Tag Archives: Endangered Species Act

Wolf Hunting Begins

The hunting of wolves begins shortly in the states of Montana, Idaho, and – possibly – Wyoming.  Now that we have taught wolves it’s finally OK to approach and be curious about humans, we are going to kill them.  Nice … Continue reading

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Wild and Free

Free to Be Let me be free to rest my head in un-collared comfort free from the pinch of your constant inquiry to roam at peace with my own rhythms free from the scrutiny of your pawing hands poking and … Continue reading

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Call of the Wild

Howling Wolf and Bugling Elk Sing Harmony Early one morning in Yellowstone, an enormous white wolf crossed the road in front of the car.  From the direction he came another wolf began to howl.  The howling continued for more than … Continue reading

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Is the Computer Mightier than the Rifle?

The pen may trump the sword, but is the computer more powerful than the rifle? On the continuing theme of wolves and their protected status under the Endangered Species Act:  I have been mulling and meditating about this subject and … Continue reading

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Wolf De-Listing from Endangered Species Act

Disturbing news in the paper this morning.  Interior Secretary Ken Salazar has met in closed-door session with Western-state governors for the purpose of de-listing wolves from the Endangered Species Act and permitting them to be hunted. Populations have apparently increased … Continue reading

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