The Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard will hold its annual Open House Sunday, June 22, from 10am to 2pm. The horse guard facilities are located across from the old Fairfield Hills Hospital in Newtown and will be open to the public. Lunch and refreshments will be available.

Guided tours of the barn will be offered. The Troop will be performing a mounted Cavalry Drill and a Musical Ride with Lances. There will also be horseback rides for children provided by members, as well as t-shirts and souvenirs for sale.

An outdoor historical museum display will be set up as well as a recruitment tent for prospective new members who wish to learn more about the Troop and discover some of it’s important history as Cavalry in Connecticut. The Second Horse has been serving the citizenry of Connecticut since 1808 and is one of the oldest Cavalry Units in continuous service in the United States.

The Troop currently has it’s own “Special Needs” riding program, and has rescued 4 Wild Mustangs, that are being trained along with 32 other horses in it’s herd. All horses are donated with a tax deduction provided for donors, of accepted mounts.

Troopers will be available throughout the day ready to serve you with whatever needs you may require.

For more information call 426-9046.