POWELL RIVER THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSOCIATION
We encourage independence

Volunteering can be many things for many people:

For a young person:
  • It can fulfill a curriculum requirement
  • Provide skills and experience for a post-secondary application
  • Help with a career or education decision making process
For someone changing careers:
  • A volunteer experience can help you build new skills that can help in a job hunt.
  • It’s a great way to avoid a ‘gap’ on your resume.
  • Keep some structure and routine in your suddenly-empty daytime schedule.
For the recently ‘retired’ or new to Powell River
  • Great way to meet new people
  • Exercise and fresh air
  • Give purpose to your day
  • Become involved with your community
  • Makes it possible for us to provide equine therapy to approximately 60 children and adults in our community.
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​​How can you help?
  • Side-walking and horse handling - "hands on" assistance helping participants interact with our therapy horses
  • Barn chores/horse grooming - grab a shovel or a brush and join us in the barn!
  • Fundraising events/initiatives - we can always use a hand at our used tack store or our events
  • Committees/Board of Directors - your unique skills and experience are invaluable to our governance. Consider sitting on a committee or joining our Board of Directors.

​Recruitment is on-going so any time you are ready. We are ready for you to join us!

Contact us!
Ph: 604-485-0177
Email: [email protected]

New volunteers are always welcome.

Contact our Office & Volunteer Coordinator at 604-485-0177 or at [email protected] for information on how to participate


VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM DOWNLOAD
​2023_volunteer_handbook.pdf
“The motivating belief is that therapy through horseback riding is one of the more progressive forms of therapy, offering empowerment and inspiring self-confidence, a sense of responsibility and teamwork. Most importantly, riding is a FUN way to receive therapy!”

We are very lucky in our small and remote town of Powell River to have access to this type of therapy and we could not do this without our Volunteers.

We fill from 20 to 30 spots A DAY with our volunteers supporting our riders.

We can run up to approximately 6000 volunteer hours a year for our riding program, special events, facility maintenance, special projects, horse care and more.