Gallatin Valley Back Country Horsemen

BCHMT Board Meeting
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Missoula Board Meeting, 1075 South Avenue West, Missoula, MT, 59801, United States

Christmas Party
2025-12-13 16:00 - 21:00 | Eagle Mount, 6901 Goldenstein Ln, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States
The December Board and General Meeting will be held at the Christmas Party and will not be on December 18th at the normal date and time. The Gallatin Saddle and Harness Club is welcome to join us. This is a potluck so please bring an appetizer and/or side dish to compliment the Prime Rib. Please RSVP Molly so she can track headcount and dishes.

4:00 PM Setup
5:00 PM Social and Appetizers
5:30 Board Meeting
6:00 PM short General Meeting and Elections then Prime Rib dinner

GVBCH Board Meeting
2026-01-15 18:30 - 19:00, 2026-03-19 18:30 - 19:00, 2026-04-16 18:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-21 18:30 - 19:00 | First Security Bank, 2046 Cattail St, Bozeman, MT, 59718, United States

GVBCH General Meeting
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | First Security Bank, 2046 Cattail St, Bozeman, MT, 59718, United States

Junior Skijoring
2026-01-17 08:00 - 2026-01-18 17:00 | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States

Pro Skijoring
2026-01-24 08:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00 | Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States

Skijoring the Big Rock
2026-01-31 08:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 | Big Rock, 21 N Whitetail Rd, Boulder, MT, 59632, United States

GVBCH Board Meeting
2026-02-20 17:30 - 18:00 | Eagle Mount, 6901 Goldenstein Ln, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States

GVBCH General Meeting and Wild Game Feed
2026-02-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Eagle Mount, 6901 Goldenstein Ln, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States

2026 Bridger Brewskis and Spurs Skijoring Weekend
2026-02-28 09:00 - 2026-03-01 17:00

Crosscut and Chainsaw training
2026-03-15 13:00 - 17:00 | Clint Schwalm, 8229 Thorpe Road, Bozeman, MT, 59718, United States
Good afternoon,
As you know the BCHMT State Convention is happening here in Bozeman in a couple of weeks. One of the events is a crosscut saw competition. It’s kinda fun and challenging at the same time. We are having several categories:
Men Singles
Women Singles
Men Pairs
Women Pairs
Co-Ed Pairs
So, just in case anyone is interested in sawing in a competition but not sure about their technique or abilities or their heart rate, we will be holding some “training” or “conditioning” sessions to get people familiar with using a crosscut saw. The actual time to cut through a 10-12″ log will be around 45 – 60 seconds. If you’re hesitant because you think you might not be able to keep the saw moving for a full minute this training session will be a good place to find out. You’ll be able to compete in the Singles category AND get a partner and compete in the Pairs category AND get a partner of the opposite sex and compete in the Co-Ed category. Or you can do any one of those.
We will also be having some chainsaw training along with the crosscut training described above. If you are anxious to get out on the trail and clear downed trees with a chainsaw but don’t have the skills to be able to get certified by the Forest Service, we can help you. We will have experienced sawyers there to give everyone the help they need to operate a chainsaw safely and efficiently. Please note that this training is not a substitute for the actual certification test that the Forest Service will require.
Right now, we are planning a session for Sunday March 15th at 1:00 pm and another session on Tuesday March 17th at 1:00 pm. We will provide necessary PPE in addition to the saws. We will meet at Clint’s house at 8229 Thorpe Road.
If you have any questions, you can call or text me at 575-639-9091

Lew Goodpasture

BLM Regional Partner Meeting
2026-03-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Bozeman Event Space, 14 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States
Dear Partners and Prospective Partners,
The Bureau of Land management, Western Montana District invites you to regional partner meetings on March 17 and 18, 2026. These meetings will bring together public and private partners, community organizations, recreation providers, and other stakeholders to strengthen collaboration in support of our public lands in western Montana.
If you are interested, you would only need to attend one of the following meeting options, at your convenience,

Date
Location
Time

3/17
Dillon
Dillon Field Office
1005 Selway Drive,
Dillon, MT
10 am-12 pm

3/17
Bozeman
Bozeman Event Space, North Ballroom/Media, 14 S Tracy Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715.

