2020 annual count shows Washington’s wolf population grew by 24 percent
Minimum of 178 wolves counted in at least 29 packs and 16 successful breeding pairs statewide
News Category: Wolves
Range riding standards set in updated Wolf-Livestock Interaction Protocol
New standards seek to improve performance and accountability of range riders working to reduce wolf-livestock conflict in Washington.
Governor Inslee requests new rule-making on Washington’s wolf management
Continued collaboration on behalf of coexistence will be critical for wolves and Washingtonians
Getting to fewer conflicts between wolves and livestock in Washington
This is shaping up to be a challenging season between wolves, livestock, producers and conservationists. Collaboration and creative thinking are our best tools to find common ground and a path forward.
Three wolf packs implicated in livestock conflicts in northeast Washington
The remaining 12 wolf packs in northeast Washington have been free from confirmed livestock conflict so far in 2020.
Range Rider Pilot Project enters 10th year, range riding season underway
Our range riders are in-the-field for the 10th year, advancing coexistence and helping reduce conflict between livestock and wolves
Mixed results in Washington’s 2019 wolf counts; minimum of 145 wolves, 26 packs
Conservation Northwest views the results of Washington’s latest annual wolf count with a mix of optimism and caution.
Statement on Washington’s upcoming 2019 minimum wolf count
We support the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife putting out reasonable estimates of the actual population, above these minimum numbers.
Perspectives on range riding and the Northeast Washington Wolf Cattle Collaborative
Multiple range rider programs operate in Washington, including under the direction of the state, private ranches, Conservation NW and local grassroots cooperatives.
Comments on Post-Recovery Wolf Plan
We call for a new Wolf Plan that supports resilient wolf populations and acceptance for wolves across rural communities.