Darla Connelly, who is in charge of the issue, expressed genuine worry for the incoming herd because they are not accustomed to the difficult terrain during this exceptionally wet season. When a two-year-old horse wandered too far and became stuck in the marsh, her fears came true.
When the imprisoned horse sent out distress signals, the rescue operation went into overdrive. Using ATVs and specialized rescue equipment, a group of Help Alberta Wildlife Society volunteers raced to the scene. The horse was fighting to stay afloat and was in danger of falling more into the muddy chasm.
A volunteer named Daryl Glover ventured out into the perilous muck to get close to the distraught mare. He supported the horse during her struggle by carefully securing a rope around her hindquarters. The team’s well-coordinated efforts stopped the crisis from getting worse.
The horse was helped to acquire a grip and ascend while the rescue rig tightened the rope while the ATV’s engine roared. The horse showed incredible fortitude by finding stronger ground with her hind legs, and with each tug, she edged closer to safety.
