Mustangs: A Living Legacy
The course highlights the historical background and political evolution of wild horse populations; relevant aspects of the physical environment of the horse range, including climate, geology, water and seasonal changes, relevant physiology, reproduction, behavior and nutrition for wild horses, the relationship between wild horses and other animals and plant life in the ecology of the horse range and the principles of wild horse management and the current policies of the federal government. Additional information is available on request or once enrolled.
Instructor(s):
Craig London, D.V.M., is co-owner of Rock Creek Pack Station and Mt. Whitney Pack Trains in the southeastern Sierra Nevada mountains. He practices veterinary medicine in Bishop and has taught many UC Davis Extension courses on veterinary care and wilderness horsepacking.
When:
June 12-15: Sat. 7 a.m.-Tues. 3 p.m.
Where:
Benton Hot Springs Bed and Breakfast, 55137 Hwy 120, Bishop, CA
Fee:
$750.00 Includes horse, saddle, meals and instruction.
Credit:
3 quarter units academic credit, X407.2
Section:
094OTH800
Enrollment policies:
Refunds, less a $150 processing fee, will be given only if we receive written notification prior to May 12, 2010. No refunds after May 12, 2010.
