Suzanne Webel has been a BCHA member almost since its inception in 1971. She spent more than 24 years on the BCHA Board, including several stints as President as well as in many other roles, including Secretary, Treasurer and External Vice President. She has advocated tirelessly for equestrians with a focus on trails, zoning, public […]
The Colorado Trail Explorer
After over two years of planning the Colorado Trail Explorer (CTE) website was launched last year. It is a comprehensive online map of more than 39,000 miles of Colorado trails This interactive map is a gathering of multi-use trails in Colorado — in a single place. The CTE was developed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The […]
BCHA is Seeking Your Help
Photo: LONGMONT, CO — OCTOBER 21, 2018: Longtime BCHA volunteer, Jack Gathright, checks riders in for the individual events during the Boulder County Horse Association’s Fun Show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. (Photo by Lewis Geyer/Staff Photographer) The Boulder County Horse Association (BCHA) could really use more people willing to get involved. Please consider helping out. […]
Marty Marten Memorial Gathering & Service
Jody Marken asked BCHA to extend the invitation to participate in Marty Marten’s memorial on February 17, 2019. Here are the details: Hello Wonderful Friend— Please come and join together with other friends to share stories and tell some tall tales, so that we can remember pay tribute to Marty. Marty Marten Memorial Gathering & Service […]
Happy Trails Marty
Many people in the horse community knew of Marty Marten. Marty passed away early Christmas in Kansas—four days away from his 71st birthday with family near. Marty made a huge impact on all of our lives—humans and horses alike–helping others get to a better place. I recently received an e-mail from Jody Marken about Marty. […]
Call for Artists: Art in the Park
The 2019 Rocky Mountain Horse Expo is looking for sophisticated and talented local artists for this one-of-a-kind art exhibit at the 2019 Rocky Mountain Horse Expo from March 1–3, 2019. Art in the Park helps to raise funds for the Colorado Horse Council and their advocacy for the equine industry in Colorado and nationwide. For […]
2018 Fun Show—and what a fun day it was!
The Boulder County Horse Association would like to thank all those riders, wonderful horses, volunteers and Boulder County Fairgrounds staff who came out on October 21st, and participated in the 2018 BCHA Fun Show. Registration opened at 8 AM, remained steady all day, and not one momma bear threatened the gateman! The day started with […]
Paint Your Pony Is Back!
Paint Your Pony and Unleash Your Inner Artist! Join BCHA and artist instructors from Tinker Art Studio for a fun and creative afternoon painting ‘n sipping. Sunday, November 11,2018 / 2 PM to 4 PM Boulder County Fairgrounds, Barn A BCHA Members: $65 per person Non-Members: $85 per person Register Today! Sip coffee, tea or cider […]
We Are Happy to Give
A couple of weeks ago a friend of mine, Diane Blessing, reached out to me to see if I had any used tack to donate to her daughters horse therapy program in Puerto Rico. As you all know Hurricane Maria left massive amounts of devastation in its wake affecting all. As I dug through my […]
It’s the Famously-Fun BCHA Annual Fun Show
October 21, 2018 / 9 AM – 5 PM Boulder County Fairgrounds (BCF): 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont CO Pre-Register by October 18th and Save! Ages 6 and up. Show Judge: Pam Nicholls Show Manager: Carmen Porter (cancellation in case of inclement weather 303-8835-5702) The annual Boulder County Horse Association Fun Show is a unique equestrian […]
Stampede: Animals in Art at the Denver Art Museum
I had time today to take a trip to Denver and visit the Denver Art Museum. I was pleasantly surprised by the exhibition on the 3rd and 4th Floor: Stampede—Animals In Art. What an amazing array of artwork from around the globe and through the centuries. Stampede: Animals In Art On View through May 19, […]
A Good Resource on Trails in Indian Peaks Wilderness
Before heading out in the high country, whether on horseback or on foot, it is a good idea to check your local weather conditions, and carry an emergency kit for both you and your horse. I found the Indian Peaks Wilderness Alliance (IPWA), a Boulder-based nonprofit, a good source for information on trails in the Indian […]
Wild Parsnip—Who Knew!
