Consists of volunteers with a desire to use equestrian skills in a rural or wilderness environment to assist the Sheriff and citizens of Lane County. A sound, manageable, western type horse (14.2 to 16 hands) is required as well as a full range of western tack and transportation for rider and horse. Functional activities of the Posse include ceremonies, drills, public education, search and rescue, and various civic activities. The Sheriff's Posse continues a tradition of community-based law enforcement.  For additional information, please visit the Lane County Sheriff's Mounted Posse webpage.