BLM to Host Bitterroot Valley Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event
Matt Bischof Training Facility
736 Alvista Loop
Hamilton, MT 59840
United States
Event Description
HAMILTON, Mont. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Montana/Dakotas invites the public to participate in the Bitterroot Valley Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event, June 28-29, 2025, at the Matt Bischof Training Facility in Hamilton, Montana.
This event will offer 40+ wild horses and burros, including yearlings, 4-5-year-old mares and geldings.
Event Schedule:
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June 27 – Viewing and application submission: 4 - 7 p.m.
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June 28 – Mustang Matt’s “Next Steps” Clinic: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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June 28 – First Come/First Serve Adoption Event: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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June 29 – First Come/First Serve Adoption Event: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
“Adopting a wild horse or burro is more than just taking home an animal—it’s about forging an unbreakable bond through patience, training, and trust,” said Patrick Merrill, BLM Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse & Burro Coordinator. “Many adopters say it’s one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives.”
Applications can be submitted in advance at the Wild Horse and Burro Online Corral. For more information about adoption requirements visit https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2023-01/BLM_WHB_AdoptionRequirementsFlyer-508.pdf. For event details, contact Patrick Merrill at 406-720-0385 or [email protected].
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.