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Riding the appaloosa to prosperity

Pullman, WALocal News

The Chief Joseph Foundation launched an interpretive trail ride to connect tourists with appaloosa horses, which hold historical importance for the Nez Perce Tribe. A soft grand opening occurred near the Ewing Arena, backed by a $240,000 grant from the American Indian Alaskan Native Tourism Association. The three-hour tours will split time between the Nez Perce National Historical Park Museum and horseback riding, emphasizing the tribe's cultural heritage. Established in 1991, the foundation seeks to reconnect young people with appaloosas and enhance community prosperity through tourism. Board member Nakia Williamson-Cloud highlighted the vision of using horses to benefit the wider community, not solely the Nez Perce people.

Currently, the foundation boards 12 appaloosas and has provided horses for the Special Olympics. Plans are underway to build a classroom inside the arena to further educate local youth. This initiative aims to create a self-sustaining program that promotes cultural awareness and economic growth.

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