Humane Solutions for Wild Horse Populations

Protecting and Enhancing Habitats for America's Wild Horses

Proper habitat stewardship is essential for the survival and well-being of wild horses and burros. By protecting and improving their natural habitats, we ensure these magnificent animals have the space and resources they need to thrive. Learn how AWHC is leading efforts to safeguard and enhance wild horse habitats across the American West.

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The Importance of Habitat Stewardship

Discover why protecting and enhancing habitats is crucial for the future of wild horses and burros.

Habitat Loss

Rapid development and land use changes are shrinking the habitats available to wild horses and burros. This loss of habitat leads to overcrowding, resource depletion, and increased conflicts with human activities. Protecting existing habitats and expanding them is vital for the survival of these animals.

Resource Competition

Wild horses and burros often share their habitats with livestock, leading to competition for limited resources like water and forage. This competition can degrade the quality of the habitat and threaten the health of wild horse populations. Effective habitat stewardship involves managing and balancing these competing interests.

Environmental Degradation

Overgrazing, mining, and other human activities can lead to significant environmental degradation. This impacts not only wild horses and burros but also the entire ecosystem. Habitat stewardship aims to mitigate these impacts and promote sustainable land use practices that benefit all wildlife.

Climate Change

Climate change poses a growing threat to wild horse habitats, altering water availability, vegetation patterns, and the overall ecosystem. Proactive habitat stewardship is necessary to adapt to these changes and ensure that wild horses and burros can continue to thrive in their natural environments.

Marlon Reis
Kaitlynn Carter
Suzanne Roy
Scott WIlson
American Wild Horse Conservation is a national leader in using fertility control to keep Wild Horse populations from increasing to the point where the BLM historically employs roundups and removals. I am beyond grateful for this amazing organization’s leadership and participation, without which the [Colorado] Wild Horse Project would not have come to fruition.
Marlon Reis
First Gentleman of Colorado
I wanted to get involved with AWHC when I saw videos of wild horses getting rounded up by helicopters. These animals are majestic in the wild; seeing them forced into captivity is heartbreaking and cruel. The government can do better, and I’m looking forward to educating the American public and working to keep wild horses in the wild.
Kaitlynn Carter
Ambassador
American Wild Horse Conservation is more than a campaign. We are reforming wild horse and burro protection across the American West, expanding protected natural habitats in places like Fish Springs, Nevada, and setting the conservation standard through the world’s leading wild horse fertility control initiative. We have a new model for wild horse protection through conservation.
Suzanne Roy
Executive Director
There are currently 62,000 wild horses and burros in long term holding. This year, the BLM intends to remove an additional 20,000 from public rangelands, with the North Lander animals to account for 14% of those.
Scott WIlson
Director of Strategy and Awareness

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Our Commitment to Habitat Stewardship

Discover how AWHC is leading the way in protecting and enhancing habitats for wild horses and burros.

Land Acquisition and Protection

AWHC's Land Trust initiative focuses on acquiring and protecting key habitats for wild horses and burros. By securing these lands, we ensure that wild horses have the space they need to roam freely and sustainably.

  • Strategic Acquisitions: Securing critical habitats
  • Long-Term Protection: Ensuring permanent conservation
  • Expanding Ranges: Increasing available habitat for wild horses
  • Collaborative Efforts: Partnering with conservation organizations

Habitat Restoration Projects

AWHC is actively involved in habitat restoration projects that improve the quality of wild horse and burro environments. These projects include reseeding native plants, improving water sources, and mitigating the impacts of human activities.

  • Restoration Initiatives: Rehabilitating degraded lands
  • Water Source Improvement: Ensuring reliable water access
  • Native Plant Reseeding: Promoting healthy vegetation
  • Sustainable Practices: Implementing eco-friendly land use

Advocacy and Policy Influence

AWHC advocates for policies that prioritize habitat protection and sustainable land use. By influencing legislation and working with policymakers, we aim to create a legal framework that supports long-term habitat stewardship.

  • Policy Advocacy: Promoting habitat protection laws
  • Legislative Efforts: Working with lawmakers to secure funding and support
  • Public Awareness: Educating the public about the importance of habitat stewardship
  • Coalition Building: Partnering with other organizations to amplify our impact

Stay Informed and Take Action

Learn how AWHC is actively implementing solutions to protect wild horses and burros, ensuring their well-being and preserving their natural habitats.