Press release from the Tryon Riding and Hunt Club:
Please Join Us
in the TR&HC Hospitality Tent
at the 71st Tryon Block House RacesSaturday, April 15th
10 am – 4 pm
Highway 9 Track, Columbus NC
Tent will be located in the TR&HC (Orange) Parking AreaTent Access Is FREE to TR&HC Members
( Renew/join at www.trhc1925.org )Tryon Riding and Hunt Club Tent:
- Entry is free to current TR&HC members – please show your 2017 membership card
- Individual membership holders will receive 2 free adult entry passes.
- Family membership holders will receive 4 free adult entry passes.
- Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult member.
- Additional adult passes for friends of members for sale at tent entry for $10/person.
- Memberships also for sale on race day.
- Free shade, seating and access to the rail near the finish line
- Free snacks and beverages, including light fare
- Access to upgraded bathroom facilities
- Fun/games for children and adults of all ages
- Commemorative drinkware and beverages by donation
- (beer, wine, & a Tryon Mule!)
Elsewhere around the venue:
- Annual contests: Hat, Tailgate, and “Go to Hell” Pants
- Pre-race entertainment: Green Creek Hounds Parade, Shea Rose Vaulters, and Skydivers during the
- National Anthem
- Children’s activity area – paintball alley, bouncy castle, and foam-ball gun range
- Live music on the central concert stage
- Millennial Garden – beer and wine by donation
- Vendor Row and two “pop up” diners serving grilled meals
- Shuttle service making stops along the infield
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