BLM to Host Upper Yellowstone Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event in Livingston
Park County Fairgrounds
46 View Vista Dr
Livingston, MT 59047
United States
Event Description
LIVINGSTON, Mont. — The BLM Montana/Dakotas will bring 41 wild horses and burros to the Upper Yellowstone Wild Horse & Burro Adoption Event, taking place June 6-8, 2025, at the Park County Fairgrounds in Livingston, Montana.
This event provides a unique opportunity to adopt wild yearlings, burros, and 4-5-year-old geldings, while also learning from experienced trainers on how to work with these incredible animals.
Event Schedule:
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June 6 – Public Viewing: 3 - 7 p.m.
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June 7 – Mustang Matt’s “Next Steps” Clinic: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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June 7 – First Come/First Serve Adoption Event: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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June 8 – First Come/First Serve Adoption Event: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
“By adopting a wild horse or burro, you are helping to maintain healthy rangelands and ensuring that these animals have a sustainable future,” said Patrick Merrill, BLM Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse & Burro Coordinator.
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 pmerrill@blm.gov.
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.