CALENDARS & EVENTS
SPRING SUMMER FALL WINTER
SPRING SUMMER FALL WINTER
NOW :
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2019
Headed toward finishing the "Crown Jewel Horse Trail " on the Crown.
Dear Friends of the Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council,
We are writing to you, our valued members in hopes of raising funds, earmarked specifically for the “Crown Jewel Horse Trail”. TO donate, please go to our Membership Page Donations: We gratefully accept all donations. Please go to our Link Payments and Donations and to our Membership Page to learn how the RFVHC uses your valuable donations below. All donations are tax deductible.
The Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council is involved with the BLM and other partners in building a 12 mile horse and hiking only trail, the beautiful “Crown Jewel Horse Trail”. This spectacular trail will connect the Glassier Parking Lot off of Hooks Spur Lane in Emma and will traverse Crown Mountain to the Divide Parking Lot at the top of Prince Creek Road and West Sopris Creek Road.
The views are breathtaking, there are looped rides if you prefer a shorter distance and the parking is easy to access, safe and excellent. This trail is not open to bicycles or 4-wheelers.
We are pursuing various avenues for grants, and no matter our source of funding the Horse Council will provide a minimum of $3000.00 this year adding to the $4000.00, which we spent last year on trails. We are proud to announce that we worked with partners Rocky Mountain Youth Corps; the RF Outdoor Volunteers; and the Roundup Riders of the Rockies; with additional supporters Pitkin County Open Space and Trails; Bob and Sue Pietrzak; Diana and Howard Vagneur and Western Adventures Inc.
We have accomplished the work on the first phase of this new equestrian and hiking trail. The “Crown Jewel Horse Trail” on the 9,100 acres of “The Crown” Carbondale, Colorado was made possible by partnership with the BLM and endowed by contributions from RFVHC members like you. Thank you.
At the beginning of this holiday season, we hope to fundraise the $ 7000.00 to cover the costs of these two years of work, to help the RFVHC remain a strong financial partner by helping us and our partners deliver to you, horseback riders and hikers, a trail we can all be proud to call our own.
Help us keep our Western Heritage alive by keeping horses on trails. The fundamental premise of walking softly on our earth atop our beautiful horses is a gift of timeless joy, to experience trails that will be available for our future generations of children to cherish. We want to provide predictable and safe trail riding environments with signage, gates, favorable footing and wayfinding among the improvements, providing a fun and enjoyable trail experience for all.
Sincerely and thank you,
RFVHC Board of Directors
Karin Reid Offield – President & Marketing/Promotion
Rheta Fulton – Vice President & Event Chairman
Susan Cuseo – Secretary & Trails Chairman
Alexandra Anwyl - Davies - Treasurer
Jasmine Pierce – Membership Chairman
Dr. Sam Johnson DVM – Horse Health & Education Chairman
Marty Schlumberger – Western Heritage Chairman
Holly McLain – Communication Chairman
Leslie Thomas – Special Projects Chairman
JULY 26, 2019
"Please join us in making a difference in the lives of those who live in the Roaring Fork Valley-- likely someone you know or even a neighbor's child. Be the hope and difference they deserve to become independent and mobile. See you on the 26th!"
Hot to Trot x 3 - We are asking you all three times to send this invite to your friends because.....on Friday, July 26th, friends of the cause, equestrians and visiting city slickers will join hosts Steve and Mimi Leu, Gabrielle Greeves, Friends of the cause and the Board of WindWalkers to saddle up for a good cause. We will enjoy signature cocktails by Woody Creek Distillers, music and a special performance by dancers from CoMotion Dance Company in honor of Lita Heller.
Headed toward finishing the "Crown Jewel Horse Trail " on the Crown.
Dear Friends of the Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council,
We are writing to you, our valued members in hopes of raising funds, earmarked specifically for the “Crown Jewel Horse Trail”. TO donate, please go to our Membership Page Donations: We gratefully accept all donations. Please go to our Link Payments and Donations and to our Membership Page to learn how the RFVHC uses your valuable donations below. All donations are tax deductible.
The Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council is involved with the BLM and other partners in building a 12 mile horse and hiking only trail, the beautiful “Crown Jewel Horse Trail”. This spectacular trail will connect the Glassier Parking Lot off of Hooks Spur Lane in Emma and will traverse Crown Mountain to the Divide Parking Lot at the top of Prince Creek Road and West Sopris Creek Road.
The views are breathtaking, there are looped rides if you prefer a shorter distance and the parking is easy to access, safe and excellent. This trail is not open to bicycles or 4-wheelers.
We are pursuing various avenues for grants, and no matter our source of funding the Horse Council will provide a minimum of $3000.00 this year adding to the $4000.00, which we spent last year on trails. We are proud to announce that we worked with partners Rocky Mountain Youth Corps; the RF Outdoor Volunteers; and the Roundup Riders of the Rockies; with additional supporters Pitkin County Open Space and Trails; Bob and Sue Pietrzak; Diana and Howard Vagneur and Western Adventures Inc.
