Oregon Thoroughbred Owners & Breeders Association

Promoting the owning, breeding and racing of Oregon Thoroughbreds

~ A Message from the President ~ 

I am pleased to announce that effective immediately, Andrea Ring has been appointed as the new Executive Director of our association. Andrea brings strong experience in business and event operations, and is excited to lead the evolution of our organization. 


At this time, Lynnelle Smith has departed from the OTOBA. We acknowledge and appreciate her contributions during her tenure and wish her well in her future endeavors.


As with any leadership transition, there may be a period of adjustment. I ask for your patience and understanding as Andrea becomes acquainted with our operations and as we work to ensure continuity throughout this process.


If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at office@oregonotoba.com or call me at 503-580-6246. Please mail all correspondence to our new P.O. Box at: PO Box 453, Wilsonville, OR 97070. 


Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to our association. For the most up to date information and communication, please make sure that you like and follow us on Facebook, and ensure your contact information is up to date, as we work towards exciting changes ahead! 


Sincerely,


Connie Erickson, OTOBA President


OTOBA

INCENTIVES & PROGRAMS

2026

 FOAL INCENTIVE - TBD

Paid to the Breeder for Oregon-bred Thoroughbred foals born in 

Submit a copy of the Jockey Club Certificate to the OTOBA for payment.

STARTING BONUS - TBD


OWNER’S BONUS

$ (TBD) will be paid to Owners of Oregon-bred Thoroughbreds who  place 1st –5th  in Thoroughbred races at the commercial meet.


BREEDERS AWARD - TBD



A 5% non-member fee will be withheld from payments. Please join the OTOBA today to avoid this fee!


Awards, Incentives , and Bonuses for Thoroughbred races only, summer meets only in Oregon, and the commercial meet in Grants Pass. All awards, incentives, and bonuses apply to Oregon-bred Thoroughbreds only.

Please contact the OTOBA office with any questions.

 

 

 

 


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THE OREGON THOROUGHBRED OWNERS & BREEDERS ASSOCIATION STRONGLY CONDEMNS THE PRACTICE OF HORSE SLAUGHTER, AND THE SALE AND TRANSPORT OF ANY HORSE FOR THE PURPOSE OF SLAUGHTER. THE OTOBA HAS A FOCUSED INTEREST IN ENCOURAGING THE REHOMING AND RETRAINING OF RETIRED RACE HORSES AND BREEDING STOCK.

 

INFORMATION ON RACE HORSE RETIREMENT

AND SECOND CAREERS

Thoroughbred Charities of America: www.tca.org

Canter USA: www.canterusa.org/washington

Retired Racehorse Project: www.retiredracehorseproject.org

Thoroughbred Adoption: www.thoroughbredadoption.com

America's Best Racing: www.americasbestracing.net

Equine Now: www.equinenow.com