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Look who we found here looking so handsome in front of Four Peaks.

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Look who we found here looking so handsome in front of Four Peaks.

January 13, 2022
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January 13th

1.12.22, he was eying a mare/filly pair that he just might win over!

Poppy was born in March of 2014, he will be 8 this March. His dam is Posey, who most of you know as Coyote’s mom, so Coyote and Poppy are half brothers.

And yes Poppy’s sire is Shadowfax. Posey was in Shadowfax’s band for 2 years before she and Poppy got “stolen” by Maverick’s band and then again stolen by Nugget’s band, where Posey still is today (with Coyote.) Because both of his parents are grey, if he would have offspring, they would likely be greys.

When Poppy lived in the Butcher Jones area, he was shot with buckshot in several different places on his body. He still bears the scars today. He was just a year old and had a very hard time with awful deep holes on his right hip and shoulder and hind legs. Today if a horse was shot, we would probably help the horse, but back then we were not authorized to do anything. They were terribly cruel injuries, but luckily he survived. We can post pictures if anyone is interested, but they are very graphic.

If Poppy stays in the safe zone, he has a great future. Unlike many other herds in the country where it’s just a guess if they will be rounded up and removed, Poppy’s freedom is protected, and his humane treatment guaranteed. He can roam anywhere he wants on the 20.000 acres where he has a legal right to live. (As long as he doesn’t cross the road to the dangerzone).

This arrangement for their continued freedom is only possible because of the Intergovernmental agreement between the Forest Service and the AZDA and the contract we have with the AZDA for the humane management of the horses.

It is a little bit complicated because we deal with guidelines and rules from both the federal government and state government, but for horse advocates who follow other herds around the country, we do not have to tell you how very rare our arrangement is.

The AZDA is a hands-on partner and the Forest Service has spent a lot of money on keeping the Salt River wild horses safe from the road and is working on solving this last challenge we are having. The Governor’s office is still involved as well, and we just want to state how thankful we are.

Because so many agencies are working together, the Salt River wild horses will be here for future Arizonans and all Americans to come..Thank the AZDA, the Forest Service and Governor Ducey and come visit our beautiful spectacular Tonto National Forest, where the wild horses still roam free.

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We have extremely sad news. A beautiful young stallion was found with a severe compound fracture of the cannonbone. Nothing was left intact that could have possibly healed. Therefore we are very grateful that MCSO and AZDA were able to give him a quick and painless way out of his suffering. He was a very special young stallion out of Faith and Champ, his name was Loyal, and he was that in the true sense of the word. He was so Loyal to his family. He was still with his birthband and was helping his Dad Champ keep the family together as Champ is aging.We are so sorry for this sad news on this holiday weekend and we are so sorry for anyone who may find his body as it is close to a recreation site. He will go back to nature as meant in the wild. Please know that his life was truly wonderful and free, and that in the end, he did not have to suffer. Run forever free Loyal 💔We are so grateful for our partnerships with AZDA and MCSO. Please have a safe weekend everyone. Many broken hearts for Loyal, SRWHMG. ... See MoreSee Less

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We hope everyone gets to enjoy the beauty of the Salt River wild horses this Memorial Day weekend. On weekends like this the thousands of people in and around the river can get confusing for the horses. Please be aware that when you come to recreate along the lower Salt River, you are entering their home. Please help spread this important message for them:Salt River wild horses are protected pursuant to ARS 3-1491, It is illegal to harass, chase, interfere, capture or kill a Salt River horse. Therefore please adhere to these safe viewing guidelines: -Keep a safe distance of 50 ft from horses at all times, even if they come your way. This is for their well being, and for yours.-Approaching or pursuing closer than 50 ft can be considered interfering/harassment, which is punishable by law with a fine and/or jail sentence. -Do not feed horses, this is bad for them and is also against the law. (except for the feed program by SRWHMG, which is not active right now) - Keep dogs leashed as horses can attack dogs and vice versa. Maricopa County Leash Law is in effect in the Tonto National Forest. -Close all gates behind you for their safety. - Trash kills. This is their home and it is your public land. Pack out what you pack in and pick up after someone else if you want to help make a difference. -Please report any issues of harassment or injury to the Salt River Wild Horse Management Group (SRWHMG) (480)868-9301 We hope everyone enjoys a safe and responsible Memorial day weekend! SRWHMG.Photo of the youngest Salt River wild horse Makenzie and her family, by SRWHMG Rick Blandford, edited Simone Netherlands property of SRWHMG. ... See MoreSee Less

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Foal Flashback Friday. The adorable foal under moms tail in the first picture is the big grown stallion in the second picture, which is a screenshot from our app. The mares' name is Summer and his name is Monsoon. We name horses purposely in themes so that even when they are all grown and on their own, we can easily remember their parentage just by their name. We follow each Salt River wild horse from birth untill death and check up on each horse when we can. Both Summer and Monsoon are doing great. Monsoon is a lieutenant stallion in Orion's band. Btw we pray that this Summer is short and that Monsoon comes early! Have a great memorial day weekend everyone.First picture by GP Walsh Photography. Second picture by Destini Rhone. ... See MoreSee Less

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