PROMOTE WESTERN TRADITIONS, CULTURE & HERITAGE
Welcome to Dunmore Equestrian
“creating a safe, inclusive environment to celebrate and share our exciting
southeastern Alberta culture and heritage, continuing to build on our future”
About Dunmore Equestrian Society
In 2010, Cypress County resident Blair Reid recognized the need for a public agricultural and equestrian facility in the region. In 2014, a small group of community volunteers incorporated the Dunmore Equestrian Society to bring that vision to life. Over the past 11 years, this volunteer-run nonprofit has developed and now operates the Dunmore Community Ranch Arenas.
Valued at more than $4 million, the facility has been built entirely through corporate and individual donations, grants, municipal, provincial, and federal support, facility rentals, user fees, and tens of thousands of volunteer hours. With no permanent paid staff, the Society represents one of Cypress County’s most significant volunteer-driven public infrastructure successes.
Minutes from Medicine Hat, the Dunmore Community Ranch Arena is a year-round destination supporting agricultural and equestrian recreation, competition, education, youth programming, community health, culture, tourism, and economic development. It is the only public indoor agricultural arena within a 100-kilometre radius—built by community, to serve community.
A world class Agricultural/Equestrian facility that promotes a healthy active lifestyle and a strong community spirit year round; we invite the world to share our Western heritage and Indigenous culture
To celebrate and share the benefits of our Agricultural/Equestrian country park through festivals, equine sport, recreation, education, healing events and programs
Dunmore Equestrian is a year-round, multi-purpose facility offering a variety of agricultural, community and social events and programs in Southern Alberta.
Dunmore Equestrian is a society formed by a group of rural residents who recognized the need and potential for a pubic agriculture / equestrian facility in Cypress County.
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Our mission is to maintain a public non-profit, multi-functional agriculture/equestrian facility that improves the quality of life of people living in the rural and urban communities in southeastern Alberta.
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Provide a safe inclusive environment to celebrate and share our culture and heritage promoting a healthy community and active lifestyle and volunteer opportunities for all ages.
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Represent community needs by developing and providing quality recreational, competitive, entertaining, social, therapeutic, educational, agricultural and cultural celebrations and activities.
Our main focus is family events, festivals and programming for: youth, 4-H clubs, indigenous, elderly and facility rentals to various user groups. We provide (29) 24'x24' "Horse Hotel" paddock rentals for travelers, individuals and other user groups.
Our Main Sponsors in 2012: Cavan Ranching Ltd., Medicine Hat Accommodation Associations and Cypress County as well as the hundreds of community members, businesses, corporations and volunteers who are the reason we have this amazing public facility.
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The Dunmore Equestrian Society respectfully acknowledges that our facility is located on Treaty 4 territory and near the boundary of Treaty 7. We also recognize that we are situated within the Battle River Territory of the Métis Nation within Alberta, in Medicine Hat Métis District 2. We honour the enduring relationships Indigenous peoples have with this land and are committed to respecting, sharing, and celebrating Indigenous cultures, histories, and traditions.
What We Offer
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Clinics & Workshops
Hands-on learning for riders, volunteers, and the community. -
Competitions, Rodeos & Cultural Events
Western, English, agricultural, and cultural events year-round. -
Country Pet Visits
Animal-assisted visits to senior homes and care facilities. -
Egg & Butterfly Hatching Programs
Educational, intergenerational programs for seniors and community groups. -
Equine-Facilitated Wellness Programs
Current and developing programs supporting connection and well-being. -
Outdoor Arena Rentals
Seasonal rentals for events, training, and clinics. -
Indoor Arena Rentals
Year-round space for riding, events, and programming. -
Annual Riding Passes
Affordable access for individuals and families. -
Horse Hotel
Short-term paddocks for travelers and event participants.
Built by community, for community — we welcome everyone to connect through horses, culture, learning, and shared experiences.
Who We're Here For
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Conveniently located along the Trans-Canada Highway in southeastern Alberta, just minutes from Medicine Hat, the Dunmore Equestrian Centre offers easy access for rural and urban visitors alike. The facility is recognized as a community hub for equestrian and agricultural competitions, recreation, and Western and Indigenous cultural programs and festivals.
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We provide affordable, flexible spaces for equestrian, recreational, and community events, programs, and gatherings. In collaboration with community partners, the Dunmore Equestrian Society facilitates and delivers educational, recreational, and instructional programs and workshops that respond to community needs.
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Guided by strong leadership and effective governance, the Dunmore Equestrian Society operates with a commitment to sustainability, accountability, and long-term community benefit.