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[HowlingHooves]

Range Trotters are the result of crossbreeding Orlov Trotters, Finnhorses, Welsh Cobs (section C & D) and Hanoverians. Later crosses of Quarter Horses, Paint and Appaloosas to gain color and to give a boost to their hardiness.With a height average of 13-15 hands, they're a hardy breed with characteristics for various disciplines.

Created for use as work, carriage and leisure riding horses originally, they now serve as long-distance range horses, such as work with Park Rangers and mounted officers.

Willing and eager personalities, most are quickly trained to be bombproof and therefore trusted mounts in all lines of work; some are being seen in local show jumping competitions, others are notably used in therapeutic sessions for their calm temperaments. Harness races and endurance trials are common for the breed, as they are able to sustain an extended trot without tire. Cross-Country competitions see some of the taller Trotters, but due to their cob lineage this is still uncommon.

Despite the variety of competitions and work these horses are being seen in, they are still famously skilled as endurance racers. Many competitors have chosen Range Trotters due to their tireless work ethic, as well as the ease in which they can be trained. Many have become champions in endurance trials, and they have quickly become a sought after breed for their natural ability.

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COMPETITIONS
Cross Country/Endurance || Dressage/Harness Racing

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Arms crossed as he glared at the broken and downed rails, Sam shuffled the toothpick between his lips from one side to the other as he sighed out his nose.

“What’re repairs for this up to now, Sam?” Jerome asked as he pulled on his leather work gloves, stepping up beside his shorter friend and coworker. Leaning back on one leg and setting his hands on his hips, Jerome chuckled lowly at the sour look on Sam's face.

“I’ll tell you, if you tell me what's the pool up to now?”

“Not a chance, bud. After you took us all with the corral repairs? Ain’t that stupid.” Jerome chuckled again before the two men begrudgingly set to work trying to repair the fence that, for the last four months, kept mysteriously breaking. Horses weren’t pastured out this far, and the ranger station was some miles away. Larger animal tracks weren’t seen, just the usual coyote or bobcat, as well as the obvious tracks of dogs and cats and horses on the trail both inside the property line and out. Nothing out of the ordinary.

“Think we’re being haunted by something.”

“Doubt it, Jerome. Don’t believe in that crap. Not like there’s anything to haunt all the way out here, anyway.”

[HowlingHooves]

•Members may explore once per opening. Staff may explore twice per opening, and may explore both with and without a trotter.
•You may only choose one Adelaron staff member to join your trail ride.
•Multiple posts during the same opening will disqualify all entries for that opening.
•Results will be posted no later than the weekend following a closure.
xxxx∘ ie. If closed on Sunday, results will be posted by the following Saturday.
•Items awarded can be returned for HM’s, more info below.
•Trotters found will be created within two weeks of the results post.
•You may not request a specific artist to claim your captured explore trotter.
• If a trotter is not claimed within two openings, it will be offered to the creating artist or raffled to the community.

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[b]Username:[/b]
[b]Walking or Riding Trail:[/b] (include link to trotter being used if riding!)
[b]Explore Guide:[/b]
[b]Last Explored:[/b]

round 3 is open!

[HowlingHooves]

There is a 10% chance to run across a feral Trotter, with a 25% chance to capture.
Companion animals can be found with any captured trotter.
There is a 30% chance of having a random companion. Companion animals cannot be chosen.

Available Companions:
Australian Koolie | Border Collie | Coyote | Sitting Cat | Stretching Cat | Bobcat | Chicken | Grouse | Gopher | Piglet | Goat Kid

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On Foot Finds: (45% chance)
Broken Feather | Dull Feather | Glossy Feather | Staff’s Tears | Carrot Bundle | Hoarfrost

Horseback Finds: (15% chance)
Twin Booster | Patched Satchel | Silk Ribbon | Hummingbird Dust | Love Potion

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Special Seasonal Finds:
If a horse is found, but not captured there is a 40% chance to find an item instead of returning empty handed!

