Callan Solem has three mounts aimed for HITS Ocala

Details: January 14, 2018; By SARA CAVANAGH

Callan Solem of Chester Springs, Pa., has three top mounts aimed for the 10 week HITS Ocala circuit that kicks off with an A rated, USEF 5* show on Jan. 16 and ends with a $1 million Grand Prix on Sunday, March 25.

HITS A competitor at HITSWhile Ocala is a major stop for Solem on the winter circuit, she also plans to show at other venues to keep her horses sharp.

"I will be showing on occasion in Ocala this year with Imogen de Regor, Davidson, and VDL Wizard," said Solem. "I think that it is nice for the horses to have some diversity in the winter circuit. Different venues, jump material, and footing keep the horses fresh and sharp."

"Ocala is home for me, too, so that is an added bonus," said Solem. "The Live Oak International will also be on our schedule if it looks like the World Cup Finals would be in range by March."

"Finally, the $1 million dollar Grand Prix that HITS offers in their final week is always a favorite." said Solem. "So much to look forward to this winter!"

THE HITS Ocala Winter Circuit offers exhibitors 10 consecutive weeks of shows with an extensive range of classes, offering over $4 million in prize money.

It features USEF National and Premier-Rated Hunters, 5* and 6* Jumpers, two USHJA International Hunter Derbies and qualifiers for the HITS Championship.

In February, HITS Post Time Farm will host the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup of the United States of America for the fourth consecutive year.

In 2002, HITS moved to Post Time Farm in Ocala, which calls itself the Horse Capital of the World.

With 450 acres, over 100 permanent turn-out paddocks, and 30 permanent barns, HITS Post Time Farm offers a world-class showing experience.

The first three HITS shows, the Classic, Jan 16-21, the Festival, Jan. 21-28, and the Premier, Jan. 30 - Feb. 4, are A rated and offer $50,000 Grand Prix.

The Winter Classic, Feb. 6-11, begins a series of AA rated shows and offers a $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby as well as a $50,000 Grand Prix.

The Winter Festival, Feb. 13-18, features a $265,000 Grand Prix on Friday and the $450,000 FEI Nations Cup on Sunday.

The Masters, Feb. 20-25, includes a $100,000 Grand Prix, and the Tournament, Feb. 27 - March 4, and the Finals, March 6-11, each offer $50,000 Grand Prix.

The Celebration, March 13-18, has a $100,000 Grand Prix.

The final show, the Championship, March 20-25, includes an Equitation Championship, a $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby and concludes with the $1 million Grand Prix on Sunday.