Farm News
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“Butch” Celebrates 53 Years at Pin Oak
John “Butch” Sanders has been an integral part of Pin Oak for over five decades. His dedication, love for the farm, and commitment to hard work have made him an invaluable part of the Pin Oak family.
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Job Posting: Friesian Caretaker and Rider
Pin Oak Stud is seeking an experienced individual to care for and exercise two Friesian horses at our Versailles, KY farm. Responsibilities include horse care, grooming, and barn maintenance. Previous Friesian horse experience and riding skills preferred.
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Job Posting: Rehabilitation Assistant
Pin Oak Stud seeks a dedicated Rehab Assistant to aid in the conditioning and rehabilitation of injured racehorses.
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Pin Oak Stud Welcomes Michael Hardy as Director of Farm Operations and Property
Pin Oak Stud appoints Michael Hardy as Director of Farm Operations and Property, bringing extensive Thoroughbred industry experience to the role.
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Jim and Dana Bernhard are the TOBA February Member of the Month
By Carly Silver / Published by TOBA The past two years have moved at rocket-speed for Jim and Dana Bernhard. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based couple have owned Thoroughbreds since 2021. In 2022, they purchased storied Pin Oak Stud in Versailles, Ky. In 2023, they sent out Geaux Rocket Ride to win the TVG.com Haskell Stakes…
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Naming Contest: American Pharoah – Bow Bells colt
We want to hear your best name suggestions for our American Pharoah – Bow Bells 2-year-old colt! He’s a professional, happy horse who everyone in the barn enjoys being around. For full info and to enter the contest, click the link in our bio or visit bit.ly/PinOakContest. All names MUST be submitted through the Google Form!…
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Barn Tour: After Geaux Rocket Ride, Pin Oak Stud looks ahead
By Carolyn Greer / Published on Horse Racing Nation If you don’t know the story about the rebirth of Pin Oak Stud under Dana and Jim Bernhard, here’s a recap. Dana Bernhard, a retired attorney, had horses her entire life, but not Thoroughbreds until her husband Jim, founder of an investment firm, bought a yearling…
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Bernhards and Bregman Named 2023 New Owners of the Year
By Gary Falter / Published by the Jockey Club OwnerView announced today that 2023 New Owner of the Year, sponsored by 1/ST RACING, was a dead heat between Jim and Dana Bernhard and Alexander Bregman. The Bernhards have been Thoroughbred owners since 2021, and in November 2022, they bought Pin Oak Stud in Versailles, Ky.…
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Pin Oak Welcomes 19 Colts Home from Keeneland September Sale
Pin Oak Stud wrapped up a successful Keeneland September with 19 new yearling colts added to the Pin Oak family: Hip Sex Sire Dam Consignor 528 Colt Uncle Mo Flighty Almighty (GB) Hunter Valley Farm, Agent 643 Colt Munnings Northern Station Denali Stud, Agent XXX 668 Colt Tiz the Law Promise of Spring Bluewater Sales…
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Pin Oak Acquires Adena Springs Annex Property
Within nine months of purchasing the 793-acre Pin Oak Stud near Versailles, Ky., Jim and Dana Bernhard have acquired an additional 465 acres from Adena Springs, bringing the total size of the farm to just over 1,250 acres. Frank Stronach’s Adena Springs, which has been honored with eight Eclipse Awards for outstanding breeder and four…
