Volunteer Spotlight: Harald Mikkelson

A long-time MVHR volunteer, Harald joined our staff last month as the new Maintenance Technician. His previous work experience, coupled with his familiarity with MVHR, the ranch, our needs, and his passion for our mission, made him the standout candidate for this position. 

Harald moved to Colorado from Pennsylvania in 2001, to snowboard and, up until joining our staff, had been working in the restaurant industry. With dreams of “riding his own horse into the hills someday,” Harald found MVHR a few years ago and quickly set out to learn all he could about horses from Shana and Joel. He started volunteering for a regular chore shift early on and pitched in with hay, vehicle maintenance and repairs, and other projects around the Rescue. He will continue doing these things and more in his new position.

Since starting February 1, Harald has been cleaning up, cleaning out, further familiarizing himself with MVHR equipment and facilities, and helping us dig out of the snow. He’ll be taking on a number of projects as winter wraps up and conditions allow, such as irrigation repairs and fencing expansion, and of course - setting up the equipment side of the new barn!

Welcome to the team, Harald! As our facility continues to grow, we know that it – and the horses and people at MVHR – are in good hands with you.