HOUSTON – A longtime Houston trail riding group says it was asked not to participate in this year’s downtown parade hosted by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, following the deaths of two horses during a week-long ride.
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The Northeastern Trail Riders Association of Houston has been a part of Houston’s rodeo tradition for decades. According to trail boss Anthony Bruno, the group has been riding since 1982.
Bruno explained that beyond participating in trail rides and parades, the association focuses on mentoring young riders.
“We teach kids how to rope and ride, teach them about cowboy culture,” Bruno said…