This dedicated group of men and women assist the Sheriff's Offices throughout the County of Napa when the need arises for unique talents of horse and rider.
Search & Rescue
Assisting with lost persons, evidence searches, and transporting equipment through difficult terrain for rescues.
Parades
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Community involvement for local parades.
Local Emergencies
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Such as floods or fires, Posse works as an integral part of the public service team.
Fundraising
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These funds, and generous donations from area persons and businesses, not only support the operations of the Posse, but are passed on in order to sponsor youth athletics and agriculture.
Events
Assisting with safety at charitable or civic events.
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Organized in 1949, the Napa County Sheriff's Mounted Posse has historically distinguished itself with a half a century of service to the community and is the oldest working posse in the State of California.
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This dedicated group of men and women assist the Sheriff's Offices throughout the County of Napa when the need arises for unique talents of horse and rider. Though the Posse's primary function is the performance of search and rescue, they are activated during local emergencies, such as floods, as an integral part of the public service team. Whether involved in the charitable or civic events, local parades, or lending a hand to deserving organizations, the Posse takes pride in their support of the community.
OUR HISTORY
OUR HORSES
Jewel
Breed: Mustang
Rider: Madi
Curly
Breed: Belgium Draft, Paint
Rider: Wendy
Scooter
Breed: Paint
Rider: David
Woody
Breed: Quarter Horse
Rider: Tessa
Dakota Sioux
Breed: Mustang
Rider: Melanie
Victor
Breed: Friesian
Rider: Judy
Calypso
Breed: Andalusian
Rider: Debbie
Ringo
Breed: Quarter Horse, Palomino
Rider: Brenna
Scout
Breed: Paint
Rider: Wendy
Our Team
Join the Posse
Requirements:
In order to be part of the Mounted Posse, the following minimum requirements must be met:
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Own or have exclusive access to a horse, truck, and horse trailer
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Demonstrate horsemanship skills.
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Pass a background investigation
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Live in, or have a reasonable response time to Napa County
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Be in reasonably good health, able to mount your horse without aid
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And must possess the will and desire to volunteer your time to assist the Sheriff’s Department in its commitment to the community
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We invite all that are interested to join us at one of our meetings, held the first Thursday of every month at 7pm at the Napa County Sheriff’s Office, 1535 Airport Blvd in the Emergency Operations Center. If you are unable to attend a meeting and would like more info, contact us!
