Month: January 2022

Help Wanted: Grants Pass Downs Seeks Director Of Racing

Grants Pass Downs in Oregon is seeking a new Director of Racing.

The Director of Racing is responsible for the condition of the racing facilities in general, and specifically the condition of the track. The Director of Racing ensures the track and backside are built to standards with an eye to the safety of the horses, jockeys, horsemen and horsewomen and staff. The person in this position oversees construction and maintenance of all types and to all facilities. The Director of Racing ensures compliance with all matters pertaining to racing.

We are looking for individuals who can work outdoors in all weather conditions, who can stand and walk for several hours at a time, and able to work in the vicinity of horses. We need someone who can work a flexible schedule based on business needs which may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The job is conditioned upon the selected applicant obtaining an ORC license and passing a drug test.

Grants Pass Downs is a fun, friendly environment. We work hard and have a good time doing it.

To apply, send a resume to careers@theflyinglark.com

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Ask The Expert: Ice Management And Prevention

Question: The December rains and strange weather has turned my property into an ice skating rink. What can I do to make my paddocks safer for myself and my horses?

University of Minnesota Extension responds: Ice is a major safety concern for both horses and their owners. The first step to ice management is prevention. Before the ground freezes, try to provide channels for water to flow away from alleyways, turn out sheds, and areas that horses frequently gather. Gutters on barns and sheds are also recommended as long as they direct water away from high traffic areas. When the temperature is below freezing, avoid dumping or draining whole water tanks, larger buckets, or automatic waterers into paddocks. Finally, when plowing or blowing snow, it is best to move as much snow as possible into areas where the water will drain away from paddocks and alleyways. However, use caution with this approach as melting after snow removal can lead to slick surfaces.

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When there is a build-up of ice, poultry grit, sand, and fresh manure are options to help increase traction. Avoid using straw, hay, or fresh shavings as these tend to slide over the ice and will not provide consistent traction. When using grit or sand, make sure to feed horses away from the area, or provide hay and grain in feeders off the ground so that horses do not accidentally ingest the substrate. When temperatures are not too cold, pure salt can be used to speed melting, but should be used in moderation. The effect of salt on horse hooves has not been researched and prolonged exposure has unknown consequences. Additionally, avoid applying salt and sand at the same time as horses may accidentally ingest the sand while licking the salt. Finally, ensure that your horse has the best traction from their hooves. Regularly removing built-up snow and ice from hooves will help the hoof better grip ice and snow and will reduce slipping and falling.

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Indiana Stallion Season Auction Runs Through January 10

The Indiana Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Associations' 2022 Stallion Season Auction, hosted by Starquine.com, opens Friday, Jan. 7 at 9 p.m. and runs through Monday, Jan. 10 at 6 p.m.

ITOBA is proud to offer a lineup of 80 stallions from Indiana, Kentucky, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania and Oklahoma.

Buying a season in the ITOBA Stallion Season Auction has benefits. The resulting Indiana-bred foals of the auction are eligible for over $250,000 in purses, breeders, owners and stallion awards and bonuses. It is the only stallion season auction that puts money in Indiana purse accounts.

ITOBA is excited to partner with Starquine to provide the opportunity to promote these stallions and provide these benefits.

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