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One of Canada's most recognized icons, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Musical Ride, will be performing at the Westoba Ag Centre of Excellence in the Keystone Centre on July 16 & 17, 2016.
“The Keystone Centre is thrilled to be hosting this iconic symbol of Canada. It is truly an event for all ages and something that should be seen by all citizens at least once in their lifetime. I think here in western Manitoba there is a big appreciation of the training that is required for these horses in order to run this program. With us hosting the program indoors you will never get a better opportunity to enjoy the show and to see the precision up close,” said Neil Thomson, general manager, Keystone Centre.
The RCMP Musical Ride represents a colourful Canadian tradition. The troop of 32 horses and riders will perform a variety of cavalry drills choreographed to music. Working through a unique medium, they support the RCMP community policing efforts throughout Canada.
The Musical Ride was developed in 1876 by early members of the North-West Mounted Police to display their riding ability and entertain the local community. It has evolved over the decades into a uniquely Canadian performance enjoyed by tens of thousands of spectators every year.
Members of the Musical Ride are first and foremost police officers. They all have at least two years experience in active police work before volunteering for duty with the Musical Ride. Surprisingly, most have no prior riding experience.
Tickets to the RCMP Musical Ride can be purchased at the Keystone Centre Box Office, online at tickets.keystonecentre.com or by phone at (204) 726-3555.