THE END

This is the last, final, end of the road posting for the 16-17 winter blog. We are safely sitting at home waiting for tomorrow's snow to reveal what we missed. Just send a email if you would like me to expand on anything posted. Most things have additional photographs. What's next? We have no idea. I will let you know.

Kentucky Horse Park

We took a break on the trip home, as it turned out a NEEDED break, do not drive when Michiganders have to get home from spring break, and visited the Kentucky Horse Park. It is a large and diverse program covering the subject and worth the time and money.

To your left as you enter is a walk to the grave of Man O War. The park does lean a bit to the $$$$ of horsey stuff and this guy was sort of the grandfather of the modern era.

The non-money aspect is not neglected. The draft horses in the Big Barn are interesting. We were told that tail braiding is NOT one of the first areas of training these fellows.

The show of the different breeds is neat. Usually the riders are in related costume to the horse. The weather put a hold on that but it is still worthwhile.

PASO FINO

QUARTER HORSE

SHIRE HORSE

Finally, by themselves outside the Big Barn, three little guys doing what they do best.