MEET THE TROOPS
 

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ADOPT-A-HORSE

The Friends of the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit introduce, “Adopt–A–Horse,” a new beneficiary program that allows you to “adopt” (sponsor) Otis, Mystic, Frederick, or Liberty, the brave police horses that compose the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit. All proceeds are donated to the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit and continue to ensure the mounted program and its tradition. “Adopting” a horse is a fun and unique gift for any occasion. Please email us for more information.

 

The Friends of The Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit continue our annual effort targeted to help The City sustain this iconic public safety service.

Every dollar helps to reach the final goal, so please consider donating to this cause and keep Boston’s parks safe for all!

 
 

Name: Frederick #915
DOB: 1993
Breed: Clydesdale cross

He was named after Frederick Law Olmsted – the “Father of Landscape Architecture” and the designer of Boston’s Emerald Necklace. Fred is the senior member of the unit, and has proven to be a true all-around performer.

 

Name: Liberty #911
DOB: 1998
Breed: Clydesdale Hackney cross

Liberty was named and numbered in honor of those who lost their lives as a result of the September 11, 2001 tragedy. He is the most athletic horse in the unit, and always brings out the best in his riders.

Name: Mystic #728
DOB: 2003
Breed: Clydesdale Hackney Cross

Mystic is the only mare in the unit. She was acquired in 2008 from Kingston, Ontario, Canada, and has the most gentle disposition of all six horses. The rangers have described Mystic as embodying “efficiency with kindness.”


 

Photos by Jodie Sinclair