News Release

Metropolitan Equestrian Team, Inc. to take over Rock Creek Park Horse Center operations

Date: May 9, 2025
Contact: Autumn Cook, 771-215-6954

WASHINGTON — The National Park Service (NPS) has approved the transfer of the concessions contract for the Rock Creek Park Horse Center, formerly held by Guest Services, Inc. (GSI), to Metropolitan Equestrian Team, Inc.  

As the new concessioner, Metropolitan Equestrian Team, Inc. will take over providing equestrian and related services on May 21, 2025 including: 

• Therapeutic riding programs 
• Instructional camps  
• Guided trail lesson programs 
• Riding lessons     

GSI signed a 10-year concessions contract for the Rock Creek Park Horse Center, which was set to expire on December 31, 2028. The terms of the contract and the services offered are unaffected by the transfer to Metropolitan Equestrian Team, Inc. 

Metropolitan Equestrian Team, Inc. is a non-profit with more than 15 years of experience providing academic and equestrian related services and camps for public enjoyment of all ages. They operate other locations in New York, New Jersey and North Carolina. 

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