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Opposition to Wolf Reintroduction in the Northern Rockies explained by Professor of Political Science

Posted in Wolf Research on March 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »


 Ralph Maughan, a professor of political science at Idaho State University, took some time to explain the nature of the ongoing wolf debate in the Northern Rockies. In his view, wolves have been a pivotal issue because they bring out core social values about life in the West. This video explains the tactics used by anti-wolf extremists to stir up even more controversy. 

Wolf Preservation wants to hear your feedback!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uL94aUwf4k&feature=player_embedded

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Alaska Representative states, “Science may show that killing wolves is a big mistake.”

Posted in Wolf Research on March 14, 2011| Leave a Comment »


I’ve included a section from this article:

“The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) decided that rather than killing wolves on Unimak Island, a wilderness area and unit of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, it would instead allow nature to prevail and FWS set in motion a series of studies to deepen our understanding of the island’s complex ecological makeup. Finally, an action applauded by those who value a balanced, informed approach to managing Alaska’s wildlife. For the many who have watched with deep concern at the increasing dominance of politics over science, this FWS decision is welcome and long overdue.”

Please visit the link below and share your thoughts!

http://www.adn.com/2011/03/12/1752618/science-may-show-that-killing.html

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The wolves and moose of Isle Royale; a 50 year study!

Posted in Facts and Figures, Wolf Research on January 16, 2011| Leave a Comment »


Wolves must work very hard to catch and kill their prey.  Prey is usually much larger and can fight back.  This famous study proves that every meal for wolves could be their last.  http://www.isleroyalewolf.org/overview/overview/wolves.html has provided the following information:
“For most North American and European humans eating a meal is a pretty simple affair: get some food from the cupboard, heat it up, and eat.  What if every meal required exerting yourself to the point of exhaustion, holding nothing back?  What if every meal meant risking serious injury or death?  Under these circumstances, you might be happy to eat only once a week or so – like Isle Royale wolves.
    Isle Royale wolves capture and kill, with their teeth, moose that are ten times their size.  Think about it for a moment – it is difficult to comprehend.  A successful alpha wolf will have done this more than one hundred times in its life.   Wolves minimize the risk of severe injury and death by attacking the most vulnerable moose.  Somehow wolves are incredible judges of what they can handle.  Wolves encounter and chase down many moose. Chases typically continue for less than ½ a mile.
    During chase and confrontation wolves test their prey.  Wolves attack only about 1 out of every ten moose that they chase down.  They kill 8 or 9 of every ten moose that they decide to attack.  The decision to attack or not is a vicious tension between intense hunger and wanting not to be killed by your food.
    Wolves typically attack moose at the rump and nose.  The strategy is to inflict injury by making large gashes in the muscle, and to slow the moose by staying attached, thereby allowing other wolves to do the same.  Eventually the moose is stopped and brought to the ground by the weight and strength of the wolves. The cause of death may be shock or loss of blood.  Feeding often begins before the moose is dead.
    A moose, with a wolf clamped to its rump is still formidable.  They can easily swing around, lifting the wolf into the air, and hurl the wolf into a tree.  Most experienced wolves have broken (and healed) their ribs on several occasions.  Moose deliver powerful kicks with their hooves.  Wolves occasionally die from attacking moose.”

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Wolf Preservation’s review of “Alpha and Omega” is featured on “The Independent Critic.” Check it out!

Posted in Wolf Research, Wolves and educational activities on September 23, 2010| 1 Comment »


“Alpha and Omega” is a fun filled animated comedy adventure focusing on the lives on two rival wolf packs struggling to survive in Jasper National Park (Canada). The story specifically focuses on Kate and Humphrey, the Alpha and Omega of their wolf pack family. Each wolf pack has a social hierarchy: the Alpha, which represents the leader or first in charge, and Omega, the wolf whom occupies the lowest position.

**You’ll have to click on the link provided to read the rest of this review! 

http://theindependentcritic.com/alpha_and_omega

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Coming soon: Wolf Park’s Intensive Seminar!

Posted in Wolf Organizations, Wolf Research, Wolves and educational activities on September 2, 2010| Leave a Comment »


Wolf Park Coming soon! Our Wolf Intensive Seminar is fast approaching. For those looking for in-depth knowledge into wolves and their world, this is a wonderful learning experience. Along with learning with our staff, participants get a large amount of time to interact with the wolves and study their behavior up close and personal. Spots are still available. Sign up today.

http://wolfparkstore.com/?mainURL=%2Fstore%2Fcategory%2F62bd%2FSeminars_Photo_and_Behavior.html

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The longest continuous predator-prey study ever conducted.

