2026

 We are offering a four-race series.

1. • 150 Mile
   • 200 Mile
   • 250 Mile
   • 300 Mile
2. All birds must be banded with a 2026 seamless band recognized by a National Organization.
3. Accepting birds from February 1^st through May 31^st.
4. Will Accept replacement birds before June 30^th.
5. Perch Fee is $150 per bird or 6 birds for $750.
6. The perch fee must be sent with the birds.
7. The Entry Fee is $300 per bird.
8. Entry fees must be paid after the 100 Mile Activation Race and before the 150 Mile Race.
9. All birds must be activated to maintain eligibility.
10. Birds not activated by the time of the 150 Mile Race will become the property of Carolina Classic and may be activated by another breeder.
11. Entry fees will be refunded if the bird does not make it to the 150 Mile Race.
12. Race dates are subject to change due to weather conditions and the condition of the birds.
13. Prizes will be awarded by clocking order except for the final race.
14. The final 300 Mile Race will be paid on the first drop and then clocking order.
15. All races are open for 48 hours from the time of release.
16. 15% of entry fees will be held for race expenses.
17. Will vaccinate birds upon arrival for PMV, salmonella, pox, wormed, amoxicillin.
18. If a bird does not clock and is known to have been in the drop, the bird will be entered as the last bird in that drop. If there is a tie, the birds will share that prize equally.
19. In the event that no birds clock within the 48-hour period all money will be divided equally among actual birds sent to that particular race and refunded minus 15%.
20. Birds will be shipped back at the breeder’s expense at the current USPS rate.
21. Birds not claimed 10 days after the last race will become the property of Carolina Classic.
22. The Race Manager reserves the right to make all final decisions.
23. To enter the race, participants must be 18 years or older and are responsible for all applicable taxes.
24. W-9 forms will need to be completed if winnings are $600 or more.