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Cactus Reining Classic

2026 Cactus Reining Classic Guidelines & Application for Social Media Photographers

Requirements for Social Media Photographer Credentials:

Photographer must have an established business with Tax ID.
Photographer must provide $1 Million insurance policy naming Cactus Reining Classic as additional insured.
Photographer must fill out the application, sign agreement and submit a payment of $1,500.
Social media manager photographer credentials will be granted to photographers/media managers of trainers, stallions, businesses, etc. They will not be granted to photographers shooting for non-business enterprises or individuals.
Photographs must be posted to the client’s business social media page (or personal page only if that is the primary one used for business promotion). Under no conditions may a photograph taken inside the arena be posted to the photographer’s personal or business page.
All photographs posted must include the photographer’s watermark in a visible location.
Short video clips for reels can be used and posted. No more than 15 seconds of continuous run are allowed. Reels may be posted on both the photographer’s business and/or personal pages and the clients’ business/personal pages.
Social media photographers can shoot whichever riders they wish (who are connected to their client), but photos may only be posted on the client’s social media page. Once posted there, they can be shared on the photographer’s personal or public pages, but the original posting must be on the client’s page. Posted photos must have the photographer’s watermark.

Access to Markel (Equidome) Arena:

The use of designated areas is required for photography for all accredited press representatives and social media representatives in the stands of the Markel Arena. In-arena photos may be taken from these locations only. Only press media and members of the Cactus Reining Classic Media Team will be allowed to photograph from the floor of the gate area. Official Cactus Reining Classic media has priority on shoot locations.

Access to outside arenas:

Photos will be allowed from any side of the arena, not in the location of any judges/officials, and not in the in gate area.

Use of photos:

Photos taken may be used for graphics (stall front images/enlarged photos/etc.) created for the client and used by the client.

Photos may be used for editorial content online and in print publications by accredited news media, including but not limited to International Horse Press, NRHA Reiner, WorldWide Slide, Quarter Horse News, Western Horseman, etc.

In arena action photos may not be used in print publication advertising.

Reaction photos, for example, excitement after a high score, can be used in print advertising.

Name of Business

Business License Number/Tax ID

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Address

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City

State

Zip Code

Cell Phone

E-Mail

Liability Insurance of $1 Million (List Insurance Provider)

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I am aware of the propensity of an equine to behave in ways that may result in injury, harm or death to persons on or around them. In addition, I am further aware of the unpredictability of the equine’s reaction to such things as sound, sudden movement and unfamiliar objects, persons or animals. Knowing all the above, it is my intention to enter into this agreement with full knowledge of the dangerous propensity of this profession.

In consideration of being approved for Event Social Media Credentials, I hereby agree to release, indemnify and/or hold harmless, Cactus Reining Classic, LLC, Brumley Management Group, Inc., the City of Scottsdale, the United States Bureau of Reclamation, their agents, representatives, officers, employees, subcontractors, directors, and officials from and against all allegations, demands, losses, claims, damages or suits. I further acknowledge that I am covered by my own personal health insurance and liability coverage. Cactus Reining Classic, LLC as an equine activity sponsor, shall not be liable for any injury or death, resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities.

By being granted the privilege of taking photos and video at the Cactus Reining Classic, LLC, I agree that any social media posts I make will portray Cactus Reining Classic, LLC and the sport of reining in a positive light. I also agree to abide by the guidelines listed within this document. I understand that if I do not do so, I will lose the privilege of taking photographs at this and future Cactus Reining Classic, LLC produced events or using any photos taken prior to losing privileges.

Release of Liability Agreement