Mark and I have cherished every moment of growing International Mountain Trail Challenge Association (IMTCA) and witnessing the incredible community it has become. On April 26, 2024, we sold Bolender Horse Park and relocated just a mile down the road. Since then, all our focus has been on building our new home and pondering the future of IMTCA.
After building our dream home, our primary focus now lies in constructing mountain trail courses, traveling for expos and clinics, and training horses for mountain trail. As such, we’re seeking someone passionate to pick up the IMTCA mantle and carry it forward.
Concerning the future of IMTCA, our hopes are that the right person or group can pick up the reins to continue what we started to grow and support the incredible discipline of mountain trail. If you or someone you know might be interested, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you all for your dedication and support over the years—it has meant the world to us!
If you’re interested in taking over the IMTCA or want to have a mountain trail course constructed, feel free to contact us through our website at BolenderHorsePark.com or give us a call at 360-269-6156.
Email Mark: MHB1@localaccess.com Lee: jleecowgirl@gmail.com
Wishing everyone a safe and Happy New Year!
Warm regards and Bolender Blessings,
Mark & Lee

Mark Bolender is the nation’s leading expert in Mountain Trail, Extreme Mountain Trail, and Competitive Trail. He’s a three-time National Champion and one of the most popular trainers in the country. Today, Mark’s unique style of horsemanship has made the Bolender brand synonymous with these disciplines.
Mark has written for numerous national magazines and authored the popular book, Bolender’s Guide to Mastering Mountain and Extreme Trail Riding. Mark and his horse Checkers hold the sport’s all-time highest honors. Checkers was distinguished by becoming the 2020 Breyer Horse.
Mark and Lee Bolender founded the International Mountain Trail Challenge Association (IMTCA) to promote these sports. Today, the IMTCA trains judges, coordinates activities, and maintains certifications around the world.
Mark owns and operates Bolender Horse Park in Washington State. Mark has also designed and built Mountain Trail courses around the world.