109 Melville Rd, Hyde Park NY 12538

Horses and riders trail riding by lake at Carlette Farm

Saturday June 6th 2026

Hosted by the owners of Carlette Farm (formerly Locust Hill Farm) on 306 breathtaking acres, the Locust Hill Spring Schooling Pace offers an exceptional variety of inviting and challenging jumps, over 6-8 miles of beautiful countryside, making the Locust Hill course the most unusual in Dutchess County.

 

Featuring:

  • The course will be approximately 6-8 miles through open rolling farmland and beautiful wooded trails
  • There will be approximately 40 fences, none exceeding 3’3”, and all with Go-Arounds for those not wishing to jump
  • Many small beginner fences along with more challenging jumps, or enjoy a lovely ride over beautiful countryside for the flat rider
  • All entries must be accompanied by the entry fee

 

What makes this different from our annual fall hunter pace?

  • The course will have short and mid-length options to accommodate early fitness levels
  • Ribbons to 8 places
  • No cash prize
  • Reduced price

Other Details:

  • The pace requires a mandatory stop at a designated rest point

  • All entries must be accompanied by the entry fee

  • Teams may consist of 2, 3, or 4 riders

  • Hardhats with attached harness, signed release forms and negative Coggins within 12 months are required with entry

  • Rain or Shine

  • Early entry highly recommended for desired start time

  • No day-of-pace entries

  • First team off at 8:30am. Generally, our schooling paces are less well attended so teams may leave any time between 8:30am and 11:00am.

  • Photographer on site: Connecticutphoto.com

 
 

Cost per Rider:

  • $70 pre-registered by May 26, 2026
  • $80 pre-registered by June 3, 2026
  • $90 pre-registered by June 5, 2026
  • (No Pace Day Registration)

Registration:

Early entry highly recommended for desired start time…

We offer two methods of registration: online or via regular mail. Both require some follow-up from you and from us.  Instructions are below:

Online Registration:

Step 1: Register with Eventbrite here:

Click here for Eventbrite Registration
*Each rider must pay as an individual participant and enter as part of a team. 
Barns with multiple teams should name their teams “Barn Name 1”, “Barn Name 2”, “Barn Name 3”, etc. so the teams can be identified and scheduled consecutively.

Step 2: Upload your Coggins here:

Step 3: Complete the General Waiver and Release here:

Rider's Name
Rider's Age

Agreement Terms and Conditions

I do hereby request that I, or the rider that I am the parent or guardian of, be allowed to ride and/or train horses and ponies and/or instruct others, on or about the property owned by Carlette Farms, LLC and on lands adjacent thereto, and do each and everything necessary pertaining to such riding, including care of stock, grooming, handling, tacking, etc.


I understand that horseback riding involves risk of injury from falling, the behavior of the animals, ground hazards (natural and otherwise) and other risks. I accept those risks and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Carlette Farms, LLC and it's agents, owners, volunteers, employees, boarders, clients and adjacent land owners for any claims for damages to my person, or the rider that I am the parent or guardian of, the horse(s), or the property.


I understand that this means I will not seek to hold Carlette Farms, LLC responsible for any injuries I, or the rider that I am the parent or guardian of, sustained as a result of these activities.


I agree that I, or the rider that I am the parent or guardian of, will use protective headgear including a chinstrap, which shall be fastened.


I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the above named, their agents, owners, volunteers, employees, boarders, clients and adjacent landowners from any and all claims from injuries and/or damage to the person or property of any third party or parties resulting from the participation in the above activities.


I also agree that the above named, their agents, owners, volunteers, employees, boarders, clients and adjacent landowners are not responsible for any or all losses due to fire or theft, and I agree to indemnify and hold harmless each and all of the above for any claims arising there from.


I acknowledge that I, or the rider that I am the parent or guardian of, understands the rules of riding safety and that I, or the rider that I am the parent or guardian of, agree to abide by those rules.


I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Release and Waiver of Liability, understand it's contents and sign it as my own free act.


I hereby warrant that I am eighteen (18) years old or more and competent to contract in my own name or, that I am an adult authorized to act on behalf of the juvenile rider listed, and signing as the parent or guardian of said rider. This release is binding on me and my heirs, assignees and personal representatives.

Agreement
Clear Signature

By Mail:

Step 1: Download and complete the combination entry and waiver form here:

Entry + Waiver

*Submit the single form, completed by all riding team members.

* It is critical that the entry be filled out with all information including email, home address and phone numbers for each rider.

 

 

Step 3: Print your Coggins documentation for each horse on the team and include with your mailed in entry form (Or upload at link above).

Step 4: Write checks for your team’s total entry fees made out to “Carlette Farm” – This can be individual checks from each person or one check for all riders.

Step 5: Mail the items above to:

 

CARLETTE FARM

109 MELVILLE RD 

HYDE PARK, NY 12538

 

*All entries must be received by October 29th to ensure your lunch choice is included in our order.  We are not responsible for entries that haven’t been received in time.

 

Cancellation Policy:

  • If Carlette Farm needs to cancel for any reason your entry will be completely refunded (minus Eventbrite fee if applicable).

  • Individual refunds will be granted for an injured or ill horse with a vet’s note, rider with a doctor’s note or with a dated receipt. Full refunds given with doctor’s or veterinarian’s notes up to June 5th, 2026. (Minus Eventbrite fees.)

  • No individual refunds will be granted due to weather unless we at Carlette Farm choose to cancel.

  • This event is rain or shine!

Visit the Facebook event page for specific guidelines, updates and cancellations.  

For additional information:

Email: LocustHillPaces@gmail.com
(845) 471-2632