MHC Equestrian Centre Facilities

Manitoba Horse Council owns and operates its Equestrian Facility in beautiful Bird's Hill Provincial Park, Manitoba.

The MHC Equestrian Facility is built on approximately 40 acres of land leased from the Provincial government. It has undergone numerous upgrades over past years to ensure this 1967 and 1999 Pan American Games site remains current - not only for equestrian enthusiasts but for all who visit.

Interested in booking the Facility for an event, competition, clinic, or camp?

Facility Rentals

Download our Facility Brochure

Contact the Manitoba Horse Council office at (204) 925-5719 or email [email protected]

 

Competition Rings

6 sand rings

• 2 unfenced 35m x 74m rings
• 2 fenced rings of varying sizes
• 1 fenced cutting ring with cattle pen
• 1 partially fenced longing ring

2 grass rings

• 1 fenced Grand Prix Jumping ring 100m x 160m - features 2 bank obstacles and 1 ditch obstacle
• 1 fenced warm up ring small

Indoor Stabling

2 barns

• 97 stalls, 10 ' by 10 ' stall dimensions

Outdoor Stabling

• 20 stalls, 10 ' by 10 ' stall dimensions
• several outdoor camping corrals and campsites

Overflow Stabling

• Limited overflow stabling may be available

Other

• Canteen
• Judges Booths
• Underground irrigation system and wells
• On-site service
• Provision of MHC equipment, ring maintenance, etc available during events
• WiFi available

Amenities

• Heated washrooms
• Showers
• Picnic Tables
• Spectator seating

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Equestrian Uses

1. Hosting competitions, clinics, and camps from May until October (weather permitting)
2. Accommodates most equestrian disciplines including a cattle pen for team penning.
3. Cross country course maintain by Manitoba Horse Trials
4. Bridge obstacle course maintain by Manitoba Driving Society
5. Access to trails for endurance, competitive trail and recreation use.
6. Springfield Polo Tournaments
7. Mid-week group riding (does not include jumping). Wednesdays starting at 4:30pm) for $10/horse. Each rider must provide a current MHC membership and signed waiver. A completed form and payment is required 48 hours in advance.

Download the Form

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Other Uses

• dog shows
• beach volleyball tournaments
• company picnics

 

MHC  welcomes the use of its Equestrian Facility for other purposes. Such activities that could be booked and accommodated include dog shows, beach volleyball, etc.

Other activities available in Birds Hill Park include camping, biking, hiking, running, swimming, rollerblading, picnicking and more, as well as various winter activities. The Birds Hill Park Ranch and restaurant are located immediately beside the MHC Equestrian Facility. The Birds Hill Park Ranch also features trail rides and a petting zoo.

Birds Hill Park is in close proximity to the town of Oakbank.

You are responsible for making sure your booking gets to us - we are not responsible for lost email or physical mail should your booking not be received.  First come first served for facility dates and Coggins testing status of the event.

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Spectators

Spectators are welcome and encouraged at all equestrian events.

View the Events

 

Resources

Facility Amenities

Rules of Use

Birds Hill Park Map

Equestrian Facility Map

Barn A Stabling Layout

Barn B Stabling Layout

EC Guidelines for Equine Competition and Training During Extreme Environment Conditions

 

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EIA and Biosecurity
Learn More about EIA & Biosecurity

Manitoba Horse Council Facility status is Recommended Coggins. The first renter to book the facility and pay their deposit decides the status of the facility in relation to Coggins testing for the dates booked. Example: In the situation where two shows are booked on the same day, the first show to pay their deposit and complete the booking with the office sets the standard for both shows. This status will continue to be revisited at minimum on an annual basis and should any health issues arise within the Manitoba Horse Community.

 

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Ride Night Rental Form

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Booking bonuses

Weekends are prime-time at the Facility, but there are many open slots during the week. Take advantage of our booking bonus: during the July and August, bookings between Monday to Thursday (not including Holiday Mondays) will receive a 25% discount on the base rate and ring rentals.

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WIFI

WIFI is available at the Facility for a fee. Show offices can connect to online show programs and payment systems, report scores and scheduled running times, etc.