William Shatner speaks at a press conference for a 2009 National Reining Horse Association Make-A-Wish event at State Fair Arena in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoman Archives photo

While the Oklahoma City-based National Reining Horse Association is hosting the world’s largest reining event, the NRHA Futurity, at State Fair Park, its foundation will recognize special members at a celebratory reception, dinner and program tonight called Sliders’ Night Out.

As previously reported, William Shatner, one of pop culture's most recognizable figures and an NRHA member, will be honored tonight as the recipient of the association's Dale Wilkinson Lifetime Achievement Award.

The "Star Trek" actor is a dedicated horseman and has been a high-level promoter and fundraiser for the sport of reining. He has won numerous world championships in several equine events, according to a news release.

Last year, Shatner shared his love of horses in the book "Spirit of the Horse: A Celebration in Fact and Fable."