Santa Fe Chapter of New Mexico, Inc.
BCH-SF works closely with several U.S. Forest Service agencies such as the Espanola Ranger District, the Santa Fe Ranger District, the Cuba Ranger District and the Canjilon Ranger District as well as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and county agencies.
Besides volunteer work and trail maintenance, we also go on fun rides and trips into the backcountry. Our meetings often feature a guest speaker-- such as a local veterinarian, author, or map specialist--who shares valuable information and experience with our group. The public is always welcome to attend any meeting, ride, or function of BCHSF to learn more and experience what BCHA is all about.
The Santa Fe Chapter is unique because we have such a broad area of northern New Mexico to ride and work in. Our travels take us from desert floor to trails that exceed 10,000 feet in elevation. Along the way, scenery changes from sand, sage, and juniper to mountains, pines, and meadows.
The horse has earned a noble place in our western heritage; it's usefullness and devotion have been second to none. The BCHA was formed to preserve our traditional right to use recreational stock in the backcountry. What has always been our traditional right, now appears to be in jeopardy. We believe continued horse use - in harmony with the capacity of our public lands- is in the best interest of the majority of Americans. It is our intention to ensure that horse use (including all equines) is protected by promoting wise horse use with minimum adverse impact to the backcountry.
We would like to acknowlege www.bchnm.org , BCHA-New Mexico's official web site. Please note you can access the BCHNM home page from any of our pages by using the links.
Be sure to check out the Rides and Projects page. You will find info on upcoming events, updates, info on past events, ideas in the works, and other tidbits! There is an Event Calendar at the bottom of the page. Just click on a date to see details for that event.
General News and Announcements
As a member, each month you will receive an email with the minutes of general meeting. If you prefer, it can be mailed to you. You may also receive other emails from time to time with info about projects, industry related news, and other items.
As a member, you will also receive a quarterly newsletter from BCHA. If you have not received your newsletter after paying your membership (give time to process) give notice to one of our officers. Sometimes the time between joining and when the newsletter goes out can exceed 3 months. It is important to join or renew your membership as closely to the beginning of of year as possible to avoid missing out on any of the issues.
This year, BCHSF became incorporated and gained non-profit status as a 501(c)4 entity. This was required due mostly to the new banking rules, but also most clubs or organizations that collect money in the form of dues are required as well.
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