Hot Fun in the Summertime at Champagne Run H.T.

Ashley Maul and Melanie McGuire take a dramatic leap into the water. Photo by Leslie Wylie. Ashley Maul and Melanie McGuire take a dramatic leap into the water. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

It was a scorcher at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Champagne Run H.T. over the weekend — I’m sure I’m not the only rider who found their way to the campground pool!

Starter through Intermediate level divisions ran from Friday through Sunday, and as usual the event ran like a well-oiled machine. You can check out final scores here.

A few sights and sounds from around the barns and out on course:

Boyfriend of the year Zach Hulbert takes Karlie Slaton's Beginner Novice ride Risky Romance out for a walk. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Boyfriend of the year Zach Hulbert takes Karlie Slaton’s Beginner Novice ride Risky Romance out for a walk. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

So. Hot. Out. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

So. Hot. Out. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

The struggle is real. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

The struggle is real. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Elaina Anglin and Wingman are clearly enjoying themselves on their way to a clear cross country round in the Prelim/Training division. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Elaina Anglin and Wingman are clearly enjoying themselves on their way to a clear cross country round in the Prelim/Training division. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Gotta keep those white stockings sparkling! Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Gotta keep those white stockings sparkling. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Muck boots are called muck boots for a reason! Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Muck boots are called muck boots for a reason! Photo by Leslie Wylie.

3, 2, 1 ... have a great ride! Kelsey Boos and Watership Down Titan. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

3, 2, 1 … have a great ride! Kelsey Boos and Watership Down Titan. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Jennifer Meister guides Storm Current around the Starter show jumping course. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Jennifer Meister guides Storm Current around the Starter show jumping course. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Filming riders from atop the isle of flamingos. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Filming riders from atop the isle of flamingos. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Deborah Iezzi and Manchester make it look easy. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Deborah Iezzi and Manchester make it look easy. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Senior Training Rider competitors Emily Rausch and Tobias make their way back to the barn after cross country. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Senior Training Rider competitors Emily Rausch and Tobias make their way back to the barn after cross country. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

Go Eventing.