Nature Coast Back Country Horsemen

03/25/2026

This double ‘widow maker’ was too dangerous for our sawyers to handle when hung up among other trees. Then nature got involved and took care of it with wind! Once they hit the ground Bob Hopta, with Bill Ehrlich and his big saw, got to work.
Cracker trail is open!
Thank you guys for your help!

03/22/2026

Bill Ehrlich said the ride on Restaurant Trail is alive with blooming Lupins! Get out there folks and enjoy the vibrant scenery!

03/19/2026

Prescribe burn by Sault Road and twin ponds has been canceled for today.

03/19/2026

A second prescribed aerial burn today. North of Croom Road along Dempsey Road. Again, folks, be safe and stay out of that area today.

03/19/2026

Control burn in Croom today!! North of Soult RD and East of Twin Pond Camp. Please avoid that area!! Be safe out there!!

03/19/2026

Prescribed aerial burn today in Croom. North of Soult Rd. and Twin Ponds. Be safe folks and avoid this area today.

03/09/2026

We would like to thank everyone that participated and donated to our breakaway from cancer, charity, poker ride!

Below are some photos from the event.

If any participants have photos they would like to share please add them in the comments.

03/06/2026

🐎♠️ This Saturday – Join the Fun for a Great Cause! ♠️🐎

Saddle up and join us Saturday at 9:00 a.m. at Tucker Hill Trailhead in the Croom Tract of the Withlacoochee Forest for the Nature Coast Back Country Horsemen’s Breakaway From Cancer Charity Poker Ride!

It’s a morning of riding, laughter, and community — all while supporting a wonderful cause.

🎲 Cash prizes for the Best and Worst Poker Hands
🎟 50/50 Raffle
🛍 Silent Auction with great items
🍔 Lunch available for a $5 donation

👉 Ride with us, lunch included! Register here:
https://forms.gle/b8c3Xi999YDtCPx66

Not riding? You’re still invited!
Stop by to browse the silent auction, place a few bids, enjoy lunch, and cheer on the riders. Everyone is welcome!

📸 Below is just a small preview of some of the silent auction items available.

Come out, bring a friend, and help us support Breakaway From Cancer. We’d love to see you there! 💛

Breakaway From Cancer

03/03/2026

NATURE COAST BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN CHARITY POKER RIDE benefiting BREAKAWAY FROM CANCER is happening this Saturday, March 7!

There’s still time to register. If you plan to attend, PRE-REGISTRATION IS GREATLY APPRECIATED—it helps us plan trailer parking and ensure we have plenty of food for lunch.

Register here: https://forms.gle/zstYKEdPrEbpJpab8

If not riding but in the vicinity please stop by and peruse the silent auction items and make a bid or two!

Thank you all for your continued support of this important cause.

03/02/2026

Volunteers at work!

Today, 19 of us took to the woods to clear horse trails. Good job everyone.