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September Online Auction ‘Adventure’….. a Trip to Remember!
Wall-Tent Campout at Fishtrap Camp, Barriere, BC By Verna Houghtaling, Prince George Chapter & Provincial Membership Coordinator Have you ever wished you could head out to ride different territory and get to know some other BCHBC members? Not have [...]
Dust if You Must
Here is the poem presented by Rose Schroeder and Karen Bridge for the Cowboy poetry contest at Rendevous 2022. Dust if you Must by Rose Milligan Dust if you must, but wouldn't it be better, To paint a picture [...]
2nd Annual ‘Adventure or Experience’ Fundraiser a Great Success!
In December 2021, BCHBC held another successful ‘Adventures or Experiences’ On Line Auction with net proceeds in excess of $12,000 raised. Special thanks to everyone who provided items, and a ‘hip, hip, hurray’ to all the bidders helping [...]
Your invitation to the Telegraph Lake Grand Opening
BCHBC North Cariboo Chapter Telegraph Lake Grand Opening By Victoria Malone ( member BCHBC-N. Cariboo chapter) Our volunteers' hard work is being noticed! Check out the feature in HCBC's August newsletter about the Telegraph Lake Campground under Recreation! https://mailchi.mp/.../your-july-hcbc-newsletter-is-here... But [...]
Saddle Up Magazine Writers’ Guidelines
Saddle Up Magazine Writers’ Guidelines The publishers of Saddle Up Magazine provide Back Country Horsemen of BC (BCHBC) with space for an article in the publication each month (February to December). This is a valuable way for us to [...]
Leave No Trace for Equestrian Use.
Leave No Trace Principles for Equestrian Use. Story by Rose Schroeder, member of BCHBC Shuswap Chapter. Two riders practice ‘Leave No Trace’ by watering their horses (and dog) on solid footing along the Vedder River in Chilliwack. Photo by [...]
Horse Crazy; a poem by Terri Perrin
Terri Perrin, better known as our BCHBC Saddle Up coordinator, decided to try her hand at the Ernie Buckle Cowboy Poetry contest held every Rendezvous. Terri has been a horse woman since childhood, and like many girls was completely horse [...]
BCHBC crowns new Cowboy Poet.
Recognized in 2019 for her talents as a Junior poet, Mikayla Peter recited her original work, "Grounded Souls" to a very appreciative audience at the Prince George Rendezvous and managed to wrap up the title of BCHBC Cowboy Poet [...]
BCHBC features in ORC report.
From: Louise Pedersen Date: Fri, May 20, 2022 at 11:33 AM Subject: BCHBC feature Hello all, As part of our 'It takes a community' features series, the latest edition is on you - Back Country Horsemen of BC. Thanks to [...]
ORC working for us!
Wow! This is one example of why it is important for BCHBC to be an active member of ORC. Check out the links! Thank you to Louise Pedersen for all her work on behalf of the recreation sector. Rose Schroeder [...]
Cavallo’s 50% off Sale
A very special offer for BCHBC Members only!
Spring means Road safety for Car and Horse
Motorists Urged to ‘Hold Their Horses!’ Equestrian groups explain their reasons for ‘road riding’ and how ensuring safety is everyone’s responsibility By Terri Perrin, Back Country Horsemen of BC As the weather warms up and signs of spring appear [...]
BCHBC 2022 Rendezvous Raffle
Did you know? YOU, a family member or one of your friends could very well be the lucky winner of a 2022 Maverick 2-horse angle haul trailer! OR a beautifully handcrafted Cloete trail saddle! OR a set of packing [...]
Celebrate BC Trails Day
LETS CELEBRATE BC TRAILS DAY JUNE 4, 2022 WHAT IS BC TRAILS DAY? Part of the international celebration of Trails Day on [...]
Belle Mountain equine trails: a must see!
