Colorado Safe Horse

10/28/2025

Barn 🏚
Replace burnt-out lights/fly masks, etc.) in mouse-proof bins
Separate/bring inside, meds/first aid supplies that canNOT freeze
Replace burnt out lights
Replace burnt-out lightse-proof bins (sheets/fly masks, etc.)
Locate winter blankets & ensure fit is appropriate for safety

First Aid 🚨
-kit restock
Saline solution, sterile gauze, cotton layers, vet wrap, duct tape, scissors, wound gel, polo wraps, diapers, clippers, towels
Medications for emergencies from vet (banamine, bute, etc.)
Ensure equipment works- thermometer, stethoscope, measuring tape/weight tape

Shelters & Pasture 🌱
Offer shelter (built or natural) from wind, wet, and snow
Blanket fit check & Waterproof*
Provide good ventilation for stalled horses by keeping barn doors/windows open
Repair shelters as needed
Repair fences
Plan footing/mud mitigation
Drag pastures

Feed/hydration 🚰
Stock hay (+extra for colder nights) to increase body temp
Water heaters or ice mitigation (crow bar) 🙃
Pellet feed plan (does it require water, ie. Electric kettle)
Monitor body condition regularly and adjust feeding accordingly
Ensure a source of clean SALT is always available.
Electrolyte supplement availability

10/28/2025

🔥 Attention, Grand County Community! 🔥

It’s that time of year again! As we move into the fall and winter months, you may notice smoke or flames in various locations across the county. These are part of Grand Fire and Grand Lake Fire's jointly operated Wildland Division's Prescribed Fire Program, which includes both broadcast burning and pile burning operations. This year, we plan to conduct prescribed burns from late October 2025 to April 2026.

Prescribed fire is a critical tool for reducing wildfire risk, improving forest health, and helping protect our community. Each project is carefully planned and conducted under specific weather and safety conditions to ensure it’s done responsibly.

Weather and conditions permitting, we plan to begin our Prescribed Fire Program this Wednesday, October 29th, with a small (approximately 1-acre) prescribed burn located behind the Grand Fire Headquarters (60500 US Hwy 40, Granby). Ignitions are expected to start around 9:00 a.m., with operations wrapping up by early afternoon. Smoke and flames may be visible from the highway.

Thank you for your continued support of your local fire departments and our ongoing efforts to keep Grand County safer and healthier.

Together, we’re building a more fire-adapted community. 🌲🔥

10/28/2025

How many barns do organized trail rides and trips for their boarders? Check out Hidden Lane Stable!

10/28/2025

10/28/2025

This is true.

Around the barn..........

10/27/2025

Oct 27, 2025 | Blanketing Horses, Cold Weather Horse Management, Dr. Clair Thunes, Dr. Michelle DeBoer, Equine Nutrition, Equine, PhD, Forage, Horse Blankets, Podcast, Winter Horse Care

10/27/2025

Into the Aspens
While driving over Ophir Pass in Colorado, I had to hop out and capture this photo showcasing the incredible variety of color.

10/27/2025

10/26/2025

10/26/2025

Always good to remember this during a discussion of blankies.

Good morning BCH'ERS

10/26/2025

🐴 But I'm a firm believer that horses = happiness.

10/25/2025

🐴 hope you get out to ride this weekend!