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North Wind Challenge
2006 Canadian ChampionshipsAugust 31st - September 3rd, 2006, L' Ange Gardien, Quebec
Event:
100 Mile Vet Checks:
You will have 3 vet check sites. 1 at base camp and 2 out on the
trail. The last two loops will be the same, you will start from base
camp and you will return to base camp.
First vet check - 15 miles from base camp.
Second vet check - 14 miles
Third vet check - 13 miles
Fourth vet check 17 miles
Fifth vet check 15 miles
Sixth vet check 13 miles
Seventh vet check 13 miles
Click here for a downloadable entry form (100 mile)
Click here for a downloadable entry form (50 mile)
Where The NorthWind Canadian Endurance Championships will take you………..
There was a time when man could move from place to place only by foot. With the domestication of the horse in the early 1700’s, man was able to increase the distance and speed which he could travel. Then the invention of the combustion engine, followed by a mass production of the automobile, which eliminated the need of the horse for travel. |
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The horse population in North America rapidly declined as a consequence to the automobile and unfortunately, so did the knowledge of caring for these living transport providers. The US Cavalry was able, purely by necessity, to perfect its equine knowledge which included tack & saddlery, riding procedures and veterinary care for horses traveling many miles a day. With the modernization of the Calvary this great source of knowledge was scattered. The care of riding long distance to this day is still the most important allowing rider and equine partner to be fit and travel effortlessly farther down the trail.
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With the ability to move rapidly over a variety of terrain, the equine partner also provided man with companionship. Various equestrian activities and sports have grown including trail riding for pleasure and in competition, the horse population has increased and continues to grow rapidly with distance riding being the fastest growing equine sports of this century. With distance riding many people find caring for and riding horses excellent recreation. Such activities which involve an equine athlete require horsemen to condition their mounts appropriately for participation. This conditioning includes hours of riding, good equine care and proper nutrition. |
The sport of endurance riding was started by the late Wendell T. Robie when he wanted a sport which involved “rapport with one’s horse; companionship on a trail; and the opportunity to share the incomparable scenery of my territory”.
He set out to start the very first Endurance ride – The 100 Mile Tevis Cup in 1955. It was the notorious Lloyd Tevis, long time President of Wells Fargo Company (The Pony Express Trail). To say the least it was a huge success and consequently, America soon started up 3 endurance organizations.
Not long after, endurance became a world wide equestrian discipline, moving onto Australia, and they formed the 4th group AER and held the first Tom Quilty Cup (a ride similar to the Tevis Cup) in 1966. From here organizations for endurance riding started popping up all over the world in the late 1970s and early 1980s and then came The NorthWind Challenge. |
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In keeping with traditions and insight of how Endurance riding began, The NorthWind Canadian Championships are sure to offer the excitement and challenges that Wendell T. Robie was able to fore see ~ We are looking forward to seeing you in L’Ange Gardien (Gardien Angel).
What riders are saying:
"I would describe the trail as very challenging. The ride covers almost all types of terrain other than sand. I would recommend pads as one loop of the trail is very rocky. The trail has you going up and down hills, across fields on a slant. If there is rain some of the fields get a bit deep in areas. There are free range cattle out there that pop up so have your horses ready to face cattle. Most of the trail has you on trail or in a field, very little road. You cannot get bored on this trail as it is always changing. A fantastic ride but it will not be won with speed!"
- Deb Strand & Ritz – Canadian Endurance Team Member
"Scenic rolling terrain with forgiving footing, a great combination of fields, creek crossings and cottage roads. Some gently winding forest trails with a few short technical rocky climbs and descents sprinkled throughout. A good trail to ask a young horse a few questions without overwhelming him!"
- Wendy Benns & Flirt with Ecstasy – Canadian Endurance Team Member