Predators & Camping

[Kelly]

I only have a few more things to do to my van then I’ll be ready to take my tiny A size minis camping! Doesn’t look like I will be making Palo Duro Canyon this year but I hope to make it next year.

I am starting to plan our first camping trip for next month. But now this has got me thinking, what about predators? How am I going to protect my mini horse from the predators? I was planning to high tie them to my van at night but I’m not so sure now. Then I was thinking I could put them in a camp provided stall but that would be easy for a mountain lion to get into or even coyotes.

Would lights and a radio really fend off predators? I have my doubts. Need ideas on how to keep my minis safe while camping out with them.

 

[HersheyMint]

Research Predator Lights. I use them along my fence line to help keep coyotes away. They are solar.

 

[LostandFound]

Our predators tend to stay away from the noise and smell of people and campfires. I would probably start with a call to the office of the park and see what they think. They have a better idea of what is likely to come close and how to keep it away.

 

[Crimson Rose]

I don't have any experience camping with ponies, but I would love to see pictures of your future adventures! What a fun idea!

 

[Ilovehorses123]

maybe buy something like this? I've only heard about this, I can't leave a personal review, but it sounds good

"Nite Guard Solar is an original predator light designed to stop mounted predators before they get close enough to risk harm."

 

[kimbalina]

I haven’t stopped thinking about your upcoming camp out!! Really excited x