End Colorado's Wolf Importation

by Greg Walcher on February 10, 2026 If you were a grey wolf, it would be hard to imagine a more hostile environment than this state, into which 25 wolves have been involuntarily and violently extradited from their natural homes. It is reminiscent of illegal immigrants from south of the border being deported to prisons in unfamiliar countries like South Sudan and Uzbekistan. Those people have at least been accused of committing some crime. But what exactly have these wolves d

Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced it will not release any new gray wolves this season  as part of the state’s wolf restoration effort. Officials say they’re taking extra time to focus on safety for both livestock and wolves  and work with ranchers and stakeholders to reduce conflicts. They’ll continue managing the existing wolf population and explore options to resume introductions in winter 2026–2027 while trying to build a self-sustaining population.

The Colorado Springs Gazette  editorial board is saying what many Coloradans already know: the gray wolf reintroduction program is unsustainable, legally shaky, and putting rural communities and livestock at risk. With the legislative session underway, now is the moment to act. 📣  Contact your state legislators  and tell them to end the gray wolf reintroduction program and stop further releases in Colorado. 👉 Read the editorial: https://gazette.com/2026/01/08/editorial-col