Trivia Tuesday • July 15th, 2025

What National Day is July 15th?

a.) National I Love Horses Day

B.) National Gummi Worm Day

c.) National Pet Fire Safety Day

d.) All of the Above

The Answer is ( d. All of the Above! )

NATIONAL I LOVE HORSES DAY

On July 15 we recognize the love of one magnificent creature on National I Love Horses Day! With over 200 breeds, these spirited animals give humans much to love. Their loyalty and devotion throughout history may only be a fraction of the reasons to love them. Horses are not just a means of transportation, horses cleared fields, fought wars, and moved cattle. They are also companions on indispensable on long lonely trails, including the trail of life. Cattlemen, pioneers, and more recognize horses as cornerstones of survival in a burgeoning nation. We recognize horses as a majestic animal that brings joy to horse lovers.

NATIONAL GUMMI WORM DAY

Each year, National Gummi Worm Day gets a day of recognition on July 15 to honor a small candy that kids and adults love. 

Gummy worms are green and red but come in a variety of flavors, such as sweet and sour! These creepy treats are one of the best-selling candies of all time. Gummi worms are inspired by the original gummi candy, gummy bears. Other sweet and sour gummy treats include snakes, peaches, and gumdrops, just to name a few.

While you can snack on gummi worms all on their own, they make great additions to desserts like dirt pudding and casket pie. You can also add them to your ice cream, parfaits, and beverages.

NATIONAL PET FIRE SAFETY DAY

National Pet Fire Safety Day on July 15 reminds us to consider our pets when planning fire routes and safety in our homes.

Our pets are as much a part of our family as any other member. This day stresses the importance of protecting them. Taking preventable measures now can both save your home and your pet. Many times our pets can cause a fire if we don't take the proper precautions.

What do these things have to do with Sylmar, you ask?

Well, of course, we all know Sylmar is horse country. We love our ranches, stables, and trails. Check out the Sylmar Equestrian Committee HERE.  Pet Fire Safety Day, sadly, our community is very prone and has a long history of fires. Sylmar has so many dogs & cats and every other type of pet, even a giraffe. We also have the largest animal resource fair in all of Los Angeles. Check out the Bark-Tober Committee HERE. Gummi Worms... Well, OK, you got us there. Can't think of anything about Gummi Worms except that they are delicious! Oh, here ya go - You can come to Sylmar and eat Gummi Worms while riding a horse to the Bark-Tober animal fair!