Historic Ranch Association

Friends of the Bar U

Founded in 1988, Friends of the Bar U are stewards of the Bar U Ranch: promoting understanding of the history of ranching and demonstrating historical ranching practices. We’re a dedicated group committed to celebrating the values and traditions that shaped Alberta West, and we’re passionate about sharing Canada’s ranching heritage with everyone who visits. In partnership with Parks Canada, we work to honour and preserve the living history at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site, ensuring the buildings and landscape remain true to their roots.



Our Association is comprised of ranching and non-ranching community members who work together with Parks Canada, who own and operate Bar U Ranch National Historic Site. As a registered non-profit organization, Friends works to further public awareness and understanding of the site, and to protect it for the benefit, education and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Our Mission

Preserve, protect, and promote ranching heritage

Our Vision

Ranching history provides enjoyment and education for future generations

About Us...

Board of Directors

Ken Chatel

PRESIDENT

Steve Fisher

1ST VICE PRESIDENT

Bob Elliott

2ND VICE PRESIDENT

Linda MacDonald

TREASURER

Shelagh Weston

SECRETARY

Sheila Smith

RECORDING SECRETARY

Cody Wensink

DIRECTOR

Jean Gallup

DIRECTOR

Terry Grant

DIRECTOR

Laurie Rowe

DIRECTOR

Glenn Olund

DIRECTOR

Want to get involved?

We work to keep the spirit of the Bar U alive. As a registered non-profit organization, the Friends work to further public awareness and understanding of the site, and to protect it for the benefit, education and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Want to get involved?

We work to keep the spirit of the Bar U alive. As a registered non-profit organization, the Friends work to further public awareness and understanding of the site, and to protect it for the benefit, education and enjoyment of present and future generations.

DONATIONS

Support our not-for-profit

The Friends of the Bar U are stewards of the Bar U Ranch: promoting understanding of the history of ranching and demonstrating historical ranching practices. We thankfully accept denominations of any amount to further our mission and protect the legacy of the Bar U Ranch and what it represents.

Ways to give:

Calgary Foundation

Donations are accepted to the Friends of the Bar U Legacy Fund through the Calgary Foundation (QR code below)

Cash, Cheque, or E-transfer

E-transfer to:
accounting@friendsofthebaru.com

Cheques made payable to:
Friends of the Bar U Historic Ranch Association

P.O. Box 82

Longview, Alberta
T0L 1H0