The ARENA 2023 Tournament of Roses Equestrian Pictorial

EQUESTRIAN ENTRIES PICTORIAL 134th TOURNAMENT OF ROSES

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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS MOUNTED COLOR GUARD BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA

This ceremonial unit gets invited to many different type of events. In 1985, they made the first appearance in the Tournament of Roses Parade which is one of the largest events they participate in and have the honor of being the first military unit to lead the parade. The Mounted Color Guard also participates in events such as Marine Week, the Mardi Gras Parade, and the Houston Live Stock Show and Rodeo. The Mounted Color Guard is active with public schools participating in static displays, The U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC, and the Young Marines program which helps build community relations.

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CA STATE

GUARD 26TH MOUNTED OPERATIONS DETACHMENT BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA

In their first Rose Parade appearance, the CA State Guard 26th Mounted Operations Detachment is part of the California Military Department. The 26th Mounted Operations Detachment is comprised of Army, Air, and State Guards, as well as Cadet Corps. Their mission is to educate and raise awareness about the thousands of soldiers serving in the California State Guard and the thousands of state troops serving throughout the country. They also play an important role, responding to disasters and emergencies, rescues, animal evacuations, security and deploying to wildfires. Horse breeds represented here include Quarter Horses, Paint Horse, Mustangs, Azteca, Arabians, and Friesians.

SPIRIT OF THE WEST RIDERS

ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA

The Spirit of the West Riders have a passion for horses and preserving our American Western heritage. The hallmarks of the group are the fine western horses of various breeds, coupled with the authentic and colorful Old West period correct outfits, and the carefully researched saddlery and tack of each individual’s horse, used to represent the various equestrian occupations of those pioneers who helped tame the wild frontier of the 1840-1920 period of America. Some of their saddles are carefully restored original period works, while others are authentic reproductions. The Spirit of the West presents a living history panorama of America’s frontier-era equestrians.

Mutual of Omaha

Celebrating its new series, “Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild” will debut in January. Showcasing conservation, the exhibit features the story of two real bear cubs that were released back into the wild after being injured in a wildfire. The stunning floral display with pops of color raises awareness about the thousands of species on the brink of extinction. Riding the float is host of the show, Peter Gros.

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BLUE SHADOWS

MOUNTED DRILL TEAM LAKE VIEW TERRACE, CALIFORNIA

Blue Shadows can best be described as a cavalry-based organization where kids learn how to ride a horse or increase their riding skills, and also learn leadership and discipline, while meeting kids with similar interests. We are a fantastic organization for kids who would like to learn how to ride horses, ride in a drill team, and have fun in the process. As a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, Blue Shadows relies on support from donations, sponsorships, grants and fundraisers. It is an entirely volunteer-based organization.

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ALAMEDA

COUNTY

SHERIFF’S

MOUNTED POSSE DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse was founded in the 1940s, primarily as a precision drill team and color guard. Today, the Posse is a dedicated group of volunteers led by Linda Evans; they not only represent the Sheriff’s office in public relations events, but also contribute to the county’s Office of Emergency Services by assisting with large animal rescue from wildfires. This often goes beyond rescuing the animals but extends into their care and custody throughout the entire emergency. The Alameda County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse ride their personal horses, representing a variety of breeds, including Quarter Horses, Arabians, Rocky Mountains, American Paint Horses, Paso Finos and BLM Mustangs. For many members, riding in the 2023 Rose Parade is the fulfillment of a childhood dream.

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RAMONA, CALIFORNIA’S OFFICIAL STATE OUTDOOR PLAY

PRESENTED

BY THE RAMONA BOWL AMPHITHEATER HEMET, CALIFORNIA

Some of the 300 actual actors and performers from the Ramona Outdoor Play made the trip to Pasadena. Adapted from Helen Hunt Jackson’s groundbreaking late 1800s novel, Ramona, this play has been continually presented out of doors on Hemet, California’s spring evenings since 1923. The book served as an outcry across the nation calling for changes in government policies concerning native tribes. Now 99 years later, the communities of Hemet and San Jacinto continue to tell this important story of mid-19th century California history. The group includes the cowboys and Spanish riders portrayed in the play riding a variety of horse breeds, including Quarter Horse, Molly Mule, Missouri Fox Trotter and Thoroughbred.

THE WORLD-FAMOUS BUDWEISER

CLYDESDALES

have been the symbol of Anheuser-Busch for more than 75 years. Making Hundreds of appearances in North America and occasionally overseas each year, the Clydesdales hitch team always travels with a total of 10 gentle giants for their eighthorse hitch. To qualify for the team, a bay-colored gelding must have four white stockings, a blaze of white on his face, a black mane and tale, stand 18 hands six feet) and weigh 2,000 pounds. A gentle temperament is also vital as they meet fans every year. The Budweiser Clydesdales pull the iconic red beer wagon adorned of equally iconic roses, as well as the same ingredients used to brew its Budweiser without their Dalmatian mascot.

white hands high (about meet millions of their adorned with a gorgeous array Budweiser beer. No hitch is complete

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VALLEY HUNT CLUB

ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA

The Valley Hunt Club, where it all began. The club sponsored the very first Rose Parade in 1890. They ride in the parade honoring the history of Pasadena by dressing in period fashions in carriages drawn by Friesian horses with traditional English tack. Club President Diana Nixon seen here with her family in a Leyendekker carriage. The stunning floral decor was provide by club members who carry on the legacy of Pasadena’s heritage.

