"Wolf Days of Summer" at the WNC Nature Center

Western North Carolina may be deep in the "dog days" of summer,  but  at the WNC Nature Center, it's more like wolf days. Once again, the red wolf pups are making headlines as they and their parents, Phoenix and Mayo, move to the on-exhibit habitat. Their grandfather, Rufus, has moved off-exhibit.

 

Just like human kids getting ready to go back to school, these pups are in a crucial learning stage of life. They're old enough now that in the wild, they might start play-hunting with small animals or wind-blown leaves, learning the techniques that will someday make them apex predators. They wander a little further from their parents, learning through experience.

As summer draws to a close, make use of these beautiful sunny days for a visit to the WNC Nature Center and some of the most endangered canines in the world.

 

Adopt a Red Wolf Puppy!  Give the red wolf pups a special welcome by becoming their Wild Parent!  Adoption levels start at $25. 

All adopters will receive an adoption certificate, a special red wolf pup photo, a fact sheet, a Zoobook, and an invitation to the annual Wild Parents Day event at the Nature Center.  Click here to adopt a red wolf today

 

The Western North Carolina Nature Center  is a living museum of plants and animals native to the Appalachian region.  Its mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of all aspects of the natural environment of Western North Carolina through hands-on and sensory experiences. The Center is located at 75 Gashes Creek Road in Asheville NC.