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Horseback Riding

Remembering the best horse I never had

This Memorial Day weekend, I thought I’d take a moment to remember Mamacita “Mama,” the best horse I never had. Death is hard. It’s final. Oftentimes it is unexpected, unfair and uninvited. ...

DATE: May 26, 2024 | CATEGORY: Sports

What’s your beef with branding?

As Mother Nature marks the much-anticipated arrival of spring with warmer, longer days, it too marks the time for ranchers to come together to participate in the annual rite of passage known...

DATE: Apr 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Sports

If you’re lucky enough to have a horse, you’re lucky enough

In honor of Saint Patrick’s Day, I thought I would take a moment to ruminate on just how lucky I am. It’s been said, “If you’re lucky enough to have a horse, you’re lucky enough.” You’re pro...

DATE: Mar 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Sports

Letting go of the Saddle Horn

Welcome back some old values into 2024

DATE: Jan 20, 2024 | CATEGORY: Sports

Archers mount up for Silver Arrow Classic

Ancient martial art uniting people in modern times

DATE: Jul 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Sports

14th annual Silverton Skijoring competition takes over town

When horses pull skiers, ‘it’s a wild ride’

DATE: Feb 18, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado horses are slaughtered abroad for food. A new bill could shut down the industry.

Investigation follows horses from auctions to slaughterhouses, where they are exported for consumption

DATE: Feb 1, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Helicopter rescues horseback rider injured on snowy trail near Mancos

Rider injured in fall, marshal’s deputy says

DATE: Oct 26, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Horses rescued from remote mountain pasture in Southwest Colorado

State veterinarian called to examine animals; case is under investigation

DATE: Jan 11, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Archery while on horseback showcased at Ag Expo in Cortez

Durango family has embraced the competitive sport

DATE: Mar 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Equine lessons featured at the Ag Expo in Cortez

Tips offered on packing adopted mustangs for backcountry hikes

DATE: Mar 28, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

10 absolutely fun things to do in Southwest Colorado on Fourth of July

Holiday plans that keep you safe during pandemic, high fire danger

DATE: Jul 3, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

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