start a day early just to satisfy all the requests for his time. He also served as
a Working Equitation judge in the schooling show and provided us with his
entertaining dry wit.
The Working Equitation demo by Antonio Garcia Roldán, from Harras
Dos Cavaleiros was inspiriting for everyone who participates in the sport.
The precision and elegance of his ride made it look easy. Bruce W. Menke
put on a Working Equitation schooling show, in which every slot was totally full. Riders had a great time and learned a lot competing in the three
phases of the sport at every possible level. Many thanks to Bruce and
the cadre of volunteers for doing all the support work required with the
schooling show.
There were two informative clinicians whose presentations held the
group’s attention, and provided answers to their many questions. Piper
Norton, DVM, spoke about what problems breeders should look for in
their new foals and even told us how to avoid them when possible. Dr. Parker, also a veterinarian, works for the state of Texas, and spoke about recent veterinary concerns that equines in Texas face this year.
We were treated to a n amazing dinner, consisting of two different types of Paella, which tasted like it was shipped
in from Spain. There was a seafood Paella, and also a Chicken and vegetable Paella. It was so popular, that not even
one grain of rice was left in the any of the huge pans.
Everyone who attended Mayfest would agree that the Champion Stallion and Champion Mare of the event were
Walter and Judy Henslee. They worked diligently to make everyone feel like they were family, and their beautiful
Rancho Del Lago was home to all who were visiting. People came from all over the country to participate and share
in the fun of Mayfest. When people ask “What was it like in the old days when P.R.E.s were just being introduced
into the USA?” You can say it was a lot like Mayfest. It was fun.
If Mayfest sounds intriguing to you and you would like to have an event like this in your area…………you can! The
Foundation is here to help and make it happen. It is a win-win situation for everyone involved and helps promote
the breed in a very positive way. Simply contact us at 505.294.0800 or [email protected] and we will help make it
happen. Don’t forget to make plans for Mayfest 2015!
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