As we are in the midst of the heat of summer, our Facilities Manager and crew have been working hard to distribute hay around the farm after we suffered a long, wet, winter and spring. We currently have twelve barns that will need to be stocked with hay before the winter ahead, and we are beginning to prepare early.

Did you know….

In 2024 our annual cost of hay was approximately $100,000!

Hay is not only a vital part in a horses health and nutrition, it is also crucial in keeping our Old Friends warm through the bitter cold season. We use several different types of hay such as Round bales, Timothy and Grass Square Bales, and Nutrient-dense Alfalfa, all of which have different purposes and uses.

A big thank you to Tracy Highlander with Highlander Feed for always helping us find the best product.

With the rising cost of our most essential supplies and the care of over 290 retired racehorses, we need your help filling our barns. If you would like to help support our annual HayRaiser, there are multiple ways to donate:

Online: https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/oldfriends?code=Donate%20Now%20NFG

Credit Card: (502)863-1775

Mail: 1841 Paynes Depot Rd.

Georgetown, KY 40324

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and all of your Old Friends do too.