Virginia Range Mustangs Need you to speak up NOW

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) have proposed the Virginia Range Fence Line (VRFL) project (DOI-BLM-NV-C020-2026-0016-CE), which involves constructing approximately 14 to 23 miles of new four-wire fencing along the western boundary of the Virginia Range in Nevada. The stated goal is to enhance public safety by preventing wild horses from entering adjacent housing communities and roadways.

However, an in-depth analysis of the project maps and environmental data reveals a critical concern: the proposed fencing will sever wild horses from vital water sources. Specifically, the "Jumbo West" fence segment bisects mapped Freshwater Emergent Wetlands, Freshwater Ponds, and Riverine features. This effectively fences horses out of their historical water access points.