Perry County Sheriff's Office trail ride proves successful

The Perry County Sheriff's Offices sponsored its first fundraiser trail ride in an effort to raise money for training and equipment for its new equine section. According to Sheriff Gary J. Schaaf, "We sent six commissioned officers through a 50-hour training course in the use of horses for law enforcement last September and we put the unit on hold until we could raise some funds for safety equipment and training aids."

Having scheduled the fund raiser around holidays in hopes of a good turnout and good weather, the department got both. The 13-mile route proved to be fun, restful and a great opportunity for socializing. The event raised over $1000.