By Clare Tone Clare is a Boulder County Horse Association (BCHA) committee member and freelance writer living in western Boulder County. In this monthly column leading up to our 50th Anniversary she explores the rich history of BCHA. What does the 1980s conjure up for you—big hair, neon clothing, high-waisted jeans? For me, because I […]
The 1970s: Article No. 3 — BCHA Gallops Towards 50
By Clare Tone “BCHA is nothing without you, the horse owner and enthusiast who cares enough about your equine friends and their future in Boulder County to join with us in our dedication to maintain our heritage.” –BCHA 1976 In 1971 there were roughly 67,000 people living in Boulder. You could go to the movies […]
City of Boulder OSMP Irrigated Agricultural Lands—An Ecosystem Collapsing
By Linda P In order to protect those from recent activities reported by the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office of over $100,000 of damage to PD mitigation equipment on Boulder County Open Space Lands names and locations have been omitted. Many of us are deeply concerned about the health and future of our OSMP irrigated agricultural lands. […]
In The Time Before BCHA
Article No. 2: of the BCHA History Series “Galloping Toward 50!” By Clare Tone Before there was Boulder County Horse Association (BCHA), before there was Boulder County and even before there was a state called Colorado or a place called Colorado Territory, there was this distinct place in the world. A place with geologic, natural […]
Baling Twine—what barn doesn’t have some!
By Linda P Recently, looking at a handful of baling twine, it made me recall a post I did quite a while ago, What do you do with all that baling twine? I thought I would revisit this and share some recycling resources. Baling twine just seems to accumulate, with most of it winding up in the landfill. […]
What to Read This Summer
I wanted to share this list of “reads” from Ranchlands—a blog I follow. From epic novels about the “old West”, like The Ox-bow Incident, to meditations on the natural world like Desert Solitaire, and humanity’s place in it. Ranchlands is an agricultural-based business that operates large-scale cattle and bison ranches in the American West. They […]
Boulder County 4-H Horse Program: Coping with the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Carmen Porter The Boulder County 4-H Youth Development program provides opportunities for members age 8–18 to develop life skills through their 4-H horse project under the direction of CSU extension, and powered by volunteer 4-H horse leaders. This 4-H year started out like any other for kids and their horses, with many hands-on opportunities […]
BCHA Gallops Towards Its 50th Birthday
By Clare Tone Feature photo: the author riding Clooney, circa 1974 The year was 1971 and a five-year-old girl was growing up in love with horses in the suburbs of Chicago. She hadn’t yet started weekly horseback riding lessons with her sister, those would start next year. She was shy and butterflies darted in her […]
Volunteer for the BCHA Fun Show
The 2019 BCHA Fun Show brings equestrians and horse lovers together from Boulder County and nearby front range communities for a day of relaxed equestrian classes, fun games, and races. Come join the fun, or volunteer and help us make this years show the best ever! October 20, 2019 9 AM – 5 PM Boulder […]
BCHA Awards its Two Youth Scholarships
Congratulations Maddie and Liz! When the BCHA Youth Club formed three years ago, one of its primary objectives was to raise money for two new youth equestrian scholarships. The BCHA board is pleased to announce the names of our first two recipients: Madeline “Maddie” Williams $750 Collegiate Scholarship Awardee Maddie spends almost all of her […]
Maria Wasson of West Winds Farm
By Ann Hayes Photos by: Pat Jarvis ©2019 How do posture and balance contribute to excellence in horsemanship? Ask Maria Wasson who, with her husband Stephen Miller, built West Winds Farm in Longmont on 40 magnificent acres at the base of the Colorado Rockies. West Winds Farm is not only Maria and Stephen’s home but […]
Vedauwoo: It’s always an adventure!
Last weekend I was fortunate enough to catch another camp trip to one of my favorite places. I joined a group of fun gals some new some old acquaintances. Even though my allergies were raging (sage and ragweed this time of year in the area) I had enough antihistamines and a mask to help me out. […]
How Does Your Hay Stack Up?
Bring a sample of your hay to Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply and get a FREE nutritional evaluation! Using cutting edge technology, you’ll get an instant read to help maximize your horse’s nutrition program. Find hay testing at a Murdoch’s near you. Longmont, CO Thursday, Aug 8 12pm – 6pm Parker, CO Saturday, Aug 10 […]
USDA Adopts Animal Disease Traceability Program
Introduction The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has instituted its Animal Disease Traceability Program (ADTP) to improve its ability to trace livestock, including horses, in the event of a disease outbreak. The new system applies to all livestock moving interstate. Under the new federal regulations, horses moving interstate must be identified and accompanied by an […]
Pilates and Riding—a perfect combination!
A few years ago I was fortunate enough to put these two together— Pilates and riding. Boy was I getting stiff and inflexible (and older every day). I sit at a computer all day, like many of us and when it came time to ride and ask my horse to flex it was like trying […]
Community Profiles – Tom and Kristin Lopez
Get Acquainted with Tom and Kristin Lopez, our 2010 Fling Hosts at Lone Hawk Farm By Pat Jarvis The setting for this year’s Horse Lovers’ Fling is classically romantic. We arrive at Lone Hawk Farm via a country road with views of the Front Range, an expansive 360 degree view of Potato Hill, and the […]
Community Profile – Philip Armour
In Greek, the name Philip means “lover of horses”—fitting for the editor of a cowboy magazine. Since hiring on with American Cowboy www.americancowboy.com in 2009, he has led the magazine and website through successful redesigns that have broadened the appeal, while staying true to loyal readers. The magazine’s paid circulation now approaches 100,000. American Cowboy […]
