OLD WEST MEDIA ACCESS & COVERAGE POLICY
Professional media coverage plays an important role in documenting and promoting Old West Futurities & Horse Sales. To ensure consistent, respectful, and organized coverage, the following media access policy has been established. This policy applies to all individuals seeking to capture or distribute content at any Old West–produced event, including photographers, videographers, journalists, digital publishers, bloggers, and content creators.
VISITOR PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO USE
Attendees, exhibitors, and spectators are welcome to take photos and videos for personal, non-commercial use only at Old West Futurities & Horse Sales events. Commercial use of photos or video — including but not limited to sales, licensing, publication, brand promotion, monetized social media, or business marketing — is strictly prohibited without an approved Old West media credential.
This policy applies to all Old West–produced futurities, horse sales, and affiliated events.
MEDIA CREDENTIAL FEE
Any individual capturing content for commercial purposes, supplying images or video to clients, or using professional-grade equipment for business use must obtain an approved Old West Media Credential.
- Media credential fee: $300 per event
- Credential grants access to designated public areas only
- Media passes must be visible at all times while on the premises
- Fees must be paid prior to the start of the event
Payment may be made after submitting the application below
CREDENTIAL REVIEW & APPROVAL
Media credential requests are reviewed by Old West event management and evaluated based on:
- Audience reach and distribution platform
- Relevance and value of coverage to Old West events
- Professional conduct and quality of prior work
Approval is not guaranteed and is granted at the sole discretion of Old West Futurities & Horse Sales.
MEDIA BADGE DISTRIBUTION
Approved media representatives may pick up their credentials at the designated Media Check-In or Media Room at each event.
- Media passes are non-transferable
- Credentials may only be used by the approved individual
- Lost, shared, or misused credentials may be revoked without refund
MEDIA CONDUCT & EXPECTATIONS
All approved media personnel must comply with the following standards while covering Old West events:
Respect all competitors, exhibitors, staff, sponsors, and spectators
Adhere to all posted event rules, safety guidelines, and staff instructions
Avoid disrupting competition flow, access points, or event operations
Maintain ethical and respectful coverage of equine athletes and livestock
Drone usage is strictly prohibited
Media access is not permitted in competition arenas, cattle pens, warm-up areas, or restricted operational zones unless expressly authorized by Old West staff
Exhibitors must not be disturbed during preparation or competition
Any conduct deemed unsafe, disruptive, or damaging to the integrity, reputation, or appearance of Old West Futurities & Horse Sales may result in immediate credential revocation.
EVENT ORGANIZER RIGHTS
Old West Futurities & Horse Sales reserves the right to:
Approve, deny, or revoke media credentials at any time
Request copies or access to content captured during or after the event
Enforce additional rules or restrictions as necessary to protect competitors, staff, sponsors, animals, and the event environment
MEDIA CONTACT
For media inquiries or to apply for a credential, please contact:
Old West Media & Communications Team
admin@oldwest.com