I wanted Hercules to look his best for his debut with the local media so I spent some time prior to their arrival cleaning him up a little.



Erika Edberg and her camerman (Doug Flagler) from ABC Channel 4 news arrived, we made our introductions and then got right to work showing them our progress.



First we got saddled up and put his bridle on him. Then we lounged him to show how softly he is learning to travel.



Then we showed them our mounting and dismounting with a relaxed sit. I didn't think I was up to the possibility of a buck on TV so chose not to ask him to move.


Then we took the saddle off and played in the water.


Then it was time for our interview with Erika. I think Hercules was actually posing.



Erika also wanted to lead Hercules around while she was talking. And Hercules was such a gentleman. She seemed to be quite impressed with the big guy. Once we were all done we all said our goodbye's and Hercules got to go finish his breakfast.