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New Horse Joins!

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New Horse Joins!

April 28, 2022
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April 28th

Makenzie, our youngest Salt River wild horse has arrived at the river with her band. They like to spend the bulk of their time in the northern mountains, but like all Salt River wild horses, they can go wherever they feel like in their 20,000 acre habitat, unencumbered by fences or gates, -with exception of their boundary fences and gates, which keep them safe from the roads.
(Their freedom of course is thanks to some novel cooperation agreements, a great Salt River horse Liaison, and many very hardworking volunteers)
The lower Salt River is a mighty popular place these days and naturally we are always concerned about their well-being, because that is our job. But with the many websites advertising the Salt River wild horses and tubing season opening this weekend, and some crazy Facebook pages spreading outrageously bad information, we do admit that we are growing some extra grey hairs, because there is so much going on.
While we have the wild horse population stabilized, the herds of humans are predicted to keep doubling every 5 years, because well, it’s fantastic recreation over here.
Our volunteers try their hardest to be everywhere at the same time, with surprising success, but we are going to need your help to spread our messages, because we are not authorized to dart the humans, not even the bad ones.
🙏 Stay a 50 ft distance from the Salt River wild horses at all times, -for their safety and yours.
That is the message, and we are very sorry to spoil all that fun, but that means; no you cannot ride them, no you cannot pet them, and no you cannot feed them. In fact, you can quite seriously get arrested for any of these things, because it is illegal to harass, chase, interfere or injure a Salt River wild horse.
We have found however, that to film an incident good enough for court, to find the person responsible, and record their license plate for prosecution, that’s proving to be very difficult.
But it’s not all bad news, 99% of visitors and regulars are very mindful and considerate. We are grateful for you! AZDA Salt River horse Liaison Makenzie, will be on the river keeping a watchful eye regularly and some day soon we will be authorized, (and are currently still saving up), for the placing of our really great metal signs. They will be expensive, but they will be worth it.
(Unfortunately we forgot to make a fundraiser for this purpose yesterday on “national help a horse day” because well we were just too busy helping horses.)
But you can still help us by turning your video on if you see something that is harassment or interfering. You can also help us by spreading these kinds of messages when you are on the river: For example: Kindly without yelling and with a smile on your face say: Hi how are you, aren’t they beautiful? Did you know they are protected wild horses? Could you please back up to maintain a 50 ft distance? Its for your own safety and theirs. Or, that way they can get out of the river. Thank you so much!
So NOT: “Hey Dumbledore back up, can’t you see the horse wants to get out of the river? Lol.
Thank you all so very much for spreading kindness, and for promoting understanding that this is their home and we are just the guests who should feel privileged to meet them.
If you need us, call our hotline (480) 868-9301.
SRWHMG.
Photos by SRWHMG Rick Blandford

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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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