Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course

Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course

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FESC is a non profit group dedicated to promoting safe trail use
for equestrians and all trail users. The course is open from dawn to dusk every day.

Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course (FESC) designs, builds, funds and maintains the Equestrian Skills Course in Bear Creek Regional Park. The Equestrian Skills Course is a dedicated portion of Bear Creek Regional Park where equestrians can develop and fine tune their riding and their horse's skills for trail riding. All obstacles are natural and adaptations of what you will find on Colorado Ro

06/16/2026

Don't Miss It!

This Wednesday, enjoy a yummy breakfast and celebrate this yearly tradition!!

$5 Breakfast! Join us on Wednesday, June 17, from 5:30 to 9:00 a.m. in Downtown Colorado Springs at the intersection of Pikes Peak & Tejon. https://www.cswesternstreetbreakfast.com/

Encore Electric, Inc. is All Things Power, Technology, and Energy®. Their steadfast support of the Colorado Springs Western Street Breakfast helps to keep the light on for this beloved annual tradition.

Photos from Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course's post 06/11/2026

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We'd love to have you join us for our workday this Saturday!!

Photos from Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course's post 06/08/2026

Coming Up!!

"2nd Saturday of the Month" Morning Workday!..... June 13th 9:30 til Noon!!

We got a few repairs to the skills course and we need some volunteer rockstars to help us out. It's a few hours in the morning to fix a few bridges, replace a few post and rails, fill a few low spots, do a little raking and minimal garbage pickup.

Bring Yourself, Bring A Friend and Join Us!

Reach out here, on FB messenger or call/text Allison at 7 one 5-3 7 Seven - Two 6 Nine 7 to let us know you'll be joining us.

Photos from Friends of the Equestrian Skills Course's post 06/07/2026

Can you join us for our "2nd Saturday of the Month" Morning Workday?
WE NEED YOU on Saturday, June 13th!!

From 9:30 til about Noon, we've got some repairs out at the skills course and could use a few extra hands. We supply all the rakes, shovels and other tools needed. Bring a friend and join us!!

Repairs needed:
broken base on one of the bridges
repair or replacement of a few small boards on bridges and steps
dirt fill on high bridge steps
replace a few posts and rails on fenceline
a little raking and garbage pickup

This course is maintained by volunteers and we can't do it without you!
We'll have snacks and water.

Please reach out to us here, in FB messenger or text/call Allison at 7 one 5, three 7 7 - 2 six nine 7 if you can join us for a few hours and get the skills course in tip top shape for the beginning of the summer!

06/07/2026

It's a beautiful day in the Pikes Peak Region so Get Out 'N Ride!!

This was a group from the poker rider that joined us back in April.
Thanks for coming!!

06/06/2026

It's Happy National Trails Day!

Sharing this important PSA from our friends over at Colorado Safe Horse.

And if you need a little practice before getting out on the trails, head on over to the "FREE TO USE" equestrian skills course in Bear Creek Regional Park, Colorado Springs.

equestrianskillscourse.org

Get Out 'N Ride!!

Happy National Trails Day from Colorado Safe Horse! 🐴🌄
Today we celebrate the incredible trail systems that connect riders, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts across Colorado—and the responsibility we all share to keep them safe and accessible.
At Colorado Safe Horse, we’re committed to protecting equestrian access and promoting respectful trail use. Whether you’re riding, hiking, or biking, let’s all do our part:
✅ Be courteous and communicate with other trail users
✅ Yield appropriately (remember—bikes yield to horses!)
✅ Keep trails clean and pack out what you pack in
✅ Stay on designated paths to protect the land
Every positive interaction helps build awareness and respect for horses on our trails. Together, we can ensure these beautiful spaces remain open and safe for generations to come.
🐎💚 Tell us—what’s your favorite Colorado trail to ride or explore?

Photos from Colorado Safe Horse's post 06/06/2026

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1045 Lower Gold Camp Road
Colorado Springs, CO
80905