Emily Plihal
Local Journalism
Initiative Reporter
Smoky River Agricultural Society is hoping you’ll head to its fair grounds in Donnelly Aug. 27 to attend the ever-anticipated RCMP Musical Ride.
The society explains a team of up to 32 riders and horses bring you a truly spectacular performance showcasing equestrian skill through a variety of formations and cavalry drills set to music.
“The musical ride is an event that the RCMP do, they rotate a different province each year where they can be booked to give their performance,” says the Society’s Amanda Hausler. “It’s a great way to show the talent and intelligence of the horses that are used by our police as well as being a fun, happy way to connect with community. Attendees can expect a once in a lifetime performance by a human and animal team, showing a bonded strength.”
Hausler says to not sleep on this opportunity because it is one that doesn’t come along very often.
“This is a rare opportunity, people should see it while they can because they may never get another chance and especially if they haven’t had a chance yet,” she explains. “It’s also great family time and supports the community volunteers who have worked hard to bring it to Donnelly, as well as shows support to our RCMP.”
The preshow starts at 6 pm with the main event starting at 6:30 pm. Houle says they anticipate to open the gates earlier to allow people to purchase tickets and get settled, with a target gate opening of 3 pm.
“Tickets are cash or etransfer at the gate, adults 16 and over are $10, youth five to 15 are $5 and kids four and under are free,” says Hausler. “So far we have the food booth open for supper, we are looking at opening the gates a bit earlier and having a few other things to entertain people before the show.”
Hausler says she and the rest of the society’s committee hope people from throughout the community come out to enjoy the show.