Friends of Fall City Arena

03/24/2025

Friends of Fall City Area is pleased to announce that they have selected Raiser Excavation of Snohomish, Wash. to do the renovation of the Fall City Arena. Raiser specializes in equestrian site development, indoor and outdoor arenas, arena footing and arena rehab, among many other equestrian property services.

The rehabilitation of the Fall City Arena is made possible by a generous Community Partnership Grant from King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks. Additional funding comes from generous individuals and businesses like you. Donate at: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QLV993H868VJE

King County Parks - Your Big Backyard Councilmember Sarah Perry

03/11/2025

Some of the trails, across SR-203 from the arena, have been closed due to “environmental and safety concerns.” The area, known as Campbell Global Snoqualmie Tree Farm and Tokul West, has had unfettered bike trail development that was not permitted by King County. Thus the closures. The trails have to be retroactively permitted.

The trails noted on the map will be closed until a review is done and Campbell Global decides whether to go through with the permitting process.

We are staying on top of the situation to see how it might affect equestrian use up on the hills. The Snoqualmie Valley Trail remains open.

03/10/2025

Okay community… your mom does not work here! This pile is just one of several that was left behind in the Fall City Arena and at one of the hitching rails. As the sign says, pick up after yourself. Leaving crap behind does nothing to make the arena experience positive for other users or create a positive impression of the horse community with the general public, who also has a right to use the park. Please treat the arena, parking lot, and surrounding areas as if they were your own. Bring a manure fork and muck bucket with you. Thank you for doing your small part.

03/07/2025

Thank you LWSC for your generous donation to our efforts to revitalize the Fall City Arena. It’s all about the equestrian community sticking together to preserve and expand riding opportunities for us all.

You can help too by donating today: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QLV993H868VJE

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02/28/2025

It was a great meeting this week. Thanks to the equine community for your input. If you couldn’t make it, follow the link to review the presentation. We look forward to having you help with the effort. There’s a lot to be done and we need the horse community to step up.
http://www.nwnhc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Cmmty-Meeting.pdf

02/26/2025

Share your memories of Fall City Arena!
For more than 40 years, wonderful memories of friends, of fun, and of horses have been made at the Fall City Arena. It’s getting a new life thanks to the efforts of Friends of Fall City Arena. Share some photos of your memories! Post them in the comments.

02/25/2025

Check out what’s happening at the Fall City Arena. Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, February 26 at 7p. Message us or email [email protected] to get an invite.

02/19/2025

BREAKNG NEWS!
After more than a year of planning and negotiations Friends of Fall City Arena has signed an agreement with King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks for the restoration and supplemental maintenance of the riding arena at the Fall City Community Park. The agreement releases $14,000 in the form of a Community Partnership Grant to be used to restore the footing.

Local equestrians, clubs and equine-related businesses are invited to learn more at a Friends Advisory Board and Community Meeting on Wednesday, February 26 at 7 p.m. The meeting will take place via Zoom. If you’d like to attend to learn more, provide input, or volunteer to help, send us an email at [email protected] to receive an invite.

02/18/2025

A FRIENDLY REMINDER
The Fall City Arena is a shared space that we all need to respect and care for. Lately, there’s been p**p left in the arena and parking lot. Remember…”your mom doesn’t work here.” Thanks for picking up after yourself so we can all enjoy the arena and trails.

02/15/2025

Good news for all of us who enjoy being outdoors, trail riding, AND the Fall City Arena. Be sure to vote “yes” later this year.

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02/06/2025

Thanks King County Sheriff's Office for your great work and finding them so quickly!

12/20/2024

Fall City Arena has been a place of so many memories over the years. It’s a wonderful community asset that needs some loving care to bring it back to its former glory. Join with Friends of Fall City Arena in revitalizing the surface and maintaining a facility that will bring back clubs, shows, playdays, trainers and equestrians who just want to have fun.

The County has committed $14,000 through a community grant. We just need to come up with the funds to cover insurance and a new arena groomer.

We know the equestrian community will come together to make this public venue something we can all enjoy and create new opportunities for kids and underserved communities who long to discover the joy of the horse.

Join us and donate today! Every little bit helps. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QLV993H868VJE

Friends of Fall City Arena is a 501(c)(3) charity. Your donation and matching gift from your employer may be tax deductible. EIN 93-4554254

11/24/2024

We are about to sign a CPG Grant Agreement with King County for the rehabilitation and supplemental maintenance of the Fall City Equestrian Arena. We have an open position on the Friends of Fall City Arena board of directors for a treasurer to help implement that grant and manage the finances of the organization, including further grant awards, donations, sponsorships, and membership. A background as a CPA, bookkeeper, or financial planner is preferred. An equestrian would be nice, but a love of horses and community is all that’s needed. We are an all-volunteer organization.

If you have a background in finance and want to help revitalize this unique community asset, message us to learn more. If you don’t have a financial background, but still want to help, we are also looking for board members with backgrounds in fundraising, communications, business management, human services, member development, and more. Come join us!