Before the eventing horses passed the first horse inspection yesterday, NAJYRC kicked off with Opening Ceremonies on Wednesday, complete with golf cart decorating challenges and team photos. Kim Parisan, mother of Area II’s Maddie Parisan, kindly sent us these photos from the Opening Ceremonies as well as the jog. Many thanks to Kim for chronicling her experiences for us!
From Kim:
We woke up to a cool crisp 53 degree morning on Wednesday in Kentucky. The weather is perfect for riders and horses; we even had to pull out the blankets for the horses. Most people had either a sweatshirt or jacket on this morning, but with the temperatures rising into the mid 70’s today, we will all be back in shorts. Compared to last years daunting heat and humidity, the cool, crisp air is a welcomed treat!
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- Area II Young Riders sit in Gold position after cross country. Photo by Kim Parisan.
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- Ribbons to be worn in memory of Judy Thayer.
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- Alexis Nelson and Total Eclipse – CH-J*
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- Sydney Solomon and Lillian Pink CBF – CH-J*
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- Madeline Mosing and Tako – CH-J*
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- Michaela Yowaiski and Darla Doll – CH-J*
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- Madeline Parisan and Hope to Star – CH-Y**
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- Madeline Parisan and her father, Steve, having a look at the triple bank. (Yes, Steve about had a heart attack)
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- Corn cob fence, which Madeline says looks fun!
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- Madeline’s selfie at the water complex
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- Hopefully the horses will jump the “horse” in the water!
