2018
Calendar Information:
Please RSVP to all rides
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2019 Events
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January 16, 2019
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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January 19, 2019
Saturday
Meet between 9 and 10
Ride out at 10 |
Unit Ride: Griffith Park - BCHC Members Only
Map Link:
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/34.5546875,-118.1322335/34.1529535,-118.3103966/@34.2540178,-118.5855289,10z/am=t/data=!4m2!4m1!3e0?hl=en
This is a great desensitization ride. Frequently seen on the trail are joggers, walkers, bicycles, strollers & dogs. Frequently seen near the trail are picnics, music, golf & vehicle traffic.
Parking is across the street from the Martinez Arena
Directions: From the Antelope Valley-
• South on 14 to I-5
• South on I -5 for about 10 miles to the 170 to Holly wood
• South on 170 about 5 miles to the 134 to Pasadena
• East on 134 about 4 miles to Forest Lawn Dr. (exit 4). You will see a sign that says “Griffith Park, Travel Town, next exit”
• Right on Forest Lawn Dr. to the first street
• Left on Zoo Dr. Less than ¼ mile to parking lot on right
There is a Mexican restaurant right on the trail with hitch rails. The one dining room has windows so we can keep an eye on our stock.
Optional lunch afterward at Viva Cantina, margaritas available there!
900 Riverside Drive, Burbank, 91506.
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March 20, 2019
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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May 9-12, 2019 |
Western States Horse Expo
Murietta Equestrian Center
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May 15, 2019
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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September 18, 2019
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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November 8-10, 2019 |
2019 Horse Expo at Fairplex in Pomona
https://horseexpoevents.com/
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November 20, 2019
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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December 4, 2019
Wednesday |
AV Unit Christmas Party, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Dinner at 5pm followed by Party
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2018 Past Events
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January 6, 2018
Saturday
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Bickel Camp Ride & Mining Camp Tour - Open to non-members!
Trail Boss: Marcy
Cost: $5 and a case of bottled water for the camp |
January 17, 2018
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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March 7, 2018
Wednesday
2pm
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Sergeant Steve Owen's Arena Dedication
Everyone is invited to the (Barrel Springs) Arena dedication at 2:00 on Wednesday March 7. The arena at Tejon Park will official be known as the Sergeant Steve Owen arena. The address is 1300 E Barrel Springs Road. It is north of Pearblossom Hwy. between Sierra Hwy and 25th Street East. Please come on horseback, in uniform if you represent a group or on foot. You could go on a trail ride before or after. |
March 22-25, 2018 |
Hole in the Wall Ride - Flyer
Cost: $10 per night per horse and rider
RSVP to Marcy at HorsingRound@att.net for directions and details |
April 13-15, 2018 |
Backcountry Horsemen of California Rendezvous
Paso Robles, CA
For more information about the Rendezvous: http://www.bchcalifornia.org/rendezvous.htm
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May 16, 2018
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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July 18, 2018
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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July 25-28, 2018 |
Novice Pack Trip - 8th Annual (New members welcome!)
Trail Boss: Paul Frisbey
This is the trip you want if you’ve always wanted to pack, but are just not ready to go camping on your own. We will reserve the Forest Service Cabin and Cow Camp. We have picked dates for our annual camp trip to the Sierras.
We are going to Golden Trout Wilderness! Going in on Wednesday, the 25th of July. Returning Saturday the 28th. If anyone would like to join us, you will be welcome IF--
You have your own riding and packing animals (I'm sorry, no one has any extra this year.)
You have your own vehicle and trailer.
You attend the orientation meetings (dates TBA).
Or get an exemption, call Paul for details.
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September 19, 2018
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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November 14, 2018
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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December 5, 2018
Wednesday
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AV Unit Christmas Party, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Dinner at 5pm followed by Party |
December 29, 2018
Saturday |
Petroglyph Ride 2018
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2017 Past Events
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January 7, 2017
Saturday
POSTPONED
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RIDE TO BE RESCHEDULED
Unit Ride - Chino Hills State Park
Chino Hills State Park http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=648
Trail Boss: Kelly Carle
There is a $5 ($4 for seniors) charge to park. Cash only.
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January 25, 2017
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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March 5, 2017
Sunday
Meet between 9 and 10
Ride out at 10 |
Unit Ride: Griffith Park - BCHC Members Only
Map Link:
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/34.5546875,-118.1322335/34.1529535,-118.3103966/@34.2540178,-118.5855289,10z/am=t/data=!4m2!4m1!3e0?hl=en
This is a great desensitization ride. Frequently seen on the trail are joggers, walkers, bicycles, strollers & dogs. Frequently seen near the trail are picnics, music, golf & vehicle traffic.
