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Don't Jail Our Horses!!

Protest Today:

Where: Gate 4

When: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Just a few hours prior to the OC Fair staff hosting Orange County elected officials at an exclusive soiree, the staff took time to effectively jail the horses at the Equestrian Center, prohibiting them from exercising at the arenas, round pens, turnout and hot walkers.

The Orange County Equestrian Center currently plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of the Orange County community. Its absence would result in the loss of a crucial public service, recreational outlet, and a significant aspect of the region's agricultural heritage.

The Issues

The Center stands as a prominent element in Orange County's agricultural history.

Cultural Identity

Orange County Equestrian Center offers recreational activities that contribute as a valuable public asset.

Recreational

Access

Provides accessible horse-related activities for veterans, abused women, at-risk youth, and other communities.

Under Served Communities

Patrons of the center contribute to the local economy by supporting nearby businesses while utilizing the center.

Economic

Benefits

Provides affordable and accessible horse-related activities to the community fostering personal development.

Personal Development

Gallery and Media

View pictures, videos, and other media showcasing The Orange County Equestrian Center's beneficial impact on the community.

Join us today to safeguard the horses and support the initiative to develop additional public programming, while protecting the trainers and borders at one of the dwindling few public equestrian centers in Southern California. Become a vital part of our mission to protect our horses!

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In 1980, a 15-acre Equestrian Center was established in the northeast section of the Orange County Fairgrounds. This facility became a hub for accessible horse-related activities, catering to children, families, equestrians, and the broader Orange County community.

History

Approved Renters Hike

At the March 2024 Orange County Fair Board meeting, the Board decided with a narrow 3-2 vote in favor of raising the monthly horse stall rates at the Orange County Equestrian Center. The increase will be implemented in stages: first by 45% on June 15, followed by an additional 10% hike on October 1, and another 10% rise by January 1, 2025. This decision will position the stall rates at this public equestrian facility as the highest among all others in Southern California.