Inner Compass

High adventure, some call high risk, has been plentiful in this life. At my core a grounded and innate constant. This active awareness of our interconnectedness which I arrived with back on this day in 1966, remains my inner compass. Truth in being, our oneness in energy, trust in that often unseen. One love is a simple fact and engages all. 

 Wild Love Note, 2010

That said, it seems a good day to re-share this timeless message from 2010 upon inception of Wild Love Preserve. This project being an integral extension of my way of life, art and work.

"I am all the forces with which I come in contact. I am the wind and the rain. The stars, the light, the in between. The waves, the trees, the animals and winged ones. The thundering hooves. We are one. Resonate with One.

May your days be filled with good energy and the joy of new and deeper truths and discoveries. May eyes, hearts and arms open to the reality of the family we are: reflections of one another. One, simply in different packages - whether you or I, he or she, the animals, birds or trees, the water, the wind.

May the wild, stay wild. The free, roam free. May the thrill of Universal oneness fill all with compassion and understanding, rising above all drawn lines. May all humans, the two-legged ones, come to fully understand that we are but a mere part of the whole, and that within that whole lies a very delicate balance, which must be respected, now and forever, for all generations to come.

As humans we have a responsibility, and we have a choice. To walk this earth must not be taken for granted. It is our responsibility to protect and care for the land. To respect the earth and all its’ inhabitants, acting with conscience and awareness. One does not harm that which one respects, for it is understood one only harms oneself in the process, and in turn impacts the whole.

Life requires our participation, to fully engage. Wild Love Preserve is about all of us, as a whole, a reflection of our humanity. Wild Love chooses to be that which we wish to see in our mirror: love, respect, compassion, understanding, tolerance, and the appreciation of lessons learned versus mistakes repeated. Wild Love believes in our better selves. We are stronger together and can achieve more by opening doors and walking in versus turning our backs. At times it may seem easier to turn a blind eye, however that comes with consequence. We are all in this life, this conscious state, together... so together, let's fly.”  

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“Wild Love Preserve is named such because it is dedicated to the greater good of our wild planet, now and for future generations, centering on humanity, compassion, sustainability, two-legged accountability and our responsibility to the whole.” 

- Andrea Maki, WLP Founder

Wild Red

A TRIBUTE TO THE ONE AND ONLY, WILD RED (STALLION), FEATURED IN ALL ANIMALS MAGAZINE, JULY/AUGUST 2014.

Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve loved horses. As a professional artist, I often incorporate photographs I’ve taken of horses into mixed-media pieces. It was through my art that I learned about the plight of wild horses in the United States and the annual roundups that have resulted in more than 50,000 wild mustangs in government holding facilities throughout the West.

In 2010, I founded the Wild Love Preserve in Central Idaho dedicated to the Challis wild horse herd. I took this photo one summer evening after trekking across the bridge to watch two bands on the preserve. Wild Red charged across the field toward me, dust flying, in all his wild glory. He stopped about 30 feet away before sidestepping, shaking his mane and tail and snickering. Then he charged back to continue defending his mares from the white-masked stallion (seen in the background). Wild Red has since passed away, but I’ll never forget his wonderful theatrics.

-Andrea Maki

SODA Wildfire Wrap

Friends… As we start this holiday weekend in the US, the Idaho BLM emergency gathers due to the SODA Wildfire SW of Boise conclude. I want to send out a special note of acknowledgement and appreciation to everyone who has rallied in support of the affected Idaho Wilds. Please know you make a positive difference in a multitude of ways and your support will continue to matter and be felt.

In total 279 Idaho wild horses were brought in from Sands Basin, Hardtrigger and Black Mountain HMAs. They will temporarily reside at the Boise Wild Horse Corrals which were modified to address numbers and circumstances, When their home habitats recover they will be returned to their respective herd management areas. Yesterday 61 wild horse supporters visited the Boise Wild Horse Corrals.

It is no surprise, that wild horses on the Sands Basin HMA continued to evade removal efforts. 28 of roughly 70 Sands Basin wilds were removed, so Idaho BLM will return to set hay and water traps in effort to bring in remaining wild horses. Because Sands Basin was a total loss to wildfire and winter seems to be coming early, these wild horses will not have sufficient forage if they were to be left on home range. Human intervention is a tricky thing and this situation proves a challenging catch-22. We don’t want to see wilds brought into temporary corrals, yet loss of vegetation to wildfires leaves inadequate conditions through winter. It’s really tough.

