# Event Details - **Event Name**: 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free) - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Hello, My name is Butch Boatright, and I’m the pastor of Hubbard Cowboy Church in Hubbard, TX. I would love to invite you and your family or group to our 9th Annual “16 Hands Closer to God” Trailvival & Camping Retreat. Again, we are headed to the White Mountain Wilderness Area in the Lincoln National Forest near Ruidoso, New Mexico. The dates of our 2026 event will be September 30th - October 3rd. I was introduced to the Lincoln National Forest ten years ago. The pressures of life and ministry brought me to a place that I had to unplug from everything. There was a great need for me to make some time to spend with the Creator of All. As I rode horseback on the trails of the National Forest, a verse of scripture kept speaking to me. That verse of scripture was Luke 5:16 - "But Jesus often withdrew to the wilderness to pray". I saw firsthand the benefits of withdrawing from busy life and spending time worshiping God in the wilderness through prayer. This experience was so great that there was no way I could keep it to myself. I knew that I wanted to share it, so the Trailvival was born. Our retreat is designed to give you that much needed time to disconnect from everything and reconnect (or connect for the first time) with God Himself. Before we hit the trails in the morning, we will have breakfast and a group devotional designed to give you something to think about on your journey. During the lunch break you will be given time to lay back and soak up God’s goodness. After another short devotional from your trail boss, you will continue your journey. After you finish your day of riding or hiking, we would like to feed you dinner. Once your belly is full, we would like to fill your heart with live music from singer Michael Knight and the Saddle Creek Cowboy Church house band , and then some brief preaching. We had a wonderful time the last eight times (2020 was cancelled due to Covid), and look forward to going back to the wilderness so that we can spend some more time with God Himself. Even if you don’t ride, we still invite you to come hike, play games, or just hang out at the campground. I hope to be able to share an amazing experience with you, and will start praying that God will be more evident than ever to you through this amazing journey. We ask that you would please RSVP by September 10th to ensure we have provisions for everyone. There is no cost to come and be “16 Hands Closer to God”, but donations are certainly welcome to help defer the cost of meals, etc. All camp sites are primitive and are first come, first serve. In Him, Butch Boatright For those that don't ride, there will be games available at the campground, and organized hikes on the nearby hiking trails. Don't forget to click "share" and "invite friends"! For more information, call/text Russell Barlow at 903-257-8315, or call Cathi Ward at 575-937-7324. CAMP LOCATION: Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/lincoln/recarea/?recid=34204 GPS address of the event locations is: 33.464800, -105.801500 or (THE MAP ON THE EVENT PAGE WILL NOT QUITE GET YOU THERE) CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK FOR ACCURATE DIRECTIONS - https://maps.app.goo.gl/oh16Lm6Z1zVHdKDb8 Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeu5z3p3NppWOhZpjR8C6l22rqN1Xx2AtFcP2QyGYJiTP6EjA/viewform All documents will be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1CRZPtiMfEpMcRA05OTgVCt-BMTd31Amr?usp=drive_link www.Hubbardcowboychurch.com www.MichaelKnightLiveMusic.com Important Note: Per New Mexico law, any warm-blooded animal traveling across state lines into New Mexico must have a valid Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI), also known as a Health Certificate, issued within 5 days of travel. If you are crossing the New Mexico state line with a horse, you will need current negative Coggins papers and a health certificate that is issued by an accredited veterinarian within 30 days prior to entry into New Mexico. The destination address to be put on the health certificate is: Lincoln National Forest Forest Service Rd. 107 Nogal, NM 88341 575-354-2778 Linked group: "16 Hands" Ride-share & Caravan Planning Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/689222114750076 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nogal/16-hands-closer-to-god-trailvival-and-camping-retreat-2026-free/200030506987238 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, music, camping, health-wellness, entertainment, trekking, live-music, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 70 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Nogal - **state**: NM - **country**: United States - **location**: Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area - **lat**: 33.46476640857 - **long**: -105.80166453599 - **full address**: Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area, 967 Bonito Lake Rd, Nogal, NM 88341, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e2282d919e54a9c9d6ddf43ada0fd200e23cf3c3541ddf4cc7f972ae8262fac3-rimg-w1200-h927-dcd8d8d8-gmir?v=1788168104 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free) being held? - **A:** 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free) takes place on Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area, 967 Bonito Lake Rd, Nogal, NM 88341, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free)? - **A:** 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free) is organized by Hubbard Cowboy Church. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 16 Hands Closer To God, Trailvival & Camping Retreat 2026 (Free) is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nogal, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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