Oak Springs Farm
Welcome to the International Mountain Trail Challenge Association Canada Regional Qualifier Mountain Trail Challenge Series here at Oak Springs Farm!
Competitor must be an IMTCA Member in good standing to collect breed points, series points, and to qualify for the imtca mid west/north east regional mountain trail challenge being held at Creek Side Horse Park in Ohio on August 24-25. To qualify to come to regionals, you only have to participate in 2 approved qualifying challenges with two different judges.
A competitive event for Mountain Trail and Extreme Mountain Trail is known as a challenge. A challenge tests a horse and rider’s ability to navigate both natural and man-made obstacles in a safe manner and with technical skills that demonstrate great horsemanship. There will be up to three levels of difficulty that are designed to challenge but not intimidate riders. Attire and tack required for participating must be neat, clean and in good working order.
The overall purpose of the Trail Challenge is to promote good horsemanship skills and provide an educational venue for equestrians. Trail Challenge tests an equine and rider on their ability to work as a team and navigate obstacles which they might experience on a trail.
The horse and rider will encounter various obstacles during a Trail Challenge. Sometimes they will encounter difficult trail situations which will better prepare the equine and rider in the real world. Through education and experience, riding becomes more pleasurable, while safety and fun are encouraged.
All challenges must be judged by IMTCA certificated judges. A judge must have the ability to evaluate horsemanship skills such a rider’s skill in controlling and maintaining the equine. The judge should be also familiar with the natural movement of the equine.
Please visit www.imtca.org for more information and to read the IMTCA rules and regulations.
The day before each Mountain Trail Challenge here at Oak Springs Farm, we are providing a fantastic
opportunity to gain instruction on Mountain Trail and School in our certified IMTCA Mountain Trail Park!
Check out the Mini Cowgirl Getaways to learn more.
