Eastern NE Weather Update

Per the request of a competitor from Central Nebraska, I want to let all of you competitors/grooms/instructors/supporters know that to date the LEC show is still on for this weekend. Repeat: NOT CANCELED. If there should be some change in plans I will post them on the blog immediately!

To date (and I've probably cursed it now) Lincoln hasn't gotten that much rain. Both the show rings will be outside. Last I heard the rings were a little slick, but not too bad.

My interpretation of Accuweather's Forecast for this weekend in Lincoln is that there will be some showers/storms on and off for the rest of the week but it should be clear on Saturday and Sunday for the show.

There is indoor warm-up at LEC.

Scratched Off

I haven't shown in a dressage show in a long time. Of course, this means I don't have some of the things you regular competitors already have on-hand. Last week I made myself a little list of all the things I would need to compete this coming weekend. I paid special attention to the little things that I always seem to be missing.

Yesterday, after work I started on my list. Sure, the show isn't until Saturday but do I really want to run around town like a crazy person on Friday night looking for a black belt? Not so much. Last night I had the time to find most of the things I needed, in the colors I wanted (did I mention I'm crazy about coordinating colors?). I can take: polo shirts, a black belt, hair restraints, knee high socks, pink gatorade and towels off my list.

After work today I need to track down a better looking rain coat, a pair of black gloves, and some Clorox 2. After that I'm good to go! I'll be ready to pack my groom's bag by Thursday night!

LEC Closing Date UPDATE

The closing date for the LEC Almost Summer Galas I &II has BEEN EXTENDED to May 25th. All entries must be postmarked by that date.

Sign up today!

Lincoln Equestrian Center is a great place to show. We have lots of warm-up area, both indoor and outdoor. Our new outdoor dressage arena has been completed. The footing is lovely! There are semi-permanent stalls for competitors, as well as some openings inside the main barn.

Not to mention the competitors party, that will take place June 2nd after the last ride. What fun. Oh, and I have it on good authority that there will be door prizes.

So sign up already!

LEC Closing Date Reminder

Closing date for the LEC Almost Summer Gala I & II is MAY 18th. That's THIS FRIDAY!!!

P.S. This would be a GREAT show to squeeze in those needed NDA Volunteer hours! How many have you racked up this year?