I is for Chincoteague and Assateague Islands

For any horse enthusiast, there's a copy of this book on your bookshelf and a trip to Chincoteague for the Pony Swim is high on your bucket list.  Chincoteague is the gateway to the Virginia portion of Assteague Island, home of the famous Chincoteague Wild Ponies.

Assateague Island National Seashore is administered by the National Park Service and more information can be found here.  All you ever wanted to know about the Pony Swim can be found here.  This year's events are scheduled from July 21-27.