The Kentucky Spring Horse Shows is one of the nation’s premier hunter/jumper events, and will be kicking-off its two weeks of competition with the Kentucky Spring Horse Show May 11-15, 2011, and will conclude with the Kentucky Spring Classic May 18-22, 2011. This incredible event is proud to offer only the best to all of its exhibitors, with Otto Sport Footing in the main rings that will be used throughout the two weeks. The Kentucky Spring Horse Shows are held in the heart of horse country at the world famous Kentucky Horse Park, in Lexington, KY, which was also the site of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.

Last year’s installation of the OTTO Sport Footing in the Murphy Ring, combined with the 2009 conversion of the Stonelea Ring and the Main Hunter Schooling Area to the Otto surface provides hunter competitors with the best footing in the world. The jumpers have the same luxury with the OTTO Sport Footing in both the Walnut Arena and the Rolex Stadium. The Rolex Stadium was also the site for the 2010 World Equestrian Games Show Jumping competition. The most recent improvement was the construction of a second OTTO Sport warm-up area for the Rolex Stadium. This new warm-up area will be dedicated to the use of the horses stable in the FEI area.

The OTTO Sport Footing has received rave reviews for its special drainage and safety properties. The OTTO Riding Arena Mat System includes special drainage features with the OTTO perforated mats ensuring that water drains off quickly during an event of excessive rainfall and precipitation. The mats offer non-slip properties, the ability to absorb shock, and are complemented with a special footing mixture that is ideal for equestrian competition.

During the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows, exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their mounts on the OTTO Sport Footing throughout each week of competition. During the Kentucky Spring Horse Show, the highlight events will include the $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby, the $30,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic, CSI 2*, and the $55,000 Commonwealth Grand Prix. The Kentucky Spring Classic is a WCHR Week, and highlights will include the second $30,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic, CSI 2*, and the $55,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix, CSI 2* sponsored by Audi of Lexington.

The numerous improvements that Kentucky Horse Park underwent in preparation for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games allows Kentucky Horse Shows, LLC, to host world-class competitions that provide exhibitors with a stellar show experience regardless of weather conditions.

For more information about Kentucky Horse Shows, LLC, in 2011, please go to www.kentuckyhorseshows.com.

Rolex Stadium

Photo Credit: The Rolex Stadium will host many of the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows’ main events, and was also the location of the Show Jumping competition during the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Photo Courtesy of the Client. Photograph may be used only in relation to this PMG press release.

KENTUCKY HORSE SHOW LLC’s 2011 HORSE SHOW SERIES FAST FACTS

Events: 2011 Kentucky Spring Horse Shows

What: The Kentucky Horse Show LLC’s 2011 series includes two weeks of top competition during the month of May. These premier hunter/jumper competitions feature a USEF 5* Jumper Rating and a “AA” Hunter rating. The Kentucky Horse Show Series is the host of the Hagyard Challenge Series with seven grand prix competitions that culminate with a Leading Rider Bonus.

Where: Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY, site of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian GamesT. Home to the United States Equestrian Federation.

When: KENTUCKY SPRING HORSE SHOW – May 11-15, 2011 $30,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic $55,000 Commonwealth Grand Prix $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby

KENTUCKY SPRING CLASSIC – May 18-22, 2011 $30,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic $55,000 Mary Rena Murphy Grand Prix sponsored by Audi of Lexington WCHR recognized hunter competition

Sponsors: A special thanks to the generous sponsors of the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows: Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, Audi of Lexington, Johnson Horse Transportation, Farm Vet, and Dietrich Insurance.

Hours: 8am – 5pm daily

Parking: Horse Show Exhibitors may purchase a weekly parking pass at the main Horse Park entrance for $5.00. Dogs are permitted at the Kentucky Horse Park on a leash.

Directions: The Kentucky Horse Park is located 8 miles northeast of Lexington, Kentucky at Exit 120 on Interstate 75.

Information: Before Show – (859) 233-0492, Email: [email protected]

During Show – Telephone: (859) 254-3343, Fax: (859) 231-6097 Stabling – Email Tom Blankenship at [email protected]

Stable office – Before Show: (843) 269-4737, During Show: (859) 255-0605 Prize List Advertising – Email Cindy Bozan at [email protected] or call (859) 608-3709 Vendors – Email Cindy Bozan at [email protected] or call (859) 608-3709 Shownet – www.shownet.biz

Website: www.kentuckyhorseshows.com

Ring Dimensions/Specs: The Stonelea Ring, Murphy Ring, Walnut Ring, Stonelea/Murphy Schooling Ring, the Alltech Arena and the Rolex Stadium have Otto Sport footing consisting of fine sand and synthetic fiber on pvc mats. The Claiborne, Annex, and Covered Arena (old) rings’ footing consists of a sand cushion on limestone base. The dimensions of the competition areas are as follows:

Stonelea: 140’x 280′, Murphy: 135’x 280′, Stonelea and Murphy Schooling: 110’x 400′ Walnut: 300’x 370′, Claiborne: 140’x 270′, Annex 130’x 250′, Covered Arena (old): 145’x 285′ Rolex Stadium: 360′ x 384′, Alltech Arena: 132′ x 265′

Shopping: Vendors offering equestrian equipment, apparel, jewelry and home furnishings are located adjacent to the Stonelea Ring.

Hotels: CLARION HOTEL (Formerly Holiday Inn North) – 859-233-0512 – Approximately 4 miles (OFFICIAL HOTEL) FOUR POINTS SHERATON – 859-259-1311 – Approximately 4 miles LA QUINTA – 859-231-7551 – Approximately 4 miles KNIGHTS INN – 859-231-0232 – Approximately 4 miles EMBASSY SUITES – 859-455-5000 – Approximately 4 miles FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT – 859 -977-5870 – Approximately 4 miles MARRIOT GRIFFIN GATE – 859-231-5100 – Approximately 4 miles RESIDENCE INN – 859-231-6191 – Approximately 5 miles COURTYARD BY MARRIOT – 859-253-4646 – Approximately 5 miles CANDLEWOOD SUITES -877-660-8543 – Approximately 6 miles RAMADA INN – 859-299-1261 – Approximately 6 miles RED ROOF INN – 859-293-2626 – Approximately 6 miles HAMPTON INN – 502-867-4888 – Approximately 6 miles SUPER EIGHT – 502-863-4888 – Approximately 6 miles MICROTEL INN & SUITES – 502-868-8000 – Approximately 6 miles HOLIDAY INN GEORGETOWN – 502-570-0220 – Approximately 6 miles

CAMPGROUND RESERVATIONS: Reservations may not be made through the Horse Show office. To reserve a campsite at the Kentucky Horse Park for any of the horse shows, please call the Campground store at (800) 370-6416 or email Christy Combs at [email protected]. Be specific as to the show name and the dates you wish to stay. Check-in time is 2:00 p.m. and checkout is 12:00 noon. You must make arrangements with the Campground store if you plan to come earlier than 2:00 p.m. or stay later than 12:00 noon. Vehicles will be towed that are not removed from a campsite by check-out time.

Management: Kentucky Horse Shows, LLC P. O. Box 11428 Lexington, KY 40575-1428 859-233-0492 (phone) 859-233-0495 (fax) email: [email protected]

website: www.kentuckyhorseshows.com

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