Horse lovers have a treat in store for them when Huber Farm in 70 Mile House hosts the Cariboo Trails Combined Driving Event (CTCDE) on July 14-15.
It’s two full days of horse and carriage competition in the disciplines of dressage, obstacle cones and cross-country marathon. There will be a concession stand run by the 70 Mile House Volunteer Fire Department as well as artisan and other interesting displays.
Events go from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day and CTCDE chair Ken Huber expects at least 27 entries. A handful will be from the local area, but the bulk will come from other communities, including Quesnel, Smithers, Pritchard, Kelowna, the Fraser Valley and Alberta.
“We’ll see everything from minis to Friesians, Welsh ponies, thoroughbreds, draft horses and a donkey. There will be lots of well-trained and well turned out horses.”
Ribbons and prizes will be awarded to the best in each division and to the best-conditioned animal.
The same event last year saw approximately 300 spectators and Huber is expecting a good crowd again.
“It will be a busy weekend for 70 Mile House.”
There is no admission charge for spectators, but donations of cash and food items for the local food bank will be welcomed.
Huber is still looking for a few volunteers to help during the weekend and those interested can contact him at 250-456-6050.
