BLM to host Bitterroot Valley wild horse and burro adoption event
Matt Bischof Training Facility
736 Alvista Loop
Hamilton, MT 59840
United States
Event Description
HAMILTON, Mont. — The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas invites the public to participate in the Bitterroot Valley wild forse and burro adoption event, June 27-29, 2025, at the Matt Bischof Training Facility in Hamilton, Montana.
This event will offer 40+ wild horses and burros.
Event Schedule:
June 27 – Adoptions (First come, first served): 3 - 7 p.m.
June 28 – Adoptions (First come, first served): 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
June 29 – Adoptions (First come, first served): 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
June 29 – Mustang Matt "Next Steps" Clinic: 10 a.m. – 2 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 and 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.
The BLM manages about 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.