2009 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit Special Events
Friday, January 23
The Sanctuary Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Center Exhibitor Party
The Ocala Winter Circuit kicks off with a special off-site exhibitor party at The Sanctuary, located at 4727 Northwest 80th Avenue and Highway 27, down the road from HITS Post Time Farm. Come see what the Sanctuary has to offer your equine athlete. All are welcome! Remember the date and stay tuned for the time!
Thursday, February 5
HITS Ocala Winter Circuit Sponsor
Welcome Reception
Saturday, February 7
The Sanctuary Equine Sports Therapy and
Rehabilitation Center Exhibitor Party
For those of you just arriving at HITS Post Time Farm's AA Circuit, the Sanctuary extends a warm welcome by providing an Open House Exhibitor Party at its facility-all are welcome! Save the date and stay tuned for the time!
Thursday, February 12 |
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By Invitation Only. Jacket Required. Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club is proud to be the presenting sponsor of this exclusive art reception highlighting fine equine art. Guests must provide their invitations at the door. Proper dress required. The reception takes place from 6-10 pm.
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Central Equine Relay & Exhibitor Party |
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Central Equine, the source for quality horse sale advertisements, is sponsoring this unique, fun-filled exhibitor party where teams of three riders will compete in a Nations Cup format competition under the lights in the Grand Prix Arena.The event is limited to 12 teams, so sign-up today! All are welcome!
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HITS Ocala Golf Tournament |
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Opportunities for Golf Tournament sponsorships are still available. Please email Lisa@hitsshows.com for more information.
Friday, February 20
FarmVet Mardi Gras Exhibitor Party
6 pm - 8 pm at the HITS Restaruant
FarmVet wishes to thank all its clients with this special Mardi Gras party.
.All are welcome
World of the Horse |
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Numerous breeds of horses will be represented in a colorful parade sure to delight all horse lovers. The action takes place around noon in the Grand Prix ring prior to the $75,000 Strongid C 2X Grand Prix. Special demonstrations will take place during the day celebrating the World of the Horse. Stay tuned for more details!
Friday, February 27
HITS Ocala Star Search Exhibitor Party
7 pm at the HITS Restaurant
Back by popular demand it's the Second Annual HITS Ocala Star Search! Have you got what it takes to be a HIT? Move from the show ring to center stage and give it your all. A select panel of judges will provide you with words of wisdom as they judge the fun-filled competition. The food and drink start at 6pm and the talent is showcased beginning at 7pm. The winner will have the opportunity to sing the National Anthem prior to Sunday's $50,000 Purina Mill's Grand Prix!
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Arabian Nights-the world's greatest show on horses- takes center stage on Purina Mill's Kids Day presented by The Talking Phone Book prior to the $50,000 Purina Mills Grand Prix. Other fun filled family activities will include a bounce house, clowns, music and special kid-friendly exhibitions. This is a fun-filled family day that will bring a smile to everyone! HITS' Official Radio Station WTRS will be broadcasting on-site and activities kick off around noon!
USHJA International Hunter Derby
It was standing room only last year as hundreds of spectators stood alongside the Main Hunter Ring and watched the top hunters compete under the lights in this unique Hunter competition. Make sure to check at the show office for time.
Friday, March 13 Team Barber Exhibitor Party |
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Our Ocala veterinarians – Team Barber – sponsor this good old-fashioned country cook-out, complete with barbeque and country music!
All are welcome!
The $100,000 DeLuca Toyota Tundra Grand Prix |
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The Catena Leading Lady Award
sponsored by Catena, USA
Catena, USA will award the overall leading female Grand Prix rider who has won the most prize money in Grand Prix competition over the course of the eight week circuit with a Catena Swiss watch. Award presentation to take place after the
Grand Prix.
The Leading Lady Award
sponsored by Equine Medical Center of Ocala Stallion Services
Provides the circuit's overall high scoring Grand Prix mare with a free embryo transfer performed by Dr. Corey Miller.
The Ocala Style of Riding Award
Sponsored by HITS Ocala's Official City Publication, Ocala Style, the Ocala Style Award recipient is selected by the jumper judges at the Ocala Winter Circuit, the horseshow personnel in positions of knowledge, including the show management, back gate personnel, stewards, announcers and others over the course of the entire Circuit.
This special award will be given to the rider who exhibits the best American style of riding and possesses the respectful, dignified, courteous and workmanlike manner of a true sportsman on the 2009 Ocala Winter Circuit. The Ocala Style award will be presented prior to the $100,000 DeLuca Toyota Tundra Grand Prix presented by Great American Insurance Group.
The FarmVet Tack Room Award Competition
The Music Man Perpetual Trophy
sponsored by the Dolan Family
Awarded to the Pony Jumper rider who exhibits the best American style of riding and possesses the respectful, dignified, courteous and workmanlike manner of a true sportsman of the 2009 Ocala Winter Circuit.
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For information during the horse shows, please contact: HITS Post Time Farm | 13710 US Highway 27 | Ocala, FL 34482 352.620.2275 | fax: 352.620.2059 |
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For information prior to the start of the horse shows, please contact: HITS, Inc. | 319 Main St. | Saugerties, NY 12477 info@HitsShows.com | www.HitsShows.com 845.246.8833 | fax: 845.246.6371 |
