I/DD Waiver Consumers are not just “horsing around”
DCI Consumers had an opportunity to visit the racetrack in Charles Town. Mr. Erich Zimny, Vice President of Racing Operations, met us and gave a very informative tour. We were able to see the stalls where the horses wait before each race. Both males and females can be jockey’s, and must regulate their weight. DCI Consumers were consumed with giggles as they took turns weighting themselves. Race horses can weigh over 1,000 pounds. DCI Consumers decided if they all got together, they just might weigh as much as one horse!
The jockeys were busy exercising the horses, but some took time to stop and let us admire the beautiful horses. We learned that some horses wear the “blinkers” to help keep them focused on the track. Surprise, horses love peppermint candy!
Inside the track we saw where people can watch the races and place bets. Lot’s of laughing and joking about who could choose a winner! There are some beautiful display’s of pictures recording the history of the track, as well as people who have worked there. As always, DCI Consumers enjoyed the tour very much and we thank Mr. 
Zimny and the Staff of Charles Town Races for giving us such a good time.