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Michigan Horse Racing Links
State Government Sites
Links to some of the Michigan State Government websites that are helpful to those in the race horse industry.

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Horse Racing News From Michigan and Around the Country
Looking for daily horse racing news - whether it is general, harness, thoroughbred or quarterhorse, check here for your favorite site.

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Local and National Horse Racing Organizations and Associatons
Click here to find links to associations and organizations both in Michigan and their national counterparts for the horse racing industry.

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Horse Racing Information
Stakes and Futurity Races
The Stakes races and the Futurity races are great opportunities to see how potential is turned into real winnings. Both of these races are designed for younger horses, mostly two and three year old colts and fillies that are by a registered Michigan-bred.

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People at the Track
There are a number of people who make things happen at the track. To find out who they are and what they do, read on.

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Breeds of Race Horses in Michigan
There are several breeds of horses raced in Michigan - Standardbred, Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse, Arabian and American Paint. Learn more about each breed.

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US Trotting Association's Informative Guide to Harness Racing PDF icon
National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Wagering Guide
Michigan Horse Racing Terms
Here are some of the most common words you'll hear when you are at the track.

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The Horse Racing Industry
Economics of Horse Racing in Michigan
Horseracing is economically valuable to the state of Michigan. Read on to find out more about the postitive contribution our industry makes to the State's economy.

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Winningest Female Jockey
This Date in History

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2007 Michigan Equine Survey Summary PDF icon
Results from the 2007 Michigan Equine Survey have been compiled. The survey was conducted last summer by the USDA, NASS, Michigan Field Office.

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Ready to Own a Race Horse
Are you thinking about joining the fun and excitment of the horse racing industry? It is easier than you think!

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Peter The Great - Michigan's Great Race Horse
Peter The Great, was born in Kalamazoo in 1895 and became a great harness race horse. He also became one of the most famous trotting sires of all time. Click here to read his story.

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Michigan Horse Racing Through the Times
Horse racing is the oldest organized professional sport in America. Read on to find out more about the history of horse racing in Michigan.

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