Equine Disease Outbreak: Alert to Horse Owners

Camp Croft More cases of equine herpesvirus type 1 continue to be reported throughout the West. Updates from
state farm agencies have increased the number of positive infection reports to a total of 27 in the U.S.

Day Ride or Camp Twenty-one are in the Western Farmer- Stockman circulation area which includes Washington,
Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Colorado, Utah, Montana and Wyoming. Seven horses have died, most
euthanized, as a result of the outbreak. Confirmation of EHV-1 cases in Washington, Utah, Oregon
and Colorado has put western states on high alert to be on the lookout for outbreaks of the potential
killer of horses.

if you like…
June 17-18-19
Come on out and enjoy the fun for the day or
the week –end. We will ride out at 9am ,we
will meet at the barn ,and after a great ride,
we can go down to the big creek and go for a
nice cool dip so bring your swim suits.
If you plan to camp make reservations early
for camp site and horse stalls:
Driving Directions:
From I-85: Take exit 78. Get on Hwy. 221 and take
Hwy. 176 to Country Club Rd. Turn right on Country Club
Rd. Turn left at the light (Hwy. 56). Stay on Hwy. 56,
turn left onto Dairy Ridge Rd. and follow signs.
From I-26 Southbound: Take exit 22, go east on Hwy.
296. for approximately one mile, turn onto Hwy. 295
until it intersects with Hwy 56. Turn right onto Hwy. 56,
then take a left at Dairy Ridge Rd. and follow signs.
From I-26 Northbound :Take exit #52 onto Hwy 56.
Go N for 30 mi. Turn rt onto Dairy Ridge Rd. And follow
signs.
The Colorado Department of Agriculture confirmed nine cases of EHV-1, and 22 suspect cases. The
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is also investigating cases of EHV-1.Utah authorities are
concerned with reported cases of the disease in other states in horses which returned from the
National Cutting Horse Association's Western National Championships in Ogden, Utah, April 29-May
8.On May 18, Utah confirmed seven EHV-1 positive tests in the state, All six cases confirmed in
Colorado were horses which attending the event or which came into contact with horses which did.
The Washington State Department of Agriculture reports three horses attending the event have also
tested EHV-1 positive. “While I have not yet placed any restrictions on movement of animals, I strongly
suggest that horse owners isolate animals that attended the Western National Championships," says
WSDA State Veterinarian Leonard Eldridge.
While EHV-1 is not a threat to humans, the highly-contagious disorder results in sneezing, fever, and
slobbering in horses. While serious cases are rare, staggering, hind-end paralysis and even death of
the horse can result, warns Eldridge.Two horses have tested positive for the disease, reports the
Oregon Department of Agriculture, which says veterinarians around the state are alerted to be on the
lookout for signs of EHV-1."With many horses and their owners traveling to shows and competitions
… it is important to take potential risks into consideration and use caution," says ODA State
Veterinarian Don Hansen. New horse travel requirements have already been launched in Colorado for
horses entering the state. "We are considering all of our options for protecting Colorado's horse
industry," says State Veterinarian Keith Roehr. "At this point, we do not believe it's necessary to stop
horses from entering the state, but we need to be able to know where those horses are coming from
and where they are going; trace back is a vital part of disease control. “Positive tests were also
reported for horses in Idaho and California. Additional travel tips for horse owners traveling to and from
Colorado include the following from the CDA:
1. Consider the disease risk before transporting horses.
2. Contact the state vet's office of the destination state to find out if travel requirements have
changed for that state.
3. Call organizers of the event you are traveling to and check for new health requirements of if
the event has been cancelled.
4. If traveling, practice appropriate biosecurity measures. Biosecurity tips may be viewed at
www.colorado.gov/ag.
5. Isolate any new animals and those returning to your home premises for three weeks if possible. Use separate
water, feed supplies and equipment.Kate Anderson, (303) 239-4161, Kate.anderson@ag.state.co.us
Carl Heckendorf, (303) 239-4161, Carl.Heckendorf@ag.state.co.us

