The Three Champions

Blitzer, Basquian and Gold Star Deputy have won 36 races between the three of them, 18 of these being stake races.

They now enjoy each others company as the Adena South pony's with their rides Jose, Efrin and Reuben.

Barracuda Boy

Horse Race North Dakota and the North Dakota Horse Park are pleased to announce the arrival of their new “Equine Ambassador”, the horse Barracuda Boy. Through a partnership with the Adena Springs Farm Retirement Program, Horse Race North Dakota has acquired graded stakes winning gelding to serve as the Fargo, North Dakota racetrack’s official mascot and public ambassador. By same sire as the filly Eight Belles (Unbridled’s Song) and survivor of a racing injury himself, Barracuda Boy and his story of triumph over injury will become the cornerstone of Horse Race North Dakota’s public education program during the live race meet and throughout the year at area horse shows, horse expos, etc.

For more information check out www.hrnd.org

Mr Big Cat

These are a few pictures from Mr. Big Cat's very first show. We are really enjoying him, he is such a great horse!

Grand Success

Here is Grand Success son of El Prado (Ire) with his new owner Gillian enjoying retirement from racing. Grand Success was retired in June 2007 and has made an easy transition into his new career.

One Sweet Lady

One Sweet lady has a new home in Kentucky, Here she is with her own little girl Kiera!

Gun Barrel

Gunner was retired spring 2007 and is enjoying his new job as a lead pony for trainer Justin Nixon. He had no problem adjusting to his new job and loves to helping out his racing friends. He is a son of Adena Stallion El Prado (Ire).

King Stag: Adopted December 2006

“King is doing amazing!!!” He settled in so well. Everyone here calls him the big puppy dog because he just loves people and follows me around everywhere. He is very playful you would never guess he was once a race horse. His dressage is amazing. We started jumping this fall and he is very bold and so proud of himself. It has been a lot of fun working with a young horse and I cannot thank you enough for the opportunity.”

Royal Regalia: Adopted February 2007

“Reggie is great….I ride him often and do a lot of hacking I plan to continue to work him through the winter. I have not entered the hunt field with him yet however I am hoping next spring he will hunt.”

Lake Skimmer: Adopted February 2005

Skimmer has been showing lightly since 2005. This year was his first serious year competing in western shows including Barrel Racing and pole Bending.

Skimmer has had a great summer he finished reserve champion in the adult games at the Tottenham show and was the Durham Saddle Club 2007 Champion. Lake Skimmer has also shown in the youth division with a young rider and lead line with our 3 year old daughter. Skimmer has always been a gentleman.

Mark One: Adopted June 2007

Mark has without a doubt one of the best equine personalities I have ever known. He has settled well from his awesome racing career and has proven to be the worlds greatest trail horse that not only likes to be the one “infront” but also acts as a lead pony for his paddock friend Wiz. You can find Mark with Wiz almost every afternoon hacking through the Vivian forest with their three canine pals, Pre, Kip and Millie.

Montezuema's Gold: Adopted June 2005

Monty is doing great! He is a sensitive and kind horse. He has currently been working with children in the Gaits to Growth program in lexington Kentucky. Monty a versatile horse has also been doing training for eventing, he has an amazing jump and shows to be very willling.

Hardballer: Adopted 2007

Hardballer alias "Bert" has been such a great addition to our family. We ride for pleasure and his first trail ride showed what a big heart and adventurous spirit he has. I work at a nursing home and have taken some of the residents to the farm and they are delighted to give him his favourite treat...carrots. He soaks up all the attention he gets from everyone. We are thankful for the chance we had to adopt him. It is a great program!

Rocking Bird - Adopted 2006

Rocking Bird, A.K.A. "The Bird" is now enjoying his new life training to be a fine event horse. He has taken very well to his new life and gets a steady supply of scotch mints to keep his breath fresh.

Jack - Adopted July 2006

Jack is one of a kind! He participates in our Equine Guided Education and lesson programs. He is quite lazy so he really makes the kids work! He loves to be social and he is very protective of any horse in the field that is being picked on. He loves Molly's pony and waits for him at the gate whenever he is turned out without him. The other day Molly said, "It's so nice, it's like your friend not going to play on the playground until you get there". We love him!

Jack is unique, he was a twin at birth and never grew any taller then 14.2hh therefore never raced or trained. Jack is happily part of the Gaits to Growth program in Kentucky.

Mongolia - Adopted November 2007

Mongolia (aka The Goose) joined my family at the end of November. He is a big sweetheart, and has been no trouble at all. I am very excited about building a wonderful relationship with Goose. I love his kind and playful personality. I plan to slowly develop his natural athletic build and see where the journey takes us. I am very grateful to all of the wonderful people at Adena Springs for their dedication to this program, and for giving me the opportunity to adopt Goose.

Royal Chief

Royal Chief “Gatsby” is settling into life as a hunter. His attention seeking personality easily makes him the barn comedian. He enjoys his daily turnout and loves playing with the toys in his stall. He is a neat little guy and I hope to make it to the show ring with him this summer.

Safari Man

Safari Man is doing wonderfully. Vanessa and Safari have truly become best friends and his training is coming along very well.

Bear Rock

Bear is coming along really well. We recently attended our first show and he was a star. He's a great guy and I'm really looking forward to the rest of this season!

Tornado Trail

I adopted a beautiful thoroughbred "Tornado Trail" from Adena in the fall of 2005. He’s doing great! I am currently riding him in dressage and he’s doing very well!! He’s a very smart boy! Everyone loves his cute and playful personality! He’s spoiled to death in every which way and I love him to death. He makes me a proud mommy. :)