We have accomplished the work on the first phase of this new equestrian and hiking trail. The “Crown Jewel Horse Trail” on the 9,100 acres of “The Crown” Carbondale, Colorado was made possible by partnership with the BLM and endowed by contributions from RFVHC members like you. Thank you.
At the beginning of this holiday season, we hope to fundraise the $ 7000.00 to cover the costs of these two years of work, to help the RFVHC remain a strong financial partner by helping us and our partners deliver to you, horseback riders and hikers, a trail we can all be proud to call our own.
Help us keep our Western Heritage alive by keeping horses on trails. The fundamental premise of walking softly on our earth atop our beautiful horses is a gift of timeless joy, to experience trails that will be available for our future generations of children to cherish. We want to provide predictable and safe trail riding environments with signage, gates, favorable footing and wayfinding among the improvements, providing a fun and enjoyable trail experience for all.
Sincerely and thank you,
RFVHC Board of Directors
Karin Reid Offield – President & Marketing/Promotion
Rheta Fulton – Vice President & Event Chairman
Susan Cuseo – Secretary & Trails Chairman
Alexandra Anwyl - Davies - Treasurer
Jasmine Pierce – Membership Chairman
Dr. Sam Johnson DVM – Horse Health & Education Chairman
Marty Schlumberger – Western Heritage Chairman
Holly McLain – Communication Chairman
Leslie Thomas – Special Projects Chairman
JULY 26, 2019
"Please join us in making a difference in the lives of those who live in the Roaring Fork Valley-- likely someone you know or even a neighbor's child. Be the hope and difference they deserve to become independent and mobile. See you on the 26th!"
Hot to Trot x 3 - We are asking you all three times to send this invite to your friends because.....on Friday, July 26th, friends of the cause, equestrians and visiting city slickers will join hosts Steve and Mimi Leu, Gabrielle Greeves, Friends of the cause and the Board of WindWalkers to saddle up for a good cause. We will enjoy signature cocktails by Woody Creek Distillers, music and a special performance by dancers from CoMotion Dance Company in honor of Lita Heller.
AUGUST 16,17,18 HAY PARK/BUZZARD BASIN WILDERNESS RESTORATION
Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council invites YOU to an incredible weekend of Wilderness Restoration trail work and camaraderie. Friday August 16th, Saturday, August 17th, Sunday August 18th. The start and finish time will be shared once the camping location is assessed. Free and open to the public, registration required. Try this link or go to RFOV website to sign up! http://org2.salsalabs.com/o/5857/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=89171
We are grateful to the CAPITAL PEAK OUTFITTERS whose service of transporting by horse and mules will bring the tools, food and other provisions to the camp & work site.
Directions: Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers and Wilderness Workshop will provide details on how to arrive at trailhead once a site visit is completed in late July.
Project Description: Join us for two days of trail restoration work in the Hay Park area and Maroon Bells – Snowmass Wilderness. Volunteers will be camping at high elevation and working to relocate 1/2 mile of the multiple use Buzzard Basin trail out of the Maroon Bells/Snowmass Wilderness Area. The trail used to be a road and is too wide and not conducive to foot traffic in parts. We’ll be building some steps to prevent erosion and keep water off the trail.
Camping: You are welcome to join us for the whole weekend, just one day or one night. Because people may get off work at different times we’ll meet on Friday evening/night at the campsite and will have DINNER WAITING for you. Get there when you can and we’ll make sure to put out some signs to show you where to find us. We’ll work both Saturday and Sunday and should arrive back at the parking lot on Sunday around 5:00 p.m. or earlier.
This is a great way to meet a fantastic volunteering community in one of the most beautiful campsites around. If you prefer to volunteer for one or both days without camping, that’s totally fine too!
What to bring: All your own backpacking gear including tent, sleeping bag and pad, warm clothes, headlamp, rain gear, closed toed shoes, sun protection and water bottles. You do not need to bring a stove or water filter. Please bring work gloves if you have them. Look for some tools at the trailhead and grab one on your way up.
Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers (RFOV) will provide all food and trail gear.
The hosts and the Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council's partners are the RF Outdoor Volunteers and the U.S.Forest Service, Wilderness Workshop & the Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association.
Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council invites YOU to an incredible weekend of Wilderness Restoration trail work and camaraderie. Friday August 16th, Saturday, August 17th, Sunday August 18th. The start and finish time will be shared once the camping location is assessed. Free and open to the public, registration required. Try this link or go to RFOV website to sign up! http://org2.salsalabs.com/o/5857/p/salsa/event/common/public/?event_KEY=89171
We are grateful to the CAPITAL PEAK OUTFITTERS whose service of transporting by horse and mules will bring the tools, food and other provisions to the camp & work site.
Directions: Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers and Wilderness Workshop will provide details on how to arrive at trailhead once a site visit is completed in late July.
