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Ride Your Horse on Planet Vasquez Rocks

July 31, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Vasquez Rocks ~ Ride Your Horse On Another Planet 

Vasquez RocksTucked away in the little city of Agua Dulce, just off the 14 freeway in Southern California, are Vasquez Rocks.  Vasquez Rocks got its name from the bandit Tiburcio Vasquez.  Some have characterized Vasquez as a Robin Hood, while others have made him out as a womanizer.  Most agree he lived outside the law.  When he allegedly killed some men near Hollister, California, his gang rode to Southern Cal to escape capture.  For a time he hid in the area that now bears his name.  He eluded capture by using the rock formations and caves to hide.

In the 1930’s, a movie director suggested Vasquez Rocks as a shooting location for Tibet.  This was the beginning of a new relationship with Hollywood.  Og course it was a favorite setting for Westerns.  The Texas Ranger (1931) and the Gambler (1939) used the rocky back drop to simulate the Old West.

When television arrived, Vasquez Rocks’ popularity grew.  The Lone Ranger, Cheyenne, Gunsmoke, Bonanza, The Big Valley, The Wild Wild West, and Hondo used the rocks at least once.

In 1967, Vasquez Rocks got its big break in Hollywood.  The crew of the Enterprise landed right in its backyard.  It was used to fight the Gorns.  They also used the rocks in the movie production of Star Trek IV as the planet Vulcan.

Our Ride to Vasquez Rocks

It has shortened the park hours because of COVID.  But, because the Pacific Crest Trail runs through the park, you can get in through those entrances.  There’s parking on Escondido Canyon Road.  They charge no admission to get into the park.

Pertinent Information

Vasquez Rocks Website

10700 West Escondido Canyon Road
Agua Dulce, CA 9139

Park Telephone: (661) 268-0840

If you go in the summer, it can get warm so leave early.  It wouldn’t hurt to take water and a light snack.  There are some trail maps to follow.  For most of our ride you could often see the 14 Fwy. on one side or the houses on the other.  It really helped with orientation.  The terrain can be rock in places.  If your horse has tender feet, I would suggest boots.

Enjoy!

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Hansen Dam Group Ride ~ VIDEO

July 24, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Hansen DamWorking on my Video Channel

I’ve had a YouTube Channel for 12 years now.  Back in 2008, I began shooting experiences with my mare Jessie.  The very first video was of us working cows.  A lesson my wife bought us for my birthday.

Through the years, I’ve chronicled many of our rides and adventures.  Video editing software was difficult to use back then.  I wasn’t very good at either shooting or editing.  Over the last two years, I’ve studied video editing and production.  I’ll admit, it’s still scary in front of the camera.  But I have a desire to share our knowledge and experiences, and this is the best way.

My goal is to shoot quality videos of trail rides, travel, horse training, and things-you-should-know.  As difficult as it is to be behind the camera and on top of a horse, I’m trying it.  I hope you’ll subscribe to my channel and offer feedback and suggestions.

Hansen Dam Trail Ride

Several years ago we did an ETI Trail Trial at Hansen Dam Recreational Area in Lakeview Terrace, California.  It was my first experience with an ETI trial and we had a lot of fun.  Hansen Dam is easy to get to.  Just off the 210 Freeway near Sylmar, there is ample parking for a group of trailers.

Gabrielino Equestrian Park is located there.  A warm-up arena with good footing is next to the parking lot.

Different sections of the area offer different trail rides.  In one section there is thick growth with many creek crossings.  In other areas there is rocky, almost desert -like terrain.  Our ride took us through both areas.  We had an experienced guide, but if you’re good with directions, it would be difficult to get lost.  The 210 freeway is visible from almost anywhere, and we use it as a landmark.

On one of our trail rides there, we rode under the freeway, up Little Tujunga Canyon, to a food truck is in the middle of a nursery.  It’s called the Hideaway Cafe Food Truck.  It serves good Mexican food and there is a place to tie up your horse.

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Equine Transportation with EquiJet

March 31, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Equine Transportation with EquiJet

Equine transportationIn my world, equine transportation means loading up my horse in the trailer and driving for a few hours.  But I’ve often wondered what it was like for a horse being transported across the country or even around the world.  What is equine transportation mean to them?  What is it like for horses that qualify to get to the Olympics to compete, racehorses, or perhaps even a prize bull who moves from one ranch to another country?  I remembered the first time I flew in a plane.  It was kind of scary.  The power you feel on takeoff, the pressure changes, and the bumpy landings are unnerving.  I had an adult to explain everything was all right, but what about an animal?

On today’s show is Bastian Schroeder of EquiJet, an equine transportation company.  EquiJet helps horses and livestock get from one place to another by plane. And it’s not just horses, EquiJet has even transported kangaroos and Zonkies!  Bastian didn’t set off to be in the equine transportation industry.  His career path was much different.  Bastian discovered he had a knack for details and logistics.  His love of horses helped him too.  These are all key ingredients to do what it takes to navigate the maze of rules, regulations, and quarantines required to get an animal from one place to another.  On today’s show we’ll look at what it is like for a horse to travel by plane.

 

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Carmalee Scarpitti Overcomes Difficult Challenges

March 17, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Carmalee Scarpitti Overcomes Difficult Challenges

carmalee scarpittiCarmalee Scarpitti loves learning.  In 2003, it turned her world upside down when she was in an accident with a drunk driver.  Badly injured, Carmalee was in a wheelchair for months.  Therapy worked to a point, but she need more help.  She found a therapeutic riding center, Horses for Hope, and began with one therapeutic riding session a week.  Her legs got stronger, her core strength improved too.  Her progress was so impressive, she took the leap and got her own horse, Macy.

Carmalee Scarpitti wanted more and searched the internet for articles and videos on horsemanship.  her thirst for information was insatiable.  She kept studying, riding, and getting stronger.  By a lucky draw, while on a trail ride, Camalee won a year membership to Julie Goodnight’s Horsemaster Academy.  The program ignited her desire to learn more.  She found the program very helpful and wanted to share her experiences with other people.  Carmalee completed the Horsemaster Academy in just under a year and no is looking forward to teaching.

Pay It Forward

“Paying back” is a philosophy Carmalee is very passionate about.  Whether it the horsemanship knowledge she’s learned over the years, her local 4-H Club, or the therapeutic riding center, Horses for Hope,  that help her get her legs back, Carmalee Scarpitti feels it is essential to share her experience.

Links Heard on This Episode

carmalee ScarpittiHorses for Hope Therapeutic Riding Center
Help Carmalee Raise Money for Horses for Hope

Julie Goodnight’s Website and Link to the Horsemaster Academy

Julie Goodnight Facebook page

 

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Inspiration with John Toli

February 18, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Inspiration with John Toli

John ToliSomething completely unexpected happened to John Toli.  John is a regular listener of the podcast and his story involves respected horseman Buster McLaury.  The whole story began with a vacation/horse clinic trip John took with his wife Lisa.  John didn’t want to tell the story because he met a horseman and wanted to brag about.  He wants to tell his story to inspire others to say “yes” to opportunity.   John took a chance and reached out to Buster to help him train his horse.  What he didn’t know was that it would lead to such a special friendship.

John wants people to know that we all have insecurities and doubts.  He wants you to know how his life was enriched when he didn’t give in to those insecurities.

And that’s the wonderful thing about producing this podcast.  Listeners from all over the world have reached out to me to share their thoughts and ideas.  The horse has brought us together.  By sharing our knowledge and experience with one another we grow.  We grow not only has horse men and women but as humans.  Thanks for sharing.

 

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