The Leeds County Draft Horse Club was formed in 1986. The club welcomes all types of draft animals, from traditional horse breeds such as Belgians, Clydesdales and Percherons, heritage breeds such as Canadians, Shires and Suffolk Punches, or more recent arrivals to North America, such as Fjords, and Halflingers. Even mules and oxen have participated in Club events. Its mission is to promote the proper care and use of draft horses, whether it be for agricultural or recreational endeavours. Its motto is: Sharing a Wealth of Experience. That experience was on display at the club’s spring field day on Saturday, May 23rd.
Ken and Tiny pulling a single furrow walking plow.
Single furrow seated plow
Log skidding
Knowing next to zilch about horses I can’t really comment on them, but one thing that strikes me in this photo essay is how fit all the men look.
Good point Waterjay. That walking plow sure looked like hard work. Based on the farmers I deal with when I buy hay, I would have to say farmers are a pretty fit bunch even without horses. Farming is still hard work. Keeping horses is good exercise in itself, though.
What a neat event. Did you just stumble across this, or did you know of it in advance? Gorgeous horses, I love drafts.
I knew about it in advance, I saw a sign out front of the place a few weeks ago, and then there was an ad in the local paper. Didn’t know you were that interested. They are pretty nice to see, those big horses.
Nice pictures. I especially like the second last picture of the team looking at something off camera.
I just love the heavy horses. I always go see them in the aggie building at Stampede. The parade on the first day always has lots of them too. Beautiful yet gentle.
Great pics.
I’d like to see the Stampede one day, Stamperdad.
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