Wolf Haven Prairie Named After Longtime Conservationist – The Chronicle
Tenino-based Wolf Haven International has renamed its prairie in memory of a beloved and renowned conservationist, Patrick Vance Dunn, who died last year.
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Wolf pups added to McCleery Wolf sculpture – The Bradford Era
The McCleery Wolf Center announced that the McCleery Wolf sculpture outside the Kane Depot in uptown Kane now consists of an adult wolf and four pups.
Wolf pups added to McCleery Wolf sculpture
Sculpture of McCleery Wolf Planned – Bradford Era
The Kane Historic Preservation Society and the McCleery Discovery Center hope to see just that in the form of a metal sculpture to be installed in front of the Kane Depot at the intersection of Fraley and Biddle streets.
Wolf Haven’s Heroes – Pet Connection magazine Mar/Apr 2020
Wolf Haven International has provided a lifetime home for 300 displaced and captive-born canids since 1982. Each of us has a favorite memory of wolves rolling, playing, eating, interacting, and howling,……READ ARTICLE.
Managing a Wolf Sanctuary – Skift
Pam in front of Shadow’s enclosure
Tourists are welcome to visit Wolf Haven International in Washington state, but the needs of the sanctuary’s residents — which include two species of wolves, wolf-dogs, and coyotes — are always prioritized. The sanctuary’s co-manager Pamela Maciel Cabañas is devoted to making sure that happens.
McCleery wolves on Wolf Haven’s You Tube – The Bradford Era
Go to www.youtube.com and search for “Wolf Haven International,” which is the Tenino, Wash.-based wolf sanctuary that currently cares for the pack. On the group’s page, click on “playlists,” then look for the “McCleery Ranch wolves” playlist. Here, you can view 14 video clips of the wolves.
Note: address is: https://www.youtube.com/user/wolfhavenwolves
How Much Does It Cost? – FTE News Magazine
Cost of wolf care: As a caring and responsible donor, you want to be sure that your gift to Wolf Haven is put to good use. So where does your money go?
Short answer – food, medicine, enrichment, habitat and staff.
Wolf Haven presentation in Kane, PA – Bradford Era
On Saturday, the community is invited to hear an update on the lobo wolf pack, which now lives in Bridger, Mont., under the care of Tenino, Wash.-based wolf sanctuary, Wolf Haven International.
10 American Animal Sanctuaries You Should See – The Travel
Annie Marie Musselman photo
Wolf Haven International is included in this list of 10 animal sanctuaries in the United States that both kids and parents can enjoy.
Speaking in Spanish about Lobos and Nature
Breathtaking scenery/Photo credit: USFWS
by Christopher Montero, Outreach Coordinator, Wolf Haven International
“Do you think there are wolves in these mountains?” the young man asked, pointing to the snow-covered peaks around Lake Wenatchee. “Well…for sure about 30 or 40 miles South”, I answered.
“So, no wolves here?” he kept pressing.
I thought about it for a second, then I said: “I bet there are dispersing wolves moving up and down these mountains, seeking a partner or a new pack. Who knows? Maybe there is a curious wolf sniffing us from up there, at this very moment,” I pointed with my chin to the distance. “¡Qué chido!” (Cool!) he replied… and his eyes got wider.
Spending time with nature/Photo credit: USFWS
Those are the moments I feel I have accomplished something good.
I had similar conversations with different audiences around the Snoqualmie National Forest. But what was especially significant about this interaction, was that it was entirely in Spanish. It happened early this April at an event called Camp Biota.
Chris talks to students outside/Photo credit: USFWS
Camp Biota is a science camp geared towards migrant middle-schoolers. What makes this experience even more special, is that these Latino teens were selected because of their low scores in math and science. The idea is to kindle their interest in natural sciences and inspire them to learn more. During a whole week, the students participated in hands-on experiences on field data-collection, talks, experiments and outdoor activities. Camp Biota is the result of a collaboration between the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery and the North Central Educational Service District and it involves thirteen organizations, including Wolf Haven International.
Chris and Pam in the classroom/Photo credit: USFWS
This was the second year I was invited to participate as an instructor at Camp Biota and this time we were excited to include Pamela Maciel, Wolf Haven’s Sanctuary Co-Manager and Mexican Wolf SSP Liaison. A significant portion of the students at Camp Biota were girls, so it was empowering to see and hear a role-model like Pam, a migrant Latina who has a solid background in sciences and biology.
Ecology hike/Photo credit: USFWS
Being part of Camp Biota was immensely satisfying for Pam and me. We supported activities and nature hikes, facilitated field data collection, gave talks and even translated to Spanish in real-time. Most of students spoke and understood English with no problem, but connecting with these teens in our mother tongue went beyond sharing our passion for wolves, animals or conservation…it was about making a difference while honoring our unique cultural identities.
Chris & Pam with Biota students/Photo credit: USFWS
Teaching conservation in different countries have shown me that cultural diversity has a lot in common with biological diversity: both generate richer and more beautiful interactions and that’s the base for more resilient communities and systems.
That’s why Pam and I love to teach in Spanish.