On Sunday, June 13, thousands of trail riders from across the United States will join forces with The American Competitive Trail Horse Association (ACTHA) to attempt a new Guinness World Record achievement for the Largest Trail Riding Competition, in a historic effort to raise more than $100,000 for horse rescue programs nationwide.

Paula and Russell of Re-Ride announce that $500 from the Biltmore ride will be donated to P.E.E.R., Polk Equine Emergency Rescue. Re-Ride will be hosting more ACTHA rides in the foothills, hopefully raising much more money for local horse rescues. For more information call Re-Ride at 828-863-2770 or email tackshop@re-ride.com.

ACTHA will partner with local organizers in the 48 states participating in the official Guinness World Records attempt, during which riders will compete on six-mile trails comprised of safe, fun and natural trail obstacles observed by professional judges. Each local competition is open for anyone who wishes to participate in the record-breaking achievement and help raise much needed funds for national horse rescue charities.

Local affiliate Re-Ride Consignment Tack Shop LLC is working with the Biltmore Equestrian Center staff to ensure a great trail ride.

We have a great trail picked out and are working to make sure that our riders have a great time! Good food, great prizes, and what is better than spending time with your horse while riding for a cause? asks Re-Ride owner Paula Mierop. My son Russell will be in charge of setting up the six trail obstacles and placing the judges on the trail spaced about a mile apart. In camp we will be sending riders out in small groups every 10 to 15 minutes, getting lunch ready and then the scores will need to be added.

As soon as the scores are ready they will be sent on to Guinness and then the awards will be given.

The simultaneous record attempt will culminate in a certificate presentation by an official Guinness World Records representative to ACTHAs founders, during Clinton Andersons WalkAbout Tour at the renowned South Point Equestrian and Events Center in Las Vegas, Nv.

Thousands of riders are expected in the national competition, which will crown more than a hundred winners from three divisions. Participants will also be eligible to win more than $1,200 in prizes at each location, donated by ACTHAs sponsors. Biltmore competitors have the chance to win a three night stay with your horses at the Settlement at Thomas Divide as well as a stay at Leatherwoods Resort.

ACTHA is calling all foothills riders and animal lovers to sign up for the Biltmore trail ride and contribute to the record-breaking effort on June 13. All proceeds will be donated to horse rescue charities and programs. Visit www.actha.us to be part of the first ever Guinness World Records attempt for the Largest Trail Riding Competition and make history.