CSU Extension Small Acreage Management Free Webinar: Fall Weed Management
2025-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | zoom
Joe Swanson, Boulder County Weed Control Supervisor brings us this FREE hour-long webinar on Zoom.

Equine Wellness Clinic at Medicine Horse
2025-08-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Medicine Horse, 7663 E County Line Rd, Longmont, Colorado, 80504
Hosted by Front Range Equine Performance, Rehabilitation and Urgent Care. Led by Dr. Marianne and her team, this clinic is perfect for horse owners, caretakers and equine enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge of equine health and performance. Cost is $35
More info and tickets HERE

Horse and Bike Trailhead Event--Hall Ranch
2025-09-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Hall Ranch Boulder County Open Space
Stop on by to visit with our horse ambassadors and learn about safely sharing our local trails with horses. Whatever your mode of recreation or experience with horses, BCHA Trails Advisor Randy Winter will help you feel comfortable and savvy about best practices for sharing trails with horses.

Medicine Horse: Gala at The Ranch
2025-09-13 17:00 - 21:00 | Medicine Horse, 7663 E County Line Rd, Longmont, Colorado, 80504
Join Medicine Horse for their annual fundraiser. This will be an unforgettable evening where the magic of Medicine Horse comes alive beneath the breathtaking Colorado sky. As the sun sets behind the majestic mountains, we’ll gather with friends—old and new—surrounded by music, laughter, and the warmth of community and the beauty of horses. Savor a gourmet dinner, sip handcrafted cocktails, and dance under a canopy of stars.

Free Social Gathering: Local Author Sarah V. Barnes & A Cozy Evening of Books!
2025-09-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Little Hawk Ranch, 8922 N 39th Street, Longmont, CO, 80503
Join BCHA friends for light bites, drinks, catching up, and a presentation by special guest, local author Sarah V. Barnes
Sarah will be talking about her latest book, A Clan Chief’s Daughter, the second installment of her trilogy She Who Rides Horses.
Then we’ll launch into a lively discussion about our favorite equine books–the ones that changed us, the ones that were so emotional, the ones that were so instructive, the ones we would pass on to others..
About tonight’s speaker: Critically acclaimed, award-winning novelist Sarah V. Barnes is both a historian and a horsewoman. Her first novel, She Who Rides Horses: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe, received the 2022 Best Indie Book Award for Historical Fiction, among other prizes. A Clan Chief’s Daughter represents the second installment in the She Who Rides Horses trilogy. When not writing stories, Sarah practices and teaches riding as a meditative art. She also offers equine-facilitated coaching and wellness workshops.
Sarah’s books will be available for sale with all proceeds donated to BCHA.
Sponsored by Michelle Sander, Realtor LIV Sotheby’s.
Please RSVP for counts on food & drink.

CSU Extension Small Acreage Management Free Webinar: Manure Management
2025-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | zoom
Karla Melgar-Velis, Small Acreage Management Specialist for the Front Range Region brings us this FREE hour-long webinar on Zoom.

CSU Extension Small Acreage Management Fall Grass Workshop
2025-10-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Boulder County Fairgrounds–Extension Office, 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont, colorado
Join the Small Acreage Management Specialists to learn about grass growth and defoliation, native and introduced grass species, and key ideas to identify them. In person ($12) or just the final hour, free on Zoom.

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center Horse Show
2025-10-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Coloroado Therapeutic Riding Center, 11968 Mineral Rd, Longmont, CO, 80504
Join CTRC friends and supporters ringside to cheer on the riders and let them shine in the spotlight! Open to the public!

Horse and Bike Trailhead Event--North Sky Trail
2025-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | City of Boulder OSMP–North Sky

CSU Extension Small Acreage Management Free Webinar: Small Acreage Business Opportunity Potential
2025-10-24 12:00 - 13:00 | zoom
Martha Sullins, Agriculture, Business Management and Food Systems Specialist brings us this FREE hour-long webinar on Zoom.

Horses Connecting Diné Women: A Conversation on Navajo Horse-Human Relationships
2025-11-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Norlin Library, CU Campus, 5th floor: Center for British & Irish Studies Room, 1157 18th Street, Boulder, Colorado, 80309
Register HERE

Free Social Gathering: Celebrating the Holiday Season
2025-11-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Little Hawk Ranch, 8922 N 39th Street, Longmont, CO, 80503
BCHA invites you to join our Holiday Market festivities where we’ll be serving libations, bratwurst on the grill, stollen, and some other German-style holiday goodies. There will be a few seasonal market booths for holiday shopping–a great chance to support local equine artisans and small businesses.
Let’s join together and celebrate the season with our equine community!
Sponsored by Michelle Sander, Realtor LIV Sotheby’s.
Please RSVP for counts on food & drink.

