The Virtuous Cycle: Conservation and Ecosystem

Fire Prevention: Four-Legged Firefighters

The presence of herds in the mountains is the most effective and sustainable fire prevention system that exists. By grazing, horses keep brush and combustible biomass at bay, creating natural firebreaks and drastically reducing the risk and virulence of forest fires.

Guardians of Biodiversity

Extensive horse grazing shapes the landscape, promotes grass diversity, and helps disperse seeds. Their activity maintains a balanced ecosystem that benefits a multitude of other animal and plant species. La Rapa, therefore, is not just a festival: it is the culmination of an annual cycle of sustainable management and environmental care.