During the Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro adoption event in Hamilton from May 2-4, 26 wild horses found new homes, with a notable 72% placement rate. The event highlighted the public’s ongoing interest in adopting these iconic animals, as 19 adult horses and seven yearlings were successfully placed into private care. Melissa Foster, a BLM specialist, emphasized the significance of each adoption in contributing to wild horse conservation.
The event featured a viewing and silent auction on May 2, where 13 horses were adopted, including a dun gelding that fetched a high bid of $350. A horsemanship clinic led by trainer “Mustang Matt” attracted around 75 attendees, contributing to a total event attendance of over 90. The following days saw continued interest, with two additional adoptions on Saturday and nine on Sunday.
Another adoption event is planned for June 27-29 in Hamilton, encouraging further community engagement in wild horse adoption. For more details on future events in Montana and the Dakotas, interested individuals can visit the BLM’s official website.