CSU Extension Small Acreage Management Free Webinar: Disaster Planning
2025-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | zoom
Sheila Prentice and Lyndsay Gonzalez bring us this FREE hour-long webinar on Zoom all about protecting property, people and livestock.

Healthy Horses, Healthy Lands Workshop
2025-12-06 09:00 - 14:00 | CSU BW Pickett Arena, 735 S. Overland Trail, Fort Collins, Colorado
Whether you manage a few acres or a full equine operation, this workshop offers practical, science-based strategies to improve both horse health and land stewardship.
Registration Fee: $30 per person (includes lunch and refreshments).
Spaces are limited, so register early to reserve your spot!
Register HERE

Topics:
· Poisonous Plants
· Hay Quality and Nutrition
· Paddock Paradise Systems
· Creating Rotational Grazing Plans
· Biosecurity
· Emergency Management
· Body Condition and Evaluation and Hoof Health

National Western Stock Show
2026-01-10 - 2026-01-25 | National Western Complex, 4655 N Humboldt St, Denver, CO, 80216, United States
National Western strives to strengthen American agriculture through enrichment programs and youth education in livestock, equestrian, farming, ranching, animal awareness, and appreciation. We celebrate western lifestyles, our communities, and provide life-long memories and family traditions. 2026 marks the 120th year and coincides with the grand opening of two new facilities: The Legacy and Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Livestock Center.

City of Boulder OSMP Annual Prairie Dog Management Meeting
2026-01-12 17:30 - 19:30 | zoom
The City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks Department will host its annual prairie dog management meeting on Monday, Jan. 12. Learn about the various topics related to prairie dogs and their management on city-managed open space.

BCHA Monthly Board Meeting on Zoom
2026-02-10 19:00 - 20:30 | BCHA Zoom
BCHA members and interested community members are welcome to join in on our board meetings. We meet on Zoom the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 pm. We will set aside the first 10-20 minutes for connecting, socializing and catching up, so be sure to get on the call on the early side. Click HERE for zoom link.

Boulder County 4-H Horse Leader's Council Annual Tack Sale 2026
2026-02-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont, CO
Clean out that tack room and shop for great deals–all while supporting a great cause in Boulder County!
If you’d like to sell, click to enlarge and then follow link to organizer website.
Come browse saddles, bridles, reins, blankets, boots, clothing, livestock equipment & more!

Throw Away Horses film screening with Colorado Horse Rescue
2026-03-08 15:00 - 17:30 | Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd, Longmont, CO, 80501
Colorado Horse Rescue is proud to be featured in Throw Away Horses, a compelling documentary that sheds light on the realities faced by horses who are abandoned, neglected, or discarded.
This is a unique opportunity to see CHR’s work in action, understand the challenges horses face, and connect with a community of people who care deeply about horse welfare. Follow the link below to reserve your spot for $8.
After the film, Katherine Gregory, CEO of Colorado Horse Rescue will host a Q&A so you can find out more about how CHR is working to break the cycle of suffering and make the world a better place for horses.

Disaster Preparedness for Equine Facilities Workshop
2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Boulder County Fairgrounds–Extension Office, 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont, colorado
This free program through CSU Extension will provide horse owners and equine facility managers with the knowledge and tools needed to prepare for and respond to disasters. Participants will learn how to develop emergency plans, assess risks specific to equine operations (such as wildfire, flood, and severe weather), and ensure the safety and welfare of horses and people during emergencies. Workshop will be held at Boulder County Fairgrounds Extension Office (see map below). Register HERE.

BCHA Monthly Board Meeting on Google Meet
2026-04-14 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Meet
BCHA members and interested community members are welcome to join in on our board meetings. We usually meet online the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 pm. We will set aside the first 10-20 minutes for connecting, socializing and catching up, so be sure to get on the call on the early side. Click HERE for the Google Meet link.

Legends of Ranching Performance Horse Sale
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Temple Grandin Equine Center, 725 S Overland Trail, Fort Collins, CO, 80521, United States
The Legends of Ranching program is an immersive, experiential learning model for CSU Equine Sciences students. Through LOR, students engage directly with equine industry partners, established ranches, and consignors while applying natural horsemanship training principles in the colt development process. The nine-month program culminates with this Performance Horse Sale, held annually at CSU in Fort Collins.

Cow Clinic with Nate Bowers at Two Spruce Farm
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:30 | Two Spruce Farm, 3714 West County Rd 2, Berthoud, Colorado, 80513
Position your horse on the cattle with confidence!
$185/clinic, includes cattle charge
Taught by Nate Bowers
Pre-Registration Required, contact Jody at 720-201-4363 or jodymarken@hotmail.com
Check out the full schedule with clinics through August 2026 HERE!

