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Fall Dressage Show & Vermont Foliage Getaway

October 3 - October 4
GMHA Grounds · 5491 South Road, S. Woodstock, VT 05071
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Shawn Tinkham Photography
Join us at GMHA for the fall foliage and two days of dressage action. This recognized show offers Intro through Grand Prix & Eventing tests all weekend. Musical Freestyle classes on Saturday.

Entries Open: August 24, 2026

Entries Close: September 14, 2026

Show Rating & Levels Offered

Rating/type:

USEF/USDF Level 2, Schooling/Opportunity, Musical Freestyles

Levels offered:

USDF Intro, USEF Training through Fourth Level, FEI (PSG, Intermediate, & Grand Prix), Para Dressage, Young/Developing Horse, Pony, Equitation, Eventing Dressage Tests

Missed the Deadline?

Post-entries may be accepted after entries close, if space permits, with an additional post-entry fee.

Reach out to Show Secretary, Erin Keehan to inquire at irishelk@outlook.com

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Fall Dressage Show & Vermont Foliage Getaway — Event Details

USEF/USDF #327862 Level 2 Competition

Join us for the GMHA Fall Dressage Show
during Vermont’s Beautiful Foliage Season!

Official Qualifying Competition for:

  • 2027 FEI North American Youth Championships
  • 2027 USEF Children Dressage National Championship
  • 2027 USEF Pony Rider Dressage National Championship
  • 2027 USEF Junior Dressage National Championship
  • 2027 USEF Young Rider Dressage National Championship
  • 2027 USEF Brentina Cup Dressage National Championship
  • 2027 USEF Intermediaire I Dressage National Championship
  • 2027 USEF Para Dressage National Championships
  • 2027 GAIG/USDF Regional Championship Qualifying Competition

Enter online or send complete paper entries to:

Erin Keehan, GMHA June Dressage Secretary

Email:  irishelk@outlook.com

130 Bruce St

Scotia, NY 12302

(518) 428-4386

General Schedule (times subject to change based on number of entries):

  • Saturday – Dressage rides, Intro, Training through Grand Prix, Eventing tests 8am – 5pm & Musical Freestyles starting around noon.
  • Sunday – Dressage rides, Intro, Training through Grand Prix, & Eventing tests 8am – 5pm.

Microchip Rule

Key Requirements & Details:
  • Effective Date: December 1, 2025. 
  • Applies To: All horses competing in USEF-licensed or endorsed shows, regardless of discipline, breed, or level (including Intro/Opportunity).
  • Chip Type: Must be a 15-digit, ISO 11784/11785 compliant chip.
  • Implantation: Done by a veterinarian (as per state laws) into the nuchal ligament in the neck, a quick process.
  • Owner Responsibility: You must report the 15-digit microchip number to US Equestrian (USEF) for your horse’s record.
  • Verification: Show will check that the chip number is on file with USEF before accepting entries. 

Awards Note:

GMHA will hold ribbons & prizes for one week if you have to leave before picking up your awards.  Awards/ribbons will not be mailed.  Please contact GMHA at (802) 457-1509 to make arrangements for pick up.

Event Hub

Enter & Register

Enter Online Here
Mail-in Entry Form (coming soon)
Download, print, complete entry form, & mail to Secretary.

Competitor Info & Documents

Prize List
For Prize List go to www.HorseShowOffice.com - click here.

Schedule & Logistics

Ride Schedule
Rider times available at www.HorseShowOffice.com - click here.

Stabling & On-site Services

Stabling Assignments

Volunteers Needed

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Horse Health Requirements

GMHA requires a negative Coggins and proof of current rabies and influenza vaccination for each horse that comes on the property.  Rabies titers are accepted within one year of event date and must accompany a note from your veterinarian explaining the reason why the vaccine could not be administered.

Please note that the State of Vermont requires a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection within 30 days or Exhibition Permit from the Vermont Agency of Agriculture’s Animal Health office for any horses entering the state. GMHA does not require these documents with entry, but the VT Agency of Agriculture may enforce these regulations at any time.

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Event Contacts

Show Manager

Jill Bogert

GMHA Staff
Dressage Manager, Volunteer Coordinator
(802) 457-1509
Jill@gmhainc.org
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Secretary

Erin Keehan

Event Secretary
(518) 428-4386
irishelk@outlook.com

Volunteers Needed!

Jump in and be part of the action—no experience needed! We’ll train you, feed you, and thank you with an appreciation gift. Learn about volunteering at GMHA.

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