Jake Harvath, along with his mustangs Bella, Denver, and Eddy, completed a 6,000-mile, 14-month journey across the U.S. to raise awareness about the wild horse crisis. The trio faced challenges such as traffic and even swimming across the Delaware River. Jake’s goal was to showcase the value of mustangs as companions and work horses in the modern world, hoping to inspire others to adopt Bureau of Land Management mustangs.
Upon completing his journey, Jake was welcomed back by friends, family, and supporters at Sage Creek Equestrian Center in Charleston, Utah. His efforts not only raised awareness about the wild horse crisis but also inspired interest in the BLM’s adoption program. Jake’s journey highlighted the importance of adoption as a solution to the wild horse crisis, as the BLM struggles to manage the overpopulation of wild horses and burros.
Despite facing challenges and obstacles, Jake’s journey was made possible by the support of strangers, farmers, and ranchers along the way. He plans to continue advocating for wild horses and sharing stories from his journey through social media and other platforms. Jake’s successful ride not only set a possible record for the longest continuous horse pack trip in the U.S. but also brought people together and showcased the resilience and capabilities of mustangs.
