new members

We’ve got classes for all ages and skill levels, there’s absolutely a place for you. With each class giving at least 50% of the entries to the winnings pot, you’ll be riding for class winnings as well as year end points. Come join the fastest growing, family friendly, equine sport around, we can’t wait to meet you.

2023 MEMBERSHIP FORM

Click below to download our membership form. Includes a liability waiver and media release so you’re ready to ride when you get to the arena. First year of membership is free to new members!

2023 RULEBOOK

Click below to access our 2022 rules and regulations. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. 

2023 SHOW SCHEDULE

Click below to access our full 2023 show schedule as well as current show flyers with a printer-friendly version as well.

2023 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

URSA 2023 Membership Agreement
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RELEASE & WAIVER OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT
The Utah Ranch Sorting Association is not liable for the inherent risks associated with its equine activities and the participants and/or equine professionals, as defined by Utah Code 78-27b-101. A. CONDITIONS: 1. a. Memberships are not transferable. b. Violations of safety and association policies may result in revocation. 2. a. Please read and familiarize yourself and family members of the general rules and regulations. Strict adherence will be followed regarding safety and animal abuse. B. RELEASE & LIABILITY: I am aware that various sports of cattle penning/sorting are hazardous sports involving the risk of injury and death. The risks include inherent risks and risks associated with contest activities. Arena ground conditions, fences, pens and other appurtenances, collisions with cattle, horse or horseman, failure to ride within one’s ability or control, stock equipment or negligence of URSA or its agents are all examples of risks of cattle penning/sorting. I realize that injures are common and ordinary occurrence of this sport. I agree, as partial consideration for the issuance of a URSA membership, to assume and accept all such risks of personal injury, death or property damage which arises from the sport of cattle penning/sorting and actions omissions or negligence of URSA or its agents. I, my heirs, guardian, legal representatives, or assigns agree to release from any legal liability and to never file a claim or suit against URSA, or any officer, member affiliated organization, agent or employee for any injuries, death caused by or resulting from the risks which I have accepted and assumed herein or in any other way related to my participation in cattle penning/sorting regardless of whether or not URSA, its agents or employees were negligent or whether or not the injury resulted from an inherent risk of cattle penning/sorting. Furthermore, I agree not to bring legal action against URSA, its show officials or its board members for disputes pertaining to the rules, the running of the show, arena or animal conditions, or calls made by judges or officials, or for any other act included in running of a team penning and/or team sorting. C. INDEMNITY: I, the undersigned, have read and understand the terms of the above Agreement & Release which is an essential part of the agreement for URSA membership. I understand that I am releasing all claims that may arise against URSA its agents and employees regardless of their fault and that I am agreeing to indemnify and hold harmless URSA, its agents and employees for their negligence as well as for any claims arising from my participation in the sport of cattle penning/sorting. I am signing this document freely and of my own accord realizing it is binding upon myself, my heirs and assigns, and in the event that I am signing it on behalf of any minors that I have full authority to do so, realizing its binding effect on them as well as myself. Media Release: I grant permission to URSA to use my image (photographs and/or video) for use in Media publications including:videos, email blasts, recruiting brochures, newsletters, magazines, general publications, website and/or affiliates, or social media, etc. I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs or electronic matter that may be used in conjunction with them now or in the future, whether that use is known to me or unknown, and I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the image.

2022 Class Details

Friday Classes:

  • Open – Riders rated 2 and above
  • Pro/Am – Pro (rated 3 and above) paired with an Amateur (rated 2 and below)
  • #7 HC (no cap on either rider) – Regular sorting class where team rating total is no higher than a 7 (a 3 and 4 could ride together, but a 4 and 4 could not)
  • #5 HC – Regular sorting class where team rating total is no higher than a 5
  • Foot Sort – sorting cattle on foot instead of on horses.  Pair of Lacrosse boots given to the winners of this class every show thanks to our generous sponsor!

(All classes Friday, with the exception of the foot sort, are $30/ride with 60% payback.)

Saturday Classes:

  • Open HC – Riders rated 2 and above
  • #9 HC – Regular sorting class where team rating total is no higher than a 9
  • #10 RH HC – Designated gate and sort riders, pick up to three gate and three sort rides
  • Youth Class – Sort riders ages 16 and under paired with a rider rated 3 and above
  • #7 Rookie HC – Rider rated 3 and above in the gate, sorter is rated a 1
  • #6 HC – Regular sorting class where team rating total is no higher than a 6
  • #4 HC – Regular sorting class where team rating total is no higher than a 4

(Open is $50/ride with 70% payout, #9 and #10 are $30/ride with 60% payout, #7 Rookie and Youth class are $20/ride with 70% payout, #6 and #4 are $30/ride with 50% payout.)

Ranch Sorting Terms:

HC: Handicap – Handicapping gives a team with a lower team rating additional time to sort. They will be given a 1/2 second for each number a team is under the max team rating. For example, in the #6HC class if the team total rating is a 4, they will be given a full second longer to sort than a team with a team total rating of 6. 

RH: Ranch Hand – meaning there is a designated gate and sort rider and you do not rotate. Whoever is sorting stays sorting in the herd and whoever is holding the gate stays holding the gate.

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