IN THIS ISSUE:

1 President’s Letter

2 Workday Success

3 Test Your Dressage Skills

3 Walk the Line

4 Making Memories

8 Board Members

Masterson Equestrian Trust Foundation is a nonpro� t foundation dedicated to the preservation of Masterson Station Park for use by all equestrian enthusiasts and to the improvement and enhancement of facilities and services available to the equestrian public. MET acts as an advocate for all MSP equine enthusiasts, thus strengthening Lexington’s distinction as the Horse Capital of the World.

Advocate • Enhance • Protect

What Does MET DO?

Have you ever wondered just what it is that the Masterson Equestrian Trust (MET) Foundation board actually does? How does this group achieve its mission of “preserving and improving Masterson Station Park facilities and services for equestrian activities?”

� e MET board consists of volunteers who meet on a monthly basis to discuss just these issues. As riders, equine enthusiasts and passionate supporters of equine-accessible green space in Lexington, this diverse board has lots of ideas on how to keep Masterson equine friendly! � e board works in partnership with Lexington/Fayette County Urban Government’s (LFUCG) Department of Parks and Recreation to identify projects that further the mission of the MET Foundation and achieve Parks & Rec’s goal of providing and maintaining open space for a multitude of user groups.

Of course, it takes money to accomplish these things! To this end, MET hosts a number of events to raise funds for maintaining and improving the equestrian facilities and to get people out to enjoy the equestrian facilities. Many of you are familiar with the annual MET Bene� t Hunter/Jumper Show, the cross-country schooling day, the Jump Around night, and the new, but incredibly popular, MET Hunter Pace. We also hold an annual Work Day to allow everyone who loves riding at the Park to be able to give back in a di� erent way–with a little sweat equity and elbow grease! � ese facilities are a gem and it’s up to each one of us to keep them up to the best of our abilities.

If this sounds interesting to you, reach out to one of the Board members (listed both in this newsletter and on our website at mastersonequestrian.org) and let them know that in the future, you may be interested in learning more about becoming a MET board member. You can help play a role in preserving these great facilities for genera-tions to come.

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the annual MET Bene� t Hunter/Jumper Show, the cross-country schooling day, the Jump Around night, and the new, but incredibly popular, MET Hunter Pace. We also hold an annual Work Day to allow everyone who loves riding at the Park to be able to give back in a di� erent way–with a little sweat equity and elbow grease! � ese facilities are a gem and it’s up to each one of us to keep them

If this sounds interesting to you, reach out to one of the Board members (listed both in this newsletter and on our website

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Work Day Success!

Masterson Equestrian Trust held their annual Work Day at the end of September and once again it was a resounding success! Over 40 volunteers helped paint the gates and repair fence boards on the hunter ring; paint jump standards and poles; waterproof barrels donated from

Alltech; weed the water jumps; and install the perimeter trail signs. We are so thankful for all the volunteers who help keep the Park looking great! We couldn’t do it without you! We also would not be able to keep the Park in such great shape without the help of Kentucky Back Country Horsemen, who so kindly continue to loan us the use of their trailer and tools to keep the Park looking top-notch.

Door Prize Donations: • Equestrian Events, Inc.• Harrington Mill Farm• Julie Congleton• Karen Winn• Kentucky Performance

Products, LLC• McCauley Bros., Inc. • Wise Choice Tack

…and many more!

Door prizes were generously provided to thank Work Day volunteers.

Jump standards got a new coat of paint during the 2016 Work Day.

MET is so thankful for all the hard-working volunteers who gave back to the Park!

Hunter ring repair was a Work Day priority.

Save the Dates 2017

APRIL 8-9 Spring Bay Horse Trials

APRIL 14-15 MET Bene�t Hunter Jumper Show

MAY 13Annual Sayre Horse Show

JUNE-AUGUST Summerbird Dressage (Wednesday evenings)

JUNE 17-18MidSouth Tetrathlon Rally

AUGUST 5 Horse Aid Live

SEPTEMBER MET Annual Workday

NOVEMBERMET Annual Hunter Pace

Watch our Facebook page and website for more details.

