The season kicks off with the Spring Hunter Jumper Show. A full offering of Hunters, Equitation and Jumpers featuring the Hunter Derby on the European Geo-Textile footing!
Join us for a great weekend of hunter jumper competition featuring the Hunter Derbies. Start your season off by easing into a Hunter Derby in the Upwey Ring on European Geo-Textile footing!
2′ Spring Puddle Hunter Derby
2’6″ Hunter Derby
3′ Hunter Derby
Our regular offerings of hunter, jumper and equitation classes for all ages and abilities. This weekend is not to be missed!
Coming back for 2026:
Triple Crown GMHA Member Excellence Awards
All GMHA Adult Amateur and Junior Rider Members eligible to participate.
Judging based on performance, riding ability, horsemanship and sportsmanship to determine the GMHA Member Excellence Award winners
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.
Horses brought onto GMHA grounds must comply with health regulations established by the State of Vermont and enforced by the Vermont Agency of Agriculture. In addition, some competitions, clinics, or activities may be governed by external organizations and additional health requirements may apply. GMHA reserves the right to:
Take precautionary measures to prevent disease transmission
Restrict access to the grounds
Require veterinary documentation
Required Health Documentation
GMHA Requires:
Current Negative Coggins test (EIA)
Current Proof of rabies vaccination (titer results accepted with vet note)
Current Proof of Equine Influenza (flu) vaccination
The State of Vermont Requires:
A Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI), issued within 30 days by your veterinarian prior to entry into Vermont
GMHA does not require this document with entry, but the VT Agency of Agriculture and Transportation may enforce these regulations at any time.
👉 GMHA reserves the right to enforce all state health regulations to protect horses on the grounds.
Governing Body Requirements
Certain events or activities at GMHA may be held under the rules of recognized equestrian governing bodies, including but not limited to the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) or American Driving Society (ADS), among others.
When applicable:
Governing body requirements may be more restrictive than GMHA and State of Vermont minimums.
In addition to the requirements set forth by GMHA above, if competing at a sanctioned event at GMHA, please provide proof of the following within six (6) months of event dates:
Proof Equine Influenza Virus vaccination (Flu)
Proof of Equine Herpes Virus (Rhinopneumonitis)
Enforcement & Authority
The Vermont Agency of Agriculture may enforce these regulations at any time
GMHA reserves the right to request documentation, deny entry, or remove horses from the grounds if requirements are not met
Camping is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Plese reserve and enter early.
Due to Woodstock Town Ordinances, camping opportunities on the GMHA grounds are limited. We are allowed camping permits for just a few of our events each year, with a limited number of camping spaces.
Rules:
You must be a GMHA member to reserve a spot. Camping is free.
Camping in the parking lot is prohibited. You will be directed across the bridge or to the Upwey arena area upon check-in.
All campers must be a self-contained unit — NO TENTS.
No campfires or grills.
No water or electricity hook ups.
Running of generators is prohibited.
No dumping of gray water or sewage.
No littering.
No temporary paddocks or tying to trailers — horses must be stabled.
Awnings may only be set-up AFTER all trailers have been parked. Space is limited, it will be cozy!
No loud or disorderly conduct.
Not adhering to the above guidelines or breaking of GMHA Rules will prohibit individuals from future camping.
Juniors may not camp unaccompanied by an adult.
To sign up for camping, you MUST sign the release on your Entry Form.
