| | Robin's Nest is Taking Shape It's been a while since we have done a construction update on our new barn and indoor arena - Robin's Nest. This is in part because, as projects like this are prone to do, there have been a few delays and decisions that required troubleshooting, additional bids and more. However, once our new facility started going up, it went up quickly and is looking amazing! The roof is on, the cupolas are on, and siding was recently added with the north and east sides already completed. The interior and many of the technical systems will take a little bit more time, but we anticipate moving into this wonderful new facility in the spring of 2022. Our gratitude to the Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust, Morton Buildings and all others involved is impossible to express. We can't wait to show off the Robin's Nest and start putting it to good use! |
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| | HIRING! Maintenance Technician (FT/YR) With our new barn and indoor arena, there is now even more need to add a permanent maintenance position to our team. We are looking for an individual with 4+ years of maintenance experience to ensure the efficient operation and welcoming, well-kept appearance of the entire MVHR ranch, including its fleet and facilities. The maintenance technician will manage irrigation, fencing, plumbing, heating, energy controls and efficiency, vehicle maintenance and basic repairs, snow removal, pasture management, etc., and generally maintain standards as required. For a full job description and compensation, please visit mountainvalleyhorserescue.com/mvhrjobs. To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to info@mvhr.net. Applications are being accepted through December 10th. |
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| | Equine Updates Doc left on a trial adoption last month, was returned, and already has another application for adoption. Trial periods are exactly that, and if the adoption is not the right fit for either party, it is always our policy to take a horse back. Fingers crossed that Doc's next move is to his forever home! If you are interested in adding to your family, MVHR has lots of wonderful candidates available. Contact us at info@mvhr.net to learn more. For the second month in a row, we welcomed four new horses. This time two mares and two foals! Bonita, Paloma, Noche and Wren arrived to quarantine on November 1st. These beautiful Mustangs are unhandled and will need extensive care and training before they are ready for adoption. We are looking for a sponsor or sponsors for these amazing animals, so they can receive the best care and training as MVHR ensures their care for the next several years! Tamian and Beamer are in rehab! In an ongoing effort to see if we can get these two truly comfortable after so many years of hoof neglect, they are spending time at our veterinarian Dr. Stocker's property to receive her (even more) intense attention, care & rehabilitation. After just a few weeks, they already look much better and we continue to wish this sweet pair the best possible recovery! |
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| | Volunteer Spotlight: Betsy Striedel With her home located near Bond, Colorado, Betsy might be the MVHR volunteer with the shortest commute. She also may be the volunteer with the most medical experience, having been a vet tech at a large and small animal clinic for about 10 years before deciding to pursue a career in architecture. That's probably why Roman is giving her the side eye! Don't worry - he still loves her. Betsy grew up raising cattle on the gulf coast of Texas, and then spent several years between San Antonio and Austin while she finished her master’s degree in architecture... |
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| | Horse of The Month: Buddy Buddy came to us with his buddy, Torec, in the fall of 2020. This handsome mid-twenties American Warmblood gelding has had an illustrious career as a breeding stallion and dressage horse, showing through Prix St. Georges level, and working as a 3rd level schoolmaster! A sweet, fun guy to be around, MVHR is evaluating whether he might be up for some light under saddle work...maybe he even remembers some of those fancy moves from his younger days! If you would like to sponsor or adopt Buddy, or learn more about our other horses, please contact us at info@mvhr.net. |
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| | | Program Updates WE'RE HIRING! Program Positions MVHR is looking for individuals who would like to help facilitate our diverse people programs! If you have a love of horses, and an interest in sharing and teaching, please reach out to info@mvhr.net to learn more about these opportunities. Program Volunteer Help Until we have a team of program coordinators, our staff has been hosting groups with the help of our wonderful volunteers. If you would like to help occasionally with groups that visit the Rescue, please contact us at info@mvhr.net. |
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| | December Volunteer Opportunities Please email info@mvhr.net to sign up or for more information, unless otherwise specified below. - Basic Volunteer Orientation: Available by appointment. If you want to help with our horses, this is the way to get started. No set commitment of time or schedule is required to help take care of the horses in recovery at MVHR, just this basic training.
- Feeding & Chore Shifts: After completing Basic Volunteer Orientation, you can sign up to cover any of our three daily chore shifts - watering, feeding and mucking. Open shifts are shown on our website calendar. OR if you're not able to commit to an entire shift, you can pop out to help with mucking any time you'd like!
- Tuesday Vet Days: Veterinarian Dr. Stocker, treats horses from 10am-4pm. If you want to help handle horses, this is a great way to learn about the Rescue herd's vet needs and treatments.
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| |  | Other Ways to Help MVHR Looking for ways to help MVHR all year long? Visit our new Other Ways to Help resource page! It has information like our wish lists, shopping to support MVHR, and more, all in one place. Check it out and sign up for some of the shopping programs! Check Out Our New Merchandise - Adults Unisex Shirts - Olive Green: $20
- Women's V-Neck Shirt - Forest Green Heather: $20
- Youth Shirts - Heather Green: $15
- Army-style Caps: $30
- Adult Hoodies - Army Green: $40
To purchase, visit mountainvalleyhorserescue.com/mvhr-shop. |
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| | Mountain Valley Horse Rescue
33933 Colorado River Road | McCoy, Colorado 80463
970-653-0185 | info@mvhr.net |
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