Trailapalooza on Saturday, May 21, 2011, will raise funds for the T.R.A.I.L. program which provides horseback therapy to children with special needs. Courtesy photo.

UKIAH, Calif. – An annual fundraising event, Trailapalooza, is being planned by South Ukiah and Willits Rotary, Rainbow Ag and J Arena for Saturday, May 21.

The event will take place at the J Arena, 4800 Burke Hill Road, Ukiah.

Trailapalooza it promises to be a fun-filled day beginning with the gymkhana at 2 p.m., followed by a special demonstration from T.R.A.I.L. participants.

Other plans include a silent auction, pony rides, games, snack and beverage concessions.

Later in the day you can enjoy barbecued chicken or ribs for dinner and live bluegrass music from the Redwood Highway Band.

T.R.A.I.L. stands for Teaching Riding as an Access to Independence and Learning. It was created to provide horseback therapy to children unaccustomed to the freedom of riding a horse; children who are physically, developmentally, socially and emotionally challenged.

Tickets are just $20 for adults, $15 for riders, and $7 for children 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the following locations: Rainbow Ag, Ukiah Trophy or Willits Furniture. Checks should be made payable to: South Ukiah Rotary.

If you have any questions or need additional information, contact Beth Schwarz, 707-391-7049, of South Ukiah Rotary or Mike Smith, 707-972-2471, of Willits Rotary. Either one would be more than happy to assist you. You are also welcome to log-on to the Willits Rotary Club Web site to make a donation: http://willitsrotaryclub.org.