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Nov 18 2011
Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary
On Wednesday the kids and I joined our local co-op to go visit the Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary in Montgomery, Texas. Unlike many of the field trips we recycle year to year, the wolf sanctuary was a completely new experience.
The mission behind this sanctuary is two-fold. First, they provide loving care, attention and shelter for, wild and captive born wolves and wolf dogs. Our guide shared that once any animal, be it a true wolf, dog or a hybrid (wolf-dog), is declared a wolf they are considered non-releasable and typically "put down" by local shelters.
The second, and equally important, part of the sanctuary's mission is to utilize their facilities as a means to educate the general public about wolves.
After arriving, our group sat under a covered viewing area across from the wolf enclosures. We listened as our guide shared some of the challenges of raising wolves and wolf-dogs. She also shared the history of how some of the wolves came to the sanctuary, including personalities, temperaments, and how they relate to each other and volunteers.
It was obvious our guide felt strongly about her work at the sanctuary as she answered our questions in depth and reminisced her way through several entertaining stories.
Unfortunately, the morning we chose to visit was a stressful time for the wolves. The evening before we arrived the wolf sanctuary sustained some unusually strong winds and rain which required them to hire men to come fell trees in and around the wolves' enclosures. The conditions were not conducive to safely allow personal visits with any of the "Ambassador" wolves like "Tracker" (above) who are specially trained to interact with people.
As you can imagine that was a great disappointment to our group, but they were very clear from the start that being near wolves and wolf hybrids involve inherent risks and they do their best to protect visitors by being hyper aware of the wolves' comfort level. If you are considering a visit, please note that we were told the sanctuary does not allow any children under age 3 to "pet" the wolves, though they can be present in the viewing area.
Several of the wolf-dog hybrids are at the sanctuary because those that found or purchased them from breeders had no idea of the complexities of caring for these animals. One of the owners endured about $5000 worth of damage to his home before he sought out and turned over his wolf-dog to the sanctuary to raise.
Wolves do not make good domesticated pets; they are unpredictable, not easily trained and make for amazing escape artists. The guide shared with us one instance where a tarp (roof) was literally used as a trampoline for one wolf to bounce right out of its enclosure.
We learned that wolves stand about 34 inches tall at the shoulder. The gray wolves measure between 5 to 7.5 feet from their nose to the end of their tails. Weighing in between 40 and 140 pounds, with females generally weighing about 15 pounds less than their male counterpart, wolves are larger than I imagined.
Wolves and wolf-dogs have wide ranges in color. They can be nearly any shade of gray, tan and brown, to a pure white or solid black. Though they may have any blend of colors, their hair is much less diverse. Every wolf has long guard hairs on top to repel moisture with an insulating undercoat beneath it.
Mystery is the only one of the sanctuary wolves they know has been "wild". Trapped by her foot, which was almost severed as she tried to escape, Mystery was shot and left for dead. Found and then treated by a veterinarian, Mystery was the reason the Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary was established.
In an attempt to explain why visitors are not able to get closer to the wolf enclosures our guide shared that Jean LeFevre, the sanctuary's founder and owner, has tips missing to a couple of her fingers. Wolves, like many animals, experience things with their mouths first and foremost and fingers through a fence look much like tasty treats. Naturally, the sanctuary wants to protect its visitors from the 42 interlocking teeth and incredibly powerful jaws of the wolves and wolf-dogs they house.
Yet another attribute of wolves is their highly keen senses. They can hear as far as six miles away when in the forest and ten miles in open country. A wolf's sense of smell is 100 times greater than ours and their peripheral and night vision are superior to ours as well.
The wolves housed at the Saint Frances Sanctuary are non-releasable, rescued animals. The Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary does not ever breed, sell or trade their wolves and wolf-dogs. Many of the wolves have already suffered abuse at the hands of humans and the sanctuary provides a stable, loving environment for them to live out their lives.
Though we were disappointed we didn't get any "touch-time" with the wolves, I still count all field trips as important learning experiences. This visit stirred-up conversations about breeding specialty animals such as the wolf-dog hybrids. That conversation extended into a discussion about whether we should breed animals at all – what with the excessive overflow of animals in shelters that are in need of good homes and caregivers. We even talked about the guide's statement that wolves are considered endangered and where wolves are often still found. And finally, based on what we learned about the wolf hierarchy, we identified the pet hierarchy in our own home.
If you live anywhere near Montgomery, Texas, I suggest you call ahead and find out the best time to visit, but I imagine we will give the wolf sanctuary another try. Visiting as a family seems a better option than going as a large group.
About the Author: Tired of feeling overwhelmed, Heather Sanders and her husband Jeff faithsized their family into a 960 square foot lake cabin in need of renovation. She writes about faith and simplifying your desires so you can be content right here and right now.
76 Comments and 21 Replies
Leigh Ann On Friday, November 18 at 5:37 am
They are so beautiful! That sounds like a wonderful field trip. Sorry you went all that way and didn't get to pet them.
Holly On Friday, November 18 at 5:49 am
Thank you for sharing that experience. It breaks my heart that people think they can keep wolves or breed wolf-dog crosses. I LOVE wolves but would never try and keep one as a pet. That would just be crazy and unbelievabley selfish. Thank you Saint Francis Wolf Sancturay for being there and doing the work you do. God bless you.
