dnote627 Loc: I live in Western CO but from Western NC

I went to Debeque Canyon Wild Horse area for the first time yesterday entering through the town of Debeque here in Western Co. Went with my friend Cindy in her Jeep. You don't need a jeep for all of the roads, but some where they had not graded them in a year or more.
We drove for hours and spotting loads of wildflowers but only one horse. The landscape reminded me of Bryce Canyon in some areas. We saw one horse from afar and started the trek toward her stopping some ways into the field and under a tree about 1/2 mile from her to gauge the scene. She started toward us and was at a gallop, stopping once so we thought we were safe to stay. Too late we realized we had no time to return to the vehicle, she was at a gallop and closing in way too fast. She didn't come closer than say 25-40 feet, but she was having none of us being there. We kept ducking under and circling the large juniper to keep out of way of this angry, snorting, pawing mare. She gave up after a bit and returned to the forest edge. Only then did we return to the jeep.

I named her Epona, after the Celtic Goddess and protector of horses, pones and mules. I've been around wild horses and horses for years now, but have not had one act like this. I found it interesting how much this one looked like a tame Palomino I once rode.

Epona the aggressor


Running back and forth as we switched sides under the juniper


Fritillary maybe the Aphrodite or Herperis, not sure


Hoodoo




Sego Lily


Always nice to come upon an arch


The surrounding area


Gobble gobble


Claret Cups are just about my favorite flower

UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT

Beautiful set and better tale, Donna! Thanks for sharing.

NMGal Loc: NE NM

Wonderful story and beautiful pictures.

Billynikon2

I grew up on a ranch in Wyoming and my favorite horse for riding was a 1/4 horse mustang blend. He was wonderful to ride and fast.

Sinewsworn Loc: Port Orchard, WA

Great story and even better photos! Thanx or sharing.

dnote627 Loc: I live in Western CO but from Western NC

Awe, thanks!

dnote627 Loc: I live in Western CO but from Western NC

I've been working on a book of poetry and sayings to go along with my photos and compliments like this are most welcome. Thank you, Mike!

dnote627 Loc: I live in Western CO but from Western NC

Thank you!

Tdearing Loc: Rockport, TX

Very pretty.

tcthome Loc: NJ

Great set.

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

Nice set of photos--the horse looks fit and trim.

sb Loc: Florida's East Coast

Very nice set!

Hereford Loc: Palm Coast, FL

Quite the unexpected experience. Gives new meaning to the term "wild horse." She obviously did not want you invading her space. You took some great shots of her though.

jederick Loc: Northern Utah

Enjoyable scene's...had a friend that lived in that area and I always liked the country around Debeque.

crafterwantabe Loc: Mn

Beautiful, gorgeous horse