By Andrea Arnold The Robson Valley Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of BC have had a busy 2021, building and rehabilitating trails, structure installation at the Dore River trailhead and clearing land for a new rustic equine [...]
Let’s All Get Behind Rendezvous 2022
The Prince George Omineca Chapter of BCHBC are looking forward to being your hosts at the first-ever Rendezvous north of 100 Mile! This event has been postponed for 2 years now due to COVID and we are keeping our [...]
Early Renewal Promo Winners Chosen.
Lots of entries were received for our Early Membership Renewal drive held from November 1st to December 31st of 2021. Our membership director, Verna Houghtaling spun the wheel and the winners of our early membership renewal promo are: For 1st [...]
Trail Building Webinar, Jan.27th 2022
From ORC - Trail Ambassadors: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices American Trails will host the webinar "Trail Ambassador Programs: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices" (Part 2 of 2) on Jan. 27, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (PST). Learn about best [...]
New Member Promo Winners!
Back Country Horsemen of BC wishes to welcome the 117 new members for 2022 who signed up during our Membership Promotion this past September/October! As promised, 5 lucky winner's names have been drawn from the list of new members [...]
On Line Auction successful again!
Another On Line Auction super success with $13,405 gross sales for our second “Adventures and Experiences” auction! Thank you to Givergy.ca for their continued support and price structuring, enabling BCHBC net proceeds for this event of just over $12,000! [...]
Now Open – Online Auction!!!
Got your bidding finger ready? The BCHBC Online Auction is now open for ONE WEEK of bidding frenzy! Explore the Auction platform site at: https://can.givergy.com/BCHBC2021 What are you waiting for? Check it out today! We invite you to [...]
2021 Online Auction Dec. 5-12 !!!
2021 BCHBC Online Auction goes live Dec. 5 - 12 Don't miss out! It's not just for the horseperson in your life. Many of the adventures offered don't even require horses! Anyone, BCHBC members [...]
2021-22 Membership Drive Media Release
Photo caption: BCHBC members celebrate reaching a spectacular lookout point on a ride in the South Chilcotin Mountains. The organization is for riders of all ages and disciplines who want to enjoy non-competitive trail riding events and activities. [...]
BCHBC New Member Drive for 2021-2022
BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN SOCIETY of BRITISH COLUMBIA 2021 / 2022 NEW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE All NEW MEMBERSHIPS purchased ONLINE from SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 through November 30th, 2021 will be valid til DECEMBER 31, 2022! New memberships are classed as persons [...]
BC Expanding 7 Parks and 1 Protected Area
Thanks to partnerships with conservation groups, individual donors, the BC Parks Foundation and supporters, the Province has acquired more than 229 hectares of land intended to be added to seven provincial parks and one protected area. See where the [...]
The Rockhound 2020 Adventure Auction Item a Hit.
The Rockhound Auction adventure Rocks! For Ivan Matthews and Teresa Hunt it was the adventure of the season. With Guides Rose Schroeder and Linda Buchanan they were treated to the many delights of the Shuswap. With main camp in [...]
Memekay Camp Auction Item Adventure
My husband & I just returned a few days ago from this amazing Two- day trip. We were treated to fabulous guided trail rides; sightseeing/exploring the gorgeous country side around Memekay checking out the fossils, the Big Tree, swimming [...]
Observation Challenge at Seal Bay Nature Park.
2021/06/02 From BCHBC North Vancouver Island Chapter near Comox COVID restrictions have put a damper on events and activities for local nonprofits and recreational organizations, and the Back Country Horsemen of BC’s North Vancouver Island chapter (BCHBC-NVI) is no exception. [...]
O.R.C launches BC Trail Days!
THE OUTDOOR RECREATION COUNCIL OF BC PRESENTS BC TRAILS DAY The outdoors has proven to be an invaluable resource to British Columbians during the pandemic. To help give back to the trails and outdoor spaces that we love, [...]
