May 8, 2013
The staff at Mid States Horse Shows would like to express a HUGE THANK YOU to all the exhibitors, and their crews, that braved the elements for the Mid States Spring Horse Show. We put in a big effort to make the best of the challenging conditions, but it would not have been possible without you!
It certainly will be a show to remember!
From the Derby to Departure:
Competition at the Mid States Spring Show continued on Sunday with the $2500 USHJA National Hunter Derby. A total of 8 entries were on hand to tackle the course set by Rian Beals in the Indoor ring of the North Iowa Events Center.
All the Derby horses were allowed to compete in a warm-up class that was held before the actual start of the Derby to allow for proper schooling. However, for the first time since the blizzard there were schooling fences available in one of the outdoor rings to help the horses and riders prepare for the class.
At the completion of the first round Kim Barone of Watertown, MN found herself sitting in 1st and 2nd place aboard Dark Chocolate, and Cyril respectively. As competition continued during the Handy round several riders put down quality trips. In the end the judges, Joe and Fran Dotoli, determined Dark Chocolate to be the winner of the Handy round with a base score of 85, plus 4 for the high options, and 9 points added for the Handy points. This secured Kim and Dark Chocolate the overall win for the $2500 USHJA National Hunter Derby!! CONGRATULATIONS KIM!!
CONGRATULATIONS KIM AND DARK CHOCOLATE!!!
The Jumper program began around 10:15AM in what is normally Hunter ring 1. The management decided that the footing was good enough to return outside, but that Hunter 1 was in better condition that the Grand Prix field. So the hard working crew began building a jumper course outside. Since this occurred, a jumper class has been held in every ring on the fairgrounds at some point during the long run of Mid States Horse Shows.
Since we were able to return to the outdoor ring with the Jumper schedule the Horse Show concluded at a reasonable hour, which allowed for everyone to pack up and travel home safely. In addition as the day progressed the Sun began to make a more pronounced appearance. By the end of the day you could see the crew guys loading 
up the trailer in T-shirts!!
It was truly amazing to see the weather change so dramatically from Schooling day to Departure Day!!
As we move forward, the staff at Mid States Horse Shows is excited about warmer weather and increased entries for the upcoming Summerfest and Summer Shows! So pack your gear, load your trailers, and we’ll see you in Mason City in June!!
DJU
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