The FAST (Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training) Complex rises from the Florida plain almost out of nowhere, its art deco-inspired design a monolith that practically beckons you for a closer look.   It’s a beautiful building; functional and practical without seeming static or stuffy. It’s a l

When it comes to tradition, the Thoroughbred industry is steeped in history. New faces and updated pedigrees continue to join the sport, but modern horsemen still value the lessons learned from owners and breeders of the past. Florida’s relatively young, but vibrant, history as a Thoroughbred breedi

Bridlewood Farm: Then and Now Written by Cynthia McFarland Ocala didn’t become Horse Capital of the World® overnight. It took the steadfast efforts of dedicated horsemen over decades to establish this area as a proven site for breeding, raising and training successful horses. Through the years, spec

Every state has bragging privileges for having some famous people either born or living within their respective regions; some more than others. Here in Ocala we’re not lacking in that department by any stretch. Being the Horse Capital of the World, this region has borne and draws a good chunk of act