
“Went To Assateague Beach To Photograph The Ponies…”
Watch as a spectator at the Wild Pony Swim at Assateague Island has a close encounter of the rude kind with one of the ponies.
Assateague Island, Maryland – A recent video shared by local photographer NinaK captured a surprising moment on Assateague beach when one of the island's famous wild ponies decided to investigate her belongings. The footage shows a pony picking up the photographer's bag with its mouth, prompting the photographer to repeatedly instruct the animal to 'drop it.' The incident occurred while NinaK was on the beach to photograph the iconic ponies. While visitors are advised to maintain a safe distance from the wild animals, this particular pony approached the photographer's gear, including a camera lens visible on the sand. Fortunately, the pony eventually released the bag unharmed. The video quickly gained traction online, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the island's equine residents.
Watch as a spectator at the Wild Pony Swim at Assateague Island has a close encounter of the rude kind with one of the ponies.