Parking is across the street from the Martinez Arena
Directions: From the Antelope Valley-
• South on 14 to I-5
• South on I -5 for about 10 miles to the 170 to Holly wood
• South on 170 about 5 miles to the 134 to Pasadena
• East on 134 about 4 miles to Forest Lawn Dr. (exit 4). You will see a sign that says “Griffith Park, Travel Town, next exit”
• Right on Forest Lawn Dr. to the first street
• Left on Zoo Dr. Less than ¼ mile to parking lot on right
There is a Mexican restaurant right on the trail with hitch rails. The one dining room has windows so we can keep an eye on our stock.
Optional lunch afterward at Viva Cantina, margaritas available there!
900 Riverside Drive, Burbank, 91506.
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March 15, 2017
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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March 17-19, 2017 |
Backcountry Horsemen of California Rendezvous
For more information about the Rendezvous: http://www.bchcalifornia.org/rendezvous.htm
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April 15, 2017
Saturday
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Poppy Ride
(Probably Avenue D @ 140th St. West)
About 5 hours, near Lancaster. RSVP Marcy HorsingRound@att.net for location and/or last minute changes. Free to BCHC members, $10 for non-members. No dogs, no stallions, under 18 must wear helmet
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April 20-22, 2017 |
BHCA National Board Meeting
Great Falls, MT
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May 14, 2017
Sunday |
Mother's Day Ride - Chino Hills State Park - Canceled, to be rescheduled
Chino Hills State Park http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=648
Trail Boss: Kelly Carle
There is a $5 ($4 for seniors) charge to park. Cash only.
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May 17
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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May 23-28 |
Mule Days
Bishop, CA
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June 15 - 18
Thursday - Sunday |
Los Padres Unit Educational Campout
Montana de Oro Horse Camp
Backcountry Horsemen of California is sponsoring our Youth Educational Camp-out at Montana do Oro Horse Camp this year June 15,16,17, and 18.
Join our Los Padres Unit ($60 whole family, $50 individual, $15 youth 18-25, under 18 free) and camp with your horse(s) any or all of Thursday thru Sunday.
Fabulous trail riding! The Educational Event and Trail Trials will be on Saturday only. This day is open and free to the public. Adult campers will will pay $25 for Friday and Saturday night BBQ meals in camp.
Call, text, or email Ellie at 805 710 0269 ellielivingston20@gmail.com
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June 18
Sunday
10am |
Rustler's Roost Ride - Lake Los Angeles (non-members welcome!)
Near Lake Los Angeles. Approximately 13863 East Avenue Q.
About 4 hours. (So, you might want to bring lunch.)
RSVP June by phone or at jfrisbey@gmail.com for directions and/or last minute changes.
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July 4
Tuesday
4pm |
Fourth of July Ride and Potluck BBQ - Members Only
Juniper Hills
Trail Boss: Kelly Carle
RSVP Kelly Carle 944-1621 for directions or last minute changes. |
July 19, 2017
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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August 17 - 21, 2017
Thurs - Monday
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Novice Pack Trip to Trout Meadow - 7th Annual (New members welcome!)
A beginners’ pack trip; learn to pack from your own members!
2.5 - 3 hour ride from the trailhead to the cabin.
Trail Boss: Paul Frisbey
This is the trip you want if you’ve always wanted to pack, but are just not ready to go camping on your own. We will reserve the Forest Service Cabin and Cow Camp.
We have picked dates for our annual camp trip to the Sierras. We are going to Golden Trout Wilderness! We are going for a long weekend this year. Going in on Thursday, the 17th of August. Returning Monday the 21st. (Dates are not carved in stone; we may go in the 18th and come out the 22nd.)
If anyone would like to join us, you will be welcome IF--
You have your own riding and packing animals (I'm sorry, no one has any extra this year.)
You have your own vehicle and trailer.
You attend the orientation meetings (dates TBA). Or get an exemption, call Paul for details.
Reservations required
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September 20, 2017
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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October 1, 2017
Sunday
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Lazy T Ride
Ride out of Lazy T
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November 11, 2017
Saturday
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Veteran's Day Ride
13863 E Ave Q, Palmdale, CA 93591, USA
$10 for non-members.
About 4 hours. (We will stop for lunch.) Near Lake Los Angeles.
RSVP to June by phone or email for directions and/or last-minute changes.
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November 15, 2017
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every third Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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December 6, 2017
(Date changed!)
Wednesday
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AV Unit Christmas Party, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Dinner at 5pm followed by Party |
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2016 Past Events
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January 9, 2016
Saturday
10am |
CANCELLED - Rain Date TBD
Griffith Park Ride
Meetup Link |
January 18, 2016
Monday
10am - 1pm |
Martin Luther King Day Clean-up in the area of Barrel Springs Road in Palmdale
Palmdale Barrel Springs Arena Staging Area - 1300 Barrel Springs Rd, Palmdale, CA, 93550
(Rain date Monday February 15 )
Volunteers will choose duties and form groups. Dress for the weather and wear work gloves, please bring tools; pitch forks, shovels or rakes.
