Happy Kamper Classic Show Rules and information 2024
Happy Kamper Classic Show Rules
Downloadable Show Packet PDF here
Happy Kamper Classic is a not-for-profit live model horse show. This year, all proceeds
will be going to Dubois County Humane Society. This show will be applying for NAN
Qualification. All classes will be judged for breed & collectibility or breed & workmanship
unless otherwise noted. Please note, this show is HALTER ONLY and does not have a
performance division.
Doors open at 7:00 am Eastern Time for set up. Show starts at 8:00 am Eastern Time.
Parking:
There is a large parking lot at the venue. Feel free to unload at the front entrance and then move
your vehicle to an available spot. Do not park in the Dairy Queen parking lot.
Entries:
Entries are sold at $80 per person for a full table, half tables will be sold at $50, and if you need
extra space, entrants may purchase 1 ½ tables for $120. Entrants my proxy show up to 20 horses
for a fee of $35. Entries will be accepted on a first come first served basis up to 40 full tables. If
there is more interest, a waiting list will be maintained in the event of a cancellation. Names will
be pulled from the waiting list in the order it was created. Each entrant may enter up to 3 models
in each class. Entrants may enter additional models for $1.00 per model. The $1.00 buy in should
be placed next to the model on the table. Models that are considered tippy may be placed on their
side on cloth/pony pouch in the ring. If this is chosen, please note this gives the judge permission
to pick up and examine the other side of the model.
Tables:
Each entrant will be provided with either one full or one half 8’ table and one chair. There will
be a spot on your entry form to request an extra chair should you need one.
Tags:
Tags must be attached to each individual model. The front side of the tag must have your horse’s
breed and sex. (Stallion, mare, gelding, etc.). The back side of the tag must contain your initials
and the model’s name. Please use the three initials you specified on your entry form on your tag.
This is how we will track and record results. The front side of the tag should be facing up on the
table for the judge to read. Any model that does not follow these requirements may be
disqualified. The initials you use on your tag MUST MATCH the initials you use on your entry
form. This is how we will track and submit show results to NAMHSA.
Rings:
There will be 8 rings running classes at the same time. Rings will be marked with the division
name and number, as well as a white board showing the current class name/number. Divisions
will not switch rings. All divisions other than OF Traditional Breyer will have one ring per
division unless a class split is warranted. OF Traditional Breyer will have two rings. This show
will be fast paced with lots of announcements so you will have to listen carefully to keep up!
Each class will have a first and second call announcement. After the second announcement, the
class will close. Once the class is closed, models may no longer be placed on the table. It will be
announced once the class is pinned. Please DO NOT remove models from the table until you
hear that announcement. To keep the show running smoothly, please remove pinned models
from the ring as quickly as possible. There will be a Pony Pound that unclaimed models will be
placed into should they not be removed by the start of the next class. The show holder shall NOT
be held liable for lost or damaged models left in the ring or in the Pony Pound.
Documentation:
Documentation for rare or unusual breeds is encouraged, but must be limited in size to 8.5”x11”.
If you want your model judged for collectibility, you MUST provide collectibility
documentation for the model. This documentation also must not exceed 8.5”x11”. If there is no
collectibility documentation with the model on the table, IT WILL NOT BE JUDGED FOR
COLLECTIBILITY.
Class Splits:
The show holder or judge may choose to split, cancel, add or combine classes as needed to make
judging easier and for the show to run smoothly. Split criteria will be left to judge’s discretion.
(i.e., pattern/solid, mare/stallion, standing/motion, etc.)
Collectibility/Workmanship/Breed judges may operate independently whether or not he or she
chooses to split the class. For example, if the OF Breyer Breed judge would like to split
“Arabian” into standing and motion molds, the OF Breyer collectibility judge may also choose to
split, but doesn’t have to. If both judges choose to split, they must agree upon the criteria of the split.
Criteria on which the judges may choose to split are as follows:
Breed/Type, Sex, Color, Pattern, Mold, Sculptor, Manufacturer, Year(s) of Production, Run
Numbers, and Position. Should a judge want to split on different criteria than those listed, the
show runner must be made aware and agree that a different split is necessary.
Pinning:
Judges must be aware of time and pin classes efficiently. Flat ribbons will be awarded 1st– 6th in
each qualifying class. At the end of each class subdivision, any model that was awarded 1st or 2nd
place in any qualifying class (including any split classes) will be placed on the table for
callbacks. Judges will then name and award Sectional Champions/Reserve in both breed and
collectibility/workmanship with Sectional Ribbons. Upon conclusion of a division, each
Sectional Champion/Reserve will be called back to contend for the Overall Divisional
Champion/Reserve title. Each Overall Divisional Champion/Reserve will be awarded an Overall Award.
