New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced plans for its first Livestock Farm and Breakfast package in Racecourse Saratoga. The Saratoga Livestock and Breakfast Tour, introduced by the Metropolitan District Transportation Authority (CDTA), will be held every Friday, starting July 15, and has a capacity Up to 40 guests.
The all-inclusive fan experience package features:
* Breakfast buffet at Saratoga Racecourse
* A chance to watch world-class thoroughbreds during morning training
* Round trip outdoor trolley ride from Saratoga Racecourse to Old Tavern
* A 90-minute guided walking tour of a working thoroughbred ranch
* Entrance to Saratoga Race Course
The Saratoga Ranch and Breakfast Package costs $55 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis for each tour every Friday, starting July 15. Tickets can be purchased at NYRA.com.
“The newly opened Saratoga Livestock and Breakfast Package is an exciting behind-the-scenes opportunity for visitors to Saratoga to experience a different side of the sport,” said NYRA Vice President of Communications Pat McKenna . “To be able to combine morning training with a visit to the ranch, then afternoon at the races is something trilogy fans won’t want to miss.”
The package begins with Breakfast at Saratoga, which includes a breakfast buffet at Saratoga Racecourse from 7am to 9:30am against a backdrop of world-class thoroughbreds taking part in morning training. Guests can come at any time for breakfast during these hours.
After finishing breakfast at 9:30 a.m., fans will board an outdoor cart, provided by the CDTA, at the clubhouse entrance and begin a 15-minute ride along picturesque Lake Saratoga Draw to the Old Tavern Ranch for a 90-minute experience and educational hike to one of the area’s top ranches. Fans will return to Saratoga Racecourse at around 11:45am, ahead of post time to start the race around 1pm
Founded in 2016 by Walt and Michelle Borisenok, Old Tavern Farm is a private boutique thoroughbred establishment in Saratoga Springs, NY. Located just minutes from the historic Saratoga Racecourse, Old Tavern Farm has been in development. into a state-of-the-art facility focused on breeding and selling purebreds to compete at the highest levels of the sport. The name Old Tavern is derived from the 19th century tavern that once made the property.
“We are honored to be a part of this exciting new initiative in partnership with the NYRA, New York Thoroughbred Breeders and CDTA,” said Walt Borisenok, Old Tavern founder and owner. . “We hope those who take advantage of this opportunity can become lifelong fans of the sport while others can gain a greater appreciation of how thoroughbred races support the sport.” our local economy, and we hope all will simply enjoy the chance to see these remarkable animals at their earliest stages of life on a working livestock farm move.”
Najja Thompson, CEO of New York Thoroughbred Breeders, Inc., said: “The Saratoga Livestock and Breakfast Tour is a great new addition to the Saratoga experience highlighting the importance of the livestock industry. Farming New York State, one of the premier thoroughbred farms in our state, and our partners at NYRA, visitors to Saratoga this summer will be able to see a side of the sport which might otherwise remain behind closed doors. ”
In the Capital Region alone, Saratoga Racecourse is responsible for an economic impact of nearly $240 million and supports the employment of more than 2,000 full-time, part-time and seasonal workers, according to the Public Development Authority Saratoga County Industry.
Additionally, findings from a joint study by the New York State Purebred Breeding and Development Fund, The New York Thoroughbred Breeders, Inc. and the New York Thoroughbred Herdsmen’s Association revealed that the equine industry is active in each of New York State’s 62 counties and is responsible for preserving 1.3 million acres of green space.
CDTA presents Saratoga Breakfast and Livestock Farm tour. In addition to transporting guests to and from Old Tavern Farms on a vintage, outdoor trolley, CDTA is a current sponsor of Breakfast at Saratoga, which is offered daily at Saratoga Racecourse from 7am until 9:30 a.m. (excluding Runhappy Travers Day).
CDTA Director of Business Development Jonathan Scherzer said: “We are proud to expand our partnership with NYRA to bring this new product alongside Old Tavern Farm for the 2022 race season. connecting fans and visitors to the historic Saratoga Racecourse and the rich history of horse racing in a new way.We look forward to welcoming everyone aboard their iconic cart. me to have a new summer in Saratoga.”
