the CDE at Shady Oaks
General Info.

Important Information for Competitors, Volunteers, Vendors, Everybody...

On this page:

SCHEDULE of ACTIVITIES

DIRECTIONS

MOTORIZED VEHICLES POLICY (IMPORTANT! - please read!)

PARKING - Competitors, Volunteers & Spectators

GOLF CART INFO.

ACCOMMODATIONS - Motels & Off-Site Camping

CAMPING

DOG POLICY (IMPORTANT! - please read)

FOOD & MEALS

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

This entire schedule is subject to change.
Check the Official Board located at the Competitors' Barn.

Awards will be presented after each class on Sunday

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DIRECTIONS

FROM THE BAY AREA:

Take 580 East from San Francisco, through Hayward, Pleasanton, Livermore, over the Altamont Pass (the group of hills between Livermore & Tracy covered with windmills).
Between Livermore & Tracy, 580 veers off to the right (toward Modesto) - do not veer to the right, STAY LEFT (or straight) - the highway turns into 205 and takes you on to Tracy.
After passing through Tracy, 205 merges onto 1-5 Northbound.
From that point it’s another 20-25 minutes into Stockton from Tracy.
Continue traveling North on 1-5 until you reach the Highway 12 Exit.
Go east towards Lodi.
Take the immediate left onto Thornton Road (frontage road past the Flying J).
The entrance to the CDE is approximately 1/2 mile down on the right. Watch for signs.

FROM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA:

Travel North on 1-5 until you reach the Highway 12 Exit (approx. 10 miles above Stockton).
Go east towards Lodi.
Take the immediate left onto Thornton Road (frontage road past the Flying J).
The entrance to the CDE is approximately 1/2 mile down on the right. Watch for signs.

FROM SACRAMENTO:

Travel I-5 South (toward Los Angeles).
Lodi is approximately 40- 45 minutes south of Sacramento.
As you approach Lodi, exit East on Highway 12 toward Lodi, going under freeway. 
Take the first left onto Thornton Road (frontage road past the Flying J).
The entrance to the CDE is approximately 1/2 mile down on the right. Watch for signs.

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MOTORIZED VEHICLES

Speed Limit:

5 MPH in the barn area
10 MPH on the paved road

Only licensed drivers may operate a motorized vehicle on the Shady Oaks property.
Unlicensed operators will result in competitor’s elimination.
See Golf Carts section below for more info.

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PARKING:

Competitors - Once you have arrived at the ranch, follow road to Competitors’ entrance - you'll be able to see the barns.

Volunteers & Spectators - Once on the ranch, parking will be on the left approx. 1/3 mile down in the pasture near the “Clubhouse.” There will be signs.

Volunteers - Proceed to the Volunteer tent by the Clubhouse on foot – simply exit the pedestrian gate on the east end, turn left towards all the obstacles, and then you will see the Volunteer tent. You will be briefed and then taken to your job assignment. If you are late, please wait at the pedestrian gate for the Trolley, which will be making rounds to deliver Volunteers to Dressage/Cones, Obstacle or Barn areas.

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GOLF CARTS:

Please note that no ATVs or unauthorized vehicles are allowed on course or in restricted areas.

Bikes and scooters are ok and are preferred.

This year, we have contracted with Golf Cars Unlimited to handle our competitor’s golf cart needs.

Sergio: (209) 847-2117 or (209) 595-4554 (cell).

If you are interested in using a cart throughout the event, please telephone our contact, Sergio, directly at (209) 847-2117 or on his cell at (209) 595-4554. Golf Cars Unlimited will deliver the carts to the event. The rental period will be September 15-18, 2011. All carts will be subject to the same rental period as they all will be delivered and picked up as a group. Carts will cost $75 per day for 4 person or flat bed carts. All rates include delivery and pick up. You will make your payment directly to Golf Cars Unlimited. There will only be gas carts available, as we do not have the facilities available to charge electric carts. Please make your reservations early, as there will be no “extra” carts available for people who do not make reservations. Contact Sergio with specific questions on the carts.

*IMPORTANT*
Per rule GR301.5.a: “Minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the state in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind, including, but not limited to golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles on the competition grounds of licensed competitions.” In addition, our insurance company prohibits us from allowing any person under the age of 18 to operate a golf cart or other motorized vehicle, regardless of whether or not they have a license. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent, guardian, and/or trainer from the competition grounds for the remainder of the competition. These rules apply regardless of permitted uses allowed by Golf Cars Unlimited. Please consult your rulebook for details on penalties for violation of this rule and other specific language relative to this matter.

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ACCOMMODATIONS – LODGING/ OFF-SITE CAMPING

Camping is available on site for competitors and volunteers only.
Please see CAMPING section for form and more info.

Microtel Inn & Suites
6428 W. Banner St., Lodi, CA 95242
Phone: 209-367-9700

Best Western I-5 Inn & Suites
6411 W. Banner St., Lodi, CA 95242
Phone: 209-367-3000

Flag City RV Resort (off-site camping)
6120 W Banner Rd, Lodi, CA 95242
Phone: 209-339-8300

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CAMPING

Camping is available on the grounds. Hookups & showers are available.

Please download the Camping & Meal Form (pdf) for details.

Volunteers - please download our Camping & Meal Form (pdf) to reserve your spot and/or meals.
(Volunteers camp free on days worked.)

Competitors - your camping & meals information is included in your entry packet.

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DOG POLICY

DOGS MUST BE ON LEASHES AT ALL TIMES!

Competitors:
$100 Fine for the first offense & a second occurrence results in elimination.

Spectators:
$100 Fine for the first offense & a second occurrence results in being asked to leave the property.

EVERYONE - PLEASE LEAVE BARKING DOGS AT HOME!
NO DOGS ALLOWED IN COMPETITORS’ BARN AT MEAL TIMES.

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FOOD & MEALS

Breakfast & Lunch will be available for purchase on the grounds.

Volunteers - Coffee, donuts & Lunch will be provided on days worked.

Dinners - please download our Camping & Meal Form (pdf) for dinner info.

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