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"The Cracker Horse" Written by Vicky Baldwin Accompaniment and reading by Terry James Swett.
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Florida Cracker Association News, Events, Updates | ||||||||||||||||
It’s official! |
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On February 25, 2008, Billy Ray Hunter and Carlton Dudley began a trek of almost 300 miles on horseback along the Hernando DeSoto Trail. The ride was intended to raise awareness about proposed legislation designating the Cracker horse as Florida’s official Heritage Horse. (Senate Bill 230 by Senator Carey Baker and House Bill 131 by Representative Frank Attkisson). On March 6, 2008, Hunter and Dudley, along with twelve other Cracker horses and riders arrived at the De Soto State Historic Site in Tallahassee, Florida. The group was met by various state officials to include Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Charles Bronson. According to Bronson, “The Cracker horses are an integral part of Florida’s agricultural past. After hundreds of years, the breed continues and I think it is appropriate that they be designated as the state’s official Heritage Horse.” To all of those who participated in and contributed to this successful event – thank you. |
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De Soto Landing Tribute |
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The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services recently produced a video stating “Cracker horses are living, tangible links to Florida’s history….” Click here to download the video. |
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Men’s shirts ($25-35) are similar to picture -- long sleeve, but with snaps, chest pockets and western yoke fronts. Women’s shirts ($22.00) are short sleeve denim, slightly tapered, button front (22.00). Price does not include tax (Florida residence 7%) or shipping ($8.00). |
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