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The Track is Back! Get in on the Action at Revamped PA Horse, Harness Racing Website

TrackPackPA.com Opens Door to the Thrill of Live Racing at Six PA Racetracks

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Triple Crown racing season may end on June 5 after the running of the Belmont Stakes, but Pennsylvania's horse and harness racing seasons are just hitting their stride, and whether you're a newbie or an old hand, you can find out about all the action at the revamped www.trackpackPA.com.

For the experienced "Trackpacker," the new site tells you what's going on, where and when so you don't miss out.

For the newcomer to racing, not only will it tell you what kind of "Trackpacker" you are--the kind that puts down a bet based on the odds or someone who thinks the horse wearing purple or a lucky number has the best shot--it tells you all about the sport and gives you enough information so that you'll know what's going on when you visit one of Pennsylvania's six horse and harness racing tracks.

To start, you'll need to find a track near you. That won't be a problem because TrackpackPA.com has directions and details about Harrah's Chester, The Meadows, Penn National Race Course, Philadelphia Park, Pocono Downs and Presque Isle. On top of live, nearly year-round racing, the site can tell you what's going on at each track site. From who's performing, the latest dinner specials, and what other events are taking place, there's plenty of horsing around to do at each track. Find out by clicking on the "Start Horsing Around" link (Get it?).

The site even offers ready-made itineraries so you don't miss anything along the way to the track. Click the "Get on the Fast Track to Fun" link and get what you need to experience everything from a working farm or horse stable to a bed and breakfast or local winery. So no matter where you live, there are no more excuses for a lazy night on the couch. Check out www.trackpackPA.com and get on the inside track to fun at Pennsylvania's horse and harness racing tracks and all points in between.

Not convinced yet? Check out the buzz at www.twitter.com/TrackPackPA or at www.Facebook.com (search "TrackPackPA") where more than 470 people out of more than 470 people say they "Like" us--not that we're counting.

Media contact: Justin Fleming, 717-787-5085

SOURCE Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture