Powell River Therapeutic Riding Association

03/16/2026

I think its fair to say, the horses are dreaming of a sunnier day today! 🌞

03/14/2026

👋 Come see us at Seedy Saturday! 👋

10-3pm at Dwight Hall 🌱

We will be raffling off a truck load of manure and we have lots of swag by donation!

Ask us about volunteering and spending time with our Horses!

03/10/2026

🐎 Instructor Mentoring Clinic Weekend

This past weekend we hosted a 3-day mentoring clinic to help prepare our instructors in training for their upcoming instructor certification exams.

We were honoured to welcome Tegwyn Harper, CanTRA examiner, competition coach, and rider biomechanics specialist, who spent three full days mentoring our team. Participants worked through exam preparation, teaching techniques, rider biomechanics, and practical coaching skills both in and out of the arena.

It was an incredibly valuable opportunity for our instructors in training to gain insight, ask questions, and refine their skills as they prepare for certification. The dedication and enthusiasm from everyone involved made for a fantastic weekend of learning and growth.

A huge thank you to Tegwyn for sharing her expertise and supporting the development of therapeutic riding instructors, and to our wonderful instructors, volunteers, and horses who made the weekend possible.

02/18/2026

🌾We’re still filling the barn with hay 🌾

Thank you to everyone who has donated so far, your support means the world to our horses. 💛

We’re still working toward our goal to keep the hay loft stocked, and every donation, even $5 helps feed our herd.
🐴 Donations of $150+ are entered to win a special picnic with our horses.

02/16/2026

02/04/2026

🌾 Help Us Fill the Barn With Hay! 🌾

Our horses rely on good quality hay every single day, and right now we’re working hard to make sure the barn is stocked for the months ahead.

We’re inviting our community to help, every donation counts, whether it’s $5, $20, or more. Small gifts add up in a big way when it comes to feeding our herd.💛

✨ Special Thank You Draw!
Anyone who donates $150 or more will be entered into a draw to win a picnic with our horses, a relaxed lunch in a safe paddock space where you can sit back, enjoy your meal, and spend time watching our wonderful herd. A truly special experience!

💻 Donate here: https://qr.codes/VyR94n or send an e transfer to prtra@shawbiz.ca (Tax receipts for donations $20 and greater.)

Thank you for supporting the horses who give so much to our community.
Together, we can make sure the hay loft stays full! 🌾💚

01/27/2026

01/26/2026

We’re honoured to be nominated for a Powell River Chamber of Commerce Business Award, and we want to take a moment to thank everyone who supports and believes in what we do.

This nomination isn’t just about our organization, it’s about our community. The families, participants, volunteers, supporters, and partners who show up, cheer us on, and make this work meaningful every single day.

We truly couldn’t do this without you. Thank you for being part of our journey and for helping us do what we love.

01/03/2026

💛 PRTRA 2025 Season Recap 💛

What a year! In 2025 we took a big step forward by letting our horses live together in a herd for the first time and watching their friendships grow has been one of the highlights of our season. 🐴

We also welcomed new horses to the barn, launched an exciting vaulting program, hosted summer camps, and most importantly… cheered on our amazing riders as they achieved incredible milestones and personal wins.

Thank you to our riders, families, volunteers, and supporters for making this community so special. We are so proud of how far we’ve all come together. ✨

Bring on 2026!

12/28/2025

🌟 Limited spots available for 2026! 🌟

Our Inclusive Equestrian Vaulting Program is back in January 2026, and we can’t wait to get moving, stretching, and soaring with our amazing vaulters again!

This adaptive program focuses on:
✨ balance & core strength
✨ confidence & teamwork
✨ connection with our incredible horses
✨ having fun in a safe, supportive space

Spots are very limited, so if you’re interested in joining us, now is the perfect time to reach out!

📩 Email Claire at prtra.claire@gmail.com for an application form

Whether on the horse, on the barrel, or somewhere in between — every rider belongs here. 💜🐴

12/18/2025

🎉 We have a winner! 🎉
Congratulations to Jamie, our 50/50 raffle winner! Thank you so much for supporting PRTRA - we hope you enjoy your winnings!

A huge thank you to our amazing community for purchasing tickets, sharing our raffle, and continuing to support our riders, horses, and programs. We are so grateful to have such a supportive community behind us. 💙🐴