Pony Races

After the terrier races and carriages we watched the large and small pony races. Some people were there to win with pony sized Thoroughbreds and real racing saddles, and some were there to have fun. I really liked watching the small ponies, they came in all colors: pinto, palomino, appaloosa, buckskins, etc.. I think those kids are very brave to ride in these races and I really enjoyed photographing the activities in the paddock.


Nice little palomino pony butt:)


You look this way, I'll look the other.


Rider's up!


Call to the post.


Post parade.


Here they come, down the stretch!




Check back tomorrow from some photos from the horse races!

Mother's Day at the Races

I hope everyone had a great Mother's Day, I did! Today my mother got us free tickets to attend the Willowdale Steeplechase. The weather was brilliantly sunny and very windy but I managed to get some nice shots. I took over 100 photos so I thought I would break this post up over 2-3 days.
If you've never been to a steeplechase, it's a wonderful event for the whole family. Loads of activities for children, shopping, food, classic cars, carriages, Jack Russell races, pony races and horse races.




The morning started off with Jack Russell races.


Lot's of tailgating. I wish I had the money to do this! I believe the parking in this area is costs $375.


A lot of the outriders and carriage owners let children pet their horses. I love the pink braids on this sweet mare.



Gorgeous Chester County, PA landscape. The horse and rider complete the picture!


I just love this outrider's expression.


Antique cars, tailgating and dogs, a must at a steeplechase.


I loved this lady's turnout. She had a gorgeous bouquet of purple & white flowers next to her and her Clydesdale cross is named Fred. She let Zoe and I pet him.


Another nice hood ornament. Can you spot me?


Gorgeous carriages - I want one!!


Please check back for some race pictures!