Story by Steve Fiorentine:
The wait for Long Island equestrian aficionados finally ended Saturday, as the two-year long transformation of Lakewood Stables into a first-class equestrian facility finally came to fruition.
Horse lovers and members of the West Hempstead community were joined by Assemblyman Brian Curran, R-Lynbrook, and Town of Hempstead Councilman Ed Ambrosino for the ribbon cutting ceremony of New York Equestrian Center.
“Today is a good day,” New York Equestrian Center owner Alex Jacobson said. “We’ve accomplished a lot. The place has come together beautifully and it’s a real resource for the community now.”
The state-of-the art facility, located at 633 Eagle Ave., serves as the first and only indoor riding facility on the south shore of Nassau County. The center offers a wide variety of equestrian-related activities including trail rides, lessons and horse shows.
New York Equestrian Center also serves as a boarding facility for horses, as it features 53 brand new stalls for riders to keep their horses.
“If you live on the South Shore and need a place to keep your horse, this is the best place to keep your horse,” Jacobson said.
“The stalls are state-of-the art and luxurious,” Jacobson added. “We have the best ring in the equestrian world, as well as all the best materials throughout the place.”
The ribbon cutting ceremony was followed by a demonstration of the different equestrian disciplines.
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