From high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to soaring granite cliffs over 10,000 feet, Staunton State Park’s varied geology, soils, water features, and climate support rare and unexpected plant communities and a rich diversity of wildlife and provide a myriad of outdoor recreation opportunities including over 15 miles of trails for horseback riding. Colorado’s newest […]
Read MoreHeil Valley Ranch Loop Ride
By Ann Hayes An 8 AM start from Boulder brought us to a convenient horse-trailer parking area at Heil Valley Ranch* by 9 AM. There we met the four other riders who, like us, were participating in a “Meet-up” group called “Natural Trail Ride” led by Vicki Knecht from Brighton. People are drawn to this […]
Read MoreHeading for a Rodeo or Horse Show? Buying or Selling a Horse?
Be sure to get a Brand Inspection From the Colorado Horse Council Contact Newsletter This time of year sends many Coloradans outside to enjoy our warm days and cool evenings; horseback riding is often a favorite summer activity and the Colorado Department of Agriculture reminds horse owners that state statutes require a “brand” inspection if they […]
Read MoreCondolences to an Equine Friend Findlay
After posting the article on rabies I was saddened to hear of a beloved equine who was lost due to rabies. Our deepest thoughts are with you and your family. For those who have not vaccinated for rabies please consider discussing this with your veterinarian. I am reposting this from Sarah Reidy: Dear R.M.F.C. Members […]
Read MoreExciting horse fossil discovery in Nevada desert
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MUSEUM May 22, 2013; 09:30 AM San Bernardino County Museum scientists excavating an Ice Age mammoth skeleton from the Tule Springs area north of Las Vegas have found a skull and lower jaw of an ancient horse never before reported at the site or in Nevada. Horses are not uncommon in the […]
Read MoreThe Masterson Method Opens a New Door for Innovative Equine Bodywork
By Jean West-Watanabe The natural training approach to equine behavior has highlighted many new things about horses and their innate behaviors and instincts. One of those behaviors is that horses will store pain and stress in their bodies, learning to block pain out mentally so as not to show signs of weakness. Both domestic horses […]
Read MoreIt was a glorious day at Hermit Park
Andrea, Pat, Mary and I met in Lyons and trailered up to Hermit Park, near Estes Park, Colorado. It was a picture perfect Colorado Day. After the rough descent off the main trail into the old two track up to Homestead Meadows we picked up a trot and climbed gradually to the access gate. Off […]
Read MoreCoulson Gulch Trail Work Day
It was a gorgeous Saturday for a workday at Coulson Gulch. This was a multi-partner event with BMA, the Forest Service and BCHA volunteers. The BMA volunteers showed up enforce and got to work on trail maintenance. BCHA board members, Pat Holgate and Linda Parks picked up lunch at the Subway in North Boulder, arranged […]
Read MoreWant to learn more about Equine Dentistry
Check out the Northern Back Country Horse Association ‘s meeting on June 12th at The Ranch. Their monthly meetings are now the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. Speakers are DVM, Patty Latham and Jim Latham. They will be speaking about equine dentistry. They do a great job presenting this topic and are very […]
Read MoreHermit Park Ride: Sunday June 2
I will be riding Hermit Park tomorrow. There are two spaces open for riders. Entrance fee $6 or $7 dollars. If you are interested in joinng four other riders please call Linda at 303 579-4840 for details. Bring lunch. Linda P
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