Natural Bug Bite Remedies

Summer is here, the season of outdoor activities, and since mosquitoes tend to multiply in hot climates, summer is also the season of bug bites. Whether it is a mosquito bite or a bee sting, spraying
your skin sticky with offensive-smelling bug repellants is only going to make you uncomfortable and possibly keep humans away from you as well. When I was a kid, my grandfather made my
brother and I slather cotton balls in regular yellow Listerine and rub it on every part of skin that was showing before we were allowed outside. Thankfully, there are other natural remedies that keep
the bugs—or if you have already been bitten—the sting and itch away. Probably the safest way to keep bugs away from your home is to prevent your yard from inviting bugs. You can plant little
repellent gardens all over your yard, front porch, or back patio to ward off unwanted bugs. Using nature-friendly plants like lemongrass (also known as Citronella, popular in mosquito-repelling
candles), lemon thyme, catnip, and citrus-smelling geraniums which contain up to 60 percent of the power of popular spray DEET along with other commercial products ,you can reduce your
family’s bite ratio and reduce the amount of toxins they are subject to. Another option is lotions and sprays found at natural health food stores or herbalists that contain essential oils and herbs that are
used to keep these pests away (like eucalyptus, bay laurel, thyme, or lavender). One of these natural oils, gaining in popularity, is neem oil. Made from the neem tree, this extracts used in Indian
Ayurvedic cures; the oil is bitter and repels bugs while still being able to keep your friends close by. Although many of these lotions and essential oil-based solutions should not be used on infants,
children under 2, or pregnant or nursing mothers, you can always spray their clothes or the area around them for protection. A safe-for-children remedy is to coat stroller or toddler’s chair with pure
vanilla bean extract or add a few drops to their regular skin lotion for use on their sensitive skin—or yours. If you have already been stung or bitten, treating those bites can be a chore. Anti-
inflammatory remedies like peppermint oil dropped onto the bite uses menthol to increase circulation and move the chemicals around that the bug left behind to physically reduce the sore. You can
also use regular oatmeal on bites to pull any remaining toxins out of the body. Let a tablespoon of oatmeal marinate in water until a paste forms. Spread onto the bite until crust hardens and rinse off.
An easier way to pull toxins out of your body is to apply a slice of freshly cut eggplant on the wound, while a fresh cut cucumber slice also works to reduce swelling. After the itch and pain are gone,
unsightly bumps can still appear on the skin. Cover with easy at-home tricks like calendula and aloe vera to prevent against infection, which can be found over the counter in sprays and gels. Redness
associated with a bug bite can be irritating in itself and again Ayurvedic medicine comes to the rescue. Alum, found in the spice aisle, is in powder form and can be dissolved in water takes away the
unwanted physical aspects of the bite and even helps with any lingering itch you may have. Don’t hesitate to call 911 if you suspect there is an emergency. Allergic reactions to bug bites can happen,
either from bees, spiders, or other unknown insects that you may not realize you are allergic to. People can go into anaphylactic shock from certain bites or stings and they should be watched if any of
their symptoms get worse. Even though run-ins with bugs can be annoying, they can also be dangerous, so don’t ignore the warning signs: pain at the site for longer than a few hours, nausea,
vomiting, fever, unstoppable itching, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, extreme swelling, or causes confusion in the victim. Enjoy quiet, summer evenings by eating dinner outside instead.

Happy Trails: Hope to see ya soon……

Special Thanks everyone who has helped with the Shrine ride.
Your President: MaryAnn Richards, Vise President: Heyward Black
Annette Presley, Barry Patterson for coming down and marking the trails, Lewis
Treasurer: Kathy Black, Board Members: Ronnie Gault, Tom Crain for doing all the leg work. To everyone that has volunteered your time .
Dewitt, Keith Cash, Ray Cash, Junior Haney, And Debra Mims