While Hardtrigger and Sands Basin HMAs were a total loss,1/3 of the Black Mountain HMA was scorched, therefore Idaho BLM released the low AML number of wild horses back home yesterday. Approximately 42 Black Mountain wild horses will remain on range until the rest can join back up with them when vegetation is sufficient. Let’s hope in this instance, it will be by summer 2016 due to only 1/3 of range loss.

We will continue to bring you updates as activity plays out, not only with Sands Basin wild horses, but with all Idaho Wilds in temporary residence at the Boise Wild Horse Corrals. For original details that brought us here, please visit WLP SODA Wildfire Report published in The Dodo: http://bit.ly/dodo-sodafire

In closing, please continue to focus energy on these Idaho Wilds. While safe, and cared for, it is not easy for them to be in this limited space. Your clear visualizations of protection, good health, strength and patience, will serve as a collectively powerful force. Your compassion and action are appreciated beyond measure.

Andrea Maki, Wild Love Preserve 

#‎SodaFireGather

Skin In The Game

This post is rooted in a promise to share this bit of the WLP journey. Yesterday a guy at my hand rehab session was asking me about what I do, my busted hand, etc, and Wild Love Preserve. He responded with, “Sometimes, it takes a girl to be a man." 

In our conversation I mentioned it wasn't my style to share details of hiccups. He replied, “You’re wearing your unwavering dedication to those wild horses for the world to see. Be proud of those scars and promise me you'll share your story with others. People need to hear about your resilience.”

So, I’m keeping my word. Back in July 2013, I busted multiple bones in my left hand while we were trimming our adopted Challis wild horse’s hooves. We had to trim the hooves of our WLP wilds because I had yet to rally the financial support to acquire our wild expanse. Once we turn WLP wilds back out to their native habitat hooves will again wear naturally.

Skin in the game comes in various forms. Donations and grants haven’t fully covered project expenditures, so I’ve accessed my resources to cover corral leases, hay, vet bills and monthly BLM required compliance checks. As result I wasn’t in a financial position to have the recommended surgery to repair my hand at the time of injury. Instead it was “grin and bear it” style as the doctor pressured bones back into place and set my hand and arm in a cast. As it turned out, bones slipped and I’ve had a bum left hand for the last two years.

Skip to June 2015, I was a bit surprised to learn my only option for recovering most, but not all, of my hand function, required having bones re-busted, re-aligned, plates and screws installed. So on July 29, two years after my original busted bones, I had a do-over with hand surgery, followed by stringent hand rehab therapy. I haven’t been able to make a fist for the last couple years, so, to say the least, I am over the moon about getting my hand back. No matter the discomfort, I’ve got my eye on the prize and by the end of the year should be good to go!

While I find it awkward to share this personal bit, I do agree with wearing scars proudly. One needs to own their path, and my scars result from helping others and saving wild lives. I am fiercely adamant about integrity, taking action, walking one’s talk and follow through, and have always operated outside of the box giving a 150%. In the case of Wild Love Preserve, this laser-focus has been on the creation of a new model in protecting and preserving native wild horses on home turf in a lasting manner. Relevant to note, Wild Love Preserve programs have also saved American taxpayers $7.5 million since 21013.

The lasting preservation of native wild horses matters. Project Wild Love Preserve is a multi-faceted venture with great challenges, and countless twists and turns. When you believe in something, and when it really matters, you've gotta dive in, get dirty and stay true to your inner compass. Keep your eye on the end game, and never let others undermine your efforts. 

Follow your heart, simple.

Andrea Maki, Founder, Wild Love Preserve

SODA Wildfire Update

WLP Update: SODA Wildfire + Impacted Idaho Wild Horses

Friends… as promised, we are offering this update to our WLP report from August 21 regarding the SODA Wildfire SW of Boise and impacted Idaho Wilds.

The Idaho BLM will begin emergency gathers in the morning on impacted Hardtrigger, Sands Basin and Black Mountain Herd Management Areas (HMAs). In total 285,000 acres of SW Idaho rangeland has burned, including the entirety of Hardtrigger and Sands Basin HMAs. Read initial WLP Special Report for SODA wildfire devastation details posted in The Dodo: http://bit.ly/dodo-sodafire

There will be one public observation day on August 27 as gather begins on Sands Basin HMA. There is a suitable pocket of unburned vegetation where Idaho BLM feels they can situate interested public without causing disruption and additional stress to wild horses.

