Equifest Program 2020

Fort Riley Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard & Encampment

Presenting in Ag Hall Arena daily as a special demo with each breed showcase. Ag Hall Arena appearances: • Friday, March 6 th at 10:15 a.m. & 3:15 p.m. • Saturday, March 7th at 10:45 a.m. & 2:45 p.m. • Sunday, March 8th at 11:45 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

The First Infantry Division (1ID) Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard is a special ceremonial unit that provides community relations and ceremonial support to the First Infantry Division, Fort Riley, and the United States Army at the local, regional, and national levels. The CGMCG is one of only seven active equestrian units in the Army. Their mission is unique because Fort Riley was the home of the U.S. Army Cavalry School. They help to continue the historic tradition of the mounted cavalry through demonstrations and community engagement activities. All horses in the CGMCG are bay colored Mustangs and Quarter Horses. The feature, which most distinguishes the CGMCG from other mounted units, is the inclusion of an 1871 covered escort wagon in the formation. The wagon is an original, restored wagon that was used to bring rations and ammunition to resupply cavalry troopers on the battlefield in the Western frontier. The soldiers of the Mounted Color Guard are from Fort Riley on a two-year assignment. They represent all ranks. Some soldiers arrive with significant horse experience, while many others have none. A rigorous 60-day training program ensures that all soldiers in the CGMCG are expert horsemen prior to participation in public events.

See them in the Parade of Breeds in TPEC Arena Friday, March 6 th at 5:15 p.m.

Check out their encampment display set up in the stall barn and available for visiting throughout the three days of Equifest!

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