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Anderson Lake State Park/Olympic Discovery Trail Work Party Sept. 6th

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Our chapter will be hosting a work party on Saturday, September 6th to connect the incoming Olympic Discovery Trail extension on the north boundary of the Park to the existing Park trails. This short spur trail is the temporary connection to the LarryScott/ODT/Pacific NW National Scenic Trail until the permanent paved trail , trailhead and paved equestrian parking area are built (hopefully soon!) To … Read More Anderson Lake State Park/Olympic Discovery Trail Work Party Sept. 6th

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Volunteers Revitalize S. Fork Skokomish Trails and LeBar Horse Camp

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We held the 2025 version of our annual LeBar Horse Camp/S. Fork Skokomish R. Trail Regional Work Party May 2nd-4th under (mostly) sunny skies. It was a wonderful weekend to get work done and all in all it was a great success. The advance party arrived Thursday night and opened the gates for the other early arrivals. Friday morning the Peninsula Chapter/GrayWolf Trail Crew … Read More Volunteers Revitalize S. Fork Skokomish Trails and LeBar Horse Camp

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LeBar Horse Camp/S. Fork Skokomish R. Trail Regional Work Party

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Submitted by Rebecca Wanagel TRAIL CREW NOTES 5/19 – 5/20/23Location: Lower and Upper S. Fork Skokomish, ONFHours: 116 Crew members Rebecca WanagelBob HoyleMartin KnowlesPaul KampsBernt EricsenJim HollatzDonna HollatzRick KingSuzanne King Packers Harold and Pat Wiese (Magic, Archie, Sugar, Belle) This was the annual regional work party for sprucing up the LeBar Horse Campground as well as the surrounding trails. WTA had done a significant … Read More LeBar Horse Camp/S. Fork Skokomish R. Trail Regional Work Party

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LeBar/Skok Regional Work Party 5/19-21

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Back Country Horseman of Washington Buckhorn Range Chapter hoststhe Regional Work Party at Olympic National Forest atLEBAR HORSE CAMP & LOWER S. FORK SKOKOMISH RIVER TRAIL Bring Water – LeBar is a dry campFor more info contact: Bob Hoyle: 360-531-2337 Email: bobhoyle@usa.net We need volunteers for camp and trail work. Tasks include: brushing/swamping , blowdown removal (sawyers needed!) and cleanup of campground/sites. Something for … Read More LeBar/Skok Regional Work Party 5/19-21

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Are You and Your Horse Prepared For Emergencies?

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Mark your calendar for Friday, October 14th, 7PM, TriArea Community Center We have a great program to offer about Equine Emergency Preparedness (EEP).  Chief Brett Black of East Jefferson County Fire Department will present about fire prevention and awareness  for stock owners. This is open to all members and guests. This will include information on the Fire Department’s role in responding to wildfires, earthquakes, and … Read More Are You and Your Horse Prepared For Emergencies?

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Jefferson County Fair is Back

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And we are back at the fair! Come see us at our booth in the New Commercial building.

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Hikers and Horsemen Team Up to Open Popular Trail & Horse Camp

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The drive south on US Highway 101 along the Hood Canal gave us a forewarning of what lay ahead. For 50 miles there were downed powerlines and poles, trees and massive amounts of debris piled along the sides of the road. The date was Saturday, February 26th and Buckhorn Range chapter President Kris Lenke and I were on our way to a field trip … Read More Hikers and Horsemen Team Up to Open Popular Trail & Horse Camp

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LeBar Horse Camp Regional Work Party May 20th – 22nd

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We are hosting a regional work party in partnership with other chapters in the region to get LeBar Horse Camp and the Lower S. Fork Skokomish River trail ready for the season. Winter storm damage is extensive – there is a lot of work to do! We need volunteers for camp and trail work. Tasks include: brushing/swamping (a lot of swamping!), blowdown removal (sawyers … Read More LeBar Horse Camp Regional Work Party May 20th – 22nd

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Check out our new Equine Emergency Preparedness Page.

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We have added a new page to our site to give you resources to assist you in preparing for emergencies and natural disasters.

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Horseplay: Animal Rescue Group Seeks Volunteers

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Buckhorn Range Chapter member Jeanne Buchanan is featured in this article about WASART (Washington State Animal Response Team).

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LeBar Horse Camp Gets a Makover!

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I would like to thank all those that made the LeBar work party successful and fun.   It was one of those planned events that could either have worked or not worked.   We had 44 yards of gravel being delivered to a locked gated campground in the mountains (LeBar) so it could have been a true disaster if everything didn’t happen like clockwork.   For example, … Read More LeBar Horse Camp Gets a Makover!

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Le Bar Horse Camp opens on May 27th!

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It’s a strikingly beautiful camp with 13 sites – pull through and back in. There’s  no water in camp so you need to bring water for you and your stock. The trail meanders through giant firs with some views of the Skokomish River with a pleasant river lunch spot.  We need to use this camp otherwise we run the risk of closure or having … Read More Le Bar Horse Camp opens on May 27th!

Upcoming Events
  • Chapter Meeting January 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Tri-Area Community Center, Chimacum Join us for viewing the film, produced by chapter member Wren Winfield, of Bernice Ende's epic story about riding 30,000 miles across our country. In Lady Long Rider, Bernice shares the miles of insight she gained on the horseback ride that ultimately became a journey of self-discovery. Question/Answer session with Wren to follow.
  • Work Party - Tool Cache February 7, 2026
  • Work Party (TBD) March 7, 2026
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