*Backcountry Horsemen will provide lunch for the volunteers after the clean-up.*
Please RSVP to so we can plan lunch and to notify you in case weather cancels the event:
Elaine emac43031@gmail.com or Valerie Saddlinthe@aol.com
Sponsors Waste Management, City of Palmdale Antelope Valley Unit of Backcountry Horsemen In the Spirit of Partnering Together for a Better Community ETI Corral 138 Barrel Springs Riders
Click Here to see the Flyer
Meetup Link
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January 27, 2016
Wednesday
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every fourth Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
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Feb 15
Monday
10am |
Griffith Park Ride
Trail Boss: June Frisbey
Meetup Link |
March 4 - 5 - 6
Fri - Sat - Sun |
Anza Borrego, Whitaker Horse Camp
Trail Boss: Kelly Carle
Meetup Link
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March 12
Saturday |
Volunteer Ranger Training
Springville Forest Service Office on Hwy 190 in Springville.
You have to be a member (regular or associate) of the Sequoia Unit of Backcountry Horsemen of California.
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March 18 - 19 - 20
Fri - Sat - Sun
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2016 BCHC Rendezvous
Calaveras Fair Grounds (www.frogtown.org) in Angels Camp, CA.
More info: http://bchcalifornia.org/rendezvous.htm
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March 23
Wednesday |
AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every fourth Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
Meetup Link |
Apr 10
Sunday
10am |
Poppy Ride! Open to non-members!
Trail Boss: Marcy
Meetup Link |
May 7
Sunday
10am |
Cancelled - Bonanza Gulch Ride
Near Red Rock - We will start at a staging area off Burro Schmidt Tunnel Road, which is about 30 minutes north of Mojave, south a ways from Ridgecrest.
Trail Boss: Marcy
Flyer
Meetup Link |
May 18
Wednesday
(Moved for Mule Days)
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every fourth Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
Meetup Link |
June 12
Sunday
10am |
Camp Fenner to Vincent Gap
Trail Boss: Open
Trail Coordinator: Unless I can find another trail boss, the June 12 ride will be cancelled. The trail boss will be helping with the annual joint venture (BCHC, USDA-FS, BLM, FFA) to take High School students into the back country and teaching trail maintenance and meadow management.
Meetup Link |
July 4
Monday |
Fourth of July Ride and Potluck, Juniper Hills
Trail Boss: Kelly Carle |
July 27
Wednesday |
AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every fourth Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
Meetup Link |
July 18 - 24
Mon through Sun |
Cow Camp Pack Trip (New members welcome!)
Trail Boss: Paul Frisbey
We have picked dates for our annual camp trip to the Sierras.We will be leaving on Monday, July 18 and returning on Sunday, July 24.
If anyone would like to join us, you will be welcome IF--
You have your own riding and packing animals (I'm sorry, no one has any extra this year.)
You have your own vehicle and trailer.
You attend the orientation meetings (dates TBA). Or get an exemption, call Paul for details.
Meetup Link |
Sep 21
Wednesday
*Date Changed*
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AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every fourth Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
Meetup Link |
Oct 2 - 10am
Sunday |
Lazy T Ride - Open to non-members!
Date and location: Lazy T Ranch, 4218 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, CA 93551
Ride out at 10:00 am
Lunch will be provided if riders RSVP, else $5 at the door.
Meetup Link |
Nov 11 - 9:30am
Friday |
Bonanza Gulch - Wine & Cheese Ride
Near Red Rock - We will start at a staging area off Burro Schmidt Tunnel Road, which is about 30 minutes north of Mojave, south a ways from Ridgecrest.
Trail Boss: Marcy
Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, 9:30am
Free for Veterans! $10 for BCHC Members. $20 for non-members. Includes refreshments!
Approximately 5 hour ride near Red Rock
RSVP to Marcy at HorsingRound@att.net for location and any last minute changes.
Flyer
Meetup Link |
Nov 16
Wednesday
Adjusted for Thanksgiving |
AV Unit Meeting, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Potluck at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. (Every fourth Wednesday of odd-numbered months.)
Meetup Link |
Sat, December 17
CANCELED
10:00am |
Hansen Dam Ride
Trail Boss: June Frisbey
Orcas-Gabrieleno Equestrian Center 11127 Orcas Avenue, Lake View Terrace
E 210 Fwy- Exit at Osbourne-Left onto Foothill, 0.8 mi
R on Orcas to parking lot |
Dec 14 - 6pm
Wednesday
RSVP by Dec 1
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AV Unit Christmas Party, LVIA Community Building
8367 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Leona Valley, California 93551
Dinner at 6:30 followed by Party
FREE this year if you RSVP by Dec. 1
Main course provided by our unit. Please bring a side dish to share.
Join in the Solo Cup Raffle fun. Bring a raffle item worth $10 or more and receive 5 raffle tickets.
Tickets available for purchase too.
Attendees please bring an unwrapped gift of any value to donate.
No charge if guests RSVP by Dec. 1st, else $5 at the door
RSVP to June at 661-944-3601 or Marcy at horsinground@att.net
Flyer
Meetup Link |