A great part of any fiesta in Costa Rica are the
cabalgatas! As I mentioned horses are big part of the life down here and any fiesta is a good reason to have a
cabalgata! This past Sunday was no exception as the San Jorge
cabalgata took place. Riders from far and wide came to enjoy good friends, good horses and great Costa Rican tradition. Old and young participate with kids as young as 6 riding their ponies and older folks into their 70s. Basically the
cabalgata is a trail ride through the beautiful Costa Rican country side for about 2 hours. Of course there are always a few
cerveza at the start, midway and finish plus a few treats like fresh
chicharrones! This ride was perfect with lots of single track trails, some good up hill and downhills and few creeks to cross. Donna rode our faithful and very trustworthy mare,
Chalana, and I rode my gentle little gelding,
Prieto. Lots of fun with our Costa Rican friends and neighbors.
Pura Vida!
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| Registering for the Cabalgata! |
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| Horses patiently waiting the start |
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Midway point - chicharrones & cervezas!
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