CASUAL RIDER FORM 2024

Rules and Regulations:

• Please limit smoking, vaping and consumption of alcohol in front of students and their families.

• Dogs are not permitted at any time, without prior permission from Steve or Jen.

• Tie up on the yard is limited and busy, so please tie up in the yard next to the arena. We recommend this instead of your float, in case your horse breaks free.

• Please take all rubbish and horse manure away with you.

• When entering the property, shut the gate before parking up. The road is extremely busy,  and this simple action limits risk for dogs, children, stock and drivers. 

• Helmets MUST be worn while riding at all times. No exceptions.  

• Children MUST be actively supervised at all times. There are numerous hazards such as  waterways and electric fences.

• All facilities are used at your own risk. 

• Damage caused by guests or their horse, with the exception of usual wear and tear, are to be reported immediately and the guest will be responsible for damage repair costs. This  may include but is not limited to significant fencing or gate damage, fire damage or arena  equipment damage. 

• No vehicles are permitted anywhere other than the driveway and must be driven at a safe  speed. 

• Do not ride in any paddocks that contain stock.

• If you open a gate that was shut, please shut it again immediately.

• Please pick up all poo, farrier trimmings and excess hay from yard area, car park area and arena before you leave.

• Guests must not turnout their horse to any paddock without permission  from the grazing manager.

Hazard Register 

Electric fences 

All paddock fencing over whole property.

Risk of electric shock. Assume fencing is on at all times. Do not touch fences and keep children away. 

Horses and stock 

Throughout property Risk of injury from horses kicking,  biting or trampling. Do not enter  

paddocks with stock in them unless you have permission.

Vehicles 

Driveway and car park Risk of being struck by vehicle. Check  driveway for oncoming vehicles. 5km max speed on driveway. Watch for children and pets.  

Trees 

Throughout property Risk of falling branches causing injury.  Keep clear of tall trees in strong  

winds.  

Farm vehicles 

Throughout property Tractor, slasher, lawnmower, horse  floats, vehicles turning in driveway. Note it’s hard to hear/see anyone when on the tractor or mower.

Agreement:

I understand that while riding at Belmont Farm as a guest that my horse is my own responsibility.

• I agree to be respectful of other riders, grazers, staff, students and guests at Belmont Farm.

• I will not hold Belmont Farm NZ Ltd responsible for any accident, injury or damage that I, my horse, vehicle and/or equipment may suffer whilst riding as a guest and I agree not to make any claim or action against the company.

• I agree to abide by the rules and regulations, and have read and understand the Hazard Register outlined above.

Submission of the form below indicates you agree to the above rules and have read through and understand them. We will receive a time-stamped record of your submission.