Host your own Hollywood horse movie party!

Two Bits

Did you know that Roy Rogers’ horse, Trigger, appeared in ninety feature films and more than one hundred television shows starring this Hollywood legend?  Films made by Rogers and other Hollywood legends like the Lone Ranger are called “classics,” meaning they are treasured, historic and have been enjoyed for many years. In the following activity a delicious movie snack will be made and movie invitations will be created to invite friends over to watch a few “classic” horse movies…

Materials:

• Invitation
• Writing tools
• Glue
• Glitter
• Feed sack (optional)
• JMH Feed Pan Trail Mix recipe
• Classic horse movies

Invitation:

Fill in the information.

“You are invited to a … “Horsing Around with Hollywood” Party!

What’s Up?

Classic horse movies and delicious snacks for Hollywood’s most famous two AND four-legged stars!

Where’s the Fun?  (Location)

When Does the Fun Begin?  (Time)

Give me a shout at (Phone Number) to let me know you’re coming!

“Hi-ho, Silver!”

Use the Following ideas to give your movie guests something yummy to nibble on:

JMH Feed Pan Trail Mix

• 2 cups Corn Chex
• 2 cups Rice Chex
• 2 cups Wheat Chex
• 1 cup Pretzel sticks
• 1 cup unsalted peanuts
• 1 cup M&M candies

Directions: Toss ingredients in a clean, lined small feed pan or bucket to serve! Option: Hats turned upside down and lined also make great holders for snacks. For extra nibbles, serve sliced apples and carrot sticks.

Crazy about horses? Test your knowledge with AQHA’s Junior Master Horseman program. You can even earn certificates!

After watching each movie, name the movie title, describe human and animal characters and share favorite movie moments. Talk about unique horse markings, special animal talents and unusual traits that made each character so memorable.