Outline for WHTA Horse of the Year Voting Instructions

Written by: Tommy Williams
email:tommywhc@aol.com
931-492-2825
WHC Publisher-Williams Media Entertainment

#### 1.Voting Deadline**
– Voting ends at **11:59 PM on January 31, 2025**.
– Ensure your vote is counted by clicking **“Submit My Final Ballot”**.

2. **Steps to Access the Voting System**
1. Open your browser and type:
**https://hoy.walkinghorsereport.com/**
2. Enter your **trainer’s license number**.
– If the number is incorrect or inactive, an error message will appear with a contact number for assistance.
3. Provide your **email address** and create a **password** when prompted.

3. **Voting Process**
– After logging in, you will be directed to the **ballot page** with available voting categories.
– To vote:
1. Click the **“Vote”** button next to a category.
2. Select a horse’s name and click **“Save Vote”**.

4. **Text Entry Categories**
– For categories like **One Night Show** or **Multi-Night Show**, complete a text entry instead of selecting from a list.
– Follow the same steps to save your text entries.

5. **Saving and Reviewing Votes**
– If you are not ready to submit your final ballot:
1. Log out using the button in the top-right corner.
2. Revisit the login page and enter your license number along with your newly created credentials.
– This ensures your progress is saved for later completion.

6. **Submitting Your Final Ballot**
– When ready, click the **“Submit My Final Ballot”** button to finalize your vote.
– After submission:
– You can view your ballot but will no longer be able to make edits.
– A confirmation email with a copy of your ballot will be sent to you.

7. **Important Notes**
– Ensure all selections are accurate before submitting your final ballot.
– Contact support if you encounter any issues with login or voting.

This outline provides a structured guide for completing the WHTA Horse of the Year voting process efficiently and accurately before the deadline.