Founded in 1991, Back Country Horsemen of British Columbia brings together nearly 1,000 members across more than 20 chapters to build, maintain, and protect equine trails. Through education, advocacy, and volunteer effort, members contribute thousands of hours each year to keeping riding opportunities accessible.
Stay informed about upcoming rides, meetings, work parties, and important updates from BCHBC chapters across BC.
Discover equine-friendly camps and trails across BC that are built, maintained, and protected by BCHBC volunteers.
Explore the trail building, maintenance, and access projects that BCHBC volunteers support throughout the province.
Explore BCHBC’s educational resources and events to build skills, deepen your knowledge, and connect with experienced members.
Connect with your local BCHBC Chapter to discover rides, events, and a welcoming community of fellow members near you.
Support BCHBC’s work through donations that help fund trail projects, education programs, and advocacy efforts across BC.
Welcome to BCHBC — a well-respected, member-driven organization registered with the Province of British Columbia as a not-for-profit society. Since 1991, BCHBC has grown into a vibrant community of nearly 1,000 members across 20 chapters Province-wide.
We are passionate about safe and enjoyable trail riding, caring for our environment, and building and maintaining quality trails and campsites — all while creating unforgettable experiences for the whole family. Our members share a love of horses, the outdoors, and the camaraderie that comes with exploring British Columbia’s trails together.
Local chapters offer a wide range of opportunities, including trail riding with their four-legged trail mate, horse camping, educational events, and social gatherings. No matter where you live in BC, there’s likely a BCHBC chapter ready to welcome you.
Don’t miss our annual Provincial Rendezvous, where members from across the province come together for an exciting weekend of workshops, learning, enjoying trails on their equine partner, and lively social events. Join BCHBC and become part of a community that celebrates horses, trail riding, and adventure.
Local chapters offer a wide range of opportunities, including trail riding with their four-legged trail mate, horse camping, educational events, and social gatherings. No matter where you live in BC, there’s likely a BCHBC chapter ready to welcome you.
Don’t miss our annual Provincial Rendezvous, where members from across the province come together for an exciting weekend of workshops, learning, enjoying trails on their equine partner, and lively social events. Join BCHBC and become part of a community that celebrates horses, trail riding, and adventure.
Local chapters offer a wide range of opportunities, including trail riding with their four-legged trail mate, horse camping, educational events, and social gatherings. No matter where you live in BC, there’s likely a BCHBC chapter ready to welcome you.
Don’t miss our annual Provincial Rendezvous, where members from across the province come together for an exciting weekend of workshops, learning, enjoying trails on their equine partner, and lively social events. Join BCHBC and become part of a community that celebrates horses, trail riding, and adventure.
Social, non competitive, relaxed environment, geared towards the outdoors.
Our social activities consist of monthly meetings, fun games, potluck dinners, clinicians, rides. Our work bees are also great fun. Highlights of the year are our annual social gathering called “Rendezvous” and inter-chapter rides held at various locations around the Province. All enjoyed together in our natural environment out on the trail.
Local communities benefit from our many equine oriented initiatives.
Economic impact, social impact and mutual benefit of community involvement with the equine industry. Communities are often very supportive of our projects and initiatives due to the social, economic and infrastructure gains that result from cooperation BCHBC has with public recreational user groups.
Nothing beats a day in the saddle than being out on the trails.
Chapters strive to offer several rides and organized events throughout the year for members and guests. A natural spin off from our rides are the friendships built out on the trail and the continued opportunities for life long riding partners. Our rides can accommodate all rider skill levels and can cover from oceans to high mountain peaks.
Stronger, louder voice Province wide offering assistance and initiatives.
A collective voice of nearly 1000 members, brings recognition and support to our many undertakings, whether locally or Provincially focused. Members can travel, knowing there is a welcoming network of 20 plus Chapters not far from their destination of choice and offering a Province wide resource of local trails, camping locations and amenities.
Back country riding requires knowledge to ensure safety for horse and rider.
Membership provides access to the deep pool of knowledge of many seasoned riders, which is proudly shared with enthusiasm amongst its members. Special guest speakers, such as veterinarians, saddle makers, farriers, first aid trainers, clinicians, etc. are offered by many chapters on a monthly basis. Knowledge gained is invaluable
Through the care and upkeep of historical trails we maintain our heritage
Less than 100 years ago, the horse had a stronger presence and active role in the daily lives of British Columbians. BCHBC is proud to recognize and preserve our equine heritage through work on historic trails such as; Dewdney ,Hudson Bay Brigade, Whatcom , Telegraph, and many more trails. Members can experience these trails today.
Camp with your horse for an amazing natural experience and endless trail riding.
Thanks to the great work done by BCHBC volunteers, horse camping opportunities are available throughout British Columbia. Explore the amazing trail systems connected to these camps, then relax back at camp with your horse and friends at the end of the day.
New to camping with your horse? No problem! Our experienced members are always happy to help, offering guidance on where to go, how to prepare, and what you’ll need to make your first horse camping experience safe, enjoyable, and stress-free.
Participate in discounted services and products through our supporting businesses.
BCHBC is supported by several organizations, many of whom offer discounts to members on products and services. Among these valued partners are Lordco Auto, Cavallo Horse & Rider, CO-OP, Kal Tire and Acera Insurance.
