About NATRC

What is NATRC?

The North American Trail Ride Conference (NATRC) is the premier competitive trail riding (CTR) organization in six regions across North America.

What is CTR?

CTR is a distance sport competition over a measured trail that is completed within a window of time. It is a great family activity because it is open to all ages of riders and equine breeds.

What are the benefits?

New riders receive their first year with NATRC free! Advantages of membership include reduced ride fees, award eligibility, discounts with our sponsors and partners, and a quarterly subscription to our Hoof Print newsletter!

Why NATRC?

What it's all About

Here’s a short introduction video about NATRC competitive trail riding. From maps, to veterinary and horsemanship judging, to camping alongside your horse, plus competitive challenges and just plain fun, you’ll see - we’ve got it all!

Member Testimonials

Had an awesome time at my first NATRC ride. Able and I went 21 miles in one day and he was ready for more.

Laurel P

I am blessed beyond measures with this amazing horse, incredible mentors, and my supportive family.

Mikayla Nunn

Had a blast at Carolina Derby. 40 miles of wilderness!

Jami Hughey Sullivan

Lots of fun people, trails, and obstacles! It was a extremely well organized event and the trails were marked excellent. The judges were fun and very helpful in answering any questions. Came home with having new friends and what I need to work on in my horsemanship and with my horse.

Crystal

The fun I had, the amount I learned, and the training to come was so worth the weekend!

Sadie Smith

People ask what the best year of my life was.. it was 2012, the year I got to spend riding with my mom.

Marcy Kristine

I am so grateful for all the friends I've made at NATRC and all the people who have helped us! I am unbelievably lucky to have such a great horse and can't wait to see what we can accomplish in the future!

Tori Ware

Volunteering helps the soul. Sister time is priceless. NATRC P&R Team.

Melissa Yopp

Become a Member - for Free!

NEW MEMBERS ARE FREE FOR A YEAR!

Join NATRC as a new member today, and you’ll experience your first year of membership for free! Enjoy many great member benefits and we’re convinced that once you’ve tried CTR, you’ll see a difference in your riding and your relationship with your horse.

Although it’s a competitive sport, it’s not only about keeping yourself challenged or achieving awards, it’s about comradery and building friendships with fellow riders who enjoy riding as much as you do.

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