Honey Run H.T. | Ann Arbor, Michigan (AREA 8)
Event Info
USEA Event ID: 19080
Event Date: Sep 20, 2026
Open Date: Aug 11 | Close Date: Sep 8
Location: Ann Arbor, 1478 Honey Run Dr, MI 48103 (AREA 8)
Directions
GPS Address: 1478 Honey Run Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48103Showgrounds From I-94 to exit 169 (Zeeb Rd.) South on Zeeb thru light to Liberty (stop). Go right (west)about 1 mile on left to Honey Run Dr. Eric’s and Debut Farms are both ongrounds.
Divisions
USEF Endorsed/USEA Recognized: T,N,BN
USEA Recognized Tests: Starter,Intro
Tentative Schedule
Sat: Cross-country course open-11 am Sun: ALL Levels Dressage-8:45 am; Show Jumping-11:30 am; XC appx. 15 minutes after Show Jumping
Event Officials
TD: Robyn Muson, WV Judge: Pres: Janice Holmes, SC, Dressage Judges: Cheryl Connel-Marsh, MI SJ Judge: Janice Holmes, SC D:X-C: Cathy Wieschhoff, KY SJ: Jennifer Merrick-Brooks, MI
Starting Times
Available September 15 – www.startboxscoring.com
Entry Information
Andrea Arrandale-Daguanno, 11678 Timberlane Trail, Hartland, MI 48353 (810) 931-4173 Honeyrunhorsetrials@gmail.com OR Enter on line using XENTRIES (for credit card use) Draw checks to EquiJenn Equestrian. Submit paper entry by mail OR enter online thru USEA’s XENTRY ( can pay by Credit Card thru XENTRY or mail check) Entries must be complete to include payment and signatures by closing date or subject to $30 late fee.
Organizer
Org: Jennifer Merrick-Brooks, Equijenn Equestrian, 15600 Below Road, Grass Lake, MI 49240 (586) 929-0814 equijenn@live.com
Fees
Event Fees Directory: Draw checks to EquiJenn Equestrian Entry: HT(T – BN) $250.00; (ST) $190.00; (Intro) $170.00 Stabling: $100 Limited on grounds at Eric’s (must have small 2 horse trailer to access), or Debut Farms (under new ownership). Pre-purchase shavings option $9/bag with your entry –Campingfree at Honey Run – no hookup. Group Stabling – PLEASE USE ONE NAME for all wanting to stable together! Muck Fee: $ 30.00 (separate check). Refunds: Before C.D.-Less $25 non-refundable office fee. Withdrawals must be in writing, email. After C.D.-Entries/stabling-Only if place can be filled from wait list. Competition cancellation-Refund after expenses. USEA Starter/D&M Fee Refund Policy: The USEA Starter/D&M fee ($35), and shall be returned within 30 days of the competition to any rider who does not start the dressage test.
Entries
Entry fee includes a $25 non-refundable office fee. Double entries: Not accepted. Starter division has a $35 starter fee.Indicate if TIP eligible. on entry. Refunds: Before C.D.-Less $25 non-refundable office fee. Withdrawals must be in writing, email the Secretary. After C.D.-Entries/stabling-Only if place can be filled from waitlist. Competition cancellation-Refund after expenses. Neg. Coggins required within 12 months for in-state. $25 fee for each change after C.D. Post entries: All entries that MAY be accepted after CD $50 fee, payable, cash, money order only. No entry electronic or by mail are complete until payment is received.Reminder: All USEF Life and Senior Active members, as well as participants who have regular contact with minor athletes, are required to comply with the U.S. Center for SafeSport training requirement, to be eligible to participate in the competition. All participants must adhere to the U.S. Center for SafeSport Code, USEF Safe Sport Policy, and the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies. More information about these can be found at www.usef.org.
