The bustle of activity slows by late morning, and by dusk all is still. David Fortner, an assistant trainer to Elliott Walden, watches from a backside fence as one of his horses exercises at the Louisville race track. A steamy mist envelops a horse being bathed after morning exercise. Early morning light plays on the side of Churchill Downs Barn 18, where Lynn Whiting's horses are stabled. Whiting trained 1992 Kentucky Derby winner Lil E. Tee.
Most horses enjoy their baths, but some dislike getting their faces washed.
This horse is no exception. A full moon hangs over the stable area as activities get under way on the backside at the Louisville race track. A horse pokes its head over a stall door to monitor the sights and sounds.