Robert Eversole

Robert Eversole, ”the trail meister,” owns www.TrailMeister.com, the largest database of horse riding and camping areas in the U.S. with free trail and trailhead information, trail maps, and much more to help horse enthusiasts experience the joys of trail riding. Robert is a registered riding instructor with PATH International, a mounted search and rescue team member, and a U.S. Marine who has served on the board of the Backcountry Horsemen of Washington (BCHW). He is enjoying his new career helping fellow trail riders stay found and safe on the trail. When not on the trail, The Trail Meister resides near Spokane, WA and teaches land navigation to a wide variety of outdoor groups across the nation. For North America’s largest horse trail and camping directory, trail tips, and more, visit www.TrailMeister.com.

Your First Backcountry Adventure

August 5, 2020May 1, 2017 by Robert Eversole

6 Steps to a Successful Pack Trip by Robert Eversole For many of us the ultimate in equine vacations is to venture into the backcountry with our horse. Day rides and horse camping at an established campground is good. Camping with horses in the depths of the backcountry is …

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Keeping Paradise Possible

August 5, 2020March 1, 2017 by Robert Eversole

If You Want Trails, Take Action by Robert Eversole Paradise. For some it’s a tropical beach with palms swaying in a gentle breeze. For me it’s a dirt trail that twists and meanders to a backcountry camp deep in the wilderness. It’s quiet solitude punctuated by the peaceful clip-clop …

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Trail Riding Destination: Government Meadows Horse Camp

December 29, 2017March 1, 2017 by Robert Eversole

Access Point to the Norse Peak Wilderness by Robert Eversole Government Meadows Horse Camp is the place where I was first introduced to what Back Country Horsemen of Washington do to preserve our trails. BCHW members spend a lot of time and energy maintaining this trailhead and the adjacent …

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Trail Riding Destination: Willow Prairie Horse Camp

December 14, 2017February 1, 2017 by Robert Eversole

30 Miles of Great Trails Near Medford, Oregon by Robert Eversole Towering forests, alpine meadows, ponds, and over 30 miles of great trails await horse riders and campers at the Willow Prairie Horse Camp in Southwestern Oregon. Located a few miles southwest of Mt. McLoughlin, the Willow Prairie Horse …

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Your Friend, The Map

August 5, 2020January 1, 2017 by Robert Eversole

Use a Map to Plan Your Ride by Robert Eversole From brush to saddle to trailer, equine enthusiasts use many different tools to help us make our way happily down the trail. One very important element in your equine travel toolbox is a map of where you’re visiting. Let’s …

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Trail Riding Destination: The Pasayten Wilderness

December 29, 2017January 1, 2017 by Robert Eversole

Start Planning Your Summer Horseback Adventures by Robert Eversole January is here! It’s the start of a new year of trail riding and adventures with our horses. I have a feeling that it’s going to be fabulous. I use the post-holiday period to start planning my summer trips. There’s …

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The TrailMeister’s Holiday Gift Guide

August 5, 2020November 1, 2016 by Robert Eversole

Gift Ideas for Every Type of Rider By Robert Eversole I try a lot of trail riding and horse camping gear. This holiday season I’ve put together a favorites list of the equipment I’ve used over the past year. These are perfect for the trail riding family and friends …

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A is for Advocacy

August 5, 2020September 1, 2016 by Robert Eversole

We All Must Take Part in Saving Trails for Equestrians by Robert Eversole From January through July I have the unique privilege of speaking at equine expos across the country where I teach trail riding and camping with horses and mules. I love sharing my passion for trail riding and …

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Haney Meadow — A Fabulous PNW Destination

August 5, 2020July 1, 2016 by Robert Eversole

Treat Yourself to a Little Piece of Heaven by Robert Eversole Summer is here with campfires, sultry evenings, and fabulous food. But where to go? Living in the Pacific Northwest we’re more fortunate than we realize because we have one of the best horse riding and camping locations on …

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When the Sh#t Hits the Fan

August 5, 2020May 1, 2016 by Robert Eversole

Getting Help When You Really Need It by Robert Eversole It’s scary when a trail ride goes from memorable to negatively “eventful.” When you are hurt and lying on the trail is not the place to begin thinking of how to call for help when you’re beyond the reach …

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