Come See Us At Equine Affaire!

April 05, 2022

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The RRP’s logowear and info booth is on the road again in 2022, and we’re excited to be at Equine Affaire for the first time and connect with new friends in Ohio. Come by Booth #410 to say hello!

Shop our NEW spring/summer logowear
Pick up a FREE copy of Off-Track Thoroughbred Magazine
Learn more about our programming, volunteering, participating in the Thoroughbred Makeover, and more!

Our friends at The Right Horse will also be attending Equine Affaire, with not only their informational booth but with an array of partners and adoptable horses you can meet (and take home!).

Get more information about Equine Affaire, including ticketing details, at equineaffaire.com/events/ohio.

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