We recently gave away copies of The Complete Guide to Kentucky State Parks because we love our magnificent state parks system.
And now, thanks to Sunshine Publications, we’ve pleased to give away two copies (each) of Horse Farms and Horse Tales of the Bluegrass and Bluegrass Treasures: A Guide to Extraordinary Lodging, Dining & Entertainment. If you’re a Kentuckian or someone who plans to visit the Commonwealth of Kentucky, these books could come in handy.
Horse Farms tells the stories of Kentucky’s thoroughbred industry dating back to the Commonwealth’s early statehood and includes some recent additions to the racing scene. The stories of the beautiful horse farms we all cherish are deep and interesting. A few have absentee owners, some are family-owned and operated but all of them consistently produce outstanding horses. The book is a thin 91 pages but contains 85 black and white photographs and an area map. It includes a visitor’s guide that details racetracks, rehabilitation facilities and a jockey school.
Bluegrass Treasures is a real traveler’s guide and details the Bluegress Region. You’ll find information about the finest inns, beds & breakfasts, coffee shops, cafes, bistros, fine restaurants, golf courses, horses, lakes, hiking trails, theaters, festivals, the arts and an infamous castle. The book is likewise a thin and convenient 94 pages and contains tons of full-color photographs and maps. Written by Wilma Clapp and Mary Newton Davis, it’s also sure to be treasured by anyone who loves Kentucky.
So, leave a comment on this post and we’ll draw winners this Friday afternoon. You know the drill. Two winners receive a copy of each book.
In light of recent horse industry news, the least we can do is keep this conversation going. So maybe let us know what you love about the Bluegrass with your comment. And keep it positive.
27 responses so far ↓
1 Chris // Jun 29, 2009 at 4:49 pm
The books look great! Would love to enter the contest!
2 matthiasj // Jun 29, 2009 at 4:50 pm
Count me in!
3 derbs // Jun 29, 2009 at 5:05 pm
I Want Two…
I Want ‘Em So Ba-aa-aa-aad
I Want Two…
I Want ‘Em So Ba-aa-aa-aad
I Want Two…
I Want ‘Em So Ba-aa-aa-aad
It’s Drivin’ Me Mad,
It’s Drivin’ Me Mad.
4 j2t // Jun 29, 2009 at 5:12 pm
I only would like one copy but I never win anything so I don’t have my hopes up too high – I love our Bluegrass State!
5 Kaintuckeean // Jun 29, 2009 at 5:48 pm
Just look at my name — Kaintuckeean. I love this Commonwealth!
Sign me up!
6 ButchWelscher // Jun 29, 2009 at 7:17 pm
Please put me in the drawing.
7 Yellow Dog // Jun 29, 2009 at 7:44 pm
I grew up in the Bluegrass and have lived here most of my life, but I would like the books to give to a friend who moved here from the North a few years ago and is now moving to the Deep South. I think the books would be the perfect gift to remember the Bluegrass by.
8 tbrauch // Jun 29, 2009 at 8:36 pm
I no how 2 reed.
9 Larry West // Jun 29, 2009 at 9:34 pm
Sew dew eye.
10 Paula // Jun 30, 2009 at 12:37 am
Each spring as May rolls around, I’m thankful that I live in this beautiful state. There are so many hidden treasures, I feel like each of us should be ambassadors to promoting KY to our outside friends. Plus, the Bluegrass Treasures book would make a wonderful gift for my father’s 70th birthday. He and my mom love making Kentucky day trips.
11 Dennis // Jun 30, 2009 at 7:36 am
Please enter me in for the books. Thanks
12 Ed Marksberry // Jun 30, 2009 at 9:06 am
Maybe the winners should send their copy of
“Horse Farms” to David Williams and Bill Farmer. If only they would support the horse industry (50,000 plus jobs) as well as they support the coal industry (50,000 plus jobs)!
13 Barbara Carby // Jun 30, 2009 at 9:06 am
Count me in!
14 LoraMc // Jun 30, 2009 at 9:48 am
I’m in
15 JTylerF // Jun 30, 2009 at 10:57 am
please count me in.
16 jake // Jun 30, 2009 at 11:40 am
What? Nothing about why you love the Bluegrass, folks?
17 jaded dude // Jun 30, 2009 at 1:32 pm
State Highway 1681, a.k.a. Old Frankfort Pike.
Definitely one of the most scenic drives in the entire United States. The terrain, the trees shading the road, the old stone fences, and the well-maintained horse farms give travelers a unique driving experience. I especially like driving this road going eastbound because a driver will receive glimpses of the downtown Lexington skyline while topping the hills. Plus, once near the city by the new jail, you can just stay straight on this street, pass over New Circle Road, and cruise all the way into downtown. I’m not interested in winning any free stuff, I just thought I’d throw this information out there for anyone looking for an alternative to U.S. 421 (Leestown Road), U.S. 60 (Versailles Road), or anyone just looking for a really beautiful drive!
18 kelly in da ville // Jun 30, 2009 at 3:21 pm
Pick me—I love da Bluegrass.
19 Larry West // Jun 30, 2009 at 4:09 pm
Of course, we all love the bluegrass state — that’s why we stay here even though we have the best government money can buy!
To me, two things stand out:
The parks: They’re for the most part free, even to hoosiers who have the audacity to charge Kentuckians more than they do Indianans. (Suggestion: charge admission to state parks equivalent to what that person’s state would charge Kentuckians — i.e., hoosiers would be charged $7 admission.)
The Kentucky State Fair: what other state fair has most of the exhibits indoors?
20 Bob // Jul 1, 2009 at 9:13 am
Born and raised here, I’ve now moved back as my Mother always said I should. Kentucky needs to work hard to support the horse breeding/racing industry for the good of us all.
21 Susan // Jul 1, 2009 at 4:42 pm
I love Kentucky because it’s green, the people are friendly, and it’s home. And the horses, you gotta love the horses.
22 Laurie Spezzano // Jul 2, 2009 at 9:14 am
I lived in Lexington for 10 years before moving to Louisville in 1986. When I returned to Lexington for a meeting 5 years ago, I found myself among shopping centers and hotels that I did not remember. When I realized that I was driving in the area that had once been Hamburg Place, I cried. Hamburg Place was one of the most beautiful natural and historic settings in Kentucky. We need to treasure our horse farms – there’s only one Bluegrass, and when they pave it over, there’s no turning back. Love the horse farms!
23 Rob Wilson // Jul 2, 2009 at 9:16 am
I love Kentucky. In fact, heading out tomorrow to go camping at several state parks with the last one being my favorite (and Jake probably loves it after the last give-away), Blue Licks. My wife loves these give-aways, so keep them coming please.
24 Lisa // Jul 2, 2009 at 2:32 pm
I would love to visit the Bluegrass State and know what to see!
25 Katie // Jul 2, 2009 at 4:11 pm
Just moved here! Would love to learn more…
26 Ed Marksberry // Jul 2, 2009 at 6:47 pm
What I love about Kentucky? If you ever move away, you’ll have a yearning to get back! It’s not just because of Grandma’s sweet tea, the family get-together’s, the barbeque, the tomatoes and sweet corn, the farms, the horses, the leaves in fall, the bourbon, the majestic hills and trails to hike, the old towns and winding county roads, the creeks and rivers to canoe and explore, the sports, the history, the politics.., what I love most about Kentucky is its greatest natural resource.., “the kind, gracious, hospitable, quick-witted, humorous, people” that we have here. Explore Kentucky yes, but take the time to get to meet the people of Kentucky.
27 LilyCat // Jul 3, 2009 at 12:01 pm
Headline: “Page One fan wins book”
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