Basically it is a fun day out with your pony or horse - something we've all been missing!

Oz Trec was introduced in Australia by the Geelong & District Carriage Drivers Club. It started in 1970's France as a ridden activity and some years later the British Driving Society incorporated the principle of ridden Trec into a driven activity and Driven Trec began. It is now enjoyed in many countries around the world including the UK, Canada and the USA.

Oz Trec tests horse-and-driver combinations through a range of challenges, rather than focusing on one style or discipline. Safety is a huge priority. It is suitable for all breeds and sizes of horses/ponies along with all types of carriages and all levels of drivers. 

Just think of a bit of pleasure driving, showing, CDE, dressage and handy mount all thrown into one. Points are gained or lost depending on the phase of the competition with the highest score determining the winner of each section.

There is no cantering on any part of the course and the activities section are untimed. If you want to skip something that's totally fine.

And most importantly - you can't be eliminated UNLESS you canter!

You can find more details on the ACDS website via this link

TRECking must haves:

All participants must have the following;

• Helmet that meets ACDS requirements 
• High visibility top – extra points for extra High Vis

 In the afternoon we have some more training activities organised. Sue Plath, who was one of the organisers for our earlier Training Wheels weekends (Mr Plod and Noddy), will be on hand to see how your dressage skills are coming along. You will have the opportunity to drive ACDS Test BB (the same test as we used for Noddy) and receive feedback from Sue.

 You will also be able to drive the marathon obstacles at your leisure. Because this is a Training Day there won’t be any designated gates. They are there for you to practise. BUT NO CANTERING!!

Disclaimer: The Australian Carriage Driving Society Inc (ACDS), ACDS NSW Branch, SHCC Inc and the Wingecarribee Shire Council accept no responsibility for any loss, damage or injury to horses, equipment, drivers, grooms, spectators or other persons or property in connection with this event. 

Please read carefully before completing:

Any person causing a claim to be made against the ACDS Insurance Policy is personally liable for the excess amount in full as determined by the Insurance Policy at the time of the incident.  
I/We agree to abide by and adhere to the rules and the by-laws of the Australian Carriage Driving Society and all conditions of entry as stated in the Event Schedule incorporating the relevant State variations.  All Competitors and Grooms compete at their own risk; neither the ACDS not their appointed officials accept any liability for any accident, theft, illness or damage to horses, drivers, grooms or any person whatsoever.  All competitors, by entering this event, agree to be bound by this regulation