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Don't be fooled that we need those damn things in our state, we don't have vast wilderness like Alaska, wyoming or even idaho and montana. SHOOT, SHOVEL AND SHUT UP!!!! That is the motto in Idaho and Montana it is their motto for a reason, they've lived with them long enough to see what happens to there deer, elk and moose populations. SSS
7mag...here's the thread i was talking about.http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,26601.msg304812.html#msg304812
are you talking to me?if so, i didn't ever say i approve of wolves. i asked the guy if he approved of poaching because if you are shooting protected species, then you are a poacher. plain and simple.
I am curious, why do you feel that wolf crosses aren't a concern?
Though estimates vary, the current population of hybrids in the United States has been reported to be around 300,000. Growing interest in them has led to a proliferation in the number of wolf hybrid breeders, with many profiting from the breed's increasing popularity. In addition, a small but energetic industry has sprung up around the animal. A number of publications, periodicals, and at least two registries are devoted to the breed. Several regional and national wolf hybrid organizations catering to breeders, owners, and enthusiasts have also become established. As their numbers continue to increase, wolf hybrids have become the center of a growing controversy. A number of attacks on people--mostly children--have resulted in severe injuries and several deaths. Consequently, many people have begun to question whether such animals belong in their communities, or whether they should exist at all. Despite growing attention, wolf hybrids remain largely misunderstood. Their poorly defined nature and lack of a stable identity have helped fuel the controversy surrounding them.
How could you be so stupid to think that wolf's are ok in this state say good by to all elk and moose. Look at idaho elk populations dropping bad aren't they and are they managing the wolf population? No all the wolf is going to do is phase out the hunter (aka) us because there will be no game to hunt FU@& some people are dumb!!!
Quote from: trophyhunt on May 19, 2009, 02:14:42 PMDon't be fooled that we need those damn things in our state, we don't have vast wilderness like Alaska, wyoming or even idaho and montana. SHOOT, SHOVEL AND SHUT UP!!!! That is the motto in Idaho and Montana it is their motto for a reason, they've lived with them long enough to see what happens to there deer, elk and moose populations. SSSdo you approve of poaching?
Doesn't the word "TRANSPLANT" open any of you wolf lovers eyes a bit. Anything that has to be transplanted to an area will not generate well with the local environment. If they need to be brought here, nothing about that will boast well for Washingtons game. They will completely effect every animal such as elk, deer, moose, coyotes, varmints, and even game birds. These animals don't just "BLEND IN" and become part of nature, they control it and everthing involved. The natural way of life for all animals will be forced to change and adapt to these "TRANSPLANTED" killers. We are not talking about a small bird or and tiny fish, we are talking about the most productive killers that North America has to offer and they don't travel alone like lions, how will others compete with a pack of ten wolves. What would happen if lions traveled in these numbers, people see ONE lion near a city and the world is coming to an end and something needs to happen to protect our precious hippies in Portland. If you want wolves then you personally should be the one to manage the numbers, but if all you are going to do is fight to get them here and then sit on your ass and let everyone else in this state fight the battle then just try your best to keep your opinion to yourself.
Quote from: furbearer365 on May 21, 2009, 09:23:35 PMDoesn't the word "TRANSPLANT" open any of you wolf lovers eyes a bit. Anything that has to be transplanted to an area will not generate well with the local environment. If they need to be brought here, nothing about that will boast well for Washingtons game. They will completely effect every animal such as elk, deer, moose, coyotes, varmints, and even game birds. These animals don't just "BLEND IN" and become part of nature, they control it and everthing involved. The natural way of life for all animals will be forced to change and adapt to these "TRANSPLANTED" killers. We are not talking about a small bird or and tiny fish, we are talking about the most productive killers that North America has to offer and they don't travel alone like lions, how will others compete with a pack of ten wolves. What would happen if lions traveled in these numbers, people see ONE lion near a city and the world is coming to an end and something needs to happen to protect our precious hippies in Portland. If you want wolves then you personally should be the one to manage the numbers, but if all you are going to do is fight to get them here and then sit on your ass and let everyone else in this state fight the battle then just try your best to keep your opinion to yourself.They have never transplanted wolves into WA. IMO the transplant of wolves into ID and yellowstone was a mistake. But, washington is not transplanting or importing wolves. So far, Washington wolves are migrant animals from British Columbia and are a native animal to the area. Are there any deer left in WI or MI, or did the wolves eat all of them already? BTW- I hope to manage the numbers (at least by one) in ID this season. I'm not a 'wolf lover'; I'm a realist. And wolves are going to be a part of the landscape in WA. We should do what we can to make the best of it.