WILD HORSES BLOG
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Wild horses images and videos Plus some miscellaneous comments.
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Quote submitted by Marshall Watts: "Like winds and sunsets, wild things were taken for granted until progress began to do away with them. Now we face the question whether a still higher 'standard of living' is worth its cost in things natural, wild and free. For us of the minority, the opportunity to see geese is more important that television."--Aldo Leopold
Beach house in Nicaragua for rent.
$125 per night. On the beach in a remote fishing village. Beautiful. Excellent big wave surfing directly in front of the house. More info at beachhousenicaragua.comRecent stories in the Los Altos Town Crier
This does not have anything to do with horses, but in case you are interested:Taking care of a parent brings unexpected rewards The story of the death of my long-time live-in mother-in-law. --Pam
Information About Wild Horses
This page is for people who want to know more about America's wild horses in order to understand them or to help protect them. The sources below will be of use also to students doing homework reports on wild horses.
Here are some sources of information on wild horses:
- New to this site:
www.madeleinepickens.com Madeleine Pickens and her National Wild Horse Foundation. Many links to relevant info.
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Return to Freedom is a great organization that operates
The American Wild Horse Sanctuary in Lompoc, CA, a wonderful refuge for horses and burros. They have a photograph gallery and a video. Here is one of their photographs:
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The American Wild Horse Preservation Campaign
A political-action organization working to preserve America's wild horse population. Lots of excellent information including a FAQ. Select "Press" to see excerpts from good articles. Check this site to stay current with wild horse political news.
Here is one of their photographs:
- PBS's general horse site. Includes links to web and print information.
- The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Horses and burros are available for adoption. You need to show on the application that you have a large enough corral and the intent to provide good care. Learn more...
- Wild Ponies on
Chincoteague Island
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Assateague Island
The islands of Chincoteague and Assateague, along with other barrier islands of Maryland and Virginia, are home to herds of wild ponies. There are pony foster parenting programs available.
From the Assateague website:
"Thousands travel to Chincoteague for the annual pony penning, after which part of the fire department's herd is auctioned. The event inspired author Marguerite Henry to write Misty of Chincoteague, a children's classic since its debut in 1947."
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Save a Pet Rescue Centers comprehensive public interest website with extensive advice on ways to save pets; this page links to discussions of pet adoptions, such as "What Do Rescue Centres Look For?"
- Wild Horses .org Wild Horses of America Foundation is dedicated to providing free-range homes for wild horses that have been removed from public lands.
Trail Ride to see Mustangs in the Wild Frontier Pack Train offers a variety of rides, one of them featuring wild horses. From their website: Ride with us as we track and observe the unbridled, untamed, wild mustang horse. Take a step back in time as we explore the past of the Truman Meadow Area in the Inyo National Forest [in California]. Spend four days observing the free roaming herds, blooming wildflowers and other resident wildlife including the mountain lion, a horse's natural predator. After a day in the saddle, relax, watch the sunset and enjoy a hearty meal prepared by our cook over an open fire. Each evening after dinner, discussions will be led by our experienced guides and guest speakers, focusing on the history, social behavior and uncertain future of these proud animals.
This is a trip for those who would like to experience the life of a cowboy out on the range. An active riding trip for people of all ages and riding levels. The group will operate from a base came and will ride out each day to the open range surrounded by high mountains. Don't miss four days of hospitality, home cooking and the thrill of western life. Cost $500 per person
Dude Ranches and Yoga
Here some websites for ranches that teach EFEL--Equine Facilitated Experiential Learning; participants deepen their yoga practice by communicating with horses. :Also, there is a book, Yoga for Equestrians: A New Path for Achieving Union with the Horse by Linda Benedik and Veronica Wirth.
For information on yoga, meditation, and fitness, please go to pamsyogafitness.com
Click here for my free online yoga class .
