Jack, 

We have a lot of information to share with you in this week’s edition of eNews! Please read on for an update on Theodore Roosevelt National Park's historic wild horses, an opportunity for you to take action on behalf of our wild herds, and some useful tips for spotting wild horses while you're on your next trip out west!

Read on to learn more.

An Update on Theodore Roosevelt National Park's Historic Wild Horses

Advocates, like you, continue to rally support from Congress to preserve the approximately 200 wild horses inhabiting North Dakota’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park, as a decision looms regarding their future. At the same time, Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) introduced language that was included in the recently passed budget bill that strongly urges the National Park Service to keep the horses in place and that could potentially block funding for their removal. AWHC is grateful to Sen. Hoeven for speaking up for this historic herd. As we await the Park Service’s decision, we stand ready to take action to defend the beloved Teddy Roosevelt horses from any plan that calls for their eradication.

Where to Find Wild Horses and Essential Etiquette Tips for Your Trip Out West

Photo by Tandin Chapman

As spring rolls in, painting the world with longer days and bursts of wildflowers, it's the perfect time to start planning your getaway to the American West. And what better adventure than seeking out the wild horses and burros that call these vast landscapes home? Before you hit the trails, though, it's worth brushing up on where to find these incredible equines and the do's and don'ts of horse-spotting etiquette. Armed with your camera and a sense of adventure, get ready to trek through the untamed beauty of the West. Just remember to tread lightly, and give the horses their space!

Demand Cameras on Helicopters

Photo by WilsonAxpe PhotoAdvocacy

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has paused helicopter roundups of wild horses during foaling season. However, these operations will resume in July, aiming to capture over 11,000 wild horses and burros, including many young foals. To ensure oversight during these operations, it's crucial to demand the BLM to install cameras on every helicopter and every wrangler involved in the roundups and to make those recordings publicly available. Take action now to advocate for transparency and accountability for the summer roundup season!

Thanks for reading, Jack. And thank you for continuing to stand up for our cherished wild horses and burros!

— Team AWHC