by Scott Warren, for Vernon Downs

Vernon, NY — Vernon Downs will conduct its first qualifiers for the 2014 racing season on Tuesday (April 1) at 10:30 a.m. The entry box will close Monday (March 31) at 10 a.m.

Three more qualifiers are scheduled prior to opening night (April 11): Friday (April 4) at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday (April 8–Press Night) at 7 p.m. and Friday (April 11) at 10:30 a.m. The entry box for each qualifier will close at 10 a.m. the day before.

Vernon Downs requires a negative Coggins Test and EHV-1 vaccination certificate within one year. Horses shipping in must have a current Health Certificate within the last 30 days. This is required only for your first start.

Horsemen are also reminded that a racing application is required for everyone regardless of stabling on the grounds or not. To obtain one visit our website at www.vernondowns.com.