BCHO at the Oregon Outdoor Recreational Summit 2024

This year’s Recreational Summit had a focus on inclusion supporting different approaches and experiences of people with a variety of backgrounds and interpretations. Our BCHO booth had a LOT of interest and activity with participants inquiring about what we do and how to partner with us. The ‘Hoofin IT’ video which Pam Lehto, Betty Applebaker, Casey Hufstader, Cody Hufstader, Jean Clancey, Becky Hope presented was WELL received with a FULL room of participants who clearly wanted more information about our work and how the horses factored in with trails.

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Saw Training Challenges,

The Next 2 Years...

Join us to answer all your saw training questions.

February 12th, 2025

5:30PM Pacific Time, 6:30PM Mountain, 7:30PM Central, 8:30PM Eastern

A lot of areas are effected by cutbacks and are wondering how to get training in the near future. BCHA is holding a general discussion call and would like you to attend.

Upcoming saw training issues, what areas need training.

A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants.

REGISTER HERE

MOBILE INCIDENT REPORTING FORMS

You might have seen the request to submit “incident report forms” for e-bike interactions and horse camps occupied by non stock users, to help provide record of the issue. Of course it is always great to talk to people directly if you can do so safely, however submitting a report can demonstrate a pattern of issues to help change rules or encourage enforcement.

Did you know that you can add these forms to the home screen of your smartphone? Instructions on the website here https://www.bcha.org/incidentreportingform/

MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT IDEAS

Click Here For 30-Day Details

📅 30-Day BCHA Facebook Post Plan

(Each post includes a hook/tagline to grab attention!)

Week 1: Why Join BCHA?

Day 1: “🚨 Did you know? Horse trails are disappearing every year! 🚧 Help protect them—join BCHA today! 🏕️🐴 #SaveOurTrails”

Day 2: Member Testimonial – “BCHA has given me lifelong friendships & amazing trail adventures. Join us! 🌿🐎”

Day 3: "🎯 Our mission: Preserve trails for future generations! Be a part of something bigger. 🌎🐴 #BCHAProud"

Day 4: “Have you ever found a trail blocked by fallen trees? Our volunteers keep trails clear! Join BCHA & make a difference. 🪚🌲 #TrailHeroes”

Day 5: FAQ Friday – “What does BCHA do? 👇 (List key initiatives) #WhyBCHA”

Day 6: "📍Where’s your favorite place to ride? Drop it in the comments! 👇 #TrailRiderLife"

Day 7: “BCHA is for EVERY rider—casual, competitive, or weekend warrior. 🏇 Join today! #AllRidersWelcome”

Week 2: Trail Riding Tips & Education

Day 8: “🏕️ Packing for a trail ride? Here’s a checklist of the 10 Essentials! #BePrepared”

Day 9: Video post – “Watch this 60-sec tip on securing your horse while camping! 🐎⛺ #HorseCamping101”

Day 10: “Ever wonder what REALLY happens when you hit SOS on a satellite device? 🚨 Find out here! 👇 #SafetyFirst”

Day 11: “Knots every trail rider should know! 🪢 Save this for later. #TrailSmart”

Day 12: “🏞️ Wilderness riding: Dream trip or too remote? 🤔 Let’s discuss! #AdventureAwaits”

Day 13: “BCHA volunteers clear thousands of miles of trails every year. Want to help? Join today! #WeKeepTrailsOpen”

Day 14: “🌟 Member Spotlight: Meet [Name]! They’ve helped clear [#] miles of trails this year! 💪🐴 #TrailChampions”

DAVE & BUSTER'S FUNDRAISER

Begins February 14th, 2025

You Want To Have Fun and Support BCHA

Purchase Dave & Buster's to support Back Country Horsemen of America. Participating is easy, all you have to do is:

1. Visit the website by clicking the button below.
2. Choose the quantity & order your Dave & Buster's
3. Redeem your Dave & Buster's at any of 400+ Dave & Buster's locations

Share the link above with your friends and family on social media, or send an email blast to your community to let them know they can support Back Country Horsemen of America by purchasing Dave & Buster's today! The clock starts February 14th, 2025—let's get started!

2025 NATIONAL BOARD MEETING

Prescott, Arizona

April 13th - 16th, 2025

Registration Fees: $400, Room Block Rate: $169 plus services and tax

https://www.prescottresort.com/our-resort

Hotel Reservations Call 1-800-967-4637

Call the hotel to make reservations and use "Back Country Horsemen of America" for discounted rooms.

Online Reservations Available

www.prescottresort.com and enter code 1101416

Chapter Support Grants is now accepting application for 2025

Grant deadline is March 1, 2025

DOUBLE DIAMOND AWARD

Each year at the national BCHA board meeting, this award is presented to BCHA chapters for an exceptional volunteer project and/or educational program completed during the previous year. The efforts eligible for recognition can include, but not limited to, trail maintenance, trail construction, trailhead construction, educational programs, and youth programs.

Applications are accepted from any chapter/unit for a volunteer project or educational program that was completed during the calendar year January 1st to December 31st and must be received before February 20th of the current year by sending an email to: michellewade@bcha.org.

No applications received after February 20th will be considered.

The BCHA Volunteer Hours Committee appointed by the National Chair of BCHA will decide the winner or winners. The award will be presented at the BCHA National Board Annual Banquet. For questions, please call 360-620-2802

CLICK HERE FOR DOUBLE DIAMOND AWARD

VOLUNTEER HOURS DUE JANUARY 31ST, 2025

Hello Members,

BCHA Volunteer Hours Committee has updated the volunteer hours reporting form. The reason for this change is because we feel we are missing out on opportunities through the USFS and other organizations by not providing trail information that you all have volunteered to maintain. By collecting trail names we open the doors for potential grants and other funds paid to BCH states for their time.

The updated form is available by clicking the link below. And please reach out to the volunteer hours committee if you have any questions. volunteer@bcha.org

BCHA encourages all members to use the E-Bike Reporting Form and the Horse Camp Incident Form when they see problems.

E-BIKE REPORTING FORM

HORSE CAMP INCIDENT FORM

2024 YOUTH GRANT

Thank you to all who applied for youth grants this year.

It was a huge success and we really appreciate all your efforts in engaging youth.

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ADVERTISING SPACE - Click here if you would like to advertise

2025 Applications Are Available Online

PRICE CHANGE for 2025!

$1,000,000 Coverage for $30 Individual or $60 for a family.

CLICK HERE FOR FAQ



CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION

SHARE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS!

Does your chapter have a trail, project or great story you would like to share? Please send them to michellewade@bcha.org. We will do our best to include them here.



• Please send as Word doc and pictures as attachments not in the word doc.
• Provide description: project, place, purpose, etc.
• Please include the name of person and chapter submitting the pictures.

2024-2025 BCHA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE