[RC] Hillsdale Central Region AKA Sunflower Classic - Paul
I just talked to Randy and Joanie Bass who did the
timing for the ride. They had raw wintry weather there all weekend. Muddy trails
and windy conditions with spitting snow. But in true Endurance fashion, they
went on riding. Susan Keil, the Ride Manager, deserves better weather than
this. Last year they got ice stormed out.
There were 22 starters in the 25 mile ride.
One RO pull. Jim Burks finished first. Tonya Bear got BC.
There were 9 starters in the 50 with two pulls.
(wouldn't pulse down) Monica Chapman and Laura Marshall tied for first. In
a very rare occurrence, Betsy O'Shea got both the Turtle Award and Best
Condition. To finish is to win.
Obviously riders, the vets and management did a
great job in the welfare of the horse area under these very difficult
conditions.
