RCMP Musical Ride
July 13, 2008
Almonte Fairgrounds

Photo credit: John McQuarrie

The Maple Leaf. Breathtaking Wilderness. A "Mountie". All are familiar international identifiers of our `True North Strong and Free'. The image of the red-coated Mountie in broad-brimmed Stetson hat is instinctively associated with Canada around the world. But there is more to the Mounties than just a romantic image. The stage was set in 1873 for a role that would intimately connect the Mounted Police and its members with the development of Canada as a great nation. From the beginning of its long history, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have served Canada and its people by establishing law and order in the frontier reaches of this vast nation. As the country grew in population and diversity, and its communities became more established, the Mounted Police adapted, ensuring the peace and security for its citizens.

Representing a colourful tradition and ceremony through the horse and the scarlet uniform, the RCMP created a spectacle known around the world as the Musical Ride. The Musical Ride provides Canadians, from coast to coast, with the opportunity to experience part of our heritage and national identity.

On July 13th the Almonte Fair Grounds will be treated to the RCMP Musical ride. The first Musical Ride was performed in 1876. There is likely no better opening to the 150th Almonte Fair then one of the most visible traditions of Canada, The RCMP Musical Ride.

Below is the schedule of events that will take place that evening.

For more information: RCMP Musical Ride