BLM WHB hearing set for Feb. 15
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two weanlings as part of their new student horse program
last November. (BLM photo.)
(BILLINGS, Mont.) – The BLM would like to hear your comments regarding the use of motorized vehicles and aircraft in managing wild horses and burros on BLM lands in Montana and the Dakotas.
A public hearing will be held on Feb. 15 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the BLM Montana/Dakotas State Office, 5001 Southgate Drive, in Billings.
Motorized vehicles could be used to obtain population estimates, collect monitoring information, apply fertility control treatments, transport animals and gather excess wild horses. Before motorized vehicles can be used, a public hearing is required in order to comply with Section 404 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act.
For more information, contact BLM Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse and Burro Program Lead Jerrie Bertola at 406) 896-5223.
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.