In total, approximately 285 horses will be removed. All wilds on Hardtrigger and Sands Basin HMAs will be removed due to total loss of their range and vegetation, and roughly 65 wild horses will be removed from Black Mountain HMA which saw a 1/3 of rangeland lost to fire. Approximately 15 wild horses will be returned to Black Mountain to reflect low-AML (Appropriate Management Level) of 30 wilds for the this HMA.

Idaho Wilds will be moved to the Boise Corrals which are situated on 20 acres. Due to Idaho wilds extended stay while rangeland recovers, required care and monitoring, these pens have been re-designed and enlarged to handle this number of wild horses, which totals 101,375+ square feet of corral space.

While WLP had advocated for keeping family bands together, Idaho BLM feels it is not feasible to keep them intact due to risk of infighting, resulting injury, and because they will NOT be gelding wild horses to be returned to their respective HMAs, hence separation also remedies any extracurricular activity (breeding) while in temporary facilities. That said, wild moms and their babes will remain together, and for that we are very appreciative. Idaho BLM will offer public tours at the Boise Wild Horse Corrals on Monday, August 31 from 1- 2 p.m.

In closing here is a recent photo from the range taken by the Idaho Burned Area Emergency Response Team, along with photo above from our initial WLP report. We will continue to update as this situation progresses, and thank you again for your kindness, support, patience and understanding as logistics continue to unfold. 

Andrea Maki, Founder/President. Wild Love Preserve

Read as Published in The Dodo: http://bit.ly/dodo-sodafire

SODA Wildfire 2015

SPECIAL REPORT: SODA WILDFIRE 2015 + IMPACTED IDAHO WILDS

Dear Friends,

As many are already aware, Wild Love Preserve is rooted in bringing all stakeholders together in a new light, opening fluid lines of communication and finding common ground on behalf our greater whole and the lasting preservation of our beloved wild horses. Over the last five years Wild Love Preserve has engaged public and private lands to address all facets of regional wild horse management on home turf in Central Idaho, from our adopted 130 Challis, Idaho wild horses to our collaborative work on the range with the BLM and WLP Volunteers. In addition to the Challis Herd Management Area (HMA), Wild Love Preserve advocates and works with the Idaho BLM regarding all six wild horse HMAs in Idaho state. That said, in response to countless inquiries, we will be sharing information and updates regarding Idaho wild horses impacted by the SODA Wildfire in SW Idaho, to include Hardtrigger, Sands Basin and Black Mountain HMAs.

The SODA Wildfire no longer burns, however the devastation left in its wake is heart-wrenching and very hard to swallow. Wild horses are stressed, fearful and confused by the wildfire, fire suppression activities, and now lack of forage on their home lands. The range is a sea of charred black vegetation. On August 14, twenty-seven wild horses were lost on the Hardtrigger HMA, overtaken by wildfire in an area where gates had been opened by the BLM. Wilds were found on both sides of the fence, along with coyotes, rabbits and other wildlife unable to outrun the fast-moving intensity of this wind-driven range fire. It is extremely challenging to go there in ones mind and feel this situation unfolding, but still, I wish to ask everyone to please take a moment and honor all lost in this natural disaster.

At this time logistics continue to unfold rapidly in response to this emergency state. The well-beings of stressed, injured and displaced wilds are paramount, time is of the essence. There are approximately 70 wild horses on the Sands Basin HMA, 150 wilds on the Hardtrigger HMA, and 80 on the Black Mountain HMA. In the best interest of the wilds, Idaho BLM is initiating emergency gathers that will begin in the next week or so. This is going to require complete removal on the Sands Basin and Hardtrigger HMAs because of wildfire burning the entirety of both HMAs. As for Black Mountain HMA, Idaho BLM will remove down to the low-AML count of approximately 30 wilds in response to roughly 1/3 of this HMA being burned.  

Wild horses will be returned to their respective HMAs once rehabilitation and range recovery has taken place. Based on past range fires and forage recovery, this could be 1-2 years. It is likely that many horses are going to need special attention (supplements, vet care, etc.) for several months due to the fire, trauma, conditions and stress they have experienced. That said, this initial care will require temporary corral settings so they can be observed, monitored and provided with the care they may need on a daily basis. Again, this is all unfolding and it is yet unknown what to fully expect regarding health conditions and recovery times. Discussions of temporarily keeping them in larger corral settings after recovery will happen in time, but it is impossible to have all these logistics and answers right now, therefore WLP will share regular updates as things progress.

