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War Horses: Old Baldy in Philly and G.W.'s Old Nelson
We’ve been thinking about War Horses lately. And with Steven Spielberg’s upcoming film aptly titled “War Horse,” this will likely become a common topic of conversation. Often when discussing horses throughout history, they are...
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Chainsaw Carving Is the Manliest Artform Out There (Weekend Roundup 6/17)
First off, there are two very exciting stakes races going on this weekend: Saturday June 18th at Parx: $200,000 Parx Sprint Stakes! 3 & Ups go head to head in a quick 5 furlong sprint! Earl Beal Jr. Memorial Eliminations...
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5 Reasons Why a Date at the Horse Races Might Get You Lucky!
Over the past 18 months we’ve been extensively researching this imperative issue by conducting focus groups, collecting surveys, doing laboratory stuff, and doing more laboratory stuff.* We’ve boiled it down to 5 solid reasons...
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Fast Eddie's Heartfelt Ode To Fast Ponies
We tend to stay clear of any sort of political alignment here at TrackPack PA, but one thing is for sure: without endorsements from people like former governor Ed Rendell, our community would not be what it is today. His...
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Saturday at Pocono Downs: Meet the Drivers!
Saturday, June 4 will be the first ever "Meet the Drivers" day at Pocono Downs! Matt Kakaley (whom we've interviewed before) will be chatting up fans from 5-6pm. Yannick Gingras (who we've also interviewed before!) will...
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The Guide Horse Foundation Will Strum Your Heart Strings!
Twelve years ago Janet and Don Burleson began training miniature horses as assistance animals, particularly for the visually impaired. With decades of background in the horse training business, the couple saw a unique potential...
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Dirty Jobs: Farrier!
Good ol' Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs takes a swing at being a farrier! Look's like an extremely difficult job. Qualities needed: Finesse, brawn, artistry, and courage to spend that much time beneath a horses butt (watch the video...
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I Bet On the One With the Pretty Name: A Newbie's First-Time True Confession
We're ever-expanding our family here at TrackPackPA. So, let us introduce our newest addition: Stephanie Weaver. When I initially told my friends that I was going to be heading over to Parx Racing & Casino, in Bensalem, PA...
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The Running of the Porta-Potties
We promise this is the last time this respected blog will ever bring you images of drunken idiots running across the tops of porta-potties at The Preakness. We know how stupid it is. And we know how it hurts when a cold can of...
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Bill Murray's Ready for the Derby on Letterman
Here's a hoot-and-a-half just in time for Derby Day. Good old Bill Murray in his jockey colors chats it up with David Letterman. Enjoy!...
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Get Your Derby On at Pocono Downs - May the Best Hats Win!
Ladies, get your best Derby hats on and c'mon to the winners circle. Put on your most creative, elegant - even outrageous - and certainly beautiful hat and c'mon out to Pocono Downs for Derby Day this Saturday. Our Run for...
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On Derby Day, It's All About the (Ahem) Hats
Um...what will you be wearing on Derby Day? Bring your head with the finest finery that's ever sat upon it to Pocono Downs (in beautiful Wilkes-Barre) or to The Meadows (tucked away in Southwestern PA) this Saturday and you do...
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Patti Smith - Horses & Hey Joe [VIDEO]
Her whole biography is cool, she likes cool things, her friends are cool and she's so cool that she doesn't even care if we think she's cool or not. Listen to Patti Smith anytime you want to get the party started. Patti Smith...
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E-Bay Alert: Old Pocono Downs Memorabilia
From Ed Kobesky, Director of Media & Marketing for Pennsylvania Harness Horsemen's Association: Those look like the old pins they'd give out to people who purchased box or reserve seating back in the 60s, 70s and perhaps...
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