Endurance riding is a fast growing equine sport which requires much commitment and training. The horses are strictly monitored by a team of vets prior to and throughout the race. The vets determine if the horse is fit to continue approximately every 12 miles. The first horse across the finish line is the winner only if he passes the vet check. In other words these horses and riders are incredible athletes!

Leatherwood was hailed as one of the premier rides in the southeast by many of last years competitors. Many felt that the facilities surpassed anywhere they had previously been. Our terrain is very beautiful and challenging! We look forward to becoming a place where endurance riders will come and train year round! The date for the next ride is March 29, 2003. For further information contact Abbie Smith at (336) 973-5044 or email abbie@goleatherwood.com.