Gettin' to Know Adrienna Rowe and Chris Walsh | Owners of Walsh Stable at Silver Springs Ranch

In this episode, we interview Adrienna Rowe and Chris "Crit" Walsh of Walsh Stable, based at Silver Springs Ranch near Harvey’s Lake, where they care for and train high-end standardbred racehorses. They explain how claiming races work, purse payouts, owner licensing requirements, and the difference between claiming and condition races, comparing horse ownership and betting to the stock market. Chris shares his experience training at multiple East Coast tracks and the loss of his standout horse Indigo Art, while Adrienna discusses her equine studies background, prior show jumping career, and returning to horses after corporate HR. They discuss horse care costs, nutrition, safety risks, misconceptions about animal welfare, and encourage families to attend live racing at Mohegan Sun Pocono.If you or someone you know wants to be featured on our podcast, visit our website!