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Over the past 10 years, BLM Idaho has placed more than 1,000 wild horses and burros into private care through what is now known as the Forever Branded partnership. Building on the success of Mustang Mania, the program pairs approved trainers with adopted wild horses or burros in January or February, launching a months-long journey of training and preparation for competition at the Branded Bonanza event, scheduled for August 7–9 this year.
The Bureau of Land Management’s Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse and Burro Program held a successful adoption event May 2-4, 2025, placing 26 wild horses into new homes, out of the 36 animals offered.
Have you ever wondered what adopting a wild horse or burro is really like? Meet Emily and Sarah Harris, sisters who share a deep passion for wild horses and all things equestrian.
The BLM Comprehensive Animal Welfare Program (CAWP) team recently released its latest evaluation of the BLM High Plains District’s Wheatland Off-Range Corral, giving the facility an impressive 97% compliance rating.