Current News & Events
2025 Annual CHC Meeting
Join us for the CHC Annual Meeting as we explore key issues shaping Colorado’s equine community. Guest speaker Brett Moore of OnTheBallot Consulting will offer timely insight into legislative activity that affects horse owners across the state.
Important Information for Horse Owners in Colorado
Colorado horse owners are urged to stay alert as new EHV EHM cases emerge in the state. This update outlines current risks, prevention tips, and guidance from veterinary authorities to help protect your horses and reduce the spread within Colorado’s equine community.
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A SEASON OF GROWTH
A Season of Growth Colorado’s Equine Community Leads with Collaboration In partnership with Colorado State University Colorado Horse Council
Support the Recreational Trails Program in Your State
RTP is important to recreational riders all over the country and the AHC is pleased Congress preserved this program in the highway bill. Unfortunately, the new highway bill allows states to opt-out of the program if they choose. States that opt out would not be able...
Colorado Hay Directory
"Hay continues to be a leading crop in the state, and we have requests from around the country for Colorado hay," said Wendy White, marketing specialist for the Colorado Department of Agriculture. "The directory is a great way for producers to market their hay and it...
Welcome to the Colorado Horse Council
Our Mission
The Colorado Horse Council advocates for the social, economic, and legislative interests of all horse breeds within the State of Colorado, the US, and worldwide. We are a trusted voice in the horse industry, and our mission is to advocate for the health & well-being of all horses and promote initiatives that advance and enhance the equine industry.
A full discussion about the Horse Protection Act for 2025
How Can We Help You?
Emergency & Disaster Information
Rocky Mountain Horse Expo
Colorado Horse Development Authority
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Turn to us for the latest information on state-wide equine emergencies and disasters.
The Rocky Mountain Horse Expo takes place at the National Western Stock Show Complex. All breeds and all disciplines.
The CHDA is responsible for the collection, distribution, and program accountability for the Horse Promotion Assessment.
The Colorado Horse Council unites Colorado’s equine community through membership, resources, advocacy, and connection.