Timeline of the wolf
1620 - 2025
By learning from the past and making informed choices, we can build a future where humans and wolves coexist peacefully.
The Mayflower lands in Plymouth, Massachusetts
Wolves and Indigenous peoples live harmoniously in America. The arrival of European settlers bring Old World fear and hatred of wolves, marking the start of a tragic era of persecution. As the nation was colonized, wolves were hunted down in a war that lasted for centuries, leaving the species nearly extinct in the lower 48 states.
"Little Red Riding Hood" is published
Folklore, fairy tales, and fables promote the myth of the Big Bad Wolf. Passed on from generation to generation, the stories instill a fear of wolves that remains prevalent today.
06 Resources
Alpha Female Wolf: Fierce Legacy of Yellowstone's 06
McIntyre celebrates the legacy of our namesake 06, the most famous wolf in the world. 06 was revered around the world for her beauty, intelligence, strength and hunting prowess. You too will be captivated by 06 after reading her story, (Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone, Book 4). 2022
American Wolf
The compelling story of our namesake 06, the charismatic alpha female beloved by wolf watchers from around the world. Blakeslee also tells the larger story of the cultural clash within this country. 2017
Koda and the Wolves
Koda the golden retriever moves to Wyoming with his owner and learns all about wolves. 2020 (ages 7-12)
Wolf Nation: The Life, Death, and Return of Wild American Wolves
The author, a nature writer and NPR contributor combines science and storytelling to the 300-year history of wild wolves in America. One chapter is devoted to the story of 06. The book critically acclaimed internationally, was also selected as Forbes Magazine Conservation Book of the Year. 2017
The 06 Legacy is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting America's gray wolves.
