LEC Fun Ride 08
MARCH 29, 2008

FIRST ANNUAL SPRING FUN RIDE HELD

Forty- three riders enjoyed a beautiful wilderness challenge trail ride out of Cane Camp located within Kisatchie National Forest in Natchitoches Parish on March 29TH. This was Louisiana Equine Council's (LEC) First Annual Spring Trail Ride. The weather was a bit "iffy" but that did not dampen the spirits of those coming from Baton Rouge and surrounding areas to camp out for the weekend and enjoy riding, nature and fellowship.

The Dogwood Trees were in full bloom and the varying landscapes from rolling hills, to bluffs, to sandy bottomland made one feel they were not in flat Louisiana.

Fifty-three enjoyed a delicious Cowboy Stew and Peach Cobbler that was prepared by Ben D's Chuck Wagon Cooking over open fire. Full and happy, everyone relaxed and visited and a local musician strung his guitar and sang to the enjoyment of all. Two horse buckets and a basket full of various horse items were raffled off in the early afternoon and many ended their day with another ride out on the trails.

This was a combined effort by many members of LEC and they all helped make it a success. The Trails Committee is planning another ride in the fall, destination to be announced soon.

Thanks to LEC member Peggy Bianchi for organizing this event and doing a great job.