American Competitive Trail Horse Association: In Memorium of R. Petermann

This is just a small tribute to a big man, “R” Petermann, who loved his horse and everyone else’s as well, who loved nature and all its creatures. This is what made judging competitive trail riding a perfect venue for him. He was the judge you looked forward to meeting on the trail. Always quick with a smile and an encouraging word. He loved being a part of the adventure, and its horses and people. Thanks judge “R” for letting us be a part of yours.

“R” started judging for ACTHA at its very first Arizona Ride in Flagstaff Arizona until his last adventure judging at the Wilder’s Little Thumb Butte, back to back CTCs and AOC in Chino Valley, Arizona, on Memorial Day weekend 2013. Just about 40 rides in all.

“R” lost his battle with cancer at his home September 4, 2013.

Good bye For Now to a great judge and a wonderful friend to horses and people alike.

ACTHA Events

Competitive Trail Challenge - 6 miles, 6 obstacles, 6 judges…and unlimited fun!
A Competitive Trail Challenge© is an ACTHA competitive trail ride, taking place on private ranches or public parks across the country. The ride itself is anywhere from 6-8 miles long, averaging 6-8 judged obstacles along the way. Obstacles are mostly natural, and each has its own judge, alleviating partiality. Obstacles can consist of crossing water, crossing bridges, opening gates, and maneuvering steep hills to opening mailboxes or putting on a slicker.Rides take about 2 to 2 1⁄2 hours. Usually on a weekend, rides start with a briefing before trail riders head out, followed by lunch and awards. Riders can make a weekend out of it if the facility allows. The CTCs offer 5 divisions - open, pleasure, scout, junior, and buddy.

ACTHA Obstacle Challenge - Off the trail, and all about the obstacles!
Held in an arena (indoor, covered, outdoor) or in a field, an ACTHA obstacle challenge is a day of fun providing a competition with 8 obstacles for open, pleasure, scout, and junior riders to maneuver. The day will start with a riders' briefing and end with the awards ceremony and community. Usually held in the extreme weather months, this format is available to compliment the CTC and to help prepare riders for the trail.

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