Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
Thora, the first foal sired by Thor, the iconic stallion of the McCullough Peaks Herd Management Area, was a favorite of fans of the approximately 175-horse herd at the Bureau of Land Management property between Powell and Cody. Thora was captured and moved to a holding facility in Rock Springs as part of an effort to bring the population back in line with the BLM's management levels. Her capture and removal sparked public outcry.
POWELL - Federal officials and wild horse supporters are calling for calm after highly emotionally charged threats were made to Bureau of Land Management employees over the removal of wild horses in the agency's efforts to reach appropriate management levels within the McCullough Peaks Herd Management Area.
"Please don't attack BLM employees," said Deputy State Director of Communications for BLM Wyoming Brad Purdy in an interview with the Tribune, saying he understands the passion and emotion for the herd. "When people are very emotional, when people are very passionate about something, at tim...
