Events

Our monthly meetings feature speakers on current topics and great potlucks. San Juan Back Country Horsemen meets on the third Monday of every month (except June and December) at the Community United Methodist Church, 434 Lewis St, Pagosa Springs, Colorado 81147. We gather for a potluck at 6 p.m. and a general meeting at 6:30 p.m., followed by a guest speaker.

In addition to our commitment to keep backcountry trails open and accessible to all, we also engage in various activities to promote the heritage and tradition of our public lands and to foster a better understanding of the interaction of horses and mules with other trail users. We have participated at various events, including National Public Lands Day and National Trails Day, to demonstrate the use of primitive tools, such as crosscut saws, that are used in wilderness areas to clear downed trees. We also have partnered with groups, such as the Girl Scouts, to promote trail stewardship. We believe that working with youth is key to the long-term preservation of our public lands.