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BIOSECURITY PROTOCOLS & GUIDELINES |
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For Immediate Release: March 3, 2021
Gulfport, Mississippi
Due to the recent EHV case in Florida, the Gulf Coast Winter Classics are implementing enhanced protocols for our competitors effective immediately in order to protect our equine partners:
GULF COAST WINTER CLASSIC
EHV PPROTOCOLS & GUIDELINES FOR YOUR HORSES
Please follow these Protocols to prevent an EHV Outbreak:
- It is advised that all horses stabling on the Mississippi Gulf Coast Winter Classic show grounds at the Harrison County Fairgrounds arrive between 7 am and 6 pm. It if is necessary to arrive at any other time, you must check in with the night security officer.
- All horses entering the show grounds must have current paper copies of their health documents/ health certificates, Coggins test, vaccine records and temperature log with them upon arrival as they will be checked by the Security Personnel at the entrance.
- All horses entering the show grounds must have a temperature check upon unloading from their trailer. Any temperatures above 101 degrees must be reported immediately to the Show Veterinarian.
- All horses on the show grounds must have their temperatures checked once a day and temperatures above 101 degrees must be reported immediately to the Show Veterinarian.
- Please watch your horses for any signs or symptoms of EHV including fever, diarrhea, discharge from the nostrils, coughing, or an increased respiratory rate which may be signs of an infectious disease.
- Any horse that is suspected by the Show Veterinarian to have an infectious disease will be immediately isolated.
We ask that everyone follow the above protocols to help us keep our horses safe. Please take time to review equine good hygiene practices. Please convey the importance of this to your equine caretakers for their daily routines.
The Gulf Coast Classic Company is dedicated to the health, welfare and safety of all exhibitors both equine and human and strives to provide a safe and enjoyable show experience. Critical to that experience is maintaining healthy horses. Please continue to check the Gulf Coast Classic Company website for any additional and possibly mandatory requirements.
We will keep you all informed about the EHV situation and appreciate your cooperation in these trying times.
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Prize List and Online Entries |
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Click to download Prize List |
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Join us on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! |
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The 2021 Gulf Coast Winter Classic is underway and will offer the No Entry Fee Grand Prix all six weeks of the AA Circuit as well as three $10,777 USHJA International Hunter Derbies, two $1,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derbies and six $5,000 Marshall & Sterling 3’ and 3’3” Classic Hunter Derbies, including Non Pro Rider Bonuses. The facility is fantastic and its claim to fame is the beautiful grass grand prix field that rivals Spruce Meadows. All weather Kruse Cushion Ride footing (KCR) is installed in the schooling and competition rings.
Located a few miles away from the pristine Gulf of Mexico beaches and quaint waterfront towns, the Gulf Coast Winter Classic Circuit is situated at the Harrison County Fairgrounds just minutes off of I 10 and just a 10 minute drive from the Biloxi/Gulfport Airport. Enjoy the open spaces and beautiful beaches of the Mississippi Gulf Coast!
Join us in 2022 from Feb 16 to Mar 27th in 2022!
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About the Gulf Coast Classic Company |
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The Gulf Coast Classic Company’s philosophy is to offer an event for every level of rider and horse. From Lead Line to Olympic level Grand Prix competition, from seasoned veteran horse and rider team to a first time horse show experience, the Gulf Coast Classic Company offers competition that provides the competitor substantial prize money, award-winning facilities and courses, quality competition and the best customer service in the industry.
Service is what sets the Gulf Coast and Classic Company apart from other horse show companies. Consistently awarded the USHJA's Member Choice Award for providing excellent customer-friendly competitions, the Gulf Coast Classic Company provides champion service from in-gates to show office. Top competition with an emphasis on southern hospitality is their hallmark and the reason thousands prefer to compete at the Gulf Coast Classic Company produced events each year.
Join us in 2022 from Feb 16 to Mar 27th in 2022!
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Official Lodging Partners
Support the hotels that support the Gulf Coast Winter Classics
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Beau Rivage Resort & Casino - Official Resort Casino of the Gulf Coast Winter Classics - Named one of the “South’s Best Resorts” by Southern Living, MGM Resorts International’s AAA Four Diamond beachfront resort features 1,740 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, nine restaurants, exciting nightlife and an 85,000-square-foot gaming area including Mississippi’s first sports book. The resort also offers live entertainment in its 1,550-seat theatre, an upscale shopping promenade, a world-class spa & salon and Fallen Oak, a Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course. For more information and reservations with the horse show rate call (888) 567-6667 and mention Winter21 or click here.
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Harrah’s Gulf Coast is a Caesars Entertainment property located on the beaches of Biloxi, Mississippi. The resort features a 33,000-square-foot casino and five dining amenities: Magnolia House, Steak ‘n Shake, Chef Thomas Genin’s The Blind Tiger - Biloxi Beach, Flavors Buffet and an upscale sports bar and lounge, Mix & Mingle that connects to an outdoor pool oasis. Harrah’s Gulf Coast’s other award-winning amenities, include Grand Bear – a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course Bellissimo Salon & Spa, complete with a fitness center and The Great Lawn, a 10.5 acre event venue that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. Featuring Total Rewards®, the most inclusive loyalty program in the country, guests have access to exclusive benefits across the country with the ability to redeem offers and reward credits at any of the 40 destinations within the network. For more information, please visit HarrahsGulfCoast.com.
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Hilton Garden Inn Airport |
The Hilton Garden Inn Gulfport Airport is conveniently located in close proximity to all the Gulf Coast offers! Spacious rooms, onsite dining and bar, relaxing pool, fitness room, well-equipped office center, and complimentary airport shuttle are just some of the amenities the Hilton Garden Inn offers its guests. Friendly and courteous staff and well appointed and immaculate rooms will greet you upon your return from a busy day of competing at the Gulf Coast Winter Classics! Be sure to use this link to get your discounted room rates!
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Red Roof Inn is Pet-friendly | 10 minute drive to the Horse Show | 2 miles from Gulfport – Biloxi International Airport | Minutes from the coast’s beautiful beaches | Free Wi-Fi | Large flat screen TV, microwave, refrigerator, in-room coffee | Red Roof Inn also offers guest laundry. Ask for the $67/Night Horse Show Rate!
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Located next to the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, Residence Inn Gulfport-Biloxi Airport is an all-suite pet-friendly hotel. If you're looking for an extended-stay hotel on the Mississippi Coast, you'll find convenience and great amenities. Enjoy a spacious studio, one or two-bedroom suites offering separate living, eating and sleeping areas, complimentary high-speed Internet, full kitchens and luxurious bedding. Enjoy complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily, The Mix social hour three nights a week, grocery shopping service, fitness center, complimentary airport shuttle, and seasonal outdoor pool. Use these codes when booking your lodging for the 12% horse show discount:
GQFI-Studio Suites
GQFO-One-Bedroom Suites
GQFP-Two-Bedroom Suites
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Gulf Coast Classic Company | Website
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