BECOME A MEMBER
We offer memberships for single persons or entire families!
find a unit near you
Click below to find the unit closest to you and how to get in contact with them.
LEARN ABOUT US
Click below to learn how we began and how we operate now.
THE BACKCOUNTRY HORSEMEN OBJECTIVE:
“To improve and promote the use, care and development of California backcountry trails and campsites, and to advocate good trail manners.”
demonstration on February 5 2023.
Packing demonstration Oct. 2022.
we are all volunteers.
Volunteering is the lifeblood of our organization. All of our projects are completed on personal time and at personal expense – and in some cases reimbursed by your unit. Our passion for keeping public lands open and accessible for all is what drives us. Join your local unit today by clicking here.
trail projects
From clearing trails with chainsaws and mules to hand-sawing logs off the trail to building corrals for equine camping, we do it all for the riders, hikers and bikers.
annual events
Becoming a member gets you access to annual events, monthly membership rides and educational events. You do not need to own animals to participate!
educational events
We provide education to our members and communities about trail etiquette and Leave No Trace principles, which we hold dear.