A friend of mine posted this information about the Wild Parsnip plant today on my Facebook feed. I have seen this plant many times but never knew it could cause such a violent skin reaction, let alone kill a horse. – Linda P Wild Parsnip (or Water Hemlock) Wild parsnip or water hemlock is one of […]
Is Your Horse in a Good Mood? See if It Snorts.
My horse, Abanico, snorts and talks quite a bit. I found this article forwarded to me by my dear friend Mary Cook quite enlightening! I hope you find it as well—Linda P Published in the New Your Times By Karen Weintraub July 11, 2018 Photo Credit: Miguel Vidal/Reuters No one can talk to a horse, of […]
The Curious History of Horses in North America
Caption: Fossilized horse teeth—a molar and an incisor with some enamel remaining—from approximately 13 million years ago (made you look!) Serendipity struck while I was doing research on the limber pines at Pawnee Buttes, near the junction of the boundaries of CO, NB and WY. While on a break, I found shade and a soft seat […]
National Public Lands Day
Your Invited! It’s National Public Lands Day Saturday, September 30th 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM This is your invitation to participate with BCHA and Boulder County Parks & Open Space in a fun morning of building a new equestrian trail at Heil Valley Ranch. This new trail will connect the new horse trailer parking / trailhead […]
Happy Trails – Lagerman Agricultural Preserve
By Suzanne Webel It’s taken more than 25 years for Boulder County and the City of Boulder to cobble together a complex assemblage of nine properties comprising more than 2100 acres, now known as the Lagerman Agricultural Preserve – but it’s done. And the new trail system, comprising the existing 1.6 miles at Lagerman Reservoir […]
Rabbit Mountain Open Space
By Suzanne Webel Prologue, written in October 2017. Recently I’ve spent a lot of time (again) learning about elk, this time in the context of Rabbit Mountain. In the past few years a growing herd of elk has decided that Rabbit Mountain is a great place to hang out. In spite of Boulder County Parks […]
Add a Serving of Caution to that Tender Spring Grass
By Dr. Juliet Getty Spring is almost upon us in most of the country, so it’s time to revisit that critical topic: spring grazing. Transitioning a horse from hay to pasture must be handled with care; this point is non-negotiable. For every horse, a gradual change from hay to grass is required to allow the […]
My View of the New Dog Management Plan
by Avalon, Suzanne’s horse Seems like she hasn’t taken the dog out on the trail with us for a while now. Good dog, though. A long time ago, she used to yell at him occasionally when he’d chase a squirrel up a tree, until he heard her yelling and stopped. Now the dog stays right […]
Tips for Driving a Horse Trailer on Mountain Roads and in Other Adverse Conditions
By Suzanne Webel After almost 40 years of driving a horse trailer on our mountain roads I hardly ever give it a thought any more. But the other day, when I suggested to a riding partner that we meet at the top of Flagstaff Road and she demurred, it occurred to me that an essay […]
Welcome our New Board of Directors!
New Board of Directors and Officers elected in March 2016 President: Laura Edwards External VP and Treasurer: Suzanne Webel VP of Communications: Sara Stewart Martinelli Secretary: Sandra Brandli Director: Dirk Arnold Director: Peggy Gurnett Are you interested in being on the board of directors? We welcome inquiries!
Do Horses Spread Weeds Along Trails?
A follower, Randy W, recently sent me this article for Horse Science News. This issue has been under discussion many times in the Boulder area and here is a recent study that disproves the old question: Do horses spread weeds? Do Horses Spread Weeds Along Trails? By Liz Osborn, HorseScienceNews.com Horses have been blamed for scattering […]
In the Name of Freedom
Wednesday, January 13, 2016 6:30 PM Lyons Regional Library 405 Main Street, Lyons, CO Free. No registration required. Join Carol Walker, author of Galloping to Freedom, a photographic documentation of the plight of wild horses in Wyoming. Walker’s book documents the Checkerboard Roundup of 2014 and follows the journey of a few horses that end up in a Wyoming […]
Study: Some Horses, Riders Have ‘Co-Being’ Relationship
I found this article, originally published on thehorse.com, of interest. Of late, I find myself finally “in sync” with my lovely horse Abanico these days, and thought I would share it with you. I hope you also enjoy it too! LindaP By Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA November 21, 2013 If you’ve ever considered your horse to be […]
