July 15, 2007 by Capuce.

I’ve just gotten back from a week long trip to the Adirondack Mountains. What a wonderful place. There’s so much more the the area that I want to see on horseback than what I’ve done in the past.

For about 2-3 summers I was a trail guide for Adirondack Saddle Tours in Eagle Bay NY, just out side of Old Forge. Ever since then, I can’t help but stop by, grab 2 horses and go out with my husband while on vacation. My trusty mount this year was my good old girl Babe. Around 30 years old and this girl still has got it. Strong Quarter horse blood has her on the trails and as good as any youngster there. She still does the Wednesday train robberies with the Loomis Gang and has no fear of the gunfire. Darn, the only picture I have of us dressed up to rob a train is a traditional photo and I don’t have a scanner. Oh well.

Anyway, if you ever find yourself in the Old Forge area without your horse and are looking for a good day out, check out my old stomping ground. John Evan’s loves his horses! He takes great care of them and unlike most establishments keeps his horses year round. I can’t begin to tell you how many times I have been asked “Is this horse for sale?” after a long ride. Better get in line, only a sparse few have ever left John’s stable.

As for me, I’m happy to wait patiently until my Babe is ready to retire before she can come live with me. Which may be a few years yet. There have been several horses that refused to retire until their mid 30’s. And I mean refuse to retire, as they would carry on such a fuss if we didn’t take them out.

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July 15, 2007 by Capuce.

9th Place! Yippy! Goliath and I raised $460 for the EquiCenter this year and had a blast doing it. I really missed my old mount Hobbie but as fate had it, an Arabian joined our group and it brought back all the good memories of my lost friend.

The obstacles this year were so inventive! I can’t believe how many new ideas they had compared to last year. I can’t wait for next year already. All the volunteers did an awesome job and kept the mood light and fun. Davidson Knoll Farm had the grounds nicely manicured and the trail ride was beautiful with nice cool sunny weather. Couldn’t have asked for a better day.

My Mother-in-Law got into the spirit and hand crafted our lovely ear bonnets. I told her that Purple and Gold were our colors and she went nuts! Sequins and gold sultan type tassels adorned the opulent fly bonnet. She not only made me one but also my riding partner so we would match! Thank you mom!

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