Range Rider
Synopsis
500 head of cattle have been killed by wolves in Washington over the past decade, sparking conflict between ranchers and wildlife advocates.
Synopsis
On Labor Day weekend in 2007, wolves returned to the Diamond M Ranch in Eastern Washington, killing two calves. This marked the first documented wolf kill in the state in decades. Since then, rancher Steve faces threats as the wolf population grows under state protections. Conflicts with cattle have intensified. Some ranchers demand action against the wolves, while others like Steve advocate for their presence, citing ecological balance. The documentary captures the tension between conservation and ranching in the Pacific Northwest.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the impact of wolf reintroduction on ranching communities.
- Meet ranchers facing challenges from the growing wolf population.
- Find out how conservationists advocate for wildlife balance.
Did You Know
- Wolves were eradicated from Washington by the 1930s due to hunting and trapping.
- The first documented wolf kill in Washington in decades occurred in 2007.
- In the last 10 years, 500 cattle have been killed by wolves in Washington.
- Some ranchers demanded action against wolves after their population rebounded.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did wolves return to Washington after being eradicated?
Wolves returned to Washington on Labor Day weekend of 2007.
How many cattle have been killed by wolves in Washington in the last 10 years?
In the last 10 years, 500 head of cattle have been killed by wolves in Washington.
What was the first documented kill of a calf by wolves in Washington in decades?
The first documented kill of a calf by wolves in Washington in decades occurred at the Diamond M Ranch in 2007.
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