Obstacle Clinic at Two Spruce Farm with Amy LeSatz
2026-05-02 10:00 - 13:30 | Two Spruce Farm, 3714 West County Rd 2, Berthoud, Colorado, 80513
Build trust and confidence in your horse and your horse in you – on the ground and in the saddle.
Work with your horse and explore ways to communicate
in a safe, supportive and FUN environment.
Taught by Amy LeSatz – $135
LIMITED RIDERS PER CLINIC – ALL BREEDS AND DISCIPLINES WELCOME
Pre-Registration Required, contact Jody at 720-201-4363 or jodymarken@hotmail.com
Check out the full schedule with clinics through August 2026 HERE!

Obstacle Clinic at Two Spruce Farm with Jessica Dabkowski
2026-05-03 10:00 - 13:30 | Two Spruce Farm, 3714 West County Rd 2, Berthoud, Colorado, 80513
Build trust and confidence in your horse and your horse in you – on the ground and in the saddle.
Work with your horse and explore ways to communicate
in a safe, supportive and FUN environment.
Taught by Jessica Dabkowski – $135
LIMITED RIDERS PER CLINIC – ALL BREEDS AND DISCIPLINES WELCOME
Pre-Registration Required, contact Jody at 720-201-4363 or jodymarken@hotmail.com
Check out the full schedule with clinics through August 2025 HERE!

City of Boulder OSMP Lunch Loop series: Cherryvale Trailhead (Exploring Van Vleet and Joder family history)
2026-05-08 11:30 - 13:00 | City of Boulder OSMP Cherryvale Trailhead
Experience the Cherryvale Trail and move along a landscape shaped not only by wind and water, but by horses and the people who loved them. This 90 minute, easy-paced program explores the remarkable Arabian horse legacy that once thrived along Boulder’s valley-to-foothills edge. Through stories of the Van Vleet family, who established the first major, world-renowned Arabian horse breeding operation in Colorado and the Joder family, whose ranch became a place of connection, healing, and community, we’ll uncover how these families and their horses helped shape both the land and the lives around them.

Along the way, we’ll reflect on:

Why Arabian horses captured imaginations across the West
What it meant to gentle a horse rather than break one
How these working ranches eventually became the open space we enjoy today

Designed as part of the Lunch Loop series, this walk or roll follows an accessible trail and welcomes all who are curious—whether you’re here for history, horses, or a thoughtful midday pause outdoors. Led by Boulder OSMP Education and Outreach Representative Melanie Gonglach. Meet at the Cherryvale Trailhead parking lot (see map link below).

Requirements

This walk or roll follows an accessible trail and welcomes all abilities. See https://bouldercolorado.gov/trailhead/cherryvale for more details about the trailhead and surrounding trails.

Cow Clinic with Nate Bowers at Two Spruce Farm
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:30 | Two Spruce Farm, 3714 West County Rd 2, Berthoud, Colorado, 80513
Position your horse on the cattle with confidence!
$185/clinic, includes cattle charge
Taught by Nate Bowers
LIMITED RIDERS PER CLINIC – ALL BREEDS AND DISCIPLINES WELCOME
Pre-Registration Required, contact Jody at 720-201-4363 or jodymarken@hotmail.com
Check out the full schedule with clinics through August 2026 HERE!

BCHA-Sponsored Educational Event: Horse Packing 101 With Emma Brown
2026-05-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Broken Arrow Ranch, 13609 Gold Hill Road, Boulder, 80302
Learn the basics of horse packing in this fun and informative demo-style clinic!
• Get hands-on experience with pack horses and tying hitches
• Learn about pack equipment and it’s purpose
• Learn about load management and how to secure and tie down different loads
• Tips and tricks to plan your back country trip by someone who has ‘been there, done that’
Emma Brown is an avid fly fishing guide, wrangler and packer, as well as dedicated equestrian and rancher. Her love for providing access to the outdoors to empower voices to the conversation of conservation is an ever growing passion. Fun fact: Emma was instrumental in starting the BCHA Youth Club when she was growing up in Boulder County
REGISTER HERE

Ground Pole Patterns Clinic at Two Spruce Farm
2026-05-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Two Spruce Farm, 3714 West County Rd 2, Berthoud, Colorado, 80513
Fun patterns for you and your horse!
$85
LIMITED RIDERS PER CLINIC – ALL BREEDS AND DISCIPLINES WELCOME
Pre-Registration Required, contact Jody at 720-201-4363 or jodymarken@hotmail.com
Check out the full schedule with clinics through August 2026 HERE!
