RIDE HOST
ACCOLADES
ACTHA Monthly | April 2015 | 2
By Kim Cowen
In December of 2010 Jasmine and I joined ACTHA and participated in events for two years before a health crisis sidelined us. Jasmine was diagnosed with sarcoids, the most common form of cancer in horses. After two seasons off from enjoying ACTHA rides I decided to see where Jasmine was as far as mileage and terrain she was able to handle. I knew our comeback ride would have to be at Little Trail Horse Camp in Martinsville, IN. The trails there are in great shape with a variety of terrain including flat, hills, woods and creaks. Last year we participated in two rides there and Jasmine did great. The Wallace family works very hard to improve and maintain their horse campground. They do an impressive job with their ACTHA rides, not only with the beautiful trails, but with the safe and challenging obstacles to both the horse and rider.
Everyone that comes to Little Trails leaves feeling like family. If you have a chance to ride there I recommend you sign up, and I guarantee, like me you will come back not only for the trails but for the hospitality.
Obviously, I love ACTHA and the opportunity it provides to meet and make new friends of all ages that share a passion for horses and riding. I have invited many people to check out ACTHA and have 6-8 friends that have joined. We are all happy to have found an avenue to ride, to be challenged and recognized for our efforts. Some riders compete for the buckles and points, others just for the day, and yet others like Jasmine and I compete against ourselves. When I hear the obstacles at the rider meeting I know which one will be the most challenging for us. If we do well at that obstacle I consider it a WIN for Team Cowan.
I am so excited about this upcoming season, riding at Little Trails, riding throughout Indiana and venturing to other states. If you recognize Jasmine and I please say hello, we would love to chat and make new friends. I pray for safe riding for all horse lovers and riding enthusiasts no matter what discipline.