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Rendering of new barn

One Step Closer to Completing the Dream

A major MVHR "Complete the Dream" Capital Campaign goal is about to come true. The Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust has committed to funding construction on the Rhea Bigelow Charitable Trust Legacy Barn at MVHR. This indoor arena, barn, office, and multi-use facility will be informally known as "Robin's Nest". 

This has been a dream of MVHR's since moving to our permanent home in McCoy in 2016. Currently, horse training and socialization comes to a near halt during any inclement weather, especially during the challenging winter months. This means that dozens of horses on the wait list are postponed the opportunity for help and support, while those at the Rescue await the skills they need to find forever homes. A barn with an indoor arena will change all that, and allow for expanded and year-round human education programs. 

Excavation is scheduled to begin this month with plans for completion by next winter. The Board and Staff are finalizing plans, preparing for the project start, and dancing for joy! Stay tuned for more information in future newsletters. 

MVHR Programs to Continue During Barn Construction

Certain aspects of our programs will be adjusted to accommodate the construction, but rest assured, they will continue. Registration for our new H.O.P.E. Summer Day Camp opens on March 18th. You'll find all the details below in "Program Updates".

 
Buffy

Buffy

Horse Updates

We had two horses in trial adoptions last month. Buffy headed off with her prospective family towards the end of February, and Ruby 2 finished her trial adoption onsite and is officially adopted. We are so excited for both of them as they embark on their new journeys!

The new intakes we were evaluating early last month were all placed with new families directly, which is a wonderful thing! We will have new intakes to introduce you to in our next newsletter, so stay tuned for details.

Thursday Vet Days

Thursday has become our regular veterinarian day at MVHR. We work with Dr. Stocker treating horses from 10am-4pm. If you have interest in helping handle horses and getting to learn a lot about the Rescue herd's vet needs and treatments, let us know at info@mvhr.net.

 
Volunteer Mary with Latigo

Volunteer Spotlight: Mary Wolf

Mary has been a trained MVHR volunteer for over a year and likes doing all of the volunteer tasks. That’s lucky for us, because she not only holds a regular chore shift each week, she holds two and has for many months now.

A part-timer in Vail since 1990, Mary’s main residence was in suburban Chicago. She made the move to the valley full-time in 2015 and has been living in Eagle ever since.

 
Estrella

Horse of The Month: Estrella

She's an awesome little horse ready for a home of her own!

This cute Arab cross mare is a real joy. Well broke, sensitive and responsive she will be a fun one! In her mid-teens and about 14.2 hands, she would best suit an intermediate child or small adult rider.

If you would like to adopt Estrella, or be a sponsor who helps change a horse's life forever, please contact us at info@mvhr.net.  

 
Kids at Summer Day Camp with miniature donkey

Program Updates

Summer Day Camp Registration Opens March 18th!

A new curriculum will allow campers ages 8 through middle school to build more intimate connections with our Rescue horses through spending time with them on the ground. This 4-day program includes the development of horsemanship skills through the use of Obstacles, Liberty, Craft and Stewardship. This is not a horseback riding camp.

For camp dates, more details and to register on March 18th, please visit https://www.mountainvalleyhorserescue.com/programs.

Horseback Riding Lesson Program Coming Soon

MVHR will be starting to offer expanded horseback riding lesson opportunities as warmer weather permits. Beginner to intermediate lessons will be offered by appointment in both Western and English. In order to gauge the level of interest, please email info@mvhr.net if this is something you or a member of your family would be interested in. You'll help MVHR design a program that best suits our community, and be among the first to receive further details as the program is developed!

High School Rescue Club Service Saturdays

HSRC will hold this month's service day on Saturday, March 27th.  The group will be completing the 12:00-3:00pm chore shift and any additional projects needed. New high school participants are welcome! Please RSVP to nancy@mvhr.net as we are limiting the number of participants due to COVID restrictions.  

Preschool and K/1 Mini Horse Heroes 

Our Preschool Mini Horse Heroes (ages 3-5) will take place on Saturday, March 6th and K/1 Mini Horse Heroes (ages 6-7) on Saturday, March 13th. Both programs run from 9-11:30am and are $40 per child. Space is limited to 10 participants and one parent or guardian per child.

Registration and payment are required to reserve a spot. To sign up or for questions, please email kensie@mvhr.net.

 

March Events & Volunteer Opportunities

  • Community Volunteer Day: This month, we will continue to host Project Days as needed.
    ​Please email info@mvhr.net if you would like to help with any upcoming projects.
  • Basic Volunteer Orientation: Limited number of sessions available by appointment.
    ​If you want to help with our horses, this is the way to get started.
  • Feeding & Chore Shifts: After completing Basic Volunteer Orientation, please sign up for morning, afternoon or evening chores or PM Feeding. Open shifts are shown on our website calendar. 
  • Join Our Maintenance Team: P/T paid position! MVHR is looking for a handyperson/ ranch hand to help with repairs and maintenance around the ranch as needed. This offers a flexible schedule, working with a few others, for a total of 10 hours per week to start. Are you a self-starter, able to work independently, and experienced with tasks such as (but not limited to): fence building and repair, vehicle maintenance and minor repair, irrigation maintenance and minor repair, basic construction and repairs, lawn mowing, and snow plowing? Please contact shana@mvhr.net to apply.
  • Horsemanship with Joel: Joel is looking for some interns to assist with our new intakes. If you are interested in learning more about Joel's horsemanship methods, helping restart horses after abuse or neglect, AND can commit to working with horses once a week, Joel would love your help! Text him directly at (970) 376-1963 to get started.

For questions or to sign up for project help, volunteer orientation or feeding & chore shifts, please email info@mvhr.net.

 
Guidestar 2021 Platinum Seal of Transparency

Platinum Seal of Transparency

We are proud to announce that MVHR earned a 2021 Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar! Now everyone can see our most updated strategy, metrics, and achievements. Check out our updated #NonprofitProfile on Candid.

 
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More Ways You Can Help the Horses

  • Getting a Colorado state tax refund this year? Consider donating part or all of your refund to MVHR. Simply enter Mountain Valley Horse Rescue and our registration number 20063004823 in the "Donate to a Colorado Nonprofit Fund" line on your state income tax return or tax software – or just give this info to your tax preparer when you share your tax documents.
  • Purchase horse art, gifts or masks from artist Frances Marino at www.frances-marino.artistwebsites.com. Note in your order that you made a purchase to support MVHR. 
  • Purchase tack from MVHR. Contact info@mvhr.net for details.
  • City Market Community Rewards: Join the program at https://www.citymarket.com/to…/city-market-community-rewards and select MVHR as your organization. 
  • Purchase items from our wishlists on Amazon and Valley Vet Supply.
  • Select "Mountain Valley Horse Rescue" as your nonprofit on Amazon Smile! 

Mountain Valley Horse Rescue
33933 Colorado River Road  | McCoy, Colorado 80463
970-653-0185 | info@mvhr.net

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