Optical Soundtrack from Chicoteague Pony Film (1970s)

A scan of the negative optical soundtrack for Chicoteague Pony Film . We’ve not found the reel with the visuals yet. The film explores the lives of the wild Chincoteague ponies, made famous by the “Misty of Chincoteague” stories. It details their unique habitat on Chincoteague and Assateague Islands, the annual pony roundup conducted by local firemen, and the subsequent auction that funds fire protection for the islands. The documentary captures the excitement of the pony swim across the channel to Chincoteague Island, where a carnival atmosphere surrounds the auction. It highlights the community’s connection to the ponies and their efforts to preserve this tradition.

Keywords
Chincoteague ponies, Misty of Chincoteague, pony swim, wildlife refuge, firemen, auction, community tradition, Assateague Island, carnival

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