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Spring:
Jar of Glitter
Flower Petals

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Summer:
Striped Binoculars
Serengeti Feed

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Fall:
Cursed Flames
Tarot Card

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Winter:
Elder Wand
Gauntlet of Fire

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[HowlingHooves]

Staff available to guide trail
Staff will be cycled every opening, some may do multiple openings, some may not be seen for a while.
If you want a specific staff member to tag along, be sure to double check they’re available for the task!

Serris Marks

Owner of Adelaron Stables, she and her brother run the property.
She’s quite busy, but sometimes she’ll take a break for a day to hit the trails.
• Can only be chosen on horseback •
∘ +20% to Horse Finds during Summer and Fall ∘

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Sam Marks

Co-owner of Adelaron Stables, and the resident ranch hand in charge.
He’s usually responsible for the daily repairs and deliveries, he hates paperwork
• Can be chosen on foot or horseback •
∘ +20% to item finds during Summer and Fall ∘


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Jerome Atticus

Sam’s right hand man, Jerome is both a ranch hand and a western trainer.
He’s down to earth and patient, and he likes to make sure everyone is included.
• Can be chosen on foot or horseback •
∘ +10% to horse finds during Spring and Winter ∘


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Meredith Lain

Meredith is brash, loud and has a temper. But she’s got a good heart, and is always on the lookout
for the wellbeing of both horse and rider under her tutelage of English riding.
• Can be chosen on foot or horseback •
∘ +10% to item finds during Spring and Winter ∘


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Hailey Ford

Hailey is a barrel racer, but likes to take to the trails on foot after a long day.
She’s friendly, she’s motivational and loves the outdoors.
• Can only be chosen on foot •
∘ +10% to item finds all year ∘


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Heather and Alex Parson

Single mom Heather and 11-year old Alex are a fun but calm pair to take to the trails.
Heather is a typical mom always looking out for those under her care,
while Alex is quiet but has a knack for spying things out of the ordinary.
• Can be chosen on foot or horseback •
∘ +5% to item finds all year ∘


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Mike Lowe and Marissa Lowe

The Lowe twins are a mashup of emotions, often bickering
lightly with one another over which direction to take.
But they’re both smart, have good horse sense and like adventure.
• Can be chosen on foot or horseback •
∘ +5% to horse finds all year ∘


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Jasmine Hall and Kale Banes

Jasmine and Kale are friends, but not super close. They met at Adelaron, and they’re both just
happy to take on duties as asked to help reduce board fees for their horses. However, they make a
good duo for leading trail rides, and put the safety of the group with them over unplanned adventures.
• Can only be chosen on horseback •
∘ +5% to horse or item finds all year ∘

[HowlingHooves]

Explore is finally open again!
But looks like the staff are having some trouble with the fences, hmm.. wonder what could be breaking them down?
Maybe we'll find out!

To explore, please be sure to fill out the form correctly!
You may choose to explore on foot or riding one of your trotters,
but only with an available guide for that action!

Let's get to wandering the grounds around Adelaron Ranch, see if we can round up any feral Range Trotters!
The NRTrA has allowed for any wild trotters to be captured humanely and taken in by those registered with the association.
There is a small chance of finding one, since they've become very elusive as of late, but don't let that get you down!
Let's hit the trails!
Good luck-

[HowlingHooves]

It is currently SPRING
This opening, the following guides are available...
Sam Marks - foot trails or horseback trails
Jerome Atticus - foot trails or horseback trails
Hailey Ford - foot trails only
Jasmine & Kale - horseback only

[HowlingHooves]

Username: HowlingHooves
Walking or Riding Trail: Walking
Explore Guide: Jerome Atticus
Last Explored: --

Walking or Riding Trail: Riding Eel
Explore Guide: Jasmine & Kale
Last Explored: --

[►Athena◄]

Username: ►Athena◄
Walking or Riding Trail: Riding - Bramble
Explore Guide: Jerome Atticus
Last Explored: n/a

[Baobabel]

Username: Baobabel
Walking or Riding Trail: Riding Tiaki
Explore Guide: Jerome Atticus
Last Explored: n/a