The Tennessee Walking Horse is a smooth, strong, athletic,
surefooted, beautiful and gentle Horse. These are only some of the attributes of
this wonderful gaited breed. The Tennessee Walking Horse is well known for its
three easy riding gaits: the flat walk running walk and rocking chair canter.
All of reflects in the Tennessee Walking Horse's graceful way of going and pure
pleasure experienced by it's rider.
The Tennessee Walking Horse has
established itself as a superior trail horse. He is more than capable of carrying
his rider over wooded and mountain trails. This breed has the ability to adapt
to any terrain. The natural four beet gait, incredible rhythm and extraordinary
temperament makes the Tennessee Walking Horse an incredible ride. The Tennessee
Walking Horse is truly unique amongst breeds.
The Tennessee
Walking Horse Association of Western Canada was incorporated in 1998.
We
are a group of walking horse enthusiasts throughout Western Canada who
work
together to promote and enjoy this great breed that we all love.
Our goal is to establish a positive public image and enhance awareness
of the Tennessee Walking Horse. We do this through educational forums,
distruibution
of information to the public, walking horse owners, and through the
support and sponsoring of clinics, shows, trail rides, and other equestrian
events. Meetings are held in September, November, January, March and May. We also
include information sessions of general interest.
Each year we hold a booth
at the Mane Event in Red Deer Alberta, as well as one in Fultonvale, Alberta
at the
Fultonvale Horse Show Case.
Our purpose is to introduce new people to the
breed and to unite Walking Horse owners
throughout Western Canada. Various other displays are held at different
locations throughout the year.
