To oppose unjustified restrictions on, and closure to stock use on public lands
To work toward the perpetuation of the legal and moral claim by American people to use horses and mules for recreation on public lands.
To unite horsemen as a viable contracting group to work with governmental and public agencies to achieve the goals and objectives of the corporation as stated in its Articles of Incorporation.
To educate and inform horsemen and others interested in or affected by the policies and programs of the corporation about the impact of stock use on backcountry lands, especially the fragile areas.
- to minimize or prevent irreparable damage to such areas.
- to encourage responsible citizen involvement in governmental actions affecting such public lands.
- to demonstrate that horsemen are citizens concerned about protecting the environment as well as sustaining economic equilibrium for the community and the country.