36th Annual Rumsey Ride for S.T.A.R.S. - Alberta's Longest Running STARS Fundraiser
Did You Know? The Rumsey Ride is STARS' longest consecutively held fundraiser, having surpassed $1 million in total donations last year!
The 2025 Event Lineup
This year's 36th annual fundraiser features exciting new additions while maintaining beloved traditions:
- New Trail Route: 20km ride from Rumsey to Two Valley View Viewpoint and back (August 10)
- STARS Show & Shine: Classic car/truck exhibition (August 10, noon-3pm)
- Virtual Participation: Walk or ride your own trail (May 1-August 15)
- Online Auction: August 1-7 with exciting prizes
✈️ From the Organizers:
"We had the big accomplishment last year reaching $1 million... and our group said let's keep'er going. STARS is so important to everybody."
- Rob Richmond, Organizer
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"We want to leave a legacy. One of the things STARS does is as you continue with your event, to keep the logos on the chopper you have to raise at least $15,000."
- Rob Richmond, via Drumheller Newspaper
Event Highlights
🚁 Main Trail Ride
August 10, 2025
20km scenic route starting/ending in Rumsey
Pancake breakfast, BBQ beef supper
🚶 Angie & Rob's Walk 6 for 36
Virtual: May 1-Aug 15
Choose your own 5km walking route
Pledge sheets available
🏆 Online Auction
August 1-7, 2025
Exciting prizes up for bid
All proceeds to STARS
🚨 Community Impact:
"The Rumsey Ride is more than a tradition - it's a community legacy supporting critical air ambulance services that have saved countless lives across Alberta."
- Rumsey Ag Society
How to Participate
There are multiple ways to support this important cause:
🏇 Join the Trail Ride
Register for the August 10th event and collect pledges
🚗 Enter Show & Shine
$20 entry fee for classic car/truck exhibition
🎁 Donate Auction Items
Contribute prizes for the online auction
💵 Direct Donation
Financial contributions always welcome
Ready to Ride for STARS?
Visit our Facebook page for details!
Share Your STARS Story
"We want to hear from past participants and supporters! Have you:
- Participated in previous Rumsey Rides?
- Been helped by STARS air ambulance services?
- Have a favorite memory from this event?
Community Voices
Local Rider
"The Two Valley View trail is breathtaking - what a perfect way to celebrate our 36th year while supporting such an important cause. The whole community comes together for this event."
Rural Resident
"STARS air ambulance saved my father's life after his farm accident. Events like the Rumsey Ride ensure this vital service continues to be there for rural Albertans when seconds count."
Comments may be edited for length/clarity.
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