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Race horse workout at Del Mar

August 23, 2013  •  1 Comment

mb-6148 CJ and I went to the Del Mar Fair Grounds and racetrack this morning to watch the horses get their morning workout. We met a group of photographers through the Pacific Photographic Society organized by Pam Schreckengost, one of the members. Pam, who owns a horse, knew a lot about the routine and horse racing. The group stood in the stands and took pictures of the walking, galloping, and running horses for about two hours. There was no cost to watch (even the parking was free today). The riders were friendly often saying "Hi" as they came out to the track. One even brought his horse over for pictures and spent time answering questions. 

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After two hours and over 500 pictures each, CJ and I left to go find breakfast at Milton's Restaurant and Deli.

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The group takes pictures from the stands as the horses run by.

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A rider stops to answer questions and let the group take pictures.

 

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Carol Leigh(non-registered)
I especially like your cover shot -- how the horse really stands out against the much darker background.
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