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1ST CAVALRY DIVISION

HORSE CAVALRY DETACHMENT FORT HOOD, TEXAS

The 1st Cavalry Horse Cavalry Detachment is an active duty unit and supports the U.S. Army. It is one of seven horse-mounted units that remain in active service. Their mission is to support the Army in public relations and recruiting while maintaining the U.S. Cavalry’s drill traditions of the 1800s. Led by Captain Abigail Edwards, this marks the troop’s 18th appearance in the Rose Parade. Outfitted in an authentic wool Campaign Uniform from 1874, they carry on the tradition from head to toe.

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PAINTED LADIES RODEO PERFORMERS CITRUS HEIGHTS, CALIFORNIA

The Painted Ladies Rodeo Drill Team are so much more than just an ordinary drill team. Established in 1993 and featuring several mother-daughter pairings, they have been Folsom Pro Rodeo’s number one equestrian attraction for 23 years running. Their costumes consist of handmade western show shirts, complete with sequined fringes and accented with hundreds of sparkling Swarovski crystals.

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Los Hermanos BANUELOS

ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA

Los Hermanos Bañuelos Charro Team is an authentic Mexican Charro team that promotes its culture and Mexican heritage at community parades and schools in the Pasadena School District. Founded by a group of friends and brothers, Los Hermanos Bañuelos promotes respect as the key to success and making a difference in the community. They began on the rodeo circuit and continue to tour, performing rope and horse tricks, dancing and prancing steeds, and spinning lassos.

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BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

This culturally diverse group preserves and promotes the Andalusian (Spanish) and Lusitano (Portuguese) horse breeds by showcasing their beauty, athleticism, diversity and heritage. The equestrian unit includes a beautiful 1906 hunting trap carriage in the traditional feria colors of Adalucia, Spain and feature traditional Spanish tack. The Andalusian riders wear flatbrimmed dark hats set off by colorful scarves and sashes around their waists. The Portuguese Lusitanos and their riders feature their own traditional tack and attire, including a high-backed saddle with front pommel and ovalshaped stirrups.

The Express Clydesdales

Express Coach and its eight-horse hitch of Express Clydesdales have been utilized as a neighborhood marketing tool for the Express brand since 1998.

Driven by Josh Minshull, the carriage carries the family of Tournament of Roses President, Amy Wainscott.

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This year the 25th Infantry Bicycle Corps have been included as a new facet of their history. The New Buffalo Soldiers represent the Tenth Regiment, Company H, of the U.S. Cavalry as a historical interpretation group, portraying the black infantrymen who served in the Civil War with painstaking accuracy. Three Iron Riders joining this year’s Rose Parade appearance represent 40 black soldiers who volunteered for a 1,900-mile experimental ride from Montana to Ohio on bicycles instead of steeds. Testing the feasibility of using these bicycles versus horses as a mode of military transportation, the mid-18th century journey was just as challenging as it sounds. Like the equestrian accoutrement used by the New Buffalo Soldiers, the bicycles ridden by the cyclists are replicated with careful authenticity. Horses included Tennessee Walkers and Missouri Fox Trotters.

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SCRIPPS MIRAMAR RANCH

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

Michelle Macfarlane transports her audience back to the days when movie cowboys were kings on horseback. All of the riders are mounted on Scripps Miramar Ranch’s American Saddlebreds and wear a colorful, authentic cowboy garb. The horses are showing off in their one-of-a-kind silver saddles and bridles. American Saddlebred Pintos are revered for their unusual coats, alert, expressive faces, arched necks, proud bearing, and showy, animated trot. These cowboys and cowgirls look like they just galloped out of the silver screen into the middle of Colorado Blvd.

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THE NORCO COWGIRLS RODEO DRILL TEAM

NORCO, CALIFORNIA

Founded in 2008, The Norco Cowgirls Rodeo Drill Team is a Rodeo Specialty Act that performs dangerous, high speed, precision maneuvers at a gallop to thrill screaming rodeo fans. The Norco Cowgirls are wearing their custom handmade western costumes, adorned with hundreds of Swarovski crystals, along with rodeo chaps and red Bailey cowgirl hats. The team is proud to be a positive role model for America’s youth and to support or veterans, Challenged Children’s Rodeo and the “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” Breast Cancer Campaign. The team consists of 12 dedicated horsewomen riding American Paint and American Quarter Horses. The team thrives on their ability to work together and build a relationship of trust between hose, rider and teammates.

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT MOUNTED UNIT

NUEVO, CALIFORNIA

Established in 2021, this is the Riverside County, California Sheriff’s Department Mounted Enforcement Detail’s first appearance in the Rose Parade. Their specially trained, sworn personnel complement the Sheriff’s Department in supporting civic activities and charity events, but also assist in tactical rescues and memorial & honor deployments. One of their most important goals is to work toward building and nurturing strong and trusted relationships between civilians and law enforcement. Their high visibility via being on horseback gives them a leg up on promoting law.