Absolut Sunrise
National Finalist
America's Favorite Trail Horse
This past April, 1000 horse & rider teams traveled to 24 audition locations
held throughout 18 states to showcase their abilities and talents, to try out for a spot in America's Favorite Trail Horse.
100 horse & rider teams were selected to attend the National Finals at the Franklin Family Ranch near Austin, TX.
The National Finals included multiple days of judging and coaching, a six mile judged Competitive trail Challenge,
plus clinics from ACTHA Founders and celebrity clinicians.
The 100 finalists represented 36 states and 25 different breeds.
They competed for their share of $100,000 and the title of America'sFavorite Trail Horse!
America’s Favorite Trail Horse was broadcast on HRTV.
The show began airing it’s 13 weekly one hour shows on September 13, 2011.
Viewers voted for 48 hours after each episode at www.actha.tv .
It was America's vote that determined who was named America's Favorite Trail Horse!
*** Absolut Sunrise has won Episode #5 ***
Thank you all for your support and your votes!!!!
We are thrilled to have earned and share the title of America's Favorite Trail Horse
with the top 10 Favorite Trail horses in America.
"Abo"
6 Yr Old Missouri Foxtrotter Stallion
Owned by Bud & Tori Blankenship
Blankenship Stables, Sarasota, FL
www.budblankenshipfoxtrotters.com
tori@foxtrotusa.com
~Please visit "Abo" on FaceBook and "Like" him~
Owned by Bud & Tori Blankenship
Blankenship Stables, Sarasota, FL
www.budblankenshipfoxtrotters.com
tori@foxtrotusa.com
~Please visit "Abo" on FaceBook and "Like" him~
ACTHA's Competitve Trail Challenges
They are approachable and enjoyable for all riders. Riders at every level and any discipline, with any type of horse, mule or pony.
All you need is your 4 legged trail buddy!
With each ride, you grow together - the bond strengthens - the trust becomes stronger. Everyone at ACTHA events seem to be there for the fun of it, first and foremost. The competitive challenges give us new ways to communicate with our horses in safe environments. They also teach us ways we can improve our communication that will strengthen the respect and trust bewteen horse and rider.
At last, an environment that provides us all a positive outlet to get out and ride just as we are.
Wonderful rides through beautiful trails, meeting new people who share the great love of the horse with you. Realistic trail challenges to give it just enough of a competitive edge but not take away from the supportive, friendly, safe and fun sport that ACTHA has created for us all to enjoy.
Thank you Tom, Carrie & Karen for your great vision and to all of the ACTHA folks for their amazing dedication and support,
Tori Blankenship & Absolut Sunrise
All you need is your 4 legged trail buddy!
With each ride, you grow together - the bond strengthens - the trust becomes stronger. Everyone at ACTHA events seem to be there for the fun of it, first and foremost. The competitive challenges give us new ways to communicate with our horses in safe environments. They also teach us ways we can improve our communication that will strengthen the respect and trust bewteen horse and rider.
At last, an environment that provides us all a positive outlet to get out and ride just as we are.
Wonderful rides through beautiful trails, meeting new people who share the great love of the horse with you. Realistic trail challenges to give it just enough of a competitive edge but not take away from the supportive, friendly, safe and fun sport that ACTHA has created for us all to enjoy.
Thank you Tom, Carrie & Karen for your great vision and to all of the ACTHA folks for their amazing dedication and support,
Tori Blankenship & Absolut Sunrise
