a quality job is done in record time. At the same time the foot- ing is going in, another team of workers are setting up the stalls and schooling ring in the indoor stabling area. “The footing has to be moist in order not to create a dust
bowl, so we wet it down as it goes in.” commented David Distler, who along with Ridland manages the show. Together a great team when the real pressure is on and last minute decisions often need to be made quickly. In fact, crossing every “t” and dotting every “i” is a driving
force for those behind making sure this show continues the traditions it started 53 years ago. It is a staff and manage- ment priority to ensure that those who make the long jour- ney East are glad they did. “I think it’s important for West Coast riders to make the trip to Washington to represent the West. If we show there
is a strong group of riders from the West that show at this level, then not only can we have a voice at shows like Washington, but one day maybe we can have a show of this caliber on the West Coast,” com- mented noted rider and Californian John French. French along with fellow Cali-
Archie Cox John French
fornian Archie Cox are both on the WIHS Board of Directors, which gives the entire Board a West Coast Birdseye view. “I think I can give the Board insight from many perspectives, I am a rider, a trainer, and a cheerleader. I can then go back home and help generate interest and inspire more West Coast riders and trainers to take the journey East to Washington,” commented Cox. Karen Healey also makes the long jour-
ney East every year with her top junior riders who compete in the prestigious WIHS Equitation Finals. When asked what inspires her, she responded, “The Washington International is the last show
"The Washington International is the last show that we have of its kind where we actually show in a cosmopolitan atmosphere." ~ Karen Healey
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