Day Visits
M:W & COVID-19:
Mission: Wolf does not have any specific policies surrounding COVID for Day Visits at this time.
If you or someone in your group has requests in regard to wearing masks, physical distancing, etc. during your visit, please let us know. We want to honor your physical and health needs.
Day Visits
Below you can sign up for a sanctuary experience at Mission:Wolf. During the guided visit, you will have the chance to spot some of our 23 wolves and wolf-dogs while learning about wolf behavior, biology, ecology, the stories of our wolves, and (for those interested) the systems we have in place to live on solar power at 9,500ft.
We offer these guided experiences by donation. Your guide will talk with you about the best ways you can support us, whether through a donation or by volunteering. This can be taken care of on-site.
Please DO NOT bring your dog to the sanctuary. It upsets the wolves.
Groups can bring no more than 9 people. Read more about child ages below.
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Day Visit Details
When you arrive: Please park in front of the big gray building (Jane's Studio) at the bottom of the hill. A Mission: Wolf staff member will be there to greet you.
Food and Items: Bring a lunch and any other supplies you may need, as we are 45 minutes from the closest town.
Dogs: Please DO NOT bring your dog to the sanctuary. It upsets the wolves.
Volunteering: Mission:Wolf’s volunteer program started with individuals visiting the sanctuary then lending a hand after their tour. We welcome volunteering even for an hour or an afternoon. Whatever skills you have, we can find a way to put them to work. Read more about volunteering here.
Wolf Behavioral Session: We cannot guarantee a wolf visit. We try to offer visitors a wolf visit while they at the sanctuary — provided the wolves, the weather, and our many projects agree with one another. Arriving earlier increases the chance you may get to greet the wolves.
Directions: Please don’t rely on Google Maps or a GPS! We are in a remote location with unreliable cell service – you may get lost! Click here for our simple, accurate directions.
Children: Children are welcome to visit Mission:Wolf. However, we strongly recommend a minimum age of 8 years old. Our wolves see children as puppies and want to play with them — when they can’t, the wolves get frustrated and take this energy out on their pack-mates. Because younger children are more likely to rile up the wolves, for safety purposes, you may be limited to certain areas on the tour.
Camping: We have a primitive tent campsite available free of charge — donations are appreciated. Please read about camping overnight before planning your volunteer trip.
Surrounding Area: It’s easy to incorporate other destinations into your visit to Mission:Wolf. Click here for more info about our area.
Winter Conditions: November through May, our roads are frequently impassable due to snow drifts and deep mud. There is limited cell phone coverage on our roads. Come prepared to dig yourself out of a snowdrift or hike to find help. We recommend that you bring tire chains, a shovel, and enough clothing and food to survive a night in your vehicle at -20°F.
Weather: Mission: Wolf is located 9,300 feet above sea level. Mountain weather is unpredictable and changes quickly. No matter the season, be prepared for anything. In general, summer is hot and sunny with afternoon thunderstorms and cool nights. Fall has a mix of cold and warm days with cold nights. Our first snow typically falls in early October, and the majority of our snow falls in March and April. Winter is sunny but extremely cold. Large snowdrifts can block roads. To check our local weather forecast, click here.
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