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| Wildlife Watching > Pauls Valley Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Center (OK) |
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Location Approximately 45 miles south of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Description Stretching across 200 acres of land covered with lush green grass, the Pauls Valley Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Center provides wild horses and burros with a natural and safe environment before their placement in new homes. The lands on which the wild horses and burros graze are divided into eight pastures, which can hold a maximum of 500 animals. The number of animals residing on-site varies throughout the year, depending on the number of BLM adoption events held in other states. Equipped to care for the animals on a daily basis, the facility is also set up to provide emergency care when needed. Directions From Oklahoma City, travel south on Interstate 35 to exit 74, Kimberlin Road. Head west 0.25 mile and then north 0.25 mile to the Pauls Valley Facility. The center can be seen from the Interstate. Visitor Activities Wild horse and burro viewing and interpretation. Special Features Monthly adoptions are held at the center on the second Tuesday of each month. Permits, Fees, Limitations Admission is free. The public is welcome to attend adoptions and learn more about the competitive bid process. Adopters must be 18 years of age, have no animal abuse records, and have suitable facilities that will accommodate a wild horse or burro. There are minimum adoption fees. Accessibility The facility and viewing location are accessible by vehicle. The packed-earth entrance and walk-up areas may not be suitable for wheelchairs during wet seasons. Camping and Lodging There are no camping facilities on-site. The closest lodging is in Pauls Valley, 2 miles away on exit 72 off Interstate 35. Food and Supplies There are no vendors on-site, except during monthly adoption events. Food and supplies are available in Pauls Valley. First Aid The nearest hospital is in Pauls Valley. Additional Information Contact Information BLM - Oklahoma Field Office 221 North Service Road Moore, OK 73160 Tel: (405) 794-9624 Fax: (405) 790-1050 http://www.nm.blm.gov/okfo/wh_b/wh_b.html
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Wild horses and burros on public lands are recognized as a “living legacy” of the West. Over the course of BLM’s 30-year adoption program, more than 185,000 animals have found their way into the hearts of recreational riders, as well as western and English show arenas. Burros have been successfully used as guard and companion animals, as well as for mountain packing. (Feran Revard-Anderson, BLM Oklahoma Field Office)
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