events

aug 2

lope youth education

3:00 - 9:00 PM

 

Free learning lab open to all K-12 students, teachers and parents

 

Lonestar Outreach to Place Ex-Racers (LOPE) is a 501(c)(3) Texas charity that helps at-risk racehorses find new purpose, while inspiring young people through horsemanship education.

 

Learning Lab for Youth (K-12):

-Demos and mini-science/veterinary lessons with track pony horses as teachers. (no riding)

-Presentation of LOPE and Horse Wise teaching methods.

-Extended Q&A with guest speakers, including Texas State Veterinarian, a horse trainer, and an outrider.

-Tour of race barn area. (if weather & race schedules permit)

 

Night Races + Family Fun Night:

-Special Grandstand seating for LOPE guests and youth groups. (including teachers and parents)

-Free tickets to watch the races.

-Informal Q&A with race trainers and jockeys during the races.

-Family Fun Night activities included free of charge. (Bounce castles, face painters, pony rides, petting zoo)

 

Please RSVP to [email protected] to guarantee a spot in the special seating area. 

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