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Welcome to the Eastern Competitive Trail Ride Association Website!

Check our calendar for information on upcoming rides. Please contact us with any questions regarding Competitive Trail Riding!

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New to ECTRA?

If you are interested in learning more about what is involved in getting a distance horse ready to compete, contact any member!

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The Eastern Competitive Trail Ride Association (ECTRA) was founded in 1970 and is a non-profit organization vitally interested in encouraging the growth and understanding of distance riding and driving. Our goal is achieved through rider education and sanctioning standardized, veterinarian judged competitions throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region.

Latest News

  • Announcing the Keystone Classic CTR Series!

    Announcing the Keystone Classic CTR Series!

    The ride managers (Millie Turner, Katerina Procyk, and Carolyn Blocker) of the three ECTRA competitive trail rides in Pennsylvania are thrilled to announce a special award for any horse/rider team who completes any distance in each of the three rides: 7 Mountains, Crooked Creek (brand new!), and Mucklertaz Run. We will … Read More »
  • Board of Directors Meeting

    Board of Directors Meeting

    The next Board of Directors Meeting will be held on March 10th at 7pm.  Check your email for the Zoom link if you are a current ECTRA member. Topics to include: Meet your new officers Resolutions on past motions 2024 Award Announcements Read More »
  • Winter Get-A-Way CANCELLED!

    Winter Get-A-Way CANCELLED!

    The Annual Membership Meeting will be held Monday, February 24, 2024 at 7pm via Zoom.  Members will be emailed the Zoom link. Read More »

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