SHOWJUMPING IS a great spectator sport with lots of action packed riding!

The Buckby Ram Motors Jumping Tasmania 2019 State Titles are being held at Westbury Showgrounds on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 December 2019.

There will be two showjumping rings with riders of various ages and ability levels competing in two classes.

Championship class riders strive to complete the course within a set time, without knocking any poles down or having any refusals at fences, over two rounds. Riders who manage this successfully then go into a third round, which is a jump-off against the clock.

Speed class riders must complete the course in the quickest time without any poles down or refusals at the fences.

The event will also feature a Trade Expo, for local and interstate businesses to display their products with information, goodies and great deals. Food and coffee vans will also be on site.

Jumping Tasmania North is fortunate to have many local businesses and services supporting this event, which could not be held otherwise.

The event is run by Jumping Tasmania North and special thanks go to the hard-working committee that oversees the event along with the help and guidance of experienced, local volunteers. Jumping Tasmania North is also lucky to have services such as Jess Honan Photography attending the event and offering their skills.

At last year’s State Titles, Elsie Lindsay (nee Richards) of Cressy won the prestigious 1.30m Open Championship event on Yardah Cairo. Jo Geard of Westbury won the 1.15m Open Speed Championships on her mount Ambervale Smudge.

Other Meander Valley riders who performed well and placed were Chloe McFarlane on Spy Rebellion, Danielle Whatley on VP Cisco, Claire Walker on Wentworth Isabella, Georgia Elias on Tonash Mondo and Lucie Riley on Mio Cavallo.

Showjumping is an adrenaline pumping sport. Come along and watch the state’s best show jumpers take on some tricky courses and catch a bargain at the Trade Expo.

All spectators are welcome and encouraged – entry is free of charge!