Stay informed about the latest developments in the Colorado equestrian world through our blog articles, where we cover crucial horse-related news, ranging from legislative changes affecting horse owners to updates on health and safety guidelines for equine activities in the state. Explore our insightful content to stay abreast of important issues impacting the horse community in Colorado and make well-informed decisions for the well-being of your equine companions.
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How you can Engage to Save Colorado’s Equestrian Heritage in your Community – A Model in Jefferson County
Read more: How you can Engage to Save Colorado’s Equestrian Heritage in your Community – A Model in Jefferson CountyDiminishing Equestrian Landscape Privately operated equestrian facilities are diminishing at an alarming rate, either succumbing to housing or commercial developments or converting to alternative uses such as indoor soccer or small animal boarding. This trend results in a reduction of boarding options for horses, fewer indoor arenas for riding, particularly significant in a state where…
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Hiring & Job Listings Requirement in Colorado for Farms and Other Equine Businesses
Read more: Hiring & Job Listings Requirement in Colorado for Farms and Other Equine BusinessesThere have been important changes in regards to hiring and specifically job listings for employers in Colorado or anyone trying to hire in Colorado. Alongside that, there are other important factors to consider when you run a farm or other equine business. When it comes to employment, certain exemptions and rules may apply. Employers must…
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Snoop Dogg Returns as an Olympic Commentator for Paris 2024 Summer Games
Read more: Snoop Dogg Returns as an Olympic Commentator for Paris 2024 Summer GamesGlobal Megastar will Provide Regular Reports from Paris for Olympic Primetime Show on NBC and Peacock STAMFORD, Conn. – Dec. 31, 2023 – Snoop Dogg is joining NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 this summer. The global megastar will be on site in Paris to provide regular reports for the Olympic Primetime Show beginning July…
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Embracing Tradition and Cultivating Futures: The 2024 National Western Stock Show Experience is Just Around the Corner
Read more: Embracing Tradition and Cultivating Futures: The 2024 National Western Stock Show Experience is Just Around the CornerIn the heart of Denver, Colorado, an iconic event has been captivating audiences and preserving Western heritage since 1906—the National Western Stock Show. As the premier livestock, rodeo, and horse show in the nation, this 501(c)(3) charitable organization plays a pivotal role in serving agricultural producers and consumers worldwide. It also features Colorado’s largest western…
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife released gray wolves on Colorado’s Western Slope
Read more: Colorado Parks and Wildlife released gray wolves on Colorado’s Western SlopeOn Monday, December 18, 2023, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) experts released five gray wolves onto public land in Grand County in a historic effort to create a permanent, self-sustaining wolf population and fulfill voter approval to re-establish gray wolves in Colorado. The gray wolves were captured in Oregon where CPW veterinarians and biologists evaluated…
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Tragedy Strikes: A Mounted Equestrian is Struck by Distracted Driver, Horse Dies
Read more: Tragedy Strikes: A Mounted Equestrian is Struck by Distracted Driver, Horse DiesSaturday, December 2, 2023, in Arvada, Colorado, a member of our equestrian community was out riding her horse next to the road. A road she has ridden many times before. A distracted driver ran a stop sign and hit her and her horse head on. The force shattered the horse’s front legs and sent the…
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The Urban Farm was Burglarized and is in need of Donations
Read more: The Urban Farm was Burglarized and is in need of DonationsThe Urban Farm experienced a break-in and theft this past week. If the items are not recovered, the replacement value of the stolen equine equipment will total over 22K dollars. There are many ways to support the farm, including volunteering, donating, or becoming a sponsor. The Urban Farm (TUF) strives to provide the opportunity for…
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Devastating Fire at a Horse Facility in Franktown, Colorado
Read more: Devastating Fire at a Horse Facility in Franktown, ColoradoDouglas County Sheriffs and multiple fire departments responded to a barn fire in Franktown, Colorado at Hidden Pines Farm near Russellville Rd. and CO-83 this morning, November 27, 2023. Our hearts go out to everyone affected, Hidden Pines was the home base to Sarah Watson with Watson Equestrian LLC, and barn owner Dana Vollbracht, along…
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Saddle Up for 2024: USPS Unveils Stunning New Horse Stamps
Read more: Saddle Up for 2024: USPS Unveils Stunning New Horse StampsWASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service announced many of the stamps it will issue in 2024. One of those sets being a beautiful collection of horses. “As always, our stamp program features a broad array of subjects and designs. Stamps are miniature works of art and often tell a story that highlights our American culture,…
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Colorado Equine Health Alert : West Nile Virus
Read more: Colorado Equine Health Alert : West Nile VirusMultiple horses in multiple counties of Colorado have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. For more information about West Nile Virus go to: WNV factsheet. Get more information on this event and other outbreaks at EDCC here: https://equinediseasecc.org/alerts
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Una moved to Colorado in 2007 and started the Colorado Horse Forum as a way to meet other equestrians in the area. Una now rides and competes in dressage. She operates a small dressage horse breeding program in Castle Rock.
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