Endless Valley Demo

Just before a wonderful potluck dinner on July 2, three members of the Midwest Distance Driving Association (MDDA) were happy to present a demonstration for the riders and crews at the Endless Valley (DRAW II) ride.

Derrick Dupler of Stevens Point opened the demonstration by sharing his special relationship with Rhia, his black Morgan mare. Rhia was the star of the show as she performed tasks and tricks for everyone to enjoy – from kissing and bowing to fetching and painting. It was obvious that Derrick and Rhia have spent many hours of quality time together.

Next Jac Deweese (Pardeeville) and Wes Licht (McFarland) used Anniversary Annie, a buckskin Morab mare, to demonstrate the correct procedure for harnessing and hitching a light horse for driving. Wes talked about the various parts of the breast collar harness and how to adjust them as he put them on Annie. Jac and Wes then hitched her correctly to his restored road cart, completing the preparation for driving. Many in attendance asked some very good questions.

MDDA thanks Endless Valley Ride Managers Peggy Brush and Linda Jacobson for this opportunity. Derrick, Jac and Wes have appreciated the many kind words received from those who were in the audience and enjoyed the demonstration.