We hunt in area 258, Becker County, Section 18 Savannah Township parcel numbers 27.0062.000 and 27.0062.001 120 acres South of Itasca State Park, included in the private land we hunt a total of 600 acres of adjacent Becker County, MN Forestry and White Earth State Forest. We also hunt throughout an additional 18,000 acres North and West of the private land.

Curious about what wolf management means for deer hunters, trappers, and farmers/ranchers? Is it about eliminating wolves entirely or implementing a hunting/trapping season? Or is there another perspective to consider?

Tell us your story! We want to hear about what you're seeing in your hunting area. We all know the wolf population is higher than the official numbers suggest. There's important work to be done and valuable information to be gathered. Your reports will help paint a clear picture.

More than just wolves pose a threat to the deer population. As a serious hunter, it's crucial to understand all the factors affecting deer numbers. While wolves may be the hot topic right now, let's not overlook other predators.

Learn how the wolf count and territory size are determined. Featuring a "reprint" of the 2022 Minnesota Wolf Population Update from the DNR, authored by John Erb and Carolin Humpal of the Forest Wildlife Populations and Research Group.