Bird to be released for chase during Courir de Mardi Gras Church Point Louisiana LA USA


Rooted in medieval tradition of ceremonial begging, masked and costumed horseback riders "run" through the countryside "begging" for ingredients for a communal gumbo. Lead by "Le Capitaine," the riders ask for donations to be used in the gumbo. A crowd favorite activity is chasing the donated chickens.


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