INTERNATIONAL WOLF CENTER
The International Wolf Center (IWC) is a research and educational organization based in Ely, Minnesota. Its mission is to “advances the survival of wolf populations by teaching about wolves, their relationship to wildlands and the human role in their future.” The Wolf Center operates an interpretive center in Ely open to the public. Visitors can view captive “ambassador wolves” in natural surroundings through large windows. There is much to learn about wolves through a variety of exhibits and programs. This organization lies within Superior National Forest. It also sponsors research symposia and offsite educational programs, publishes International Wolf magazine, and provides information about wolves via its website.
In response to wolf controversies, the Wolf Center does not take a stand on how wolves should be managed (such as by hunting or trapping), as long as healthy wolf populations are maintained. Its policy is to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information possible about wolves and let people make their own decisions. ~wikipedia
If you are ever near Ely, MN you will want to stop by the International Wolf Center. I happened to be in the Ely area this last weekend during a photography trip with two other gentlemen to the Minnesota North Shore. We stayed in a cabin about 45 minutes from Lake Superior; just outside of Isabella, MN on Hwy 1. The weather wasn’t cooperating for sunrise or sunset one day; this was a welcomed alternate destination given our close proximity to Ely.
THE PACK
It is pretty amazing to see a pack of wolves up close and personal albeit through glass. The staff give fantastic informational presentations about the wolves and even moose. If you are want to see how a pack of wolves feed, you can do that too. There is a What’s for Dinner program every Saturday at 7 p.m.
MORE IMAGES OF THE WOLVES
You don’t have to look far to find controversy surrounding wolves in Minnesota. I found a story about a hunter and his encounter with wolves too. Wolves are beautiful wild creatures and I hope there will always be a place for them in Minnesota.
Check out the International Wolf Center website | fb page
EXTRA