Out and about..
Notice the new NETWORKING section on our website. You now have a forum to post your equine news, info about horses, tack or trailers to buy, sell or swap, riding partners, equine events and other pertinent information. Please send all items to be posted to Joni Keefe,
jkeefe7825@aol.com
2001-2011
10 Years of Community Service
Good afternoon, Everyone. Hunting season begins August 27th according to the following list:
· Archery: August 27th –September 25th
· Muzzleloader: September 10th-18th
· Rifle: Hi country special drawing: September 3rd-11th
· Rifle: 1st Season: October 15th-19th
· Rifle: 2nd Season: October 22nd- 30th
· Rifle: 3rd Season: November 16th-22nd
· Rifle: Late Season: November 21st- January 31, 2012
For more information log onto the Colorado Division of Wildlife website @ http://wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/SeasonDatesAndFees/Pages/BigGameDatesAndFees.aspx. Please be sure to wear your orange colors while riding the trails. Thank you.
Marcia
Sincerely,
Marcia Johnson
Executive Director
Forest Conservancy
1012 Brookie Drive
Carbondale, CO 81623-9077
970-963-8071
www.forestconservancy.com
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DANGEROUS - Dogs Off Leash
Here in the Roaring Fork Valley we love our multi-use trails and try to keep them safe for all users. Do you dog owners realized how dangerous it is to have your dogs off leash??? Not only for the other hikers and wildlife but especially for horses and riders.
Wednesday, June 28th, 5 equestrians were returning along the Snowmass Lake Trail after a beautiful, calm ride and picnic when 2 dogs off leash dashed out of the woods directly at the horses. All of the horses spooked. 3 riders were thrown on the rocky trail and one was eventually taken to the emergency room after a very painful and slow ride back to the trailhead. The dogs' owner arrived on the scene, leashed her dogs, said she was SO sorry and continued along the trail. The riders lying on the trail or collecting the spooked horses were too stunned to ask her name or ask to see her driver's license. I would hope she would come forth to identify herself and follow up on the condition of the thrown riders (one of whom was 85 years old) SOMEONE COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED. So please consider how dangerous it is for other trail users when you have your dogs off leash.
(This was the letter printed by the Aspen Times and Snowmass Sun written by the 5 RFVHC members on this ride - Shelley Burke, Sandy Israel, Kellene West, Peggy Mason and Al Nemoff. Peggy is still recovering so you may want to send her some good wishes.)
After the above ride, the RFVHC has decided to order some 11x26 black plastic stands which could be placed at the entrance of any multi-use trail when we are riding that trail and could be picked up when we return. The sign would be customized with inserts covered by plastic which would say CAUTION HORSES ON TRAIL TODAY We think every trailer should carry one. If just one biker or hiker with dogs takes notice, it could save a wreck. Each sign would cost about $35. Please call Shelley to order your sign 927 4202
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These are some of the yearlings that were born to the rescued mares last spring that are ready to go to good homes!! Please help us find loving homes!!!
Ginger is turning 3 and she is ready to go into training!!!! She is a register able Tennessee Walker and really wants to be loved!! She will make a beautiful trail horse for someone!!
Ticket is a yearling draft cross gelding (he was just gelded last month). He is a big boy and a gorgeous red dun!! He is going to make an amazing horse for someone!
Quarter horse Sire and Quarter horse/Belgian cross Mother.
Barbie is a yearling filly from the same sire, and mom was also a Belgian/ quarter horse! Just as pretty and adoring face!
Koulter is a cute little roan quarter horse who is eligible for registration. Both parents are registered and from good bloodlines. He has the sweetest face! Please ask about bloodlines!
Please let us know if you know anyone that can give these gorgeous horses a home! The yearlings are young enough to really bond with their new owner and learn from scratch!!
Email, call or text! Come see them!
Please forward on if you know someone who may be able to help as well!
Thanks! Best,
Mary Bright and all the horses...
970-948-2331
We want Club photos and pictures of your favorite horse! Build our archive to use in our newsletters and website.
Want to let everyone know you have tack/equipment for sale or other equine related stuff?
· Tell Joni - we have local equine related classifieds
· Tell us about trail rides, events, and other horsey news!
· Be sure to use RFVHC in subject bar!
