The Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) National Wild Horse & Burro Adoption schedule is tentative. Dates/Locations may change without notice. Contact the BLM prior to event to re-confirm schedule.
Arizona Adoption Locations
February 24-26 Apache Junction - Rodeo Grounds
March 23-25 Yuma (Location TBD)
April 27-29 Tucson - Pima County Fairgrounds
May 18-20 Wickenburg - Everett-Bowman Rodeo Arena
August 17-19 Flagstaff - Hay and Grain Arena
**Dates and locations subject to change. Contact the BLM to confirm.**
Adoption Event Schedule
Friday
9am to 5pm - Site Open
View Animals
Apply to Adopt
Register for Silent Bids
Saturday
9am to 5pm - Site Open
Register for Bidding
Silent Bids Accepted (during two rounds of bidding)
Adopt-a-Buddy Lottery (adopt one additional buddy horse for only $25)
Sunday
9am to 3pm - Site Open
Adopt Remaining Animals and Load for Transport Home
All animals adopted must be picked up by 3pm on Sunday in an approved trailer. Adopters provide transportation, halter, and lead rope for each animal adopted.
Visit the BLM National Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Schedule for dates and locations nationwide.
For application, adoption procedures or more information call our toll-free number 1-866-4MUSTANGS (866-468-7826), in Phoenix (623) 580-5500, or visit our website:
http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/wild_horse_and_burro.html