from the Harness Horse Breeders of New York State

Latham, NY — A seminar for new and prospective owners, sponsored by the Agriculture and New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund and hosted by Harness Horse Breeders of New York State, will be held at Tioga Downs on Saturday, August 13.

This seminar will provide valuable information for new, prospective and rookie owners and focus on all aspects of horse ownership. The seminar will start at 1:30 p.m. and includes a meal and live racing.

The seminar will cover the rewards and risks of horse ownership, actual costs, choosing young horses or claimers and how to choose a trainer. Participants will also have the opportunity to tour the racing facility and meet the race secretary and the presiding judge. They will also visit a trainer’s stable and talk with owners.

Tuition is $20 per person or $30 per couple and includes the seminar and materials, dinner, live racing, a one-year subscription to Hoof Beats magazine, Pathway certificate, membership to HHBNYS and follow-up services.

The seminar requires advance registration. For more information or to register for the seminar, please call Harness Horse Breeders at 518.785.5858 or e-mail info@hhbnys.com.