by Emily Gaskin, for Hoosier Park

Anderson, IN — Ship-in training at Hoosier Park Racing & Casino will end Friday (March 9) and be closed through the weekend.

Horseman that were allotted stalls for the 2012 race meet will be allowed access to the backside on Saturday (March 10) to set up their barn area. Beginning Monday (March 12), horses will be allowed on the backside for stabling and the track will be open for training. Dormitories will also be available on Monday.

Training hours will be from 6 a.m.-1 p.m. daily throughout the entirety of the meet. The track will be dark on Sundays.