BCHM Manzano Mountains Trail Clearing

I signed up for another Back Country Horsemen work project in the Manzano Mountains clearing trails in Fourth of July Canyon.

Sandy and her partner Bob were along for the ride too. Bob led Cisco the donkey as one of our pack animals.

Apache was in fine form and happy to be out on the trails. She was very attentive to my leg on her blind side when we rode along narrow sections of trail. 

There was still some beautiful Fall color lining the trail.

BCHM Trail Selfie!

The trail is often rocky and rugged and steep in sections.

We tied up our equines when we discovered a large log across the trail.

Apache and Cisco.

The log blocking the trail.

Everyone tying up and digging out the saws and tools from the pack saddles.

Getting to work!

Using a cross-cut saw.

This log was large, old and dry, so it took over and hour and required extra tools and different techniques. 

And a lot of hard work!

But we got 'er done!

Some hikers passed us while we were working and thanked us for our hard work. This is why we do it. So, the trails can be accessed and enjoyed by everyone.

Apache waiting patiently back at the tree on the trail. She's such a good girl and knows her job well.

We mounted up and enjoyed the rest of our ride on gorgeous trails.

Bob's legs were tired, so he climbed on Sandy's horse and rode with Abby.

While Sandy and Cisco brought up the rear.

What a great day!

Life is Good!!