Conditioning Horses on Hills
Conditioning Horses on Hills: valuable suggestions from our friends at AQHA. Hill work for horses can offer major health benefits. Read on for techniques to help strengthen, condition or recondition and improve both you and your horse’s balance up and [...]
BCHBC COVID-19 Policies
TO ALL OUR MEMBERS It’s great to see that chapters are beginning to plan future events! However, as a result of the pandemic, BCHBC stongly recommends that everyone complete the new waiver(s) with respect to all inherent risks, including [...]
BCHBC Insurance Committee openings available
Hello everyone, Our long-time Insurance Coordinators, Lisa Galanov and Linda Buchanan have retired. Lisa Galanov Linda Buchanan We are sorry to lose their knowledge and expertise and want to thank them sincerely for the dedication, [...]
Hello and Goodbye
New BCHBC Coordinator for Saddle Up Magazine submissions After 10 long years of coordinating BCHBC articles for Saddle Up Magazine, Okanagan chapter member Juanita Gibney is letting go of the reins. Juanita is no stranger to us members as [...]
Membership Draw Winners!
Membership Draw winners! As of January 31st, memberships renewed amounted to 321 people! We are very happy to announce the winners of the membership draw as seen on the video recently sent out by Constant Contact 1st place is [...]
Water Treatment in the Back Country
Water Treatment in the Back Country Choosing clean sources prolongs filter life. While travelling in the outdoors it is highly recommended that some form of treatment be done on all water you drink from natural sources. [...]
Persistence reaps rewards for BCHBC
January 22, 2021. BCHBC members headed by Aldergrove chapter had a good meeting with BC Parks regarding horses and parking of horse trailers at Golden Ears Provincial Park in Maple Ridge. A real need for designated equine parking [...]
THE NESAKWATCH BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Yarrow Chapter replaces the Old Nesakwatch Creek Bridge by Arlene Ladd Through the beautiful temperate rainforest of the Chilliwack River Valley runs the Great Trail (aka Trans Canada Trail) between Tamahi Creek and Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park, near [...]
Successful Auction
A Note From The Back Country Horsemen of BC We certainly appreciate and value all of the excitement our very first ever “On-line Auction” event created and we hope it was a bit of fun for everyone as well. [...]
Postponement of Rendezvous 2020 and beyond …
Wednesday, 29 January 2020 10:37 Postponement of Rendezvous 2020 Rendezvous 2020 We are very sorry to announce that RV has been POSTPONED until next year. Likely the same (last) weekend in May, but we haven't been able to [...]
Managing Our Waste Properly
Monday, 24 August 2020 11:17 Disposing of Waste Properly THis is a growing issue as more people choose to recreate in the back country. Here is up to date information from Leave No Trace on how to deal with [...]
East Kootenay Interchapter Ride Offer
Thursday, 19 March 2020 12:44 Inter Chapter Ride East Kootenay Chapter Is hosting an Inter-Chapter Ride September 4, 5, and 6, 2020 $75.00/person – includes all camping fees, catered dinner Saturday evening and live entertainment. Tickets are non-refundable. Potluck dinner Sunday evening – [...]
Rendezvous 2020 PreRide HallarTrail
RV Pre-ride Update RE 2020 RV Pre RIDE Postponed to July 9-12, 202o To All RIDERS that registered for the PRE RIDE: this ride HAS not been cancelled just POSTPONED. ( I informed Scott Walker Chairperson BCHBC ). The Ride will [...]
Message to Members Re Covid 19
Wednesday, 25 March 2020 10:56 **Message to BCHBC Members** Dear Back Country Horsemen of BC Members, The BCHBC Board of Directors during this unprecedented time are reaching out to our members to let you know that we are watching [...]
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Activities and Upcoming Events
View each chapter’s calendar for upcoming activities and events. Keep in touch via our Provincial BCHBC Facebook page! Most chapters have individual Facebook pages as well – links can be found on each chapter’s profile.