Mounted Police Instructors

 

Mounted Police Instructors for this year’s sensory clinic have extensive knowledge policing from horseback and in teaching civilian sensory clinics. The instructors will utilize techniques from the ground and under saddle to teach and build confidence in the horse to become a willing partner over and through various obstacles. The instructors have not only trained their respective units, but have trained mounted police officers and civilians from around the country and Canada over the years.

Captain Lisa Rakes

Sgt Dan Haun

Officer David Johnson

Trooper Roy Foster, Jr.

Equitation Instructors

Nancy Bowling – Has worked in various areas of the horse industry in Lexington, KY including supervising and teaching a NARHA accredited riding program and in member services for the American Hanoverian Society. She has been a Pony Club instructor, club leader and clinician. She rode with dressage master horseman Ed Rothkranz until his recent death.

Karen Covington – Officer Covington retired from the Lexington Division of Police in 2004, with twenty-five years of service to the community. She also served in the Mounted Police Unit during her time there. She has ridden and owned horses for thirty years and has completed many schools and clinics in furtherance of the equine educations. She has attended numerous dressage clinics and competes with various clinicians locally in dressage.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kerri Richardson
502.564.2611
502.330.6633
 
Terry Sebastian
502.564.2611
502.229.6130

Gil Lawson
502.564.4270
502.382.6596

Gov. Beshear announces Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games had economic impact of more than $201 million
Report: Visitors to event came from 63 countries, all 50 states

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 27, 2011) – The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games held in 2010 at the Kentucky Horse Park had an economic impact of $201.5 million, Governor Steve Beshear announced today.

“The World Equestrian Games were indeed a success and this report illustrates the positive result that our local and state governments, our sponsors, the many volunteers, the business community and the citizens of the Commonwealth working together can have.” Gov. Beshear said. “It also underscores the important role of the Kentucky Horse Park and the legacy the games will have for future years.”

Gov. Beshear, First Lady Jane Beshear, Alltech founder Dr. Pearse Lyons, Tourism, Arts and Heritage Secretary Marcheta Sparrow and Kentucky Horse Park Executive Director John Nicholson participated in the announcement today at the Kentucky Horse Park.

“The World Equestrian Games was a unique opportunity to reaffirm our standing as Horse Capital of the World, as well as promote tourism and business in Kentucky,” said Mrs. Beshear.  “To witness the event first-hand, from its inception to the closing ceremony of the final day, I am thrilled with its success and want to thank everyone who took part in creating and executing such a tremendous, historic event for our state.”

The Alltech World Equestrian Games were held Sept. 25 through Oct. 10, 2010, the first time the international event had been held outside of Europe. The games are composed of eight events – dressage, driving, endurance, eventing, jumping, para dressage, reining and vaulting.

According to the report commissioned by the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, the Alltech World Equestrian Games Foundation reported that it sold or provided complimentary tickets to 419,853 visitors. They came from 63 countries and all 50 states.

The economic impact took into account “direct” spending that accounted for $128.2 million. This includes guest spending at the Horse Park, lodging, restaurants, shopping centers and retail outlets.

It also considered “indirect” spending – $73.3 million – such as money spent for food and lodging suppliers, construction and other services that were needed to support the influx of guests.

The report found that $55.4 million was spent on tickets, food, souvenirs and other items at the event while $39.6 million was spent on lodging. The games also generated nearly $18.4 million in state taxes and nearly $4.6 million in local taxes, the report said.

“While these financial impact numbers are quite impressive and stronger than even anticipated, the impact extends far beyond the monetary evaluation,” said Dr. Lyons. “For years to come, our community will reap the benefits of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, from a new sense of community pride to statewide improvements and infrastructures that continue to drive tourism today.”

The study was conducted for the cabinet by Certec Inc. of Versailles. Information for the study was supplied by the World Games 2010 Foundation Inc., the Kentucky Horse Park, and the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet. An online version of the report is available at http://www.kentuckytourism.com/industry/research.aspx.

“The investment Gov. Beshear and the legislature made here at the Horse Park has already made this facility the best in the nation for equine-related events and organizations,” Lexington Mayor Jim Gray said. “The visibility the Games brought to our city and the investments the state made in Lexington to help our city host the Games – road improvements, a much improved gateway into our city and a new runway at the airport – have elevated Lexington’s brand as the Horse Capital of the World. The legacy and the economic impact of the Games have been remarkable.”

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games had a direct impact on passenger travel at Lexington’s Blue Grass Airport. In October 2010, passenger enplanements increased by 39 percent from the previous year, according to the airport’s 2010 annual report.

The airport and its partners hosted more than 700 private and corporate airplanes, provided security for international dignitaries, welcomed more than 460 international athletes and facilitated 18 special event charter flights, said Eric Frankl, executive director at Blue Grass Airport

“It was a privilege for the airport to serve as the gateway to central Kentucky for World Equestrian Games visitors,” he said. “The airport experienced one of its busiest months in airport history as a result of the collaborative effort put forth by our airlines, airport partners and staff to successfully handle an event of this magnitude.”

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Mark your calendars for the annual Southern Lights Stroll, Nov 24 and be the first to see this year's spectacular Southern Lights display! 

At the park entrance, visitors are welcomed by the majestic Man o' War Memorial. One of the greatest race horses to ever live, Man o' War symbolizes the courage, strength, and magnificence of all horses. The Visitor Information Center provides material detailing the park's attractions and special events. The theater offers the film "Thou Shalt Fly Without Wings." Filmed at locations throughout the world, the film focuses on man's relationship with the horse, providing an educational and exciting introduction to the park.

LEXINGTON, KY (September 2, 2010)  The Kentucky Horse Park is announcing the following changes to their schedule in preparation for the largest event in Kentucky’s history and the largest sporting event in the United States in 2010, the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games:

LEXINGTON, KY (August 26, 2010)  Visitors who come to the Kentucky Horse Park during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will have the added benefit of experiencing the Equine Village.

Wayne Williams, host of Speaking of Horses TV will be your host for Equine Village Entertainment features for the 16 days of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Speaking of Horses TV will also be providing daily reports on the events at the games, both competition and entertainment, on

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For Immediate Release: August 27, 2010

The World’s Top Drivers Will Meet in Kentucky

The gala Opening Ceremonies for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park (USA) are now less than a month away.

One of the eight World Championships being contested at the Games—Driving—begins with two days of driven dressage (October 7 and 8), continues with the marathon (October 9), and concludes with the cones competition (October 10).