Show brings SHOT concept to Vernon, Texas

 ABILENE, TEXAS – It was rainy and muddy outside, but inside the Wilbarger County Events Center, more than 150 exhibitors and spectators enjoyed the first ever SHOT show in Vernon, Texas. The association had discussed hosting a show in the Red River Valley area, and partnered with the Archer County 4-H Horse Club to bring the event to life.

“We had planned to run two arenas plus the trail outside, but when the rain moved in, we stopped the show for about 30 minutes to divide the indoor arena into two show areas,” said SHOT Executive Director Kim Lindsey. “It caused the show to run longer, but the exhibitors were very understanding.”

 One hundred eleven exhibitors braved the elements for the Saturday show, competing in Reining, Cowhorse, Trail and Pleasure in six different divisions. Bringing a SHOT show to this part of Texas brought in several new members and first-time exhibitors. More than 60 riders participated in the clinic, which featured world renowned trainer Chris Littlefield, as well as Ben Baldus and Jimbo Humphreys.

The Wilbarger County Events Center provided a fabulous facility to get out of the elements and was well received by many competitors. Because of the success of the show, another SHOT clinic and show is already scheduled for September 10-11, 2010 in Vernon.

For more information on upcoming SHOT events, go to stockhorsetexas.org or call their office at (325) 672-6242.