Project Description: Join us for two days of trail restoration work in the Hay Park area and Maroon Bells – Snowmass Wilderness. Volunteers will be camping at high elevation and working to relocate 1/2 mile of the multiple use Buzzard Basin trail out of the Maroon Bells/Snowmass Wilderness Area. The trail used to be a road and is too wide and not conducive to foot traffic in parts. We’ll be building some steps to prevent erosion and keep water off the trail.
Camping: You are welcome to join us for the whole weekend, just one day or one night. Because people may get off work at different times we’ll meet on Friday evening/night at the campsite and will have DINNER WAITING for you. Get there when you can and we’ll make sure to put out some signs to show you where to find us. We’ll work both Saturday and Sunday and should arrive back at the parking lot on Sunday around 5:00 p.m. or earlier.
This is a great way to meet a fantastic volunteering community in one of the most beautiful campsites around. If you prefer to volunteer for one or both days without camping, that’s totally fine too!
What to bring: All your own backpacking gear including tent, sleeping bag and pad, warm clothes, headlamp, rain gear, closed toed shoes, sun protection and water bottles. You do not need to bring a stove or water filter. Please bring work gloves if you have them. Look for some tools at the trailhead and grab one on your way up.
Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers (RFOV) will provide all food and trail gear.
The hosts and the Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council's partners are the RF Outdoor Volunteers and the U.S.Forest Service, Wilderness Workshop & the Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association.
Now would be a great time to renew your membership as well as your horse's for the 2019 season. You need to register your horse as a member if you want points in the Hunter divisions. To eliminate some confusion, please be consistent with the horse name you use for membership and show registration (i.e. if you register them under their show name, please use the show name for all shows). You can click here to become a member: http://cwhja.com/join/join-cwhja/
Please click on the following link to see Lisa's newsletter as well as updated barn news. http://cwhja.com/news/ The first show is quickly approaching on April 13th at Cozy Point Ranch. Click on the link to view the prize list: http://cwhja.com/cwhja-show- schedule/.
We are looking for 2019 sponsors for all divisions! If you are interested, please email Tera Boaeuf at tera.boaeuf@gmail.com. We would love to have all of the division sponsorships in soon so we can promote the businesses throughout the season.
Finally, I would love to clean up our database as it is getting quite large. If you no longer wish to receive our emails, please reply to this that you would like to be removed and I will do so. Thank you!
Kristin Yeary
CWHJA Board Member
2019 Colorado West Hunter Jumper Association Horse Show Dates
April 13 – Aspen Riding Academy @ Cozy Point Ranch
May 11 – Pony Club FUN Benefit Horse Show @ Strang Ranch
May 19 PC perform Demo at AVLT event (contact the Land Trust for event info)
June-August, Tuesdays Summer Mounted and HM Meetings, Strang
June 9 Strang Ranch horse show
The Heritage Ride – June 15, 2019 Contact COLORADO HORSE COUNCIL
June 14-17 Rock Mountain Regional Pony Club Mega Rally (Show Jumping & Tetrathalon), Rifle Fairgrounds
June 22, 23 – Windwalkers @ Strang Ranch
July 6 and 7 – CWHJA Pony Club Benefit Horse @ Strang Ranch
July 19-21, Friday-Sunday, Regional Camp Jamboree & Daniel Stewart Clinic at Flying Horse Ranch, Yampa
August 5-11 USPC Central Championships, Colorado Horse Park, Parker CO (closing date July 15)
Aug 17, 18 – Abundant Acres in Old Snowmass
September-November, Sundays Mounted and HM Meetings, Strang Ranch
Later September or October Pony Club Combined Test and Pair Pace at Strang Ranch
TBD Late Summer or Fall Club Ratings/Certifications with Examiner
September 21, 22 – (OPEN DATE)
Colorado Horse Council Annual Meeting- October, 2019 Contact: COLORADO HORSE COUNCIL
October 5, 6 – YEAR END – location TBD
TBD October Strang Ranch Combined Test and Pair Pace, Benefit for PC
Rocky Mountain Horse Expo – February28-March 1, 2020 Contact: COLORADO HORSE COUNCIL
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- WE ARE PROUD OF OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Collaborating with WindWalkers for the Kentucky Derby Party and an advanced screening of the acclaimed documentary Harry & Snowman. Honoring horsemen and women at fun, charitable and horse related events.
- The Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council sponsors classes and divisions at Colorado West Hunter Jumper Association Horse Shows, and makes donations to support the Roaring Fork Hounds Pony Club, WindWalkers Therapeutic Riding Center, The Smiling Goat, The Equitarian Initiative, the Colorado Horse Council and more.
Roaring Fork Valley Horse Council
P.O. Box 127, Snowmass, Colorado 81654
* 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization *
rfvhc.colorado@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/keephorsesontrails/
P.O. Box 127, Snowmass, Colorado 81654
* 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization *
rfvhc.colorado@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/keephorsesontrails/