Time at Hungerburg, Bitburg, Germany

1980 - 1990

From 1980 until 1987 the Cottongim family was stationed in West Germany - specifically at the US Air Force Bases of Bitburg and Ramstein.  While the family was stationed at these two bases, Anissa  was introduced to both "English" style riding (as opposed to the Western that she had been riding in Texas) and also to the Trakehner breed.  She would ride her bike daily to the barn, Hungerburg, where she helped out around the barn in exchange for the opportunity to ride as many horses as they would allow her to.  While working at this barn, Anissa earned her Reiterpass, and was working on her Bronze certification with the FN when the family was sent back to the United States.  Anissa still stays in touch with the Portz family who have owned Hungerburg, and bred Trakehner horses for the past few generations.  Below you can find photos of Anissa riding, as well as snapshots of some of the beloved Trakehners from this farm, and other candid photos of around the farm.

Photos of Anissa with various horses at Hungerburg

This photo was actually at a camp in Trier. Anissa is on the leopard Knabstrupper in front.

Anissa and her favorite mare, Cizza 1987

Anissa on the stallion Berggeist (Fetszy) 1987

Anissa on Berggeist 1987

Anissa on Berggeist 1987

Anissa on Ballerina 1986

Anissa on Ballerina 1986

Anissa on Cizza on a very cold day in 1985

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This photo was actually at a camp in Trier. Anissa is on the leopard Knabstrupper in front.