This week I was shocked to learn that our local government is again considering regulations that will skyrocket the cost of horse ownership and make it that much more difficult to get kids who need to be on horses on horses that need homes. It is heart breaking to see such policies promulgated by those who mean well.
The effect of those proposals has been immediate. I intended to add a Shackleford mare or two to our breeding program this weekend, but it seems irresponsible to do so as long as these proposed ordinances are on the table.
I have been invited to do a series of demonstrations at our county fair but I cannot help but wonder whether it is appropriate to do so as long as these proposals remain viable.
In the picture above Katie is mounting Swimmer, a barely ridden wild Corolla mare. It is an experience that she will never forget. Katie visits here several times a year from California. I hope that kids from all over will be able to continue to learn what it is like to get on a wild horse at our place for years to come.
Maybe go ahead a do the demonstrations at the fair, but include information about the proposal regulations and what those who are interested in horses can do about them.
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