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DEDemonstrations Horse rescue boat on Ameland
Horse rescue boat demonstrations on Ameland
The Horse Lifeboat Demonstrations on Ameland take you back in time.
In 1824, horses were used for the first time on Ameland to refloat the lifeboat.
At the Horse Lifeboat Demonstrations on Ameland, you can still see how these beautiful and strong horses launch the 'Abraham Fock' lifeboat.
Horse rescue boat demonstrations on Ameland
Rich history
The Rescue Company (now KNRM) has a rich history on Ameland.
The Horse Rescue Boat Demonstrations on Ameland give a spectacular insight into this special history.
Besides a visit to the Lifeboat Museum in Buren, don't miss the Horse Lifeboat Demonstrations on Ameland!
Demonstrations Horse rescue boat on Ameland
Black page
A black page in the history of the horse rescue boat is the accident that happened on 14 August 1979.
On this day, eight horses drowned during the launching of the lifeboat, a shocking event for all rescue workers and islanders.
The grave of the perished horses and the memorial plaque, can still be seen on the East side of the Lifeboat Path in Hollum.
Demonstrations Horse rescue boat on Ameland
Motorised boats
Nowadays, the horse rescue boat is only used during the Horse Rescue Demonstrations on Ameland.
For real rescue operations, KNRM uses the motorised boats Anna Margaretha (Ballumerbocht station) and Maria Hofker (Nes station).
The Horse Rescue Boat Demonstrations on Ameland are an outing for the whole family and are great fun to experience!
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