WEG Coverage: Let the packing begin...

OK, So I have decided to opt for a blog upgrade :) I have enjoyed my Skeldale Farms blog so much that I am leaping into the official blog world with my new and improved blog "The Direct Rein".  Not only will this new include updates for Skeldale Farms, it will also host a variety of blog topics....medical issues, training, horse tips, farm management, competition reviews just to name a few.

The first, and probably most exciting, topic The Direct Rein will cover is the World Equestrian Games in Lexington Kentucky! Yes, the games have begun and I plan to take you all along with me as I head that way and experience as much of the wonder as I can. Since I don't have a fancy sponsor, I won't be able to attend all 16 days of competition...but I think I am still pretty lucky and will be able to report on 8-9 days of the my WEG adventure! I hope you're packing...cause it's almost time to go!!

 Having been lucky enough to watch the opening ceremonies on NBC,

I am now more excited than ever to be part of this incredible adventure!

But what will this adventure bring...or rather, what should I bring to be prepared for this adventure?? With the whirr of the washing machine in the background, I sit and ponder all of the things I will need to bring along. Of course, "good walking shoes" makes the top of the list...but really? how many pairs? What if my feet get sore in my river boots? Will my tennies get all wet? All very important things to consider.  Then comes the matter of a camera! Should I risk the extra 'bulkiness' and bring the Handi-cam along? How many sets of batteries? So you can see...packing, as not only a girl, but a horse girl, can be rather complicated. LOL. feel free to laugh and point, I know I'm pathetic! :)
The weather report is just one of the things that I am really looking forward too....it is supposed to be just amazing weather!! NOTHING like what we have been cursed with here lately.  I mean...sunny, 70s and a nice breeze...does it really get any better than that??
We are set to head to Lexington here shortly...First on the agenda is our volunteer check-in and uniform pick up - followed by our XC "dress rehearsal". I am really looking forward to seeing what kinds of crazy fences the course gods have come up with for this one!! Will the Teddy (Theodore O'Conner) jump finally be revealed?

As I gather all my spectator supplies,

 highlight the "must see" activities

and constantly check the weather...

I wish you all a wonderful day!