Exploring the Red River Gorge
The Red River Gorge is known as one of Kentucky’s greatest treasures, and in recent years it’s…
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Cycling in the Bluegrass
Here in Lexington, we’re lucky to be surrounded by some of the prettiest countryside anywhere. And…
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Canoeing and Kayaking in Central Kentucky
Sure, Kentucky is known for its rolling fields and iconic bluegrass--but our waterways should…
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A Rock Climber’s Pizza Paradise
Long gone are the days when you could order a pizza and try on climbing shoes at the same counter…
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The Magic of Keeneland
Whenever someone talks about visiting Kentucky for horse racing, I implore them to visit Keeneland…
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The Language of Winning
To “get a leg up” is when a Thoroughbred’s groom boosts a jockey up upon his horse. Because the…
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The Guide to Essential Equine Experiences
Get acquainted with Horse Country and learn what makes Lexington the Horse Capital of the World…
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Lexington’s Hometown Hero
As American Pharaoh charged down the final stretch at the 2015 Breeders’ Cup, he didn’t just make…
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Lexington’s Equine History
Welcome to Lexington: the Horse Capital of the World. Drive in any direction and before you know it…
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Kentucky Derby Traditions in the Bluegrass
Louisville has the race, but Lexington is the place where Derby dreams are born--and where Derby…
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Have a Field Day
Price Bell is a sixth-generation horseman at Mill Ridge Farm. His family has owned Mill Ridge since…
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Genuine Reward
POST UPDATE: Genuine Reward was euthanized at Old Friends, the Thoroughbred Retirement facility in…
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