RCMP Musical Ride

The RCMP Musical Ride is a Canadian tradition choreographed to music in which the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) publicly display their riding ability and perform numerous intricate cavalry drills.

The Ride is made up of actual police officers who volunteer for this duty, and although most members have no riding experience prior to joining, they become expert horsemen thru rigorous training. The most anticipated highlight of the Musical Ride is when all 32 riders and horses perform the CHARGE, with lances poised and steeds a galloping!

The RCMP 2010 Musical Ride Tour Dates are as follows:

• June 23-27 Sunset Ceremonies
• July 1 on Parliament Hill

Keep in mind that the Musical Ride travels between May and October but you are always welcome to visit the stables at the RCMP Rockliffe Stables. There is so much to see and do even when the Musical Ride is not at home.

Hours of operation of the Musical Ride Visitor's Centre (tours are also available):

• May - August: seven days a week 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• September - April: Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 - 2:00 p.m.

To purchase "Mountie" souvenirs, don't forget to visit the The Mountie Shop:

• May - August: seven days a week 9:00 - 4:00 p.m.
• September: Monday - Friday 9:00 - 4: 00 p.m.
• October - April: Monday - Friday 10:00 - 3:00 p.m.

For more information, contact them at:
Telephone: (613) 741-4285
fax: (613) 741-5083

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