The Wild at Work

BLM Mustangs Do it All

Picture the rugged terrain of eastern Oregon, wind streaming through the manes of a band of horses that have never known the touch of a human hand. It is an iconic image of beauty and power and the American West.

The majesty of mustangs is just one part of their appeal. After generations of living in the wild, these descendents of the Spanish settlers’ horses are hardy, hardworking animals that offer an incredibly rewarding experience for everyone from new horse owners to established trainers.

A Blank Canvas

Those who work with mustangs know that one of the best-kept secrets in the horse training world is the mustang’s ultimate trainability. Now the secret is out: life in the wild has created a horse with sturdy legs and feet, a quick mind, and no bad habits left over from previous mismanagement. Often referred to as “a blank canvas for the art of training,” mustangs are preferred by many therapeutic riding programs, including the Adaptive Riding Institute in Oregon, because of this ultimate trainability and great patience.

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