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Test Your Dressage Skills at Summerbird

Walk �e Line

If you happen to take a hack around the perimeter of Masterson Station Park this fall, you will see some additional signs in place. �e

Perimeter Trail marks the entire 4.35-mile loop around the Park, beginning at the trail head near the le-hand corner of the hunter ring.

Easily read from horseback, the signs will be helpful to both those equestrians planning a casual trail ride to serious competitors working on their horse’s �tness.

Like many facets of the Park, the trail is multi-use, meaning that it can be used by runners, cyclists, horseback riders and those out for a casual stroll. Please be aware of those around you and make them aware of your presence in a friendly way.

Bring your horse out to Masterson any Wednesday during June, July and August for the opportunity to ride in front of USEF “r” judge Julie Congleton and FEI rider Judi Tudor. Just $10 per ride, simply show up any time from 4 p.m. until dusk, and let the judge know what test you plan to ride. Located

in the dressage rings at the top of the hill, park your trailer at the indoor, hack to the dressage pads and warm up in any of the open rings.

Summerbird Dressage is a great way to get your horse o� the farm and test his dressage skills in a low-stress, friendly environment.

New Perimeter Trail signage is in place around the Park.

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Janet Curran: I love Masterson because of the history and memories of my teen years 40-some odd years ago, as well as my daughter’s memories made in the last 10. Masterson has a big place in my heart.

Sarah Jax: � e XC schooling is the best!

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT MASTERSON STATION PARK?

Carol Scherbak: To have a city park dedicated to horses in the Horse Capital of the World is phenomenal! No matter what type of horse or type of riding you do, the Park is there for everyone to enjoy.

MSP Equestrian program trail ride - 1987

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With your support, Masterson can keep making memories for generations to come.

Margaret MacLachlan: I love everything about it! One thing that makes it better than other places is the jumps!

Kathy Lindsey: � e simple fact that Masterson exists for the horse community...is a blessing we should all be thankful for.

Mandy Alexander: Masterson is and always will be my happy place. I took lessons there as a kid and now many, many years later, I still enjoy having access to beautiful parkland to ride my horses and school xc, as well as visit local shows and picnic. It’s a Lexington treasure that I hope is around for more than my lifetime!

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Individual Donors

TRUSTEE Equine Medical AssociatesPaul MulhollemMid South Eventing and Dressage Association In memory of Nancy NewtonDr. and Mrs. Michael SekelaMarty Truax FRIEND LeAnn RossChelsea Smith SPONSORDr. and Mrs. Joseph BarkJennifer CaveFord and Suzanne CumminsEquestrian Events, Inc. In memory of Nancy NewtonMary Lynn Garrett In memory of Nancy NewtonHunton & Williams In memory of Nancy NewtonMartha and Dave MerryCarolyn Moore In memory of Shawnee and Lady

Masterson Equestrian Trust Donors and Sponsors

� e gift that keeps giving all year longConsider making a donation to Masterson Equestrian Trust Foundation.

Your gift will go toward improving and maintaining the equine facilities at Masterson Station Park, a gift that keeps on giving.

Go to mastersonequestrian.org today to donate online or print out a donation form.

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Jennifer O’Neill In memory of Nancy NewtonEileen Phethean In memory of Nancy NewtonDermot and Emma QuinnShelley Ryan In memory of Nancy NewtonMorley � ompsonMeg Upchurch In memory of Nancy NewtonAshley VanMeterVicki WarrenStanley Wiggs In memory of Nancy NewtonJane Winegardner In memory of Nancy NewtonErin Woodall

CONTRIBUTOR American Association of Equine PractitionersSarah AndresSusan Bachner In memory of Nancy NewtonJane Burns Duna Combs In memory of Nancy NewtonCatherine Donworth In memory of Nancy Newton

