Wolf Series - Officially Released!
Get ready to dive into the wild with our thrilling new addition to the Knowledge Base—the Wolf Series!
This cutting-edge collection is packed with the latest, most precise scientific insights into the fascinating world of gray wolves. Discover groundbreaking research, explore innovative strategies for peaceful coexistence, and unravel the complex challenges these majestic creatures face in today’s world.
Coexistence Series- Coming Soon!
Our NEW Coexistence Series will profile several common species in Alberta (from ungulates like deer and moose to predators like wolves and bears), provide quick and interesting facts about the animals, and provide detailed information on how to safely coexist with them at home and on the trails.
Our goal for the Coexistence Series is to be your ‘one-stop shop’ for all things wildlife-coexistence related and to help provide you the knowledge you need to speak on behalf of wildlife and live and recreate successfully with them.
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We've gathered an exceptional selection of gear so you can proudly support wolves, bears, cougars, and the Exposed Wildlife Conservancy. We truly value the Exposed community and can't wait to bring everyone together!
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The recent wildfires in Alberta have had a devastating impact, not only destroying people’s homes and communities, but also wildlife and the forests they live in. Habitat loss can lead to food shortages, pushing animals into urban areas and increasing human-wildlife interactions, of which we must remain vigilant.
However, wildfires also bring with them hope and optimism, and our Co Founder, John E. Marriott, recently highlighted that in an online feature for Canadian Geographic:
“The good news is that most large mammals, particularly the bears and wolves, have the ability to outrun most fires, even one as fast and as furious as the Jasper wildfire has been. By this point in the summer, the wolf pack that resides in the Athabasca River valley will have mobile three-month-old pups that can travel dozens of kilometres, if need be, to flee any fire danger. Similarly, most bears in the valley will be able to outpace the fires provided they have an avenue of escape and don’t get pinned against a raging river or an unclimbable cliff.”
To bring something positive into your day, we want to share with you a heartwarming display of compassion and maternal instinct. Grizzly Bear 139, daughter of the beloved Bear 104, has done something truly extraordinary! After a distressing encounter that left her mother with only one cub, Bear 139 took it upon herself to adopt her mother’s abandoned cub, caring for it alongside her own two newborns.
This remarkable event marks the first documented case of a grizzly bear adoption in Kananaskis Country here in Alberta. Bear 139’s motherly instincts have given the orphaned cub a renewed chance at life, showcasing the deep bonds and social dynamics within grizzly bear families. It’s moments like these that remind us of the profound connections and extraordinary behaviors found in nature and why it is so important to continue advocating for their conservation.
Potential updates to trapping regulations in Ontario has sparked concerns amongst The Fur-Bearers and those of us fighting trapping regulations here at Exposed, particularly regarding proposed adjustments to neck snares, also known as "relaxing cable restraints”. Critics argue that reducing the minimum loop diameter of these snares could lead to unintended consequences for wildlife, such as excessive constriction that may harm species like wolves and coyotes.
Proponents of the changes suggest that smaller loop sizes are necessary to address concerns raised by trappers regarding pelt damage. However, opponents, including wildlife advocates, contend that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has not provided sufficient scientific evidence to justify these amendments. They worry that the changes could potentially exacerbate harms to wildlife populations rather than mitigate them.
In response to these concerns, advocates propose alternative approaches, such as promoting non-lethal and humane farming practices, and even advocating for a complete ban on the use of snares in Ontario. These suggestions aim to prioritize wildlife welfare while addressing the concerns of stakeholders involved in trapping activities.
Trapping season in Alberta and throughout Canada is around the corner, starting in the fall in most jurisdictions.Did you know that it is NOT legally required to put a warning sign up to warn people about where traps are placed? This is why knowing when trapping season starts in your province is crucial for safety because it helps avoid accidental encounters with traps, which can pose significant risks to hikers, pets, and of course wildlife.
Our Trapped In the Past Campaign aims to achieve a total ban on the use of killing neck snares in both commercial and recreational trapping across the country. Additionally, the campaign advocates for comprehensive updates to trapping regulations for fur-bearing mammals, emphasizing modern ethical standards and integrating scientific and traditional knowledge. This focus is especially critical for large apex predators such as wolves, coyotes, lynx, bobcats, and wolverines.
What you can do!
1. Learn more by watching the Trapped in the Past Documentary series!
2. Learn even more by visiting our Trapped in the Past Campaign.
3. Support fur-bearing animals by donating to the Trapped In the Past Campaign today!
In light of International Youth Day earlier this month, we want to help make it simpler to talk to kids about wildlife conservation. When discussing wildlife conservancy to our younger generations, it is a great start to focus on the differences between domesticated animals, and how our behavior should differ with our wildlife neighbors. For example, we may feed our dogs and cats at home and provide them with the necessities of life, but we want our children to learn that wild animals find their own food, shelter and amusement and do not need human intervention to survive. They need our awareness and advocating more than anything.
Wildlife conservation is about ensuring every animal has the opportunity to thrive happily in its natural habitat, while also prioritizing conservation efforts to safeguard wildlife for generations to come.
Our youth can start their wildlife conservation journey by taking meaningful actions, such as:
- Recycling and understanding why it is important
- Learning more about wildlife through our growing Knowledge Base
- Getting involved in local community conservation efforts
- Getting outdoors to generate curiosity about nature (stay tuned for more resources from us, such as scavenger hunts and animal tracking worksheets, to help promote this!)
Be honest with children about the unfortunate challenges we face in conservation, but frame them as opportunities for positive change. Foster a love for nature early on, inspiring a lifelong commitment to conservation of our wildlife and our planet.
Give today to help encourage the next generation of wildlife advocates!
Sincerely,
The Team At Exposed
