BLM meeting in Battle Mountain on using helicopters in wild horse round up

The Bureau of Land Management holds a hearing July 28 in Battle Mountain to take in input on using motorized vehicles, including helicopters and airplanes, to monitor and round up wild horses and burros.

The meeting is set for 6 p.m. at the BLM office at 50 Bastian Road, Battle Mountain, NV.

The areas where gathers and population surveys will take place depend on several factors, including money available.

For more information, contact Kyle Hendrix at 775-635-4054 or Shawna Richardson at 775-635-4181. Those who cannot attend the hearing can mail written comments to the BLM Battle Mountain District Office, Attention: Shawna Richardson, 50 Bastian Road, Battle Mountain, Nevada 89820. To be considered, they must be received by Aug. 8.