Darke County Fair Open Show - August 21, 2011

Haylie & I took Felix & Falco to the Darke County Fair's Open Show on Sunday, August 21st. Both horses looked awesome (with the help of their fake tails lol) and they both did really well. It started raining right before our class, but it still went ok.

We showed in two easy-gaited classes. Haylie took 5th in the horsemanship/equitation class but neither of us placed in the pleasure class. We aren't sure the judges knew what to make of our racking horses - although we are still 'easy gaited', it's not the smooth look they are accustomed to seeing with the walking horses. We were also told the judge didn't even know what gaits to call during the class - which isn't a good indicator that they have judged many horses like ours.

Regardless, it was a good experience for both of them - and anytime I get to dress up in fun clothes and ride my horse is always a good day for me! :)