The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeks comments on the draft of its updated wolf management plan that incorporates diverse state resident views and will guide the state’s approach to wolf conservation once finalized.

Comments will be accepted through 4:30 p.m. Aug. 8.

Kelly Straka, wildlife section manager, says wolf conservation is a high priority for the DNR.

“We expect this updated plan to help ensure Minnesota’s wolf population remains healthy,” she says. “Thank you to those who have already contributed to the extensive public and tribal engagement that helped create this draft. We are now asking folks to review the draft and share their thoughts with us.”

The updated plan includes summary information about Minnesota’s wolf population and the history of wolves in the state. It details the diverse and changing public attitudes about wolves, the legal status of wolves, tribal perspectives on wolves, and ways to support a healthy and resilient wolf population while minimizing conflicts between humans and wolves. The draft plan also sets out a framework for future decision-making about whether to hold a wolf hunting or trapping season.

To learn more about wolves in Minnesota and review and comment on the draft plan, visit the DNR wolf page.

An informational webinar about the plan will be held at 6 p.m. July 13. Registration is required and free, and participants will have an opportunity to preregister to ask questions and comment during the webinar.

The DNR expects to finalize the wolf management plan in the early fall.

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