For the second time in Oulu a horse fair took place on the market place, October 15^th. Neither wind nor occasional rain kept people away from having a look at an animal that was man’s best friend almost as long as dogs were. Unfortunately there weren’t any horses to buy directly, but interested future horse owners could check what was available from various photographs. Nevertheless, some nice examples of the species were present at the market and most of them willing to let the on-lookers have a very close look.

The times when horses were peoples’ partners at work are gone, but in sports and hobbies the four-hoofer is gaining popularity every year. It is not only girls who are crazy about horses – more and more men find their way to the stables and enjoy quality time on horseback. The important and necessary equipment was available at different stalls on the market square.

Connected to horses, the care for them and their commercial use are a couple of professions that can be learned in the region of Oulu.  Such training institutions used the occasion to advertise their career opportunities. Young people especially, showed interest in these options for their future profession.

Hopefully next year the sun will shine for a bigger display of marvellous horses.