what number is currently running. If you miss your run, you will receive a "no time."

Why is the running order different on Saturday and Sunday for all classes?
Answer: The running order is generated randomly and cannot be changed. The number of participants varies between Saturday and Sunday, giving everyone a chance to be in different positions in the order.

Can I set up the barrels or poles after the show to practice?
Answer: No, setting up barrels or poles after the show for practice is not allowed as it gives an unfair advantage to those who do it. Exhibition runs are available for practice purposes.

Parking and Arrival

What time can I arrive on Friday?
Answer: Any time after 2 PM.

I used to be able to choose my parking spot. Why can't I anymore?
Answer: The club is growing, and what worked for 50 horses and riders no longer works. Assigning parking spots helps us manage the increased number of participants more efficiently.

Stalls and Shavings

Do I need to clean my stall when I leave?
Answer:

Barn 5: Put the shavings with manure in the middle of the stall.
Barns 1, 2, 3 and 4: Put the shavings with manure in the middle of the alley.

What if I need more shavings during the show?
Answer: Contact Wendy Repischak. Shavings are $10, cash only.

Payments and Transfers

My bank account requires a password to accept your e-transfer. What is the password?
Answer: The password is NBHA.

Results and Information

When will the results be posted?

Answer: As per NBHA rules, we have 7 days to post the results after the show.

Where can I find the results for shows?

Answer: You can find the results on our NBHA NB webpage under the "Results" section.

I have a few questions. Where can I find the answers?

Answer: We have monthly newsletters posted on our website. You may find what you're looking for by reading them or on our FB page.

Miscellaneous

What is a carryover?
Answer: A carryover allows contestants to use their time from the Open class in another class (e.g., Senior, Youth, Teen, Over/Under, and GAG). Contestants wishing to carry over a time must declare their intent on the entry form and pay the applicable entry fee for both classes.

What is a sidepot?
Answer: A sidepot is a class where no one runs separately, but the time from the Open class is used for the sidepot. This adds an additional chance for the contestant to win a check against a smaller pool of competitors.

Do I need to volunteer during the season to be eligible for the year-end award?
Answer: Yes, NBHA NB requires volunteering. Other district members need to either volunteer or pay between $100 to $250 or find a sponsor for that amount to be eligible for the year-end award. We choose volunteering.

How many hours do I need to volunteer for?
Answer: There is no specific time requirement as it depends on the duration of each show. We expect everyone to help at every show, but we understand that not everyone can attend all shows and we may not need everyone at each show.

Year-End Awards and Banquet

When is the year-end banquet?
Answer: This year, we are having a "Barn Party" on the last Saturday of our show season, and the awards will be given then. This way, people from out of town or other provinces don't need to come back.

Do I have to be a member to get year-end awards?
Answer: Yes, you need to be a member and participate in at least 3, 1-day shows.