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Trail Etiquette

Trail Etiquette

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 […]

Social Events and More…

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

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

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

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, […]

Self Defense on Horseback – Dec 5th

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 […]

Trail Condition/Rating Guide

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

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 […]