A 15-year-old girl from Little Falls, MN, was seriously injured in a horse-riding accident near Bowlus, MN, according to the Morrison County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred at around 3:28 PM on September 21, 2025, when, during a riding maneuver, the young horseback rider was thrown from her horse.
The events took place roughly one mile north of Bowlus, in Two Rivers Township, where the unnamed juvenile was practicing. According to reports from the Morrison County Sheriff's Office, the horse bucked, sending the teen airborne and then onto the ground with considerable force. She was then flown by North Memorial Air Care to Hennepin County Medical Center. The nature and extent of the juvenile's injuries have not been made public.
Lending support during this emergency, the Bowlus First Response Team and the Mayo Clinic Ambulance were on site assisting the Morrison County Sheriff's Office.
While equestrian activities offer a blend of sport and tradition, accidents such as this highlight the inherent dangers they can pose. Each year, riders across the country face injuries that remind us of the unpredictable nature of these majestic animals. As the community waits for updates on her condition, the incident serves as a somber reminder to the local equestrian community of the risks involved in the sport.
