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February 2020
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FIRST THE GOOD
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THE POWER OF WOLF EDUCATION
Last year, we awarded a mini-grant for Wolf Discovery, a five-day after school program
introducing students to the history of wolves,their biology,ecology,and endangered
status.
Darrin Moret led the program which included a trip to the Wolf Conservation Center
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in South Salem, NY. Upon completion of the


program, fifteen students formed an opinion regarding wolves and their role in the
ecosystem based on facts and lessons learned, rather fables, folklore and stories
handed down from one generation to another.
At the beginning of the program, students were given a questionnaire and were asked:
How do you feel about wolves? One student replied, "To be honest, I feel wolves
are sometimes blood thirsty monsters" another "Scared...they kill people" yet another
said, "I sometimes get nervous".
Following the program, they were asked the same question but the three of the four
students responded differently: "I feel safe because I know they are scare of us";
"Good, because people are working to get their population up"; "Wolves are huge".
A fourth little girl admitted she was still a little "scared" but wrote that she
will make a power point to teach others about wolves.
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INSTAGRAM

Thanks to volunteer, Tristan Adler, the National Wolfwatcher Coalition is now active
on Instagram. You can find us by searching wolfwatcher_coalition Tristan has posted
many cool photos of wolves. Here is one taken by him!
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NOW THE BAD
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IDAHO

Photo credit Sandy Monville

By now, you have probably heard that Idaho Department of Fish and Game has proposed
significantly expanding year-round hunting, trapping and snaring of wolves.
If you haven't commented yet, there is still time, but you only have until Monday,
February 10, 2020. It is quite simple to let IDFG know that you DO NOT SUPPORT
their proposals. Let them hear you howl!
For talking points and how to respond to the questionnaire
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MONTANA
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is recommending changes to the wolf hunting and trapping
seasons in Region 1 (northwest Montana). The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission
will consider these proposals at the February 13 meeting.
CLICK TO READ THE PROPOSALS [[link removed]]
Sent comments opposing these plans to [email protected]
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AND THE UGLY
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On Jan. 6, the Colorado Secretary of State's Office qualified the Rocky Mountain
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signatures placing the restoration of wolves on Colorado's 2020 statewide ballot.
Coloradans will decide whether to reintroduce wolves to the state. The bipartisan
research team of Lake Research Partners and


New Bridge Strategy recently completed a survey of voters throughout Colorado to
assess their views of wolf restoration.
The statewide study found that two-thirds of likely voters say they favor restoring
wolves in Western Colorado, while only 15 percent oppose it.
But, this is where things get ugly. Mesa, Garfield and Moffat counties also have
passed nonbinding resolutions stating their opposition to the reintroduction of
wolves. Groups [[link removed]],
individuals [[link removed]]
and lawmakers [[link removed]]
are voicing opposition.
It is up to us to combat the anti-wolf forces and their on-going efforts to weaken
support through misinformation.
Advocate for wolves in Colorado by submitting a letter to the editor or get involved
with the campaign. If you are a Colorado resident, attend a County Commissioner
meeting and voice your support. Wolves are essential and they need your help.
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THANK YOU!
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Without YOU, our loyal supporters, the National Wolfwatcher Coalition would not
exist. We are appreciative of your support throughout the past years and look forward
to your continued support in the future!
For the latest scientific information, please visit OUR WEBSITE [[link removed]]
and while there, you can shop at OUR STORE [[link removed]]
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Our mission:
We 'educate, advocate, and participate' for the long term recovery and preservation
of wolves based on the best available science and the principles of democracy.
We:

1. Educate the public about the important role that wolves play in maintaining healthy
ecosystems
2. Inform the public about challenges to wolf recovery
3. Support measures that promote peaceful coexistence with wolves on the landscape
4. Educate the public about the issues in all regions and ways it can effectively
participate in the democratic process to promote science-based decision-making
about wolves.
All donations, no matter the amount, will be appreciated because they will enable
us to:

* Provide educational programs, materials and events
* Participate in conferences, seminars, and consultation with other professionals
in the fields of wolf biology, research, conservation, eco-tourism and environmental
law.
* Secure a Wolfwatcher Legal Fund to sustain potential engagement in litigation
that challenges local, state and/or federal policies that affect wolf preservation.
To DONATE online, please click the link below.
To donate by check or money order, please send your donation to our business office
at: National Wolfwatcher Coalition, PO Box 161281, Duluth, MN 55816-1281
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