“Life is a long lesson in humility.” ~ James M Barrie
The path we are on to save the wild horses from the BLM is not one for the weak, nor is it one for the thin skinned, nor is it for the one with low self esteem – as you’ll need these aspects of character for when others try to tear you down.
As many of you know, last year and continuing into this year, vast numbers of our beautiful wild horses, supposedly protected by the Wild Horse and Burrow Act, are being rounded up and permanently removed from their centuries old homelands. We have been fortunate to visit a dozen of these wild horse herds across the western states. We have spent hundred of hours and taken thousands of images of two of the largest herds, Onaqui in Utah and Sand Wash Basin in Colorado, over that past 4 years. Many of the wild horse HMAs (Horse Management Area) have non-profits supported by volunteers, including the two I have mentioned. It has been increasingly hard to look at our wild horse images but I have decided it is time and will be featuring a different herd here and on other pages.
This was not my first time to the Sand Wash Basin but it was my first time photographing the wilds in the snow. I loved her fuzzie coat and the the back light across her head and back. Snowey Sunset
Not quite black and white, but I love the shades you get from dust.
A horse is the projection of peoples’ dreams about themselves – strong, powerful, beautiful – and it has the capability of giving us escape from our mundane existence.
– Pam Brown
Another visit with the wild horses in the Pine Nut Mountains. I always leave here filled with peace and mental sunshine.
STILL FREE
Every tragedy needs a hero… Well, here’s a whole band of them.
This is the run (in fact two runs) following the alarming fence flip which was posted earlier.
This dynamic family band, including two foals, is run into the trap by helicopter twice and makes a dramatic escape on both occasions, led by a defiant lead stallion.
When the band broke past the helicopter on their second escape, the 7.28 operation ended.
Stay wild
(Series includes seven pictures with individual captions)
American Wild Horse Campaign
WilsonAxpe Photography
Yesterday, 8/16/22 the BLM was unable to capture any wild horses from the Triple B Complex due to helicopter mechanical issues. However, before the day began on our way to the trap site, we saw a beautiful herd of wild horses running together across the open range.
We hope they made it far, far away.
Photos by Nenah Demunster
Warning ⚠️
Media Release WARNING ALARMING PHOTOS Do not be alarmed by Trajectory rods, they are what indicates at what angle a horse is shot and whether by helicopter.
Following advice from a member, we arranged for Dean Marsland to go up to where shot Brumbies were reported. Dean accompanied our local contact, and was able to take a lot of photos. The majority of photos have been sent to the Victorian Ombudsman in support of the Complaint on foot. I have also sent photos to RSPCA because of the cruelty aspect and I hope they will investigate, as they should do. A map has been provided with GPS entries.
However, we believe the Brumby Community have a right to know what is going on and why I am making this post with these few photos. They may be shared but please acknowledge Dean Marsland and Brumby Action Group. Please come to the Rally on Saturday and voice your protest.
What we found from the photos and Dean’s use of trajectory rods is that we believe the Brumbies were all shot from a helicopter, save for the little filly. This puts rest to the question mark over “who shot the Brumbies.” We know who use helicopters.
The grey mare took only one gut shot. She had no head or chest shot. Use of trajectory rod confirms she was shot from a helicopter. She aborted. We believe the little dependant filly was shot later on ground, how much later? She may have stood by her mother for days.
Dean also believes as the stallion had a back shot and a neck shot trajectory rod indicates he may have been shot down from the helicopter then lingered, also waiting for a ground crew.
What is clear, this has been a cruel and inhumane event. It is unnecessary for many reasons. EOI from rehomers have been knocked back. There is no excuse for gross cruelty. There will be others. We want this shooting to stop NOW.
Photos have also been sent to Bill Tilley MP, Wendy Lovell MP and Beverley McArthur MP.
Oct 24 2022
To everyone looking to adopt a Sand Wash Basin horse. The ages are not right on the online adoption and the BLM has aged many of the horses way off. Please reference these pages compiled by the Sand Wash Advocate team for the correct info.
The M Files 