16201 Gordon-Cummings Rd
Canyon, TX 79015
USA
Dove Creek Equine Rescue’s Sunset Dinner –
Saturday, October 5th
Canyon, TX: Step back in time to 1887! Join us for Dove Creek Equine Rescue’s annual
Sunset Dinner as we celebrate the founding of Amarillo, TX and its rich history. This year’s
theme, “1887,” commemorates the year Amarillo was founded—a time when Ragtown, a small
settlement along the Fort Worth and Denver City Railroad, began to grow. Amarillo soon
became a key hub for cattle ranchers, railroads, and settlers, with horses playing a vital role in
shaping the region’s future.
This year, we are also celebrating the profound connection between horses, cowboys, and
Comanche culture, recognizing how the horse was a central figure in both worlds. For the
cowboy, the horse was an essential partner in ranching and cattle drives, navigating the rough
terrain of the Texas Panhandle. Cowboys relied on their horses for survival, transportation, and
the livelihood that built the early economy of Amarillo.
For the Comanche, the horse was transformative. Known as the “Lords of the Plains,” the
Comanche became one of the most powerful tribes on horseback, mastering the art of mounted
warfare and hunting. The horse gave them unmatched mobility, allowing them to control vast
territories and defend their way of life. This shared bond over the horse created an undeniable
connection between the cultures that shaped this region’s early history.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 5th, from 5:30-10:00 PM, and get ready for a night
to remember! The evening will feature:
- Live musicfrom the incredible Kory Brunson Band
- Dancing under the stars
- An excitingwhiskey pull
- Bothliveand silent auctions, including 8 trips of a lifetime generously underwritten by
Amfund
- Meet the Herd!
- Step back in time to 1887 and Amarillo’s “Ragtown” beginnings!
Even if you can’t attend in person, you can still participate in the silent auction online! Don’t
miss your chance to bid on incredible items from wherever you are. Your contribution helps
support our mission, no matter where you’re located.
All proceeds from the evening will go toward supporting our mission to restore the dignity,
purpose, and wholeness of unwanted horses who need a second chance in life, and
humans who need healing and direction, by providing compassionate care, connection,
and education.
We believe that all beings—horses and humans alike—deserve a safe place to heal. Dove
Creek is that place. Your participation helps ensure that we can continue to provide that
healing for countless horses and their human companions.
Sponsorship options are available as well as $125 individual tickets and can be purchased
online at https://secure.qgiv.com/control/vt/1037133/registration.
Deadline for sponsorships and tickets is September 27th.
Executive Director Laurie Higgins-Kerley emphasizes the importance of the event:
“This event is more than just a fundraiser. It’s an opportunity for our community to come
together, honor the history of our region, and celebrate the horses who have been such an
integral part of our story. Every dollar raised helps us continue the life-saving work we do here at
Dove Creek Equine Rescue.”
Don’t miss this incredible evening filled with music, dancing, and good company, all supporting a
cause that makes a difference!
For more information, please contact our Development Director, Tyler Pamplin, at (806)
683-2323 or via email at tyler@dcertx.edu.
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Tyler Pamplin
Development Director.
Dove Creek Equine Rescue
806-683-2323