duqouin barrel race

Last weekend I went to the NBHA district finals is Du Qouin. and watched some really nice horses run some awsome runs. talked to several barrel racers about horses and such. the arena is a huge covered arena used for many equestrian events. last weekend it was barrel racing and this weekend it was a huge 3 day cutting. they have really good footing in that arena and the horses seemed to run fast is that pen. when i arrived i was greeted with condolences about my horse. I helped my friend get ready and watched her daughter (i think shes 3).  My friend won the 1D with a 15.01 run (i think) i forgot to bring the waivers to have everybody sign and i got sick (my allergies acted up) so i need to track everyone down again, but i learned more about barrel racing by talking to the pros.