About MET

ADVOCATE – ENHANCE – PROTECT

The Masterson Equestrian Trust (MET) Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to ensuring that Masterson Station Park remains a thriving center for horse-related activities and events that serve the entire community. Since its inaugural board meeting on November 3, 2004, MET has worked tirelessly to advocate for, improve, and protect this remarkable equine facility.

Those who ride at Masterson Station Park understand the rare and valuable opportunity it provides—an open, municipal park devoted to equestrian use. As development continues to expand around the park, the pressure to repurpose or restrict portions of this land grows. Without deliberate and consistent advocacy, these open spaces could be diminished or lost.

Now more than ever, it is essential to protect and promote Masterson Station Park as a dedicated equestrian space. We must preserve its natural beauty, enhance its facilities, and safeguard it for current and future generations of riders and horse lovers.

The MET Board is proud of the positive impact the foundation continues to make in partnership with LFUCG Parks & Recreation, whose support has been vital. We invite the entire equestrian community—from casual trail riders to competitive equestrians—to join us in this mission. With your help, MET will remain a powerful advocate and steward for policies and improvements that keep Masterson Station Park a unique and invaluable resource for all.

Masterson Equestrian Trust Foundation mission statement

The mission of the Masterson Equestrian Trust Foundation (MET) is to preserve and protect Masterson Station Park as a vibrant, accessible space for all equestrian enthusiasts. As a non-profit organization, we are committed to enhancing the park’s facilities and services, ensuring it remains a welcoming and well-equipped environment for riders of every discipline.

MET proudly serves as a unified voice for the park’s equine community—supporting, advocating, and investing in its future—while helping to uphold Lexington’s proud title as the Horse Capital of the World.