Fun Classes:
Throughout the day, there will be several “Fun Classes” held in a separate ring. Fun classes and
their rules will be announced closer to the show date. Unless otherwise stated, Fun Class entries
will be $1.00 per model, and models of any manufacturer, material, and finish will be allowed to
compete. All proceeds will be going to our beneficiary. The fun classes are just that – Fun! They
have been chosen and will be judged by our show helpers who have literally no idea about
anything in the hobby. Winners will be awarded with a prize specific to the Fun Class Division.
Fun class winners will not be eligible to receive NAN Cards.
Raffle:
There will be a variety of models and other related items to be raffled, as well as a 2024
BreyerWest Specia Run Glossy HD Harkness. Raffle tickets will be sold for $1.00 apiece or 12
tickets for $10.00. Each entrant is limited to ONE raffle entry for HD Harkness, which is
included with your entry fee at no extra charge. You can find your Harkness raffle ticket in your
Day-Of Show Packet. As always, raffle donations will be accepted and are greatly appreciated! If
you choose to donate an item to the raffle, email steingaiterbreyers@gmail.com & specify if you
will be bringing the donation with you to the show, or shipping in advance. All proceeds earned
from the raffle will go to our beneficiary.
Food:
Light breakfast items (pastries, fruit, granola bars, etc.) & coffee will be provided at no charge to
show participants in the morning. Water and fountain soft drinks will be available for the
duration of the show for free. At or around noon we will take a 45 min lunch break. For $15
additional, lunch may be purchased with your show registration. Lunch will include a “build
your own sandwich” bar, chips, cookies, etc. Should you choose not to purchase lunch, there are
several fast-food restaurants near the venue. Please note, you may pack your own lunch, but
coolers are not allowed in the venue.
Code of Conduct:
By registering & entering Happy Kamper Classic, you agree to the following Code of Conduct:
This is meant to be a fun, low key event. Please conduct yourself accordingly. This means
roughhousing, running, loud music/video games used without headphones, rude behavior,
smoking indoors, or alcohol and drug use on the premises WILL NOT be permitted under any
circumstances. Weapons are also not permitted in the show hall. Should these rules not be
followed, entrants AND their helpers/guests WILL be asked to leave at the show holder’s
discretion. In essence, even if YOU are well behaved, should ANYONE you bring along fail to
adhere to these policies, you BOTH may be removed from the show hall and your entries
disqualified. Entry fees will not be refunded. Spectators are allowed in the show hall, but they
are REQUIRED to have a registered exhibitor as their sponsor. Like a show helper, the exhibitor
will assume all risk on behalf of their guest. This is to make sure our show hall stays safe for our exhibitors and their models.
This is a long day – should you choose to bring children they MUST be supervised at ALL
times. If your child breaks any rules or damages any models, YOU will be held responsible for their actions.
Pets are not permitted in the show hall except for service animals.
Do not touch other exhibitor’s models without their permission. Should you damage a model
belonging to another exhibitor, you will be held responsible for the amount of damages in FULL.
Make sure any model you remove from the judging ring is YOUR MODEL by carefully checking the leg tag if there are multiples.
A judge’s decision is final. Arguing with the judge or complaining about the judge’s decision
will not be tolerated. Questions are permitted & encouraged, but please reserve your questions for the break between classes.
Use your discretion, inappropriate models will not be allowed. Judges reserve the right to remove any inappropriate models.
Judges may only show in divisions they are not judging. A judge may not judge any model that
he/she has worked/collaborated on. A judge may not judge any model which he/she owns or has
owned within the last six months. A judge may not judge models owned by relatives of the
judge, as defined in the NAMHSA Bylaws.
If you have a complaint or problem with another exhibitor, do not try to resolve it yourself. Alert
the show holder so he or she can try to resolve the problem without disrupting the show.
Selling hobby items or items related to the hobby at your table is permitted. Should you choose
to sell, you are agreeing to keep any and all pathways between tables free of debris and clutter.
You are also agreeing to sell items only related to the hobby. Anything inappropriate or illegal
will not be permitted. The show holder reserves the right to disallow selling any items of any kind at any point during the show.
Anyone breaking the code of conduct may be asked to leave the show hall immediately without
refund for entry fees. Refunds or cancellations of any kind will be at the discretion of the show holder.
Taking your models to a model horse show can pose inherent risk. The show holder makes any
and all attempt to keep the show hall safe for all attendees and their models, but due to the
nature of the event, cannot guarantee your models won’t be damaged. By registering for and
attending this show, you agree to hold the venue and show holders harmless from any and all
claims, loss or damage to your personal property, liabilities and costs, including attorney's fees,
as a result of your participation in the Happy Kamper Classic.
