This message is from: Nancy Hotovy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hello to all -
Have really enjoyed all the stories about camping and trail riding with Fjords. We have just returned from Brown County, Indiana where Rich and I, along with Mike and Susie Sadlon took our horses and camped and went trail riding for 4 days. The weather was great, the horses were great, the people were great and then my vacation ended. Story of my life! I am a little concerned however, we received a lot of "What breed of horse is that?". Felt like I went back 10 years. At least here in Michigan people seem to know what a Fjord is even if they have never seen one in person. I think more Fjords are needed in Southern Indiana. There was over 70 miles of trails and our first day out we rode 25 - 30 miles. Big mistake when taking 3 people who primarily drive. 2nd day, I rode by myself, then we all went on a night ride. Was gorgeous out and we didn't even get lost. Brian, thanks for naming us on your list of drivers. Even though trail riding is my favorite, I can't imagine giving up driving. Was kind of like a fever - - just wanted to drive a horse in a cart - - then a team - - then a tandem - - then a unicorn - - then a 4 up hitch. Rich is the one who does the plowing, pulling and logging. Talk about your all-purpose horse! I agree with Vivian and Laura - always keep a whip in hand. I do a lot of driving on roads and even if you only need it once in your life, if it isn't in your hand - - you're in trouble. Someone asked about testing for Potomac Horse Fever. The University of Illinois performs a Potomac Horse Fever test. In the clinic I work for, we seem to see a lot of it some years and not so much in others. Have only had one or two cases this fall. A few years ago we had quite a few cases (it seems to hit here during the months of August & September). We had horses that had been vaccinated come down with PHF but they did recover. A few of the unvaccinated ones died - seems to me they didn't receive prompt treatment either. Linda - sounds like you and Sven are really a pair. I agree with Gayle, the horses seem to like vacations also. A Happy Fall to Everyone Nancy from southern Michigan where the weather is perfect!
