Title: Join the 2025 Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Event in Hamilton, Montana
HAMILTON, Mont. – The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas is launching its 2025 Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Event series with a kick-off in Hamilton, from May 2 to 4. The event will allow the public to adopt 37 wild horses, including yearlings, 2-5-year-old mares and geldings. Attendees can view the animals, participate in a silent auction, and experience a special “First Touch” training clinic led by Mustang Matt, a renowned mustang trainer. Admission is free.
Patrick Merrill, BLM Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse & Burro Coordinator, emphasized the significance of adopting these animals. "Wild horses and burros are living symbols of the American West, and by adopting one, you’re becoming part of a legacy of resilience and freedom," Merrill said. "These animals are smart, strong, and adaptable – making excellent companions for farms, ranches, or outdoor adventures."
The event schedule includes:
- May 2: Viewing and Silent Auction from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- May 3: Mustang Matt “First Touch” Clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- May 3 and 4: First Come/First Serve Adoption Event from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information, visit the BLM website.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Montana/Dakotas is set to launch its 2025 Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Event series in Hamilton from May 2 to 4. This event will feature the adoption of 37 wild horses, including various age groups, and will offer attendees the chance to view the animals, participate in a silent auction, and attend a special training clinic led by renowned trainer Mustang Matt. Admission to the event is free.
Patrick Merrill, the BLM’s Wild Horse & Burro Coordinator, highlighted the importance of adopting these animals, describing them as symbols of the American West. He emphasized that wild horses and burros are intelligent and adaptable, making them excellent companions for various activities, including farming and outdoor adventures.
The event schedule includes a viewing and silent auction on May 2, a “First Touch” training clinic on May 3, and a first-come, first-served adoption event on May 3 and 4. For more details, interested individuals can visit the BLM website.