4-5:30

3/18
Helena
Carroll College
Campus Center, lower level in the All-Saints Hall Conferencing Room 1290 N. Park Ave, Helena, MT
1pm-2:30 pm

3/18
Butte
BLM Butte Field Office
106 N Parkmont
Butte, MT 59701
5:30-7

The goals for these meetings are to:

Hear from you about what is working well in existing partnerships with the BLM and where improvements are needed, particularly related to recreation, access, and visitor services.
Explore new partnership opportunities that engage the public in stewardship of public lands and expand sustainable outdoor recreation and related community benefits.
Foster open, solutions-oriented dialogue to build enduring, locally powered collaborative partnerships that support healthy landscapes and resilient recreation economies.

We value your experience, ideas, and commitment to conserving and responsibly enjoying public lands in western Montana. Your input will help guide how the BLM supports and partners with communities, non-profits, businesses, and other agencies moving forward.
Please plan on joining us and sharing your perspectives. Meeting times and locations are listed in the table below. Please plan on attending one of the meetings at a time and location that is most convenient to you. You do not have to attend more than one meeting. If you cannot attend any of the meetings but still wish to be involved in partnerships with the BLM, please let us know so we can follow up on those opportunities. If you have any immediate questions about these meetings or partnerships with the BLM, reply to this message.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership and stewardship of our public lands. We look forward to working with you to enhance recreation opportunities and community-supported management across western Montana.
Sincerely,
Kristen Ulery
Outdoor Recreation Planner
Dillon Field Office/Ennis
1005 Selway Drive
Dillon, MT 59725
office: (406) 683-8053
cell: (406) 490-9044
Dillon Field Office | Bureau of Land Management (blm.gov)

“I hope the United States of America is not so rich that she can afford to let these wildernesses pass by, or so poor she cannot afford to keep them.” – Margaret (Mardy) Murie

Crosscut and Chainsaw training
2026-03-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Clint Schwalm, 8229 Thorpe Road, Bozeman, MT, 59718, United States
Good afternoon,
As you know the BCHMT State Convention is happening here in Bozeman in a couple of weeks. One of the events is a crosscut saw competition. It’s kinda fun and challenging at the same time. We are having several categories:
Men Singles
Women Singles
Men Pairs
Women Pairs
Co-Ed Pairs
So, just in case anyone is interested in sawing in a competition but not sure about their technique or abilities or their heart rate, we will be holding some “training” or “conditioning” sessions to get people familiar with using a crosscut saw. The actual time to cut through a 10-12″ log will be around 45 – 60 seconds. If you’re hesitant because you think you might not be able to keep the saw moving for a full minute this training session will be a good place to find out. You’ll be able to compete in the Singles category AND get a partner and compete in the Pairs category AND get a partner of the opposite sex and compete in the Co-Ed category. Or you can do any one of those.
We will also be having some chainsaw training along with the crosscut training described above. If you are anxious to get out on the trail and clear downed trees with a chainsaw but don’t have the skills to be able to get certified by the Forest Service, we can help you. We will have experienced sawyers there to give everyone the help they need to operate a chainsaw safely and efficiently. Please note that this training is not a substitute for the actual certification test that the Forest Service will require.
Right now, we are planning a session for Sunday March 15th at 1:00 pm and another session on Saturday March 21st at 1:00 pm. We will provide necessary PPE in addition to the saws. We will meet at Clint’s house at 8229 Thorpe Road.
If you have any questions, you can call or text me at 575-639-9091

Lew Goodpasture

2026 Back Country Horsemen of Montana Convention
2026-03-27 08:00 - 2026-03-29 17:00 | Best Western Plus GranTree Inn, 1325 N 7th Ave, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States
Get all the latest information at the Convention Web Page

Gallatin Valley Tack Swap
2026-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Springhill Community Ranch, 4228 Springhill Community Rd, Belgrade, MT, 59714, United States

BCHMT State Board Meeting
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Deer Lodge Elks Lodge 1737, 230 Main St, Deer Lodge, MT, 59722-1055, United States

Wednesday Trail Crew
2026-05-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-27 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-10 09:00 - 17:00

Saturday Trail Crew
2026-05-23 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 09:00 - 17:00

National Trails Day
2026-06-06 09:00 - 17:00

Mule Days
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-15 | Hamilton, Hamilton, MT, 59840, United States
