REINS gets new shade covers for horses, volunteers

FALLBROOK – Fallbrook’s therapeutic horsemanship program, REINS (Riding Emphasizing Individual Needs and Strengths) was in much need of a shaded workspace in which to tack horses in preparation for some 30 daily lessons. The existing cross ties were refurbished, thanks to the Eagle Scout project led by Jerry Gambrell of Camp Pendleton’s Boy Scout Troop 789. The cross ties area provides relief from the sun for not only the horses, but also for the 300 volunteers who work there each week.

The project consisted of removal of the existing worn and shredded cover, as well as rotted wood beams...