POSTED ON NOVEMBER 11, 2024 BY Kathryn Atkins
When we go away for a weekend, we like to do something. Something different. Something outside. Something that we will remember for a long time, especially the next time the days are dismally cold, depressingly lonely, or unusually sad. We can recall and relive that day when we____________(fill in the blank), and it was awesome. This was one of those days.
The day started early. We had to leave the house by 6:15 to beat the Los Angeles traffic from Orange County, which can add up to two hours to any standard 40-minute passage from point A to point B. We arrived at Santa Anita Park before 7:00.a.m., and the place was already teeming with activity.
No Horse Races!
So, why did we go if there were no races? Because our goal was to hang out at the CLOCKER’S CORNER. It’s an outside patio area where you can get FREE coffee and watch the horses work out. Parking and admission to the park are free when the horses aren’t racing. Seating is outdoors, children are welcome, and you can buy a hot breakfast (oatmeal, eggs, toast, etc.) from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time Zone. Check the website before you go.