On Saturday May 21st, 2022, a derecho passed through Ottawa and the surrounding areas. For those unfamiliar with what a derecho is, it is a group of thunderstorms intertwined with fast moving winds which in return can cause natural disasters. The passing of the derecho has greatly impacted a few local Ottawa equestrian facilities, facing devastating damages to their properties including: collapsed indoor arena’s, hay shelters and outdoor shelters.

The Derecho damage is going to cost these facilities thousands of dollars in repairs. To help get their barns back up and running, they are looking for donations to relieve some of the out-of-pocket funds that they cannot afford.

Here is the list of some of the barns:
Help Rebuild Arens Equestrian
Help Rebuild Meadowvale Farm
Help Rebuild Willy's Ranch
Help Rebuild Happy Trails Stables

Ottawa is a large area, if we missed a GoFundMe page please send an email with the information to nat@applesaddlery.com and we will be more than happy to add it to the list.

Wishing all the best to those affected by this tragedy and any kind of support is valued.