Kelseyville >> Cole Creek Equestrian Center on Saturday will host a sneak preview of the film “The Caravan,” which follows about two dozen people as they trek from California to Florida for nearly five months on horse-drawn carriages.
The event is a benefit for those affected by the Valley Fire. Money raised will go to the Lake Area Rotary Clubs Association (LARCA). Consisting of Rotary clubs in Lakeport, Middletown, Kelseyville and Clearlake, LARCA’s primary focus right now is making sure families are housed as winter approaches.
“The whole idea behind the caravan was to connect, try to give something back to communities all through America that we traveled through, so this is just an extension of that over arching theme,” Emmy award winning documentary film producer and director Margot McMaster said. “We experienced caring and giving every step of the way.”
For $25, attendees will get the opportunity to watch the film and enjoy homemade gumbo prepared by John Van Eck, equestrian center owner who is featured in the film, using a recipe he picked up on the road in Louisiana during the trip. There will also be Lake County wines, gourmet popcorn and more at the benefit, which begins at 5 p.m.
To reserve a seat, call (707) 279-0915.
For more on The Caravan, visit thecaravanfilm.ca or facebook.com/thecaravanfilm.
Cole Creek Equestrian Center is located at 4965 Steelhead Drive in Kelseyville.