At this moment, one of Idaho BLM’s primary considerations for this emergency gather is situating bait traps as close as possible to the horses in order to minimize further exertion, panic and stress. There is great consideration being given to honoring public viewing opportunities, however all hiding cover has been burned to the ground. That said, I would like to make a personal request with all due respect to rightfully concerned advocates, asking to please, please keep in mind the precarious circumstances at hand and trauma these wild horses have already experienced. All movement right now is extremely delicate and risky due to the wilds panicked state. While Idaho BLM is still assessing whether public viewing during emergency gathers will be possible, please be understanding if this ends up being problematic and know actions are not intended as calculative, but rather trying to best address wild horse safety. There will be observation tours available at the Boise Wild Horse Corrals beginning a few days after the start of the emergency gathers.

In closing, the photograph included with this report, of a lone wild mare amidst a sea of charred black range, speaks volumes. Thank you for your understanding, kindness, patience and heart during this very difficult time. Your good energy and support makes a world of difference and is truly appreciated.

Andrea Maki, Founder/President. Wild Love Preserve

Read as Published in The Dodo: http://bit.ly/dodo-sodafire

Sweet Apache

My sweet Apache is the first Challis wild I adopted in December 2012, following the October 2012 Challis BLM Helicopter Roundup. She's a very sensitive gal and all about one-on-one visits versus group hellos. Notice how she artfully checks the positioning of others and her surroundings before coming my way. Many wonderful wilds have since followed - all respected, treasured and loved - but this is where it started. True, lasting, wild love.   -Andrea Maki, WLP Founder

Video ©2015 Andrea Maki, Music by Eagleheart

Sydney and Her Wild Band

Two years ago, our iddy-biddy Sydney gave us a serious and recurring scare when she got kicked in the side of her face at two-months old, leaving her left facial muscles paralyzed for some time. It was touch and go, and for over a year she required extra care and attention, growing much slower than the rest. Thankfully "our little engine that could" was a spitfire at heart, and now she is all grown-up, healthy and a happy wild! 

Video ©Andrea Maki 2015. Music by Eagleheart.

We are forever thankful for this wild wonder's wonder and her most loving and adorable personality. She will always be our most beloved little Sydney. The grey and white wild beauty at the end of the video-clip is Sydney's mom, Robin, who was often an absentee parent, so we are thrilled they are running the same circle again.

WLP and YEP Partner

WLP and Y.E.P. missions compliment each other well and we are very pleased to join together on behalf of our inclusive well-beings. Wild Love Preserve and Salmon, Idaho's Youth Employment Program have partnered to offer an expanse of opportunities which serve to benefit Idaho wild places, youth employment and education programs, and local communities in a current and lasting manner.

The Youth Employment Program was founded in 1994 by Executive Director, Steve Adams, and remains based in Salmon, Idaho. Y.E.P. is a non-profit organization created to foster an atmosphere of educational development and provide employment opportunities for young adults in local communities. 

For over twenty years Y.E.P. has been making a positive difference in the lives of Idaho youth and the local communities where they live and work.

The Y.E.P. mission is to provide young people with first time structured jobs that teach positive working skills and habits which will serve them throughout life. Y.E.P. young people also experience the positive reward of getting paid for a job well done. Most of these work projects take place in an outdoor setting and build self-reliant leaders and team members.  Completing these challenging work projects develops our young men and women into self-confident and contributing adults. In addition, Y.E.P. government agency office positions give excellent grounding in the world of management.

Wild Gratitude

Gratitude looks like this.: More Hellos from WLP's 130 Rescued Challis/Idaho Wilds

No doubt, the greatest reward in rescuing wild lives is the lasting love, loyalty, mutual respect and appreciation returned by wild hearts.

This Love is Wild. 

Video ©2015 Andrea Maki/Music © BC Smith

Wild Hellos

A Special Collection of Wild Hellos from WLP's 130 Wilds

Gratitude looks like this. By far, the greatest reward in rescuing wild lives is the lasting love, loyalty, mutual respect and appreciation returned by wild hearts. 

Wild hellos, truth, humor and love are treasured forever and beyond compare.

