Mark Himmel began riding horses in his youth. Through his teenage years he also rode motorcycles. After he married his wife Sandy and moved to Great Falls, Montana, they bought horses and began riding together in 1991. Mark’s two children, who are now adults, also ride horses. Mark joined the C.M Russell Back Country Horsemen in Great Falls, Montana in 1997 and served as a Director, Vice President, and President. After four years as President of the local organization, Mark served as Treasurer, Vice Chair, and Chairman of the Back Country Horsemen of Montana. Mark is currently serving as Past Chair of Back Country Horsemen of Montana and is eager to serve on the national level as well.