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Public commenters urge stronger wolf protections and clearer rules for both ranchers and the department
Summary
Two public commenters told WAG the group lacks a strong pro-wolf voice and urged clearer, enforceable protocol rules. Ferry County Commissioner Theresa Jenkins also criticized WDFW for declining outside offers to help collar wolves and cited the agency's two-year operating budget figure.
Two public speakers used the WAG meeting public comment period to press sharply different concerns about wolf management in Washington.
Dr. Wayne Johnson, introduced himself and framed the broader conservation concern: "Wolves are under siege all over the country," he said, urging that the group include a strong advocacy voice for protecting wolves and asking why the advisory body lacked…
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