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Accepting wolves back into our landscape, after having eradicated them in the 1920s, should not be such a challenge for us.
Wolves are an essential part our ecosystem, placed there by nature to keep the system in healthy balance. In spite of this, we bear witness to anti-wolf propaganda and false scare tactics that too often meet with success in influencing governmental decisions that jeopardize a healthy, functional and sustainable population.
Wolves are an essential part our ecosystem, placed there by nature to keep the system in healthy balance. In spite of this, we bear witness to anti-wolf propaganda and false scare tactics that too often meet with success in influencing governmental decisions that jeopardize a healthy, functional and sustainable population.
It was especially
encouraging for me to attend the recent "Speak for Wolves" event in
Gardiner. This was the second annual of its kind, the first having been
in Washington, D.C. Attendees came from all over the U.S. and shared
their desire to see wolves managed in a manner consistent with nature's
plan — by science and not politics. There were over 16 well-informed
speakers and several educational films during the two-day event. (See
"Speak for Wolves" website for schedule.)
Wolves were the
primary subject, but speakers touched on other wildlife issues and
effective methods which eliminate conflict between livestock and
predators. The dominant message was the importance of relying on facts,
science and education to achieve broader understanding and acceptance of
all the species essential to the long-term health of our Montana
landscape.
We can and must work together to ensure that
the gray wolf can fully return to its rightful place in nature's
beautifully designed scheme. This will require time and our continued
dedication speak out on their behalf.
Sue Ann Stephenson-Love
Great Falls
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