CRDA has a great year-end awards program for competitors.  Awards are given for the following divisions:

Intro Level (any test): Average of 3 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Training Level (any test): Average of 3 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
First Level (any test): Average of 3 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Second Level and Above: Average of 3 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Musical Freestyle: Average of 2 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Leadline: Average of 2 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR ONLY)
Above Leadline: Average of 2 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR ONLY)
USEA TOC: Average of 3 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Riders w/Disabilities: Average of 3 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Dressage Riders Test: Average of 2 highest scores at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN)
Vintage: 50 to 59 Years of age – 3 scores by 2 different judges, all scores used. (all divisions rated together).
Tower Hill Master: 60+ Years of age – 3 scores by 2 different judges, all scores used. (all divisions rated together).
Overall High Point: Average of all scores received at a minimum of 2 shows by 2 different judges (JR, AA, OPEN).

Competitors must meet the following criteria to receive a year-end award:
  • In each level, rider’s eligible scores are taken from any of the tests available at that level.
  • Rider must be a member of CRDA in good standing (dues paid prior to the show date) for scores to count.
  • Must have contributed at least 4 hours of volunteer time to CRDA during the year.  This work must be completed by the member themselves.    In the event a member is 10 year of age or under, a family member or friend may volunteer on their behalf. Notice that hours are being done for a child must be communicated upfront and prior to the start of volunteer hours.
  • All volunteer hours must be completed and submitted no later than the final show of the series. For 2017 that date is OCTOBER 1st. All volunteer hours after this date will be submitted for the 2018 season so plan accordingly.  Show volunteer's hours are tracked by Ellen Straus. For volunteer time at other events, please make sure to return a signed VOLUNTEER FORM to Ellen by October 1, 2017.
  • Horse/rider combination must compete in a minimum of 2 CRDA shows in the same division, with two different judges, during the current show year. The combination's top 3 scores from a minimum of 2 different shows will be used to determine divisional year-end placing.
  • Overall awards are an average of all scores during the current year; with a minimum of 3 scores from 2 CRDA shows with 2 different judges. Leadline, Above Leadline, Rider Tests and Musical Freestyle scores are not eligible for Overall award calculations.
  • Any person (junior or senior) who gives riding instruction, and/or receives compensation for riding or training, is considered a professional and, as such, is only eligible for Open classes.
  • (Great) Prizes for Champion and Reserve Champion.
  • Ribbons to be awarded to Champion through 6th place (if entries warrant).
  • Awards and other honors will be presented at the Annual Banquet.
  • Dressage Riders Test, Musical Freestyle, Prix Caprilli, Leadline Class and Above Leadline Class will be based on average of 2 highest scores.
  • Awards will be divided into Open, Junior and Adult Amateur. Riders are eligible as Juniors from the beginning of the calendar year until the end of the calendar year in which they reach the age of 18.
  • Masters Year End Award is sponsored by Tower Hill Farm.
  • Note: Riders 50 – 59 are eligible for the Vintage award, while those 60 and over are eligible for the Tower Hill Masters award. Riders are not eligible to win in both categories.