TheEvent of the Year
The Von Holten Ranch, a family owned century farm and Gateway to the Ozark Mountains will play host to the largest trail horse celebration in US history. The Great American Trail Horse Festival will take place November 5-8, 2015 in Mora, Missouri. Hosted by the American Competitive Trail Horse Association (ACTHA) this unprecedented equine event of the year is open to all trail riders, organizations, breeds and disciplines as we join together to pay homage to the diversity of the great American trail horse.
TheVenue
The Great American Trail Horse Festival is packed full of everything for the trail rider, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned rider. While most come to test their riding skills in the various divisions, this four day event is open to the public and non riders for a gate fee of $10 daily (gate fee does not apply to registered riders) and boasts world renowned clinicians, vendors, shopping,
a certified judges clinic for those interested in becoming a certified ACTHA judge, live entertainment with rising country music star Josey Milner, a barn dance, cash bingo, karaoke, a kid care corral and of course, miles of beautiful trails and camping with friends and family at the scenic Von Holten Ranch.
Compete or Ride for Fun
Pleasure riders not interested in competing may join us in our celebration of the trail horse by riding in the Scout or Buddy Division. As a Scout, riders will perform obstacles however will not compete for points or prizes. In the Buddy Division riders are welcome to ride along and enjoy the camaraderie and fun without performing obstacles. Both divisions offer a non-member entry. While non-competitive riders are not eligible for points or prizes, there are still many opportunities to win door prizes or gifts from our many sponsors, as well as gate fees being waived for any days participants registered to ride.
For those entering the competitive rides, a total of six rides are scheduled from Friday to Sunday with both a Competitive Trail Challenge (CTC) and an Arena Obstacle Challenge (AOC) occurring each day with a different themed ride for each event.
for each competition.