TRAIL RIDE ETIQUETTE Here are some suggestions which we have found contribute to the safety and enjoyment of all riders: Never pass the trail leader without permission. A parent or a guardian must accompany riders under the age of 18. Non‐members are welcome, but must be the guest of a member,must sign a release. Guests […]
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Back Country Horseman of Central Arizona Events
Social Events and More…
Social Events and More…. Thursday, December 19th – Holiday Party in combined with Prescott Saddle Club. 5:00 PM Cocktail Hour with LIVE Music from the Maxwells * 6:00 PM Traditional Holiday Turkey and Ham Buffet * Scrumptious Desserts * Bring Cash for the 50/50 Raffle * Games and Prizes * Christmas Gift Giveaways * Bring […]
Trail Work
Trail Work Friday, August 30th- Beautification of Williamson Valley Trailhead. 8:00-10:00am We will be cleaning up weeds and brush and hopefully will have dirt to fill in the potholes! Needed: 2 people with weed whackers, 1-2 people with loppers, 1 person to paint the kiosk, shovels to help move dirt, rakes, tractor (Alan White), open […]
2024 Annual Meeting
2024 Annual Meeting Agenda Welcome New Member Introductions Mission/Vision 2023 Highlights Prescott National Forest Service update Public Lands Update National BCHA Update 2024 Goals Calendar of Events New Business Election of Officers Raffle Adjourn Mission Statement Our Mission: To perpetuate the commonsense use and enjoyment of horses in America’s back country and wilderness To work […]
Annual Meeting February 2022
BCH CAZ Annual Meeting February 27, 2022 12:00pm Meeting called to order – Craig Ferdig. Cowboy Poetry recited by JC Konecny. Intro and mission statement – Craig Background on Almosta Trail System and some of the founders: Jim Higgs, Jim Buchanan, and Spike Hicks Three trail heads: Williamson Valley TH, Almosta Ranch Rd TH, […]
Little Thumb Butte – Annual Ride!
Self Defense on Horseback – Dec 5th
Back Country Horsemen of Central Arizona Invite you to: Self Defense On Horseback A horse and rider training clinic geared towards the everyday trail rider to help them remain safe and provide peace of mind while enjoying their horse. December 5th, 2020 AM Session 9 to 12 or PM Session 1 to 4 Clinicians: Dave […]
Maintenance (no volunteers needed) – May
There will be a trail cleanup crew out on Almosta Trail May 15. Focus will be on 622 South from Almosta Ranch Road Trailhead, continuing south to 1937. Crew will clear approximately 1 mile headed east on 1937. Please avoid these trails on May 15th. ALMOSTA TRAIL MAP
Trail Condition/Rating Guide
TRAIL CONDITION / RATING GUIDE Note: All trails will be ROCKY to a degree, so if this is a concern, your horseshould either have shoes or boots. Level 1 – An easy, shorter ride with mostly level terrain, low grade and goodfooting. Trail mostly follows roads or wide, well‐defined trails. Level 2 – Some grades, […]
2020 Annual Meeting
IMPORTANT! 2020 Annual Meeting, Election, and Lunch February 9, 2020 Our annual meeting will be held at Guacamaya’s Mexican Grill, 1317 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ. Please arrive about 11:15 for check in and socializing and we will begin eating, hopefully, about 11:45. There will be a choice of chicken fajitas, beef fajitas, or a shrimp […]