Enjoy the wonderfulness in this special collection video of wild loves that directly benefit from your support in a lasting manner.

Video ©Andrea Maki 2015. Music © BC Smith.

Support WLP's 130 Rescued Wilds Today

Horsetalk Magazine

Sharing a nice treat: Wild Love Preserve and our work in Central Idaho featured in Horsetalk International Magazine out of New Zealand.  

Read Story:  "Call of the Wild Horses in Idaho: Preserving of an American Icon"

"By design, WLP's collaborative conservation efforts offer a feasible option to existing BLM helicopter roundups, integrate total range health, balance with indigenous wildlife, and livestock where applicable.”  -Andrea Maki

Sustainable management, saving wild lives, indigenous habitat and tax dollars are very doable and where it's at, public support makes a lasting difference.  Thank you for joining with us.

Read Full Story: http://bit.ly/1UFypAr

American Heritage

As we observe July 4, we recognize a key figure in our history. The iconic wild mustang is pure Americana, symbolizing unbridled freedom, power, determination, and the Wild West. Our wildness resonates deep within and is essential to our whole, we would be amiss without it. Wild Love Preserve's preservation of this American icon speaks to our greater good and collective well-being by way of bridging divides and bringing stakeholders together in a new light.

Located in Central Idaho, the Challis Herd Management Area (HMA) is home to numerous bands of the Challis Wild Horse Herd. This unique expanse of multi-use public land encompasses 154,150 acres of high desert wilderness rich in native wildlife and habitat, outdoor recreation and connection, as well as grazing allotments for livestock. While there exists a mixed array of wild horse bloodlines and regional history, our universal evolution reveals that the North American continent is the original birthplace of equus, making wild horses a native species. Most notable being the Hagerman Horse of Idaho.

The Hagerman Horse is a North American species of equid from the Pliocene and Pleistocene periods, first appearing 3.5 million years ago. Hagerman fossils, discovered in 1928 by an Idaho rancher, represent the oldest widely-accepted remains of the genus Equus and are proudlyrecognized as the State Fossil of Idaho. Prior to the extinction of North American horses 10,000 years ago, many wild horses had drifted across the Bering Land Bridge to Eurasia, proving advantageous for man. The horse’s return to indigenous soil came with European explorers by sea. The horse has been instrumental in humankind’s survival and development and in turn we owe great respect, gratitude and debt to our counterpart, Horse.

Founded in 2010 by contemporary visual artist Andrea Maki, Wild Love Preserve (WLP) engages public and private lands to address all facets of regional wild horse conservation on home turf in Central Idaho; from collaborative work on the range to adopting/purchasing Challis, Idaho wild horses permanently removed from public lands by the Bureau of Land Management to remain together on WLP wild expanse in the region. Currently there are approximately 200 wild horses on the Challis HMA, while WLP has 130. Since 2013, WLP programs have saved American taxpayers $7.5 million dollars, and greatly benefitted local economy. Non-profit WLP is supported by private grants and donations.

Viewed as a paradigm project, the mission of Wild Love Preserve is to protect and preserve native wild horses in their native environments and nurture the legacy of respective indigenous ecosystems as an interconnected whole, in a collaborative, responsible and sustainable manner with regional engagement and benefit. Kindness, mutual respect, science and education are paramount. By design, collaborative conservation efforts offer a viable option to BLM helicopter roundups, integrate total range health, collective harmony and co-existence with native wildlife, livestock where applicable, and all stakeholders. We invite you to learn more and thank you for your consideration in joining with us, your contribution has immediate and lasting impact in the work that we do on behalf of this American Icon.

See story as published in The Dodo: Celebrating Our Wild American Heritage on July 4

Read story in Horsetalk Magazine: "Call of he Wild: Preserving an American Icon"

White Light

On a warm summer eve... Free. Wild. Hearts. 

Video filmed and produced by Andrea Maki. ©Andrea Maki 2015

As result of Wild Love Preserve’s collaborative efforts in working with the Challis/Idaho BLM and bringing stakeholder’s together in a new light, we've seen multiple wild success stories with the Challis Wild Horses over the last five years and are incredibly appreciative of those participating. 

In 2010 our work began on the range with two wild bands. This is a current video of one of them: the White Mask Stallion, his leading lady Shawnee, Teo, Arapaho, Cochise and her yearling Mojo (with White Mask Stallion). Noticeably missing however is Cochise's other offspring, and Mojo's big brother, two-year old (Little) Red and the son of the magnificent Wild Red Stallion. 

