Saturday May 17th, we paid a visit to the Finger Lakes Thoroughbred Adoption Program or Rescue. We thought it would be interesting and educational to see the track from which Winnie came and better understand what her life was, and the transition that needed to occur to bring her where she is today. We got there late, so there was not much time, but the facility was immaculate and the staff and volunteers were friendly and helpful. The place is well run with rules and duties posted and very safety conscious. We saw several thoroughbreds between the ages of 8 months to 6 yrs old. Some had some pretty sad stories, but FLTAP has spent a lot of time and money on Vet's, surgeries and training to give them a new life. One Gelding, Turtle (strange name for a race horse) who had never been raced seemed to think little Ethan was pretty fun to watch. Turtle would mimic Ethan by shaking his head yes and no, or copy Ethan by kicking the stall. Thank goodness we did not bring the trailer, for Ethan was ready to load Turtle himself. The staff tried to tell us the only thing better than owning a horse is owning two. I told them the only thing worse than bankruptcy is getting there twice as fast.
They were glad to learn of Winnie (Rate to Win) new life and being well adjusted and happy. It helps them to keep up the uphill struggle they fight daily. They were helpful in explaining why she does some things she does now that tie to her early life, things to look for and ways to care for her as she ages, as well as offering assistance if we ever should need it. We wish we lived closer so we could donate some time in assistance in this worthy cause. If you want to checkout their website http://www.fingerlakestap.org/
From their we went to a great horse supply and tack store HUGE and I don't mean Fuccilo Hyundai Huge. Of course we had to stock up on peppermint treats for the girl, a mineral salt block and we got some joint supplement for added protection. Then off to checkout Canandaigua Lake and fine dining at Tom Wahls.
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