Tales from the Meadow
Here you can read our family’s stories, recollections, and other information about the Chenerys’ Meadow Stud breeding operation, the life and history of Meadow Farm, and the racing careers of Secretariat, Riva Ridge, and our other champion horses. From time to time we will be posting photos and videos as well. We’d love to hear your reactions and answer your questions!

A Good Hand on a Horse…the Grooms of Meadow Stable (Part 2)
Alvin Mines remembers playing in the fields with the other grandchildren until feeding time when his grandfather would call the mares and foals up from their pasture in the Cove. Enjoy Part 2 of “A Good Hand on a Horse.”

A Good Hand on a Horse…the Grooms of Meadow Stable (Part 1)
The calloused black hands of the men who became the grooms of Meadow Stable would touch some of the greatest Thoroughbreds in racing …and leave their indelible imprint on the history of The Meadow.

Happy Birthday, Ron Turcotte!
Written by Leeann Meadows Ladin
Our dear friend, Ron Turcotte, won 3,032 races during his 18 years as a jockey. Three of those races propelled him and Secretariat into the realm of legend. Of course, we’re referring to the 1973 Triple Crown races – the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont, whose track records still stand today.