Posted in Wolf Research on April 25, 2010| Leave a Comment »


“Anchored in the northwest depths of Lake Superior, Isle Royale is one of America’s last remaining wild places. Fifty-six miles of inhospitable waters isolate the island from the Michigan mainland. Explore this wilderness island with wolf biologists Rolf Peterson and John Vucetich, as they attempt to make sense of the delicate balance between wolf, moose and climate.

Scientists have been studying the interactions and interdependence of wolves and moose at Michigan’s Isle Royale National Park for half a century. It is the longest continuous predator-prey study ever conducted.”

This also proves how wolves do not decimate prey populations.

Learn more about how wolves and moose live along side each in a natural balance at: http://www.isleroyalewolf.org/wolfhome/home.html

(Thanks to the The Wolves and Moose of Isle Royale website for providing this information).

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Wolf Park Seminars in Battleground, Indiana

Posted in Wolf Research on April 16, 2010| Leave a Comment »


 
        For anyone interested in wolves, wolf behavior, wolf photography,
        wolf related issues, wolf-dog hybrids, dogs and much more!  

Wolf Park offers seminars for those interested in a more in-depth experience than just a tour or Howl Night. The topics of the seminars range from many aspects of wolves, such as behavior and mythology, to their canid cousins, dogs. All of the seminars (except the Photography Seminars) allow an individual to spend several days at the Park, getting to know the staff, and watching the wolves, often getting an opportunity to interact with wolves as well.Wolf Park began presenting seminars on wolf behavior in 1988. There was a great demand for more knowledge of wolf behavior from people that were involved in wolf education, dog training, and even animal control. The connections between wolf behavior and dog behavior have definitely attracted many of our seminar participants. But anyone with an interest in wolves can enjoy a seminar at Wolf Park. A number of our seminar participants have fulfilled a life long dream, getting to meet a wolf, and spend several days looking at wolves, listening to their howls, and learning more about them.

We still offer a five day long Wolf Behavior Seminar once each year, for those with a deep interest in wolf behavior. It also gives participants a longer time at the Park, with the wolves and the knowledgeable staff. This seminar delves deeply into behavior, and also captive wolf management. Participants learn a lot about how we handle our wolves, and why it works. It is useful for those already working with captive wolves, and those with a desire to do so. It is also a wonderful experience for anyone that wants to know more about Wolf Park, and socialized wolves. This seminar and the Wolf Behavior Intensive in February, are both great for anyone with a strong interest in wolf behavior.

In addition to this long seminar, we have a number of three day long seminars. One popular one is the Wolf Intensive Weekend, which has some talks about wolf behavior, as that is Wolf Park’s specialty, but also provides participants information about all aspects of wolves, from physiology to history and folklore. We also have a seminar for artists, and a couple seminars with guest lecturers on dog training and animal relationships. The complete list with more information is below. It does vary a little from year to year.

During most seminars, participants will be able to observe wolf-bison interactions close-up and right in the midst of the action from the safety of the Wolf Park truck. Many of the programs have guest instructors, but all include some instruction from our Wolf Park staff members, and all include time observing our captive pack. Many of our seminars are offered just once each year, so you should sign up as soon as you can to reserve your spot.

The fee for each program includes a one-year membership to Wolf Park. Some meals are included. Participants are responsible for other meals, as well as their accommodations and transportation to and from the park. (The only public transportation available to the park is a taxi.) Accommodations are available at the West Lafayette Econo Lodge (the motel closest to Wolf Park– ask for the Wolf Park rate.) There are many other motels available in Lafayette and West Lafayette. We are sorry, but pets are not welcome at Wolf Park’s seminars.

Although we encourage early registration, we do allow participants to register up until the last minute, if there is space available in a seminar. You can do that on line http://www.wolfparkstore.com, or on the phone with someone in the office 765/567-2265 ext 0. If you have any questions about the programs, you can email us at wolfpark@wolfpark.org and we will do our best to fill you in. Our seminar participants routinely rate their time at Wolf Park as a “10” on a scale of 1-10. If you have a love for wolves, we strongly encourage you to try one!!

(Thank you to Wolfpark.org for providing this information!)

 
Wolf Park Seminars have recently been approved by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers for credits toward continuing education units (CEU’s). To find the specific credits for each unit please check out our online giftstore at www.wolfparkstore.com.

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Welcome to the Wolf Preservation Blog!

Posted in Administrative, Wolf Current Events, Wolf Legislation, Wolf Organizations, Wolf Preservation Efforts, Wolf Research, tagged , on April 13, 2010| Leave a Comment »


Admit it.

You have a preconceived idea about wolves.

It’s hard not to, isn’t it?

The Big Bad Wolf?

Wolves are ferocious creatures, many say, who kill domesticated animals…but, what’s the truth?

That’s where The Wolf Preservation Blog comes in…

Here you will find out the latest research, legislative issues and preservation efforts from around the world while, hopefully, learning the truth about these misunderstood creatures.

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