RULES:
1. All Drives must have at least one pulse and resperation check some where between the start and finish of the drive.
Any recovery criteria that are deemed appropriate for the climate; weather, terrain, etc. may be used. Any entry that includes
more than one equine must have all animals recover to criteria at each vet check.
2. A drive must be at least 20 miles in length to be eligible for NEDA sanctioning. A drive/ ride which is called 25
miles, MUST BE 25 miles. It must not be shorter by any percentage. If a drive/ ride is 22 miles it shall be called 22 miles,
and the entrants will receive credit for 22 miles.
3. Any type of vehicle or conveyance may be used as long as it has at least one wheel or runner.
4. Any number of animals may be used, but there must be one passenger for each animal more than one.
5. Any type of equine will be allowed as long as they are at least 4 years old (48 months).
6. Sanction application and fee must be received by NEDA at least 40 days prior to the proposed event .
7. Recognition must be given to the winner (fastest time) and finishers,
8. The NEDA Administrators have authority over all matters concerning NEDA, and will ensure the proper use of NEDA rules
and guidelines, and assure continuity of the sport.
9. Outriders and drivers compete together