Earlier this June the White Mask Stallion, who assumed Wild Red’s band in 2013 after Wild Red succumbed to injuries defending his family from intruding wild bachelors, sent (Little) Red on his way after running him tired for a couple days. There was no room for two main attractions. 

While no surprise, still, we are sad to see Red go so soon, but this is the way of the wild.

Red, a mirrored reflection of Wild Red, is a born leader inside and out. There’s no doubt he will return in the future as a powerhouse band leader. Fiery, proud and magnificent in his own right, carrying on a legacy of unfettered wildness.

So, until we meet again, Red... much wild love to you on your life's journey.

Twinkle, Twinkle

Twinkle, twinkle, wild star... Last month, on the first day of May, we welcomed Twinkle back to the wild side. She hit the ground running and it took her no time at all to find her place in Kodiak's band. We're over the moon to have her to join us!

Twinkle was part of the 2009 Challis Roundup and adopted as a yearling. While she found a very good and loving home that worked with her over the last 6 years, at the end of the day her wild instincts ruled and they just couldn't get the "buck" out of her. We got the call and were happy to welcome her back to the wild side to bond and live out her life with the rest of our 130 WLP Challis/Idaho wilds, doing what wilds do, kicking up her heels, running like the wind and all that good, wild stuff!

Video ©Andrea Maki 2015

We got the call and were happy to welcome her back to the wild side to bond and live out her life with the rest of our 130 WLP Challis/Idaho wilds, doing what wilds do, kicking up her heels, running like the wind and all that good, wild stuff!

WELCOME BACK TO THE WILD SIDE TWINKLE!

Dad Day

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY, WILD AND THE LIKE...

Our 130 Thundering Wilds

Feel it! Forever saved to remain together and run wild on home turf in Central Idaho: Wild Love Preserve's 130 thundering Idaho Wilds. Their awe-inspiring power, beauty and magnificence leaves one breathless. The ground rumbles as their thundering hooves resonate deep within our cores. Speechless reverence. Electrifying wildness... and our favorite Cowboy!

Video ©Andrea Maki 2015

As result of the 2012 Challis Idaho Helicopter Roundup, Project Wild Love Preserve purchased and adopted all available wild horses removed from the Challis Herd Management Area in 2012-13 by way of bringing all stakeholders together in a new light. Subsequently not one Idaho Wild was shipped out of state to longterm holding facilities at taxpayer expense. We removed these wilds from the taxpayer system to permanently remain wild and together on private WLP wild expanse on home turf. 

In addition to saving these 130 Challis Idaho wild lives in a lasting manner, WLP has saved American taxpayers $3.5 million dollars via our work on and off the range since 2013. Nonprofit Wild Love Preserve is privately funded by donors and grants, not government subsidies. We welcome those interested in making a difference on the wild side to learn more and donate today. Thank you for joining with us.

Video ©2015 Andrea Maki

SPECIAL THANKS FOR JOINING US WITH YOUR DONATION. YOU MATTER.

Wild Play

Tis the season of hot high-desert days, refreshing summer rains, bird-songs and wild play. While WLP Littles born in 2013 aren’t so little anymore, they are still full of mischief, spunk and love to play like all kids do. A most favorite game with our two year olds is to chase, nip and drop one another to their knees. Endless fun on the wild side that makes for universal entertainment!

Video ©Andrea Maki 2015

Zane Grey

On June 10 we were thrilled to welcome this Challis Yearling from the 2012 Roundup back into the fold with our 130 WLP Wilds on the wild side. He was adopted by a regional couple in 2013 however didn't find interest in reeling in his young wild heart and ways. Since his return we have witnessed happy reunions with his mom, Challis family and friends. Here is Zane Grey stepping out of trailer and some initial meet and greets. Happy days and wild futures abound!

Video ©2015 Andrea Maki

Wild Scout

Today we welcome another Challis Wild from the 2009 Challis Roundup back to the wild side. As you can see Scout is quite a looker... and as it should turn out he was not interested in leaving his wild ways behind. Today marks the next phase of his life: back to the wild side with our 130 WLP wilds and many of his wild Challis friends and family from days gone by. Happy reunions, lasting bonds and forever together on WLP wild expanse in his home territory. It is a good day.

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