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Adopt a wild horse or donkey this weekend at Monroe event

Wild horse for adoption 8 YEAR OLD SORREL FEMALE HORSE (0262) If you have questions regarding the status of your application or pickup options send an email to blm_es_inet_adoption@blm.gov. This mare is UN-TOUCHED with NO training. She is eligible for the Adoption Incentive Program – for more information on this program, go to https://go.usa.gov/xmBgm The pictures and video of this horse were taken on July 2nd, 2024. Adoption will begin on 8/19 at 4pm MST, event ends on 8/28 at 4pm MST. No Bidding, use the Buy Now $125 feature. Please note, this animal is available for pick up at the Boise prep facility on September 13th or 14th. Any additional hauling is on the adopter. (Bureau of Land Management)
(Bureau of Land Management)

MONROE, N.C. — This weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to buy a wild horse or donkey.

The Bureau of Land Management is hosting an adoption event at Monroe’s Simpson Center. Around 100 animals are expected to be available for adoption.

According to our partners at the Charlotte Observer, there will be 85 wild horses and 10 wild burros available. They cost $125 each.

The animals come from the bureau’s efforts to manage the population on western public lands.

The sale runs Thursday through Saturday.

There are a few requirements that must be met before purchase; click here to learn more.

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