Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association

04/22/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week!

We want to take a moment to sincerely thank each of you who gives your time, energy, and heart to Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association. Your support makes it possible for our riders to learn, grow, and experience the joy of working with horses in a safe and encouraging environment.

Whether you’re leading horses, side-walking, helping behind the scenes, or simply showing up with a positive attitude—please know that what you do truly matters. We couldn’t do this without you.

Thank you for being such an important part of our community 💛

04/21/2026

Tuesday - April 21, 2026

There is currently a police situation happening on Shuswap Rd between River Vista Dr and just
past our barn. No one can get to the barn.

We don’t have any more information on what is happening or how long it will take so we have decided to cancel the rest of today’s lessons.

04/20/2026

EXPO WEEKEND IS ALMOST HERE

April 24-25 at McArthur Island Sport & Event Centre - don't miss it!

PICK UP YOUR RACE PACK and explore 20+ sponsor and vendor booths featuring health, wellness, running gear, and community resources!

SPONSORS:
Highland Valley Teck | City of Kamloops Waste Reduction | Runners Sole | Brooks | Concord Parking

VENDORS:
Kuby | Epicure | Sole Pursuit Running | Cool Running | KBIA | Kamloops Ridge Runners | Foundry Kamloops | Miles for Smiles | Inspire Health | Happyness Center | Inspired Eats with Amanda | Candle Creek Half | Kamloops Chronicle | Popeyes Supplements | Open Door Group | Creative Aura

PLUS:
- Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association (2026 charity of choice)
- Tom Moe with Rolling Thunder Sound & Audio
- Boogie Boutique
- Boogie Bingo for amazing prizes

EXPO HOURS:
Friday, April 24: 2-7 PM
Saturday, April 25: 10 AM-2 PM

See you there!

04/15/2026

We are looking for some bales of straw for a couple of our program horses on strict diets.

04/10/2026

04/09/2026

We are looking for a volunteer on Saturdays to clean paddocks (10) starting in May until mid September. You must have previous and fairly recent paddock cleaning experience.

There is a possibility for this to be in exchange for riding a horse but only those with advance and recent experience.

If you are interested please contact Ashley Sudds

Thank you

04/07/2026

2026 PATH Intl. Region 9 Conference Registration is open!
June 12-14, 2026
Hosted by: Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association, Kamloops, British Columbia

Clickhttps://pathintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-PATH-Intl.-Region-9-Conference-Schedule.pdf for the full conference schedule and detailed information on pricing, lodging, etc.

Clickhttps://pathintl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Region-9-Conference-CEU-List.pdf for the CEU list.

Online registration is available through May 26, 2026. After May 26, registration will need to be completed onsite. This conference is in-person only and there is no single day registration. See below for conference registration tips.

REGISTER NOW
We look forward to seeing you in June!

CONFERENCE LOCATION
Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association
4155 Shuswap Road
Kamloops, BC V2H 1S8, Canada

LODGING OPTIONS
Rodeway Inn & Suites (31 min. drive)
1200 Rogers Way, Kamloops, BC, V1S 1N5
$129 CAD + taxes for a room with 2 queen beds
MUST BOOK BY MAY 1! Book Here: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/hn84p6

Super 8 by Wyndham Kamloops East (21-min. drive)
2459 Trans-Canada Hwy, Kamloops, BC V2C 4A9
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Ranchland Inn (21-min. drive)
2357 Trans-Canada Hwy E, Kamloops, BC V2C 4A8
https://www.hotelsone.com/kamloops-hotels-ca/the-ranchland-inn.html?dsti=2816705&dstt=8&nid=1&as=g&aid=792383721251&cmpid=19805078&agid=5084096558&gid=CjwKCAiAnoXNBhAZEiwAnItcGziN1KYa2sLr5pYcX9hYwA5-WVEeKNd40CBPxPaBkfoqZgKezvd2wxoCVV0QAvD_BwE&gwbrd=CkAKCQiA-__MBhDlARIvAFSfQLeb0tjIjT-DiWdzDy2zfO-7xoNXBbHor4icy1z__0kyrw_ZSW365oocJvgaAg00&ggbrd=0AAAAAD4o1PcBdzJdqy9hCWBCiRME1gtta&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19805078&gbraid=0AAAAAD4o1PcBdzJdqy9hCWBCiRME1gtta&gclid=CjwKCAiAnoXNBhAZEiwAnItcGziN1KYa2sLr5pYcX9hYwA5-WVEeKNd40CBPxPaBkfoqZgKezvd2wxoCVV0QAvD_BwE

More options available on the schedule and in the event!

QUESTIONS? Email Marsha Anderson at manderson@pathintl.org

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION TIPS
Want to make registration easier? Follow these tips:
Register early, please don't wait until the last day!
PATH Intl. suggests using a computer or laptop vs. a phone.
Make sure you are logged in to your portal. The non-member, non-discounted price will show UNTIL you log in. If you are having trouble with your portal login, contact membership.
Answer all registration questions -- don't leave any blank.
Don't forget to sign up for meals you plan to attend!
Type in your center name only (if applicable) exactly as you want it to appear on your badge.
Provided discount codes are entered prior to checkout. It needs to be exact, and then click Apply.
Once registered, you can view your agenda in your portal.

Region 9
(800) 369-7433
www.pathintl.org

Information for all region conferences can be found here: https://pathintl.org/region-conferences/

Find dates, locations, links and CEUs available for all PATH Intl. Region Conferences through the Region Conference page.

03/21/2026

At KTRA, we are so incredibly grateful for Kathy and the care she provides to our horses. 💛

Her dedication, knowledge, and gentle approach make such a difference in the wellbeing of each and every horse in our program. Our horses give so much to our riders—and thanks to Kathy, they are able to feel their very best while doing it.

It takes a special person to understand and support these incredible animals the way she does. We truly appreciate the time, effort, and heart she brings to KTRA.

Thank you, Kathy, for being such an important part of our team and for helping our horses continue to change lives every day. 🐴✨ 🐴✨

03/20/2026

From paintbrushes to power tools 🎨🔧

Life around the barn isn’t just about horses — it’s about learning to do a little bit of everything. Whether it’s painting a fence or using a drill to fix what’s broken, every job builds confidence and real-world skills.

✨ Hands-on problem solving
✨ Independence
✨ Attention to detail
✨ Responsibility
✨ Confidence with tools

These moments might seem small, but they’re shaping strong, capable individuals ready for whatever comes next.

Not just barn work… life work.

03/19/2026

This week in our therapeutic riding lessons, we introduced working with the gate—and it was amazing to see how versatile this simple tool can be for riders of all levels! 🐴✨

For some riders, the gate became a great way to practice more advanced skills like turn on the forehand and leg yield, focusing on control, coordination, and clear communication with their horse.

For others, it offered meaningful opportunities to build foundational skills, including walk/halt transitions, steering, and even picking up and placing rings—all while developing confidence and independence.

The beauty of incorporating the gate is how easily it can be adapted to meet each rider where they’re at, creating both challenge and success in every lesson. So proud of all our riders for their hard work this week! 💚