2026 Bordo Atravesado Wild Horse Gather
Purpose of Gather:
The purpose of the gather is to remove approximately 26 wild horses from the Bordo Atravesado HMA, which would reduce the wild horse population growth rates to Appropriate Management Level ranges.
Details of Gather:
The BLM will conduct gather operations utilizing bait and water to attract animals into existing corrals in the area. No helicopters will be used.
Public Observation:
Because of the nature of the water gathering method, wild horses are reluctant to approach the site when there is too much activity. Therefore, only essential gather operation personnel will be present at the site during operations.
Adoption Information:
All animals identified for removal will be placed into the BLM Wild Horse and Burro adoption program. Horses will be checked and monitored by a veterinarian and BLM staff, and made ready for adoption to qualified homes.
Background:
The Bordo Atravesado Horse Management Area is approximately 15 miles northeast of Socorro, New Mexico. A wild horse herd has been present in the area since at least the early 1950s. Bordo Atravesado horses are generally buckskins, roans, grays, palominos, bays, sorrels, and a few black horses
- Daily Gather Reports
As of May 20, 2026
No updates.
Gather Status
As of May 20, 2026
No updates.