The Wolf Connection

Podcast host John Calfa recounts the events leading up to volunteering and ultimately working at Wolf Connection. He speaks of the people and wolves that have influenced his journey, as well as exploring the impact of working programs, interacting with different members of the Wolf Connection pack and the creation of the podcast.

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Wolf Connection

Dr. Mark Johnson is a Wildlife Veterinarian, Instructor, and the Founder & President of Global Wildlife Resources. 

Dr. Mark's highest priority is to handle every animal with care, compassion, and respect; while also incorporating those heart-felt values into tools, techniques, and mannerisms. This leads to greater success in the field, better animal care, greater joy in the work being done and a steady desire to always do better.

We spoke about his career and how he incorporates his vast knowledge and expertise into his courses that are taught to students, agencies and organizations across the United States.

Wildlife Capture & Care

Foundations of Wildlife Chemical Capture

David Ausband is a Wildlife Research Biologist for the U.S. Geological Survey working in Idaho. He has been studying behavioral ecology in predators for over 15 years and teaches at the University of Idaho.

David discussed his work as it relates to wolf pack densities, the information he gathers through non-invasive methods and the impact on wolves with increasing trapping and hunting in Idaho.

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Pat Jennings has been wolf watching since 2007 and is a staple in the wolf advocacy community. Riding in the 'Wolfmobile', Pat has passed his love of the outdoors to his daughter Kristin, who weaves parts of their adventures into her teaching career.

Pat spoke about his journey to becoming an avid wolf watcher and advocate, his visit to Wolf Connection and the bond he and his daughter share of the outdoors.

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Kurt Holtzen is a field advisor for both the Wood River Wolf Project and Lava Lake Lamb which are based in Hailey, Idaho. He is also a Steering Committee Member for the Wood River Wolf Project.

Kurt came on to discuss coexistence measures being used with predators for Lava Lake Lamb, his thoughts on Idaho State Bill 1211 and his role for both organizations as a field advisor.

Lava Lake Lamb

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Wood River Wolf Project

Doris has been with Wolf Connection for 8 years and a 'Lead of Day' for over 5 years. She is always willing to share stories, photos and memories about the wolves and wolf dogs that have graced Wolf Connection over the years.

Doris's Instagram page is full of wolf photos she's taken over the years, sharing her own personal touch on the moments that have impacted her life in the time she has been with Wolf Connection.

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Wolf Connection's Director of Programs Amanda Beer drops by to talk about the effects COVID-19 had on programs this past year at Wolf Heart Ranch.

Amanda discusses the challenges, revelations and perseverance she and the program team went through during those times.  She also updates us on the new programs and curriculums that are coming soon from Wolf Connection!

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John Wood was a professional golf caddy for almost 25 years and is now an on-course reporter with the Golf Channel and NBC. When he's not on the course, John spends time in Yellowstone National Park watching wolves and other wildlife with veteran wolf trackers Rick McIntyre, Laurie Lyman and many others.

John joined us at Wolf Connection for a visit after our paths crossed in Yellowstone. He spoke about his time with our pack, his career and how wolf watching became an integral part of his life.

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Alex Few has been a Working Wild Challenge Coordinator for nearly 2 years with the Western Landowners Alliance. They work to create health and prosperity of working lands in the American West for ranchers, landowners and farmers. Western Landowners Alliance advances policies and practices that sustain working lands, connected landscapes, and native species.
 
Alex discussed her background before joining the WLA, her role in the organization now and the steps being taken to ensure that fair and balanced policies are enacted to help humans, landscapes and wildlife across the western United States.

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Humans of the Working Wild

For more than 30 years, National Geographic photographers Jim and Jamie Dutcher have focused their lives on the study and documentation of wolf behavior. As two of America's most knowledgeable experts on wolves, they are devoted to sharing their unique background for the betterment and understanding of this keystone species.

Jim and Jamie spoke about their film project Living with Wolves, their non-profit organization by the same name and the impacts of Idaho's recent passage of State Bill 1211.

Living with Wolves 

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