Program areas at Wolf Park
The core program activities of Wolf Park are general public education and the care of the resident animal ambassadors. The Park hosts the general public throughout the year. In 2022, we hosted over 20,000 visitors at the Park. Visitors can tour the Park which includes a pack of wolves living in a six-acre natural habitat, plus additional animals including wolves, coyotes, foxes, and bison in other enclosures. Staff members present lectures and demonstrations of Wolf behavior. Wolf Park's 1,500+ members receive a quarterly informational and educational newsletter. They can also attend member events and receive discounts. Animal care and husbandry standards are maintained at the highest levels of quality. In addition to routine and non-routine veterinary care, Wolf Park maintains a very active environmental enrichment program.
Wolf Park maintains a very active research and education program under the leadership of dr. clive wynne with the assistance of dr. gordon burghardt. Several studies with the wolves have been completed and the results published in scientific journals. As a result of these studies, several animal researchers from other universities have come to the Park to study the animals. Wolf Park also offers 1-3 month internships for individuals over the age of 18. In 2022, 15 interns studied at Wolf Park and worked alongside the staff with the daily operations, as well as assisted with research projects.
Wolf Park presents seminars on a variety of topics including Wolf and dog behavior, wildlife photography, and animal training. In 2022, we hosted youth summer camps and nature art programs. We also continued to provide daily educational programs such as tours, keeper talks, and handling demonstrations with our animals. Over 20,000 people attended our onsite programs, with thousands more visiting us virtually for webinars and zoom visits.