Restore the Horse

06/04/2026

There is still time to sign up for some great activities at the Equestrian Center!!

On Friday, June 12th @ 9:30 am & 1:00pm we will be hosting desensitization clinics for riders and horses to help them gain confidence and trust when encountering things that may scare them. Learn for our officers how we train our horses to become Mounted Unit Officer! Free to the public to watch.
https://www.mackinachorses.org/events

Saturday June 13th from 9am - 3pm
Mackinac Island Youth Search & Rescue Day | mha1 Copy

Come spend a day learning how mounted & canine units work in the Search & Rescue situations. Take part in real life drills and work hand in hand with Officers, Horses & Dogs!
Registration is required for this clinic and is open to all children ages 10-18

Events held by Mackinac Horsemen's Association on Mackinac Island, MI

06/02/2026

Many thanks to the Mackinac Island Town Crier for highlighting our upcoming search and rescue weekend on Mackinac Island! 
So grateful for our Command Sponsors - Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Young Automotive Group! Still time to sign up and join us for some fabulous activities!

The Mackinac Island Horseman’s Association will host the Island’s first Youth Search and Rescue Day event, presented by the Restore the Horse Foundation, with a mounted police de-spooking clinic Friday, June 12, and a search and rescue simulation on Saturday, June 13, 2026. With activities inc....

05/25/2026

Horning all those that made the ultimate sacrifice 💙💙

05/24/2026

Be sure to sign up for a great event!

05/13/2026

Registration is open for the weekend!!!
Great events planned
Friday: De-sensitizing Clinics
Saturday - Search & Rescue
Sunday - Lilac Parade!

Check it out here:
https://www.mackinachorses.org/events-1/mackinac-island-youth-search-rescue-day

05/07/2026

Mackinac Island, here we come!
Calling all young adventurers! Spend a day in the life of a Mounted Patrol Officer & K-9 Search & Rescue team
Join us at Lilac Festival for an unforgettable experience!
Limited spots: 30 only. Register now and don't miss out!

Come be a part of the Mounted Police and Canine Search Teams as we train for Search & Rescue Operations on beautiful Mackinac Island!

05/04/2026

May the Horse be with you. 🐴💙🐴

05/03/2026

Who wants to be a Mounted Patrol Officer or K-9 Search & Rescue hero for the day?
Join us at the Mackinac Community Equestrian Center during the Island's Lilac Festival for an unforgettable adventure!
• Spend a "day in the life" with our experts
• Limited spots: only 30 available

Register now and get ready for a thrilling experience!
https://www.mackinachorses.org/events-1/mackinac-island-youth-search-rescue-day

Can't make the event but would still want to support our amazing officer? Be a hero and be a Sponsor! Donations are always appreciated and can help make this a great event!
Saddle & Shield Sponsor - up to $100
Paws and Patrol Sponsor $101-250
Reins & Respect Sponsors - $250- 500
To help support this wonderful event - please visit:
https://motorcityhorseforce.wordpress.com/76-2/

Come be a part of the Mounted Police and Canine Search Teams as we train for Search & Rescue Operations on beautiful Mackinac Island!

04/30/2026

Great opportunity for our youth!!

08/12/2025

Please consider supporting this amazing organization! They have always been great stewards for our Mounted Unit Retiree’s! 🐴💙🐴

🎉Save the Date! 🎉

Horses' Haven's annual Open House is just over a month away on September 13! Please join us for an afternoon of family fun including farm games 🚜, raffle baskets 🎁, open tours 🐴, and more 😁! We can't wait to see you there!