Save Our Wild Horses
Conference April 26-30, 2022 in Washington, DC
The Save Our Wild Horses Conference and assembly focused on spreading awareness about the issues facing our wild horses & burros, wildlife and wild places. Our goal was to shine a light on these issues and to give those of you attending the tools to become powerful voices. We, the organizers, are a grassroots group of wild horse and wildlife advocates.
What did we discuss at the conference?
Key matters relating to our wild horses & burros, and our public lands, including steps that need to be taken to protect rangelands, re-wilding, rescues & sanctuaries, and a class on how to become a more effective advocate. Informational tables, photography displays, an art show, and more.
What did we discuss at the conference?
Key matters relating to our wild horses & burros, and our public lands, including steps that need to be taken to protect rangelands, re-wilding, rescues & sanctuaries, and a class on how to become a more effective advocate. Informational tables, photography displays, an art show, and more.
National rally Saturday 4/30
A presentation by one of our guest speakers, Ginger Kathrens
Ashley Avis from the Wild Beauty Foundation
Scott Beckstead, the keynote speaker for the event
Jim Brown from High Plains Reflections discussing the North Lander Complex in WY
Our mobile billboard on the streets of DC
Assembly on the National mall 4/30
Here are some photos from the 2022 conference:
Two photos raffled during the conference courtesy of Sandy Sharkey Photography & Run Wild Images
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN) speaking at our conference luncheon with a gorgeous photo by Jen Britton Photography behind him
A group of conference attendees and Erik Molvar speaking to a Colorado member of Congress
Dr. Ross McPhee and Manda Kalimian during their presentation
Congresswoman Titus spoke to us remotely via Zoom
Erik Molvar, Director at Western Watersheds, speaking at the Congressional Staffer luncheon we organized
At the Assembly on the National Mall, a rally for our wild horses
Ginger Fedak sharing her presentation
Laura Leigh, Wild Horse Education, presenting remotely
Where Was The Conference Held?
At the beautiful hotel Yotel Washington DC at: 415 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
At the beautiful hotel Yotel Washington DC at: 415 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
We fundraised to help us with costs for this event including:
• Video and regular mobile billboards we had driving around DC all week to help raise awareness
• Conference rooms and supplies for 4 days
• Assembly signs and banners
• We are open and transparent with our costs and where your donation went.
• Video and regular mobile billboards we had driving around DC all week to help raise awareness
• Conference rooms and supplies for 4 days
• Assembly signs and banners
• We are open and transparent with our costs and where your donation went.
What actions did we take during the conference?
We encouraged our attendees to call their elected officials prior to the event to ask for an in-person meeting, and/or to visit your elected officials during our planned Lobby Day. We provided everyone with a packet of information and a 'buddy' to help with the meetings. See here for the first step in acquiring appointments with your Congressperson and both Senators.
Was there a fee to attend?
There was a $75 attendance fee for the conference. The fee helped us cover the costs of the conference rooms, technical equipment and supplies needed (literature, posters, graphics), video and mobile billboards we had around DC all week, and a catered luncheon. This low fee covered all 4 days of speakers and events.
If I couldn't attend the conference in DC, what can I do?
• SOWH has downloadable pictures and coloring pages for the kids here as well as a full color tri-fold brochure filled with information to let the public know about our wild horses and their plight. You can download and print out any of the literature or photos that you would like to use.
• Vinyl banner with wild horse photo and the wording Save Our Wild Horses can be found here
• Informational sheets including talking points coming soon
Examples of a table set are below:
We encouraged our attendees to call their elected officials prior to the event to ask for an in-person meeting, and/or to visit your elected officials during our planned Lobby Day. We provided everyone with a packet of information and a 'buddy' to help with the meetings. See here for the first step in acquiring appointments with your Congressperson and both Senators.
Was there a fee to attend?
There was a $75 attendance fee for the conference. The fee helped us cover the costs of the conference rooms, technical equipment and supplies needed (literature, posters, graphics), video and mobile billboards we had around DC all week, and a catered luncheon. This low fee covered all 4 days of speakers and events.
If I couldn't attend the conference in DC, what can I do?
- You can do a local assembly or table event in your area: this should be held in a public space so as to gain the best possible exposure for your event: government buildings, city centers, or near relevant organizations or businesses. Make sure to connect with your local town hall and police department to ensure you are obeying all local laws. We are recommending setting up a table at local high traffic location such as pet stores, farmers markets, etc.
• SOWH has downloadable pictures and coloring pages for the kids here as well as a full color tri-fold brochure filled with information to let the public know about our wild horses and their plight. You can download and print out any of the literature or photos that you would like to use.
• Vinyl banner with wild horse photo and the wording Save Our Wild Horses can be found here
• Informational sheets including talking points coming soon
Examples of a table set are below:
