| Newsletter June 2026 On these hot Summer days one of the favorite past times for the horses is taking naps, lots of long naps, either standing up in the shade or on the ground which gives some cooling. The goal is as little movement as possible. It is wonderful to see all the different horses, all from different walks of life, become friends who are comfortable enough with one another to lay down, with not a worry in the world. This life is possible thanks to you, our volunteers, supporters and donors, who help us to create this safe and comfortable haven while the horses wait for their next chapter. The Brunch for Horses is on Sunday, July 19th in Edwards. Help us continue to provide Hay, Feed, and the best care possible for the herd, by joining us for this special day. We are looking to raise 30% more this year to cover the increase in hay, feed and fuel costs brought on by drought and world events. Read more and purchase tickets below! Equine Explorers are roaming the ranch as this newsletter goes out. These Summer day campers are learning about horse health and nutrition, anatomy, body condition scores and body language in addition to basic horsemanship with the rescue herd in a brand new four day program. The next generation of equine advocates are in the making! So far nearly 100 kids have come to the ranch this Summer and we are not even half way through! There are still spots available for day camp, read below how to register. Continue reading for more details and updates from MVHR! |
| MVHR Horse Updates June has been a busy month with potential adopters meeting the rescue herd. Zephyr, Rico and Missy Rae finalized their adoptions and Bonita and Pete are both in adoption trials. Thanks to all of these new chapters, we have been able to chip away at our growing waiting list, welcoming four new horses this past month. Stache is a handsome bay gelding in his mid teens who was a working ranch horse but who also carried even the littlest kids for family adventures. He could no longer do the hard work after presenting some front end lameness. We hope to help him be more comfortable and see what he might be up for in his next chapter. Prince, a cute eight year old bay Arabian/Morgan cross with insulin resistance, is looking for his next family to go on adventures with who can house him on a dry lot to manage his dietary needs. And duo, Ray Ray & Tigger made it to us all the way from Farmington, NM. Ray Ray is a grey Appaloosa gelding in his twenties, and Tigger is a bay, 2 year old stud cold with limited handling. Some time ago we also welcomed Calamity Jane. We can finally introduce her after the law enforcement seizure case she was part of settled in court. CJ came from a severe neglect case, involving lots of other animals, and we are grateful she made her way to MVHR. We are helping her gain weight, and so far her funny and sassy personality has started to shine through now that she feels better. All have settled in at MVHR and we are happy they are here so we can help them find their next best chapter in life! All of the above is possible, thanks to our wonderful donors, who allow us to help horses with anything they need. MVHR has outstanding horses who are waiting for their next loving home. Those that are rideable won't be here for very long. Are you looking? Then don't wait to check them out! A list of the Current Herd can be found by clicking below! |
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| | Join the Brunch to Feed the Herd! Join us to support the Rescue Horses at MVHR’s Annual Brunch on Sunday July 19, 2026 at the home of one of our long time supporters in Edwards. Starting at 10:00 AM, enjoy beverages, including a Mimosa & Bloody Mary bar, and a Delicious Brunch! We’ll feed you and, with your additional generous support, you will help MVHR feed the horses hay, grain and supplements for the next year! Tickets are $75 p/p which includes Brunch, Mimosas and Bloody Mary Bar & more! |
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| The 2026 Brunch for Horses is sponsored by Alpine Bank, Roaring Fork Equine Medical Center & TAB Associates. Thank you for supporting at-risk horses! |
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| | | 2026 EQUUS Foundation Mentor MVHR is excited to announce we have, once again, been recognized as an EQUUS Foundation 2026 Mentor, which is awarded to EQUUS Foundation Guardian charities that have met the EQUUS Foundation’s highest standards for business and equine welfare practices.
