The AEF is pleased to be able to offer the Wild Rose Competition designation, a new provincial competition program to help support and grow the grassroots level of competition. A Provincial Officials Program has also been developed, with the idea of creating a level of training and recognition for competition officials to support provincial level equine competition in Alberta. Throughout the creation process of these programs the AEF has listened to the wishes of Albertan competitors and show organizers. Costs have been kept to a minimum, both to competitors and show organizers, with the idea of re-introducing affordable equestrian sports. Provided below are some highlights and requirements of the program. 

It's easy to apply to have your show sanctioned as a provincial Wild Rose event.  Simply complete the forms available on our Competition Organizer's page

Sanctioning Fee

$40.00/day 
$30.00/day for shows with no prize money

Officials

Provincially carded officials, officials with accreditation from another recognized association or un-carded, experienced individuals with purchase of $15.00 guest card.  

Rules

Provincial Wild Rose rules.  Competition organizers are free to make local rule amendments to the Wild Rose rules, except where safety requirements are concerned (ie AEF helmet policy).  All amendments must  be indicated in the show prize list. 

Limit to number of days per show

NO limit

Drug Testing

Drug testing not required.

Initiatives

• Volunteer recognition program
  In recognition of the invaluable support provided by volunteers at grassroots competitions, every AEF-sanctioned Wild Rose competition may nominate one volunteer, who will receive a certificate of appreciation and a $50 MasterCard Gift card! 
  
  
• "Win your Entry" program sponsored in part by Capri Insurance.
  This program will refund (to a maximum of $200.00) the show entry fees of one competitor per Wild Rose show. All eligible entries received prior to the competition entry closing date will be entered in a draw to win their show fees!!

Competitor memberships

AEF membership required:

• $40.00 - individual 
• $85.00 - family (parents/guardians and all minor children residing together) Or 
• $15.00 - temporary (for show purposes only) -
  **Available for purchase only at sanctioned Wild Rose competitions**
  Temporary memberships may be purchased by individuals arriving at an AEF sanctioned competition who do not wish to purchase the full annual AEF membership. Temporary AEF members will enjoy the same insurance coverage as enjoyed by annual members, providing protection to show committees and participants; however membership, including insurance coverage for temporary members will only be in effect for the duration of the event at which it was purchased. Membership terminates at the end of the last day of the competition. No other membership benefits will apply.
  Temporary members will not be eligible to be entered in the Capri "Win your Entry" draw.

Insurance

Completed AEF Horse Show Certificate of Insurance required.

(Specific criteria must be met including additional insured and waiver of subrogation clauses - please see the required AEF Horse Show Certificate of Insurance). Preferred rates on insurance coverage available for Affiliate and Associate member organizations.

Promotion

AEF sanctioned shows will be promoted by the AEF. Shows will be listed on our competition calendar, including a link to the show website, if applicable and a downloadable prize list and entry form, if provided by the show as well as the name and info of a contact person for the show.

 Please contact the AEF Competitions Coordinator with any questions related to this program at: competitions@albertaequestrian.com  or phone: 403-253-4411 ext 2 /toll free 1-877-463-6233 ext 2