The Mustang Mingle, part of the Meeker Mustang Makeover event, brought out nearly 300 people, including (above left) Teresia and Scott Reed, (above center) Christy and Kent Borchard, and ((above right) Gus and Christine Halandras. Deirdre Macnab Photos (Above left) Butch and Karin Theos at the Pioneers Association annual dinner and[Read More…]
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Outstanding success for Meeker Mustang Makeover
RBC | The finale of the 2025 Meeker Mustang Makeover (MMM) was this past weekend, Sept. 26-27. Challenged by the postponement from the wildfires which delayed MMM an additional month, the horse show and auction presented with great success. The event had its highest purchase price at $22,000 dollars for[Read More…]
Get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time at the Mustang Mingle this Friday
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | After a full day of wild horse action at the Meeker Mustang Makeover, Friday night is all about fun as the Mustang Mingle returns to town. On September 26 at 6 p.m., join trainers, event-goers, and the community for live music, a hearty dinner, delicious drinks,[Read More…]
Free admission for Meeker locals to the 2025 Meeker Mustang Makeover
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | Mark your calendars for Sept. 26–27, 2025, because the Meeker Mustang Makeover (MMM) is back and bigger than ever—right here at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds! This homegrown event is quickly becoming a fall tradition for locals and visitors alike, and best of all, admission is[Read More…]
Westernaires to perform at Meeker’s Mustang Makeover event Aug. 23
Special to the HT MEEKER | Colorado’s iconic youth equestrian nonprofit organization, the Westernaires, will bring their thrilling blend of precision and Western spirit to this year’s Mustang Makeover in Meeker, Colorado, at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. The Westernaires Precisionettes team, along with select specialty performers, will take the[Read More…]
Meeker Mustang Clinic competitors have a chance to work with trainers
By JOSIE TUTHILL Special to the HT MEEKER | This past weekend contestants in Meeker’s Mustang Makeover (MMM) gathered at the Rio Blanco County fairgrounds to learn from renowned trainers Bryan Neubert and Steve Mantle. Each of them worked one-on-one with a MMM contestant trainer and the mustang they will[Read More…]
Back on Track horse training clinic brings renowned horsemen to Meeker
Special to the HT MEEKER | The Meeker Mustang Makeover is honored to welcome two legendary horsemen for the Back on Track Horse Training Clinic, scheduled for June 14–15, 2025 at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. This two-day clinic is one of the cornerstone events of the Meeker Mustang Makeover[Read More…]
Apply now to be a 2025 Meeker Mustang Makeover trainer; new halter class and two-day extravaganza
PRESS RELEASE MEEKER | Applications are open for aspiring wild horse trainers to be part of the 2025 Seventh Annual Meeker Mustang Makeover set to take place August 22nd and 23rd. This year promises to be even bigger and better with the addition of the new Halter Class division, expanded[Read More…]
Meeker Mustang Makeover awarded $200,000 Federal grant to hire executive director
MEEKER | The Meeker Mustang Makeover (MMM) is excited to announce it has been awarded a $200,000 grant from the Federal government to bolster its organizational leadership and community impact. This grant will be used to hire a part-time executive director, a crucial role that will drive the organization’s mission[Read More…]
Every mustang finds a home at 2024 Mustang Makeover
MEEKER | The 2024 Meeker Mustang Makeover, held on Aug. 24, will be remembered as a landmark event, shattering records and capturing the hearts of all who attended. From a record-breaking audience turnout to a spectacular auction, this year’s Makeover set a new standard for mustang events across the nation.[Read More…]
Anticipation builds for the 2024 Meeker Mustang Makeover: ‘From scared to paired’
MEEKER | Excitement and anticipation are reaching a fever pitch as the town of Meeker prepares to host the highly anticipated Meeker Mustang Makeover on Aug. 24, 2024. This remarkable event, held at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds, promises a day filled with awe-inspiring displays of horsemanship, community spirit, and[Read More…]
Fasten your seatbelts for the upcoming Mustang Mingle
MEEKER | This year’s Mustang Mingle has an extraordinary new flair thanks to our great Party Committee: Christy Borchard, Elizabeth Pearce, Christine Halandras, Jayne Coley and Di Harber. Coming up on Friday, Aug. 23 at 6 p.m. at the 4-H Building at the Fairgrounds is a star-studded event with mustang[Read More…]