Nan and Tink Eichell In memory of Nancy NewtonNina Hand In memory of Nancy NewtonBertha Hayden In memory of Nancy NewtonMike Kirby In memory of Nancy NewtonSarah KleintopTom and Kathy Kluemper Connie Jehlik Michael and Kate Lach In memory of Nancy NewtonKathleen Lillich In memory of Nancy NewtonMary LowryMargaret MacLachlanLiz Holtz Messaglia In memory of Nancy NewtonElisha MoreheadPamela Newton In memory of Nancy NewtonBrigid Niedenzu In memory of Betsy FishbackTina Peter In memory of Nancy NewtonJulie PetersonKelly Quick In memory of Nancy NewtonWilliam Quisenberry In memory of Nancy NewtonChad Ross In memory of Nancy NewtonSayre School In memory of Nancy NewtonChelsea and Mark Smith In memory of Nancy NewtonWayne and Mary Margaret SterlingSusan Stempel In memory of Nancy NewtonLesley WardStanley Wiggs In memory of Dean JarboeSheila Woerth In memory of Knute WoerthErin Woodall In memory of Nancy Newton

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President’s Letter

How many equestrians have access to a facility like Masterson Station Park and don’t have to pay a dime to use it? Not many! All who have enjoyed the equestrian facilities at Masterson appreciate them, but we need to remember that there is always

pressure for development of open spaces. I urge all of you to make good use of Masterson’s equestrian facilities and

help advocate for this gem that we have here in the Horse Capital of the World.

Happy Trails, Jill Stowe (� ing 2)

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2016 Corporate Sponsors

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Kentucky Performance Products, LLCMcCauley Bros.

Hunter Jumper Horse Show Sponsors and Contributors

SHOW SPONSORKentucky Performance Products, LLC

SUPPORTING SPONSORS Kentucky Equine Education Project Foundation OCD PelletsPark Equine HospitalPM Advertising

DAY SPONSORSFoalphotos.comWinStar Far

DIVISION SPONSORLifto� Equestrian

CLASS SPONSORSAnimal Hospital of NicholasvilleKBC Horse SuppliesSche� elridge FarmTopline Communications Woodford Hounds

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Fan mail.

IN-KIND CONTRIBUTORS � e Jockey Club � oroughbred Incentive ProgramNori Sche� elBluegrass Pony Club

WORK DAY SPONSORSJulie CongletonEquestrian Events, Inc.Harrington Mill FarmKentucky Performance ProductsMcCauley Bros., Inc.Karen WinnWise Choice Tack

Masterson Equestrian Trust Board MembersPresidentJill StoweNicholasville, KY  Vice PresidentPeggy Entrekin Versailles, KY

SecretariesMandy AlexanderWalton, KY

Sarah ColemanLexington, KY

TreasurerKaren WinnLexington, KY Kristen Brennan Lexington, KY

Nancy BowlingNicholasville, KY

Joey ClarkLexington, KY

Julie CongletonMidway, KY

Mary Fike Shelbyville, KY

Tim MagillVersailles, KY

Lynn MilesLexington, KY

Christine SiegelNicholasville, KY

Jenny Van Wieren-PageLexington, KY

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Karen IsbergSally LockhartDan RosenbergStanley WiggsHank Zeitlin

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� ank You to Our Generous

Corporate Sponsors

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Want to be a Friend of MET? “Friends of MET” is a new outreach initiative on behalf of Masterson Equestrian Trust in an e� ort to expand its support of MET’s mission by creating a network of individuals, organizations, and businesses who utilize the Park as well as those who support it. By becoming a Friend of MET, you will be able to stay up-to-date on what is happening at Masterson Station Park as well as be an advocate for the Park. Friends of MET share the common goal of ensuring the Park’s beautiful equine facilities and its open spaces will be around for future generations.

Interested in becoming a Friend of MET? Email friendofmet@gmail.com for more information.