Remember when the RCMP Musical Ride came to Eston?

By Joan Janzen

Almost thirty years ago, the RCMP Musical Ride came to Eston on August 4, 1994, when they performed in front of 1,700 people. In appreciation of the riders’ performance of difficult manoeuvres, the community hosted a luncheon for the Mounties.

As part of their performance, the riders mingled with the crowd, meeting people in the audience. The stables were open to the public the day prior to the performance, where people could meet the horses and their riders.

The constables volunteered for participation in the musical ride, which is a three year commitment. The horses went through extensive training and did not participate until they were at least six years old.

Fast forward to the present year 2023, which marks the 150th anniversary of the RCMP.

The RCMP Musical Ride came to Eston on August 4, 1994. Photo: (Crossroads, August/1994)