The cornerstone for the Rangerbred Horse was laid in 1878 when General U.S. Grand, during a world tour, visited Sultan Abdul Hamid of Turkey. As a token of deep friendship, the old Sultan presented the General with two desert stallions on the day of his departure. One was an Arabian named Leopard, the other a Barb named Linden Tree. These stallions reached Virginia early in … [Read more...] about Early Rangerbred History
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Not Just a Trail Horse Anymore…
Whether you are a mounted shooter, team roper, barrel racer or a pleasure rider, your horse will benefit from time away from the stress and routine of an arena. Keeping a horse mentally fresh is a key part of success inside the arena, and the American Competitive Trail Horse Association (ACTHA) is a great way to do just that. Co-founder Carrie Scrima formed the Texas-originated … [Read more...] about Not Just a Trail Horse Anymore…