The Montana/Dakotas Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hosting a Wild Horse and Burro adoption event from May 2-4 in Hamilton, Montana, at the Alvista Loop training facility. The event is free to the public and will feature 36 wild horses, including yearlings, mares, and geldings, available for adoption. Attendees can also participate in a silent auction and a horse clinic.

Horse specialist Matt “Mustang Matt” Bischof expressed optimism about the event’s turnout, highlighting its importance for the community to find homes for these horses, many of which come from larger facilities in states like Idaho, California, and Nevada. He emphasized that the event is suitable for all experience levels, particularly recommending yearlings for first-time adopters due to their trainability.

In addition to the adoption opportunities, Bischof will lead a “First Touch” horse clinic on May 3, demonstrating training techniques and answering questions. A follow-up clinic is scheduled for June 28, allowing adopters to return for health examinations and further training. More information about the event and adoption applications can be found on the BLM’s website.