Jim McGaw
Don Kettle (left) and Santa Claus lead the parade in Common Fence Point Sunday. Two Belgian draft horses pulled a wagon full of 4-H members.
OK, ok — it was a wagon.
Two Rhode Island 4-H equestrian clubs delighted residents of Common Fence Point Sunday afternoon as they galloped through the neighborhood while escorting the big man himself, Santa Claus.
(Watch a short video here.)
Members of the Aquidneck Riders of Portsmouth and Team Riders of Richmond first gathered at the VFH Hall on Anthony Road, where they decorated the horses with ribbons, bows, bells and — in one case — antlers and a red nose.
Jim McGaw
Aquidneck Riders member Allie Nekrasz rides Josh, who was dressed up as Rudolph.
It was then back to the VFW for some merriment and treats. 4-H members also collected donations of canned goods for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.
Jim McGaw
Tina Little carries Wagner, a 5-month-old Nigerian goat, as she walks alongside the horses. Wagner was upset that he was separated from his sister, who was in the wagon. They were reunited a few minutes later.
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Thank you Jim, for covering our event. We are pleased to report that we collected 100 canned goods for the food bank from the generous people of Common Fence Point!
That’s fantastic, Laura! Hats off to the 4-H riders!