Awards
Award & 8 ribbons per division HT. Prize for winner of each division and prize for best scoring Pony Club member (include Pony Club/Region membership info with entry). Indicate on entry if OTTB as prizes have been donated by the Arrandale family. $$$ Cash prize $$$ for winner (best overall score) at each level T through BN.
Stabling/Veterinarian
Stabling on grounds at Eric’s Limited (only accessible by small, 2 horse trailer) and Debut Farms. If you wish to have shavings at your stall please preorder with your stabling request. $10/bag. Please indicate which stabling location you would prefer $100/stall for full weekend. All stabling and scheduling requests must be made at time of entry. All requests to stable with group must use ONE group name. Veterinarian:Hillary Lobar, DVM,number will be posted on grounds, stabling & program. Farrier: Jared Avina, Nailed to the Cross Farrier, number will be posted on grounds, stabling & program.
Accommodations
Wyndham Hotel, (734) 665-4444, Weber’s Inn, (734) 769-2500, Red Roof Inn,734-665-3500, Motel 6, (734) 665-9900. Camping: On Show Grounds (Honey Run) Rustic, no hookup, no fee.
Dressage
Test & arena sizes: T-2026 USEA Training Test A-Sm. N-2026 USEA Novice Test A-Sm. BN-2026 USEA Beginner Novice Test A-Sm. Starter & INTRO2026 USEA Starter Test A-Sm.: Sand. warm up on grass. Dressage bridle numbers will be supplied.
Cross-Country
Approx.T.-2500 m @ 450 mpm. N.-1900 m @ 375 mpm. BN-1400 m @ 325 mpm. Starter– 1200m @ 320 mpm. Starter waterand ditchoption. Intro (NEW) ……info to come! X-C course flat and openwith path down laneway. BN good for horses with some experience,N & T good move up course with some challenges. Show Jumping and warm-up and competition on Grass. Cross-country course closed September 6 MIDNIGHT. XCJump sponsorships available – www.EventingMichigan.org
Other Information
Cross.-country course closed September 6 @ MIDNIGHT. Entry limit 135. Riders limited 3 horses entire event unless space permits. Levels may be divided/combined as entries warrant; state preferences under the Eligible Section and birth date on entry. Food and Portable Tack shop on grounds. Special award to highest placing Pony Club Rider (Horse Trial). BN mustbe USEA members #; go to USEA Website, Online Services to apply. Dogs MUST be leashed. Paper pinnies and Dressage bridle numbers will be supplied.. Withdrawals in writing received by closing date. XC will be open for 1 hr. after completion of XC, $35 fee, must check in sign waiver and get new pinny.Weather permitting…Off the track info must be noted on entry at time of registration to be eligible for retired race horse pizes.
Membership is OPTIONAL for the Starter and Intro Levels – those who want results to count towards end of year points and championship qualifications MUST hold rider/horse registrations. INTRO NEW this year.
All riders and horse must be members of the USEA in order to compete at the Beginner Novice level and above.
We LOVE Volunteers. If you can help out at or before the competition please contact Volunteer Coordinator, Hannah Fountain, 734-717-5008/text, hannahclaire721@yahoo.com or contact the Organizer 586-929-0814
SUBCHAPTER EV-9 DRESS
1. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR.
a. At Federation licensed and endorsed Events, Athletes must wear headgear as follows, except as may otherwise be mandated by local law (see also GR801)
b. Upon arrival, anyone riding a Horse must wear properly fitting protective headgear. The harness must be secured and properly fitted. See GR801.
“Every class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF rulebook will be conducted and judged in accordance therewith”.
TEAM RIDE A TEST Clinic – offered Saturday, September 19. Starting at 9 am – If you wish to do the “Ride A Test” with Janice Holmes, please contact Jennifer Merrick-Brooks. Submit your entry (separate from Horse Trial entry) to 15600 Below Road, Grass Lake, MI 49240, email equijenn@live.com and Zelle payment to (586) 929-0814 – Fee $50/ride sign up information and schedule on www.eventingmichigan.org.