I was looking at this years Tevis entry list and
noticed that at least 7 horses that were at the Old Dominion ride this year are
planning to trek west a few thousand miles. They include four of the Top Ten 100
mile horses, one other 100 mile finisher, one that pulled RO, and one that
completed the 50 mile ride (which may have been harder) . Isn't this well
above the normal numbers that try this? John Crandell III and Heraldic
must have inspired a few folks.
The Tevis website posted a warning yesterday that
fire danger may cause ride cancellation this year. Is that normal? For
those who live in Cool California, it would be a bummer and a disapointment. For
those of us who have to leave a week or two early and travel several thousand
miles to get there it would be heartbreaking. (plus expensive)... Any ideas on
what the chances of cancellation are? What are you hearing from the Forest
Service?
