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« on: July 09, 2012, 07:35:19 PM » |
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Please see other post about lost horse in Jupiter. The horse is actually lost in Port Saint Lucie, Bluefield Ranch. I am leaving to go up there around 7 AM. anyone that wants to go please call me 561-601-3121, so maybe we can travel together.
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« Reply #1 on: July 09, 2012, 08:10:21 PM » |
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Wish I didn't work tomorrow, I'd go along and help.. Good luck.
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« Reply #2 on: July 09, 2012, 08:18:56 PM » |
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Thanks hopefully we find him if not maybe someone can put together another search party another day. If I am off of work, I would be willing to help. Would hope to have people helping me if needed.
Thanks again.
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« Reply #3 on: July 10, 2012, 07:22:13 PM » |
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Hope you find him! I'm working tomorrow, or I'd be happy to go. If you plan a search day on a weekend, those of us who aren't self employed and work a 9 to 5 might be able to join you.
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« Reply #4 on: July 10, 2012, 08:22:26 PM » |
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Latest update:
No, he has not been found and David and Vicki are trying to get a group together this weekend. The horse (Gemini) has been missing for 10 days as of today. They still believe he is in the park and alive. First, David was riding Gemini when the saddle became loose, going under the horse who in turn took off. During the searches they have located the stirups but nothing else that I know of. However, they also have not seen buzzards either, which is why they think he is still alive. The park is about 98% fenced, it is down in two spots thanks to a cow.
If you plan on going the Bluefield Ranch is on State Road 70 between I95 and the Beeline. It takes about an hour and a half to get there. I would also suggest bug spray, there were pockets with deer flies, we used human off which stopped them completely.
I will not be going on Saturday because I have to work,I work shift work and from 4 PM to 4 AM, just happened that today fell on my day off. I am sure David and Vicki would be grateful to whoever shows up. I just met them today, they were very nice and extremely concerned about their horse. They can be reached at 561-339-3116.
Good luck, anyone that goes please post how it went and if Gemini has been found. Thanks.
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« Reply #5 on: July 11, 2012, 02:03:33 PM » |
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How are people going on the search? On horse or by foot. How large is the park? I may be able to go.
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« Reply #6 on: July 11, 2012, 03:51:05 PM » |
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I just recieved word that Gemini was found today, unfortunately he was not found alive..was tangled in the scrub..
For all who prayed and helped with the search for this special horse it is deeply appreciated...sad ending for such a Great Horse... continued prayers for the owners and all who Loved him...
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« Reply #7 on: July 11, 2012, 04:06:44 PM » |
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Absolutely heartbreaking. How can this be prevented in the future? Is there horse GPS?
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« Reply #8 on: July 11, 2012, 04:11:42 PM » |
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I saw an ad on TV where you could put a gps in the shoes of an Alzheimer's patient and if they wandered you could find them. What a great idea to put something like that on horses that are used for camping and trail riding. Someone should market that .......
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« Reply #9 on: July 11, 2012, 04:13:14 PM » |
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There is an ad in the Trailriders magazine for sometype of GPS. Never really paid attention before.........just so sad.
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« Reply #10 on: July 11, 2012, 06:59:58 PM » |
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Not a bad idea. Maybe those of us who camp and trail ride should put lo jacks in our saddles, just in case!
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« Reply #11 on: July 11, 2012, 07:12:40 PM » |
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The ad is for "Zoombak", it is a 2.5 ounce water-resistant GPS. It costs $99.95.
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« Reply #12 on: July 11, 2012, 09:07:07 PM » |
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So sad to hear about this tragic outcome, both for the horse and for his owners. It reminds us that anything can happen at any time when dealing with horses.
RIP Gemini as you cross the Rainbow Bridge.
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"To ride on a horse is to fly without wings."
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« Reply #13 on: July 11, 2012, 09:13:39 PM » |
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So sorry to hear the news, heartbreaking. I was planning to go on Saturday to look for him.
RIP.
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« Reply #14 on: July 11, 2012, 09:46:59 PM » |
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So Sad and Heartbreaking - I think we all had such high hopes for Gemini's rescue and a happy ending.
Sending peace, love and light to Gemini and his owners.
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« Reply #15 on: July 12, 2012, 10:01:31 PM » |
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I just saw the tragic news on the other thread. GPS is a great idea! It would have to be small enough to braid into the horse's mane or tail, though. Attached to the tack, the horse could too easily shed it. You know what they say about trail riding with your cell phone... always keep it clipped to your boot, not your saddle. If you fall off your horse and get hurt, your cell phone doesn't do you any good if your horse runs off and it is clipped to your saddle! How sadly ironic.  |
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