Stratford Traditional Day of Driving Presented by Whip 'N Wheels

EVENT INFORMATION

Saturday includes three phases: a Turnout Inspection, a Country Drive, and Cones. All types of carriages are accepted. The entry number must be clearly visible on the carriage. The driver must carry a whip throughout the day while driving. All work is done on an individual basis.

A Day of Traditional Driving is based on a score of 100, broken down into 60 points for the Turnout Inspection, 25 for the Country Drive, and 15 for the Cones phase. Note: Participants will be eliminated for unsafe or reckless driving.

Horse Types:	Vehicle Types:	Horse Combinations:
Draft	Antique Vehicles	Singles
Horse	Reproductions	Pairs
Mules and Donkeys	New	Tandem
Ponies	Wagons	Four-In-Hands
Miniature Horses	Marathon	Unicorn

Any combination of the above vehicles and equines is acceptable.

Whips ‘N Wheels Traditional Driving
The purpose of A Day of Traditional Driving is to preserve that style of carriage driving of bygone days which encompasses horsemanship, driving acumen, care and preservation of carriage and harness, and the intangible qualities of good sportsmanship.

The Day includes three phases: a Turnout Inspection, a Country Drive, and Cones. All types of carriages are accepted.

The entry number must be clearly visible on the carriage. The driver must carry a whip while driving.

Any situation not covered in the Guidelines will be referred to the officials, and the officials’ decision is final. The judge will eliminate unqualified or dangerous entries.

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