The Mentor Accreditation is awarded annually and is an endorsement of an organization's commitment to transparency and accountability by their willingness to make comprehensive data about their programs, horse care practices, and governance available for public scrutiny. |
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| MVHR Community & Programs |
| Join for the Vail Village July 4th Parade! |
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| Join us for the Vail's 4th of July Parade!! We are excited to share MVHR's Mission with the people who visit Vail Village on the 4th and be represented by YOU--our amazing volunteers, supporters, campers and their parents! We will have a decorated truck with hay bales, stick horses and banners. The parade lines up near Gold Peak on Vail Valley Drive and we'll meet there at 9:30am before the 10:00am parade start. |
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| Let us know if this is something you or your family would like to participate in!! Please email: [email protected] if you have any questions, for further details and to sign up! Please do so no later than Monday, June 29th. |
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| Volunteer at MVHR! Our next Community Volunteer Day & Trainings are hosted on: - Saturday, July 25 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
- Saturday, August 13 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
Come spend time with the Horses, and give them love and care! We always welcome new volunteers, and after a Volunteer training you can come help out whenever your schedule allows. Pancake Breakfast is served at 9:30am, after which we head out for a variety of chores to help the horses. No experience needed, and no need to RSVP either. Have you volunteered before but need a refresher? This is a great day to join! In addition to these Saturdays, we have Volunteer Training available on Tuesday July 7 and Tuesday August 4, from 10am-12pm or by appointment. For more info click here! Complete a volunteer application and it will ensure that you receive a volunteer opportunity email each month. |
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| |  | Summer Day Camp still has spots! MVHR's Summer Camp Registration is still available, and there are spots with transportation from both Wolcott and from Yampa! 2026 Summer Day Camps has the popular curricula returning and a new camp: Equine Explorers. For detailed info and to register, click the buttons below! |
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| | | 2026 Events - Save the Date! - Sunday, July 19th ~ Brunch for Horses, Lake Creek, Edwards ~ Tickets on sale now!
- Saturday, September 19th ~ 12th Annual Hay Day, McCoy!
- October 1st ~ SteamMaster Charitable Golf Tournament at Sonnenalp Golf Course in Edwards.
- Tuesday, December 9th ~ Colorado Gives Day
For more information on Events, check out our Calendar! |
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| | MVHR Trucker Hats - now available! Just in time for Summer to show your support of the herd! Beautiful Richardson 112 Trucker Hats with Laser Engraved Genuine Leather Patch are now available for purchase in two unique colors. Ask for them at the ranch or buy one online before they sell out! |
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| | Other Ways to Help! Donating to help the horses can be done in many different ways! In addition to cash, check and online donations, volunteering your time, and sharing MVHR's mission with others, there are even more ways you can help horses! Read on to learn about other ways to make a huge impact on the sustainability of MVHR for future generations! |
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| MVHR Brokerage Account with Edward Jones Did you know MVHR has a brokerage account that you can donate to…and that you can make a gift to the horses this way? Donating stock offers benefits for both you and MVHR. We are so grateful for the donors that have already committed to doing so. For more information on how to donate to our account with Edward Jones, contact your broker or email [email protected]. |
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| MVHR Endowment Fund at YVCF Your contribution to the MVHR Endowment Fund provides support for horses today, tomorrow and beyond, truly ensuring all MVHR horses have the care and love they need throughout their lives and for generations to come. If you'd like to learn more about donating to the Endowment Fund, please click HERE. |
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| MVHR Planned Giving Create your legacy by making a planned gift to MVHR. Through a planned gift, you will be a part of making an everlasting difference in the lives of rescue equines long into the future. A hundred years from now, you will have an impact on the care of horses in need. Lend your Hopeful Heart to Helping Horses by making a legacy gift to MVHR today! Click HERE for more information. |
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| ... and then there is MORE! Visit our Other Ways to Help resource page to learn about more ways to help MVHR anytime of year. We have information on our Amazon Wishlist and how to shop and support MVHR thru organizations such as Vail Valley Thrifty Shops, City Market & Chewy Gives Back. Check it out and sign up for some of the shopping programs, or consider helping out with much needed supplies from our wish lists. From all of us at Mountain Valley Horse Rescue, thank you for your continued support! |
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| | Contact Us! Mountain Valley Horse Rescue
33933 Colorado River Road
McCoy, Colorado 80463
970-653-0185
[email protected] |
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