Written by SCOTT STANFIELD
Citizen staff
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Saturday, 20 December 2008 |
McBride residents are doing what they can to rescue a pair of horses that have been mysteriously stranded for several weeks at a popular snowmobiling area in the Robson Valley.
The animals are trapped in the Renshaw riding area near McBride, which is covered by at least six feet of snow. Volunteers are attempting to clear a path for the horses, but until that happens, concerned sledders are transporting blankets and food in order to keep the animals alive.
"They've got about a kilometre worth of trail they have to dig to get them out," said Glen Daykin, manager of Spindrift Power Sports in McBride. "Because it's so cold, the snow won't pack down. You have to dig down more or less to within close to the ground so they can get out."
To his understanding, Daykin said the horses were taken to the area by someone on a pack trip, but he is not clear about the circumstances. He figures the horses have been in the area for about six weeks.
Daykin said a veterinarian who has checked on the horses indicated they will survive, as long as their rescuers can lead them out of the area sooner than later.
The SPCA has been in contact with the owner and is investigating the circumstances.
"It's a really sad deal," Daykin said.
On a positive note, eight to 10 people have been transporting horse blankets and hay each day, as well as lighting fires and melting snow for the animals to drink.
"I moved to McBride at the end of September. The response and the type of people that live in this town is amazing," Daykin said.
To keep track of the situation, check www.snowandmud.com/forum/f3/horse-rescue-up-renshaw-10308.html.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 20 December 2008 )
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