Spirit Therapeutic Riding Center

01/15/2026

Hat’s off to this handsome cowboy 🤠🐴

It’s National Hat Day, and we’re tipping our brims to all the hats that bring style, function, and a little extra fun...especially when worn by a horse.

01/13/2026

Hey y’all, I’m Evelyn Pederson, Founder and Executive Director of Spirit Therapeutic Riding Center. I was going through a challenging time in my life when I started volunteering at a therapeutic riding center in Woodinville, WA. There, I found my arena voice and was empowered by the participants. Their program director asked if I wanted to job shadow the instructor, and the rest is history. I opened Spirit TRC 20 years ago, and I’m so excited to celebrate with y’all throughout the year.

If I were a horse, I’d be a bay gelding named Whisky, working as a cutting horse and cow horse.

With love,
Evelyn 💛

12/31/2025

Cheers to a new year and a grateful heart ✨
Because of your support, children, adults, seniors, and veterans continue to find confidence, calm, and hope through meaningful moments with our horses. Every step forward in our arena happens because you believe in this work.

Your gift today helps set the stage for a strong and inspiring 2026 season.

Donate here: https://spirittrc.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2023DonationsSponsorship/tabid/1357418/Default.aspx

12/29/2025

Our minis loved spreading holiday cheer, joy, and lots of love during their Christmas visit to Ellensburg Senior Living 🎄💛

We hope your Christmas was just as warm and joyful!

12/25/2025

We wish you a joyful and Merry Christmas!

Thanks to your generosity, children, adults, seniors, and veterans continue to build confidence, find peace, and experience hope through the powerful connection with our horses. Your support makes every achievement, quiet moment, and joyful smile in our arena possible.

A gift today helps us prepare for a bright and meaningful 2026 season.

Donate here: Cheers to a new year and a grateful heart ✨
Because of your support, children, adults, seniors, and veterans continue to find confidence, calm, and hope through meaningful moments with our horses. Every step forward in our arena happens because you believe in this work.

Your gift today helps set the stage for a strong and inspiring 2026 season.

Donate here: https://spirittrc.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2023DonationsSponsorship/tabid/1357418/Default.aspx

12/18/2025

The weather outside is a little frightful ❄️ but winter snow is making an appearance and getting us all ready for the holidays! Cozy vibes and frosty noses all around 🤍❄️

12/15/2025

As we close out the year, our hearts are full 💛

Because of your generosity, children, adults, seniors, and veterans are finding confidence, calm, and hope through the healing power of our horses. Thank you for believing in our mission and for being part of every smile, milestone, and breakthrough in our arena.

Your support today will help make our 2026 season shine.
Donate here: https://spirittrc.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2023DonationsSponsorship/tabid/1357418/Default.aspx

12/08/2025

✨ Weekend Round-Up! ✨

The minis had so much fun meeting everyone — thank you all for coming out and sharing the joy with us! We also had a blast being part of the Kittitas Light Parade. Your support and smiles mean everything. 💖🐴🎄

Thank you, everyone!

12/06/2025

12/06/2025

12/04/2025

A little behind-the-scenes magic as we gear up for Saturday’s mini photo day — see ya at Spirit!! 🎁🐴✨

12/01/2025

Hi friends, it’s Patty and Sparky trotting in again!

We hope everyone had the best Thanksgiving ever! Now that it’s officially December, we’re in full Christmas spirit mode!

Just a little reminder that our Holiday Photo Shoot is THIS Saturday at Spirit TRC from 12:00–3:00 PM! We’ll be all brushed, braided, and dressed in our festive best, ready to help make your Christmas cards sparkle.

We can’t wait to see you there!
Love, Patty & Sparky 🎄✨🐴