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Tag: Mounted Patrol

November 28, 2018 10:52 AM

Did you know that our mounted patrol unit exists because of Friends of Madison Mounted Horse Patrol? Friends of Madison Mounted Horse Patrol is a volunteer, non-profit fundraising and advocacy organization that promotes and supports our mounted patrol unit. Part of their role is to seek … [read more]

Category: Community Outreach
Tags: Mounted Patrol

December 11, 2017 12:53 PM

CPD Problem Solving Initiative 600 University Ave 2017 All, Earlier this year, I blogged about a host of concerns occuring in the area of 600 University Ave. Since that time, there have been a number of incidents, stories, and efforts made to address the myriad of … [read more]

Category: Central District
Tags: Captain Freedman, Central District, Community Partnership, Downtown Safety, Mounted Patrol

April 20, 2017 5:54 PM

Recently, the Madison Police Mounted Patrol Unit travelled to Green Bay to train with Milwaukee Mounted Police and the newly formed Green Bay Police Mounted Patrol. There were a total of 11 police horses and 17 officers that took part in this two day training with topics that included formation … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Mounted Patrol

February 23, 2017 4:17 PM

On February 14th and 15th, Michelle Knapp (www.knapphorsemanship.com) provided the Mounted Patrol Unit with a two day training focusing on “Posture and Balance” at the Horse First Farm. Officers learned how to be a more connected and effective partner by understanding how they can improve their … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Mounted Patrol

August 22, 2016 3:54 PM

Last week the "Connections" event was held in the Tree/Wexford neighborhood. This is a community event that has been taking place yearly for more than a decade. MPD was well-represented at the event, with the K9 unit, Mounted Patrol Unit, and West District Community Policing Team participating. … [read more]

Category: West District
Tags: Community Events, Community Partnership, Community Policing, K9, Mounted Patrol, Neighborhood Police Officers, West District

November 10, 2015 1:04 PM

For a "horse's" view of Freakfest, click on the video below: Horse's View [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Mounted Patrol

September 16, 2014 2:50 PM

A note of thanks, The 2014 riding season has been filled with some amazing moments thanks to our riders and their mounts but has also seen some unprecedented challenges.  I would like to share with everyone some of these experiences while extending my sincere appreciation for all those … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Mounted Patrol

August 13, 2014 4:47 PM

Some of Madison's smallest residents took pictures, received cards and pet two of Madison's largest officers Wednesday afternoon in the parking lot of the Bayview Community Center in the Triangle Neighborhood of Madison. The mounted patrol teams pictured are, starting from the left, … [read more]

Category: South District
Tags: Community Policing, Mounted Patrol, South District

July 30, 2014 12:11 PM

Coming to a PARK near you! Join the Madison Police Mounted Patrol Unit in their "Community Corral". The Community Corral is an informal meet and greet on a scheduled date, time and location. It is a great way to 'corral' up area neighbors to say hello to the largest 4-legged members of … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Central District, Community Policing, East District, Events, Mounted Patrol, North District, South District, West District

July 10, 2014 8:25 AM

Coming to a PARK near you! Join the Madison Police Mounted Patrol Unit in their "Community Corral". The Community Corral is an informal meet and greet on a scheduled date, time and location. It is a great way to 'corral' up area neighbors to say hello to the largest 4-legged members of … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Community Policing, Mounted Patrol

April 9, 2014 12:43 PM

Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 27, 2014 for our Fourth Annual Open House and Badge Ceremony! MPD’s Mounted Patrol Unit will be there to give tours of the facility, police horse demonstrations, to answer your questions, meet-and-greet with the public and more. There will also be a … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Mounted Patrol

August 9, 2013 11:44 AM

Coming to a PARK NEAR YOU! The mounted patrol is currently seeking a BEAUTIFUL PARK in YOUR neighborhood to host its "Community Corral".  It is amazing to see how many people come to say HELLO to the horses, but have never met EACH OTHER! Part of making a community safe is knowing who … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Community Policing, Mounted Patrol, North District

August 6, 2013 10:41 AM

About 50 children and adults stopped out at Mohican Pass Triangle Park last Thursday to meet members of the MPD Mounted Patrol.  The event was a great opportunity to see the horses and learn about the MPD Mounted Patrol, while meeting their neighbors).   [read more]

Category: West District
Tags: Community Policing, Mounted Patrol, West District

July 30, 2013 3:55 PM

The Madison Police Mounted Patrol will be hosting a "community corral" this Thursday (August 1) at Mohican Pass Triangle Park (in the 1000 block of Mohican Pass).  This is a great opportunity to come out and meet your neighbors, with a chance to see the largest four-legged members of … [read more]

Category: West District
Tags: Community Partnership, Community Policing, Mounted Patrol, West District

July 26, 2013 3:25 PM

Another successful Meet and Eat took place yesterday at the Meadowood Shopping Center.  A nice sized crowd turned out to sample some of Madison's best food carts.  Mayor Soglin stopped out as well to chat with residents and enjoy a bite to eat. As usual, MPD's four-legged officers were a … [read more]

Category: West District
Tags: Community Partnership, Mounted Patrol, West District

June 26, 2013 4:42 PM

Last week the first "Meet and Eat" event of the year was held in the Meadowood neighborhood.  Meet and Eat is an opportunity for neighbors to get together and meet, while enjoying some great food from some of Madison's best food carts.  The events are held on the West side of the Meadowood … [read more]

Category: West District
Tags: Community Partnership, Community Policing, Mounted Patrol, West District

May 2, 2013 2:11 PM

This Sunday, May 5, marks the third annual Mounted Patrol Open House - and this year, we're adding an exciting new event! Get to know MPD's mounted unit members and horses and see the farm our horses call "home" during the Open House, hosted at the Horse First Farm at 5594 Alpine Road in … [read more]

Category: Mounted Patrol
Tags: Community Partnership, Mounted Patrol, MPD Awards Ceremony

April 30, 2013 1:22 PM

Mounted Police Mounted Patrol invites you to our Open House Bring your family and fellow equine loving friends to meet the larget four-legged members of our public service community! When: May 5th, 2013 (Rain or Shine-Covered Indoor Arena) Where: The Horse First Farm, 5594 Alpine … [read more]

Category: South District
Tags: Mounted Patrol

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