Home School Coach On Friday, November 18 at 6:00 am
This is soooo interesting to me. My daughter has a coyote-dog.. She found it severely injured on the highway after being hit by a semi. Another person stopped and volunteered to pay for a vet if my daughter would take the animal there. She did and they have been together over 15 years. Luna has one leg, sounds like a coyote sometimes and yes, has some peculiar behaviors. Keeping a part wild dog can be a real challenge. My daughter and Luna love each other and I know when Luna runs out her life that it is going to be a significant loss for my daughter.
I myself am fascinated with this whole dog person relationship. I do not have an affinity for animals in any way. I can admire them from afar, and do, but I have never been able to get close to one in any emotional way. I feel that I am missing something from my life because of this and think often on why I feel this way. I watch so many people who are so close to their animals and obviously get "something" from them. However, I do make an effort and I am always kind to animals even if I don't love them. My mom has two dogs and they are like children to her. I find the whole animal-people connection to be fascinating!
These are beautiful animals and I enjoyed reading this article so much and seeing the pictures. If I eve get to Texas, and I just might, I will check it out. Thank you. Here is a fun article on teaching children about dogs – http://home-school-coach.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=10092&action=edit
Home School Coach On Sunday, November 20 at 5:34 pm
I have had a few people contact me and let me know that the above link doesn't work. Sorry about that. Ah, the joy of technology. Here is the correct link. Enjoy! : ) http://home-school-coach.com/kids-learn-about-dogs/
kath On Friday, November 18 at 6:25 am
We have the Wolf Conservation Center not far from where I live in NY. They have "Ambassador Wolves" that they bring to various programs and groups for educational purposes, so I had the opportunity to see one in person. We were told to sit and let the wolf come to us, and not to raise our hands or make any sudden movements. They were much larger than I thought wolves would be, but absolutely gorgeous animals. I hope you get the opportunity to go back again and interact with them.
Lindsey On Friday, November 18 at 6:29 am
That is amazing. I didn't know a place like that existed. I wish we lived closer so we could see it. We plan to home school our children too. (We have our first on the way!)
jjk On Friday, November 18 at 6:33 am
It is wonderful to know a place like this exists! They are beautiful animals.
Toni S. On Friday, November 18 at 6:39 am
Thank you for this story! We have a place similar to this here in Lafayette, IN. called Wolf Park. However, the pack is pure wolves, they do allow the wolves to breed, and then they allow adoptions by other teaching facilities. They have a website-
I even have had the privilege of doing a wolf adoption. My husband gave it to me as a Christmas present. It includes an interaction with the wolves! Which means, they give me a tutorial and then take me into the enclosure. I was in the middle of the whole pack. I got to pet them, they were allowed to lick me, smell me, just about anything! I have pics up here-
JoMom On Friday, November 18 at 10:36 am
Oh man, I grew up just down the road from here and somehow never went to see. Thanks for the links!!!!!
Chelsea On Friday, November 18 at 7:06 am
I live NOWHERE near Texas but thank you for the educational and interesting article on these beautiful, misunderstood creatures!
kmealy On Friday, November 18 at 7:20 am
Thank you for sharing and thank you for opening the eyes of your children to this situation.
Sue On Friday, November 18 at 7:24 am
New Mexico, Montana, and Minnesota all have wolf exhibits which are well done and give the wolves room to run while on exhibit. In New Mexico, the Albuquerque zoo is part of a breeding program for the endangered Mexican wolf and has a decent exhibit. Thank goodness there are places like this. I have seen wolves in the wild in Canada. Beautiful sight.
Krys72599 On Friday, November 18 at 7:24 am
Thanks for sharing this experience.
They are certainly beautiful animals and it's a shame that so many of them suffer so much before finding a home there at sanctuary. They are subject to their nature and "owners" sometimes don't understand the power of "nature" over "nurture."
TexasLea On Friday, November 18 at 7:28 am
What an awesome field trip! I once worked in a vets office and we had a full blood wolf stay with us there awhile. Her name was Kylie and she was solid black.The owner could not get her to eat. The vet worked and worked with a combination of special foods and raw meat to find a diet for that beautiful creature. The poor thing had to be kept in a dark storage room that had a concrete floor and cinder block walls. We had to let her out totally on her own in the small yard to ease her stress. She was scared to death of any of the dogs. That said I had the priviledge of being her favorite person to see. She would go from sulking in the corner to perking her ears and wagging her tail when I came in. You aren't kidding about how high they can jump. One time Kylie completely cleared my head when she had been no more than 10 feet from me to start with. I do hope you get to go back and touch one of these amazing creatures. I will never forget how Kylies fur felt and how her eyes had more human characteristics than "dog". I am sad to say I don't know what happened to her but I hope the owner allowed her to live out her days in a place like this one. The next time we are down that way we will have to look this sanctuary up and pay them a visit.
tinaehb3 On Friday, November 18 at 7:56 am
We have something like this near where I live. I've never been myself, but others say it's very cool.
Theresa On Friday, November 18 at 8:02 am
Fascinating, thank you for sharing!
Liz On Friday, November 18 at 8:05 am
What a great field trip! Thanks for sharing.
As a follow-up to your family discussions, there was a great article in the March 2010 National Geographic about the battle in the northern states between farmers who's livelihood is threatened by a returning wolf population and conservationists who have brought wolves off the endangered list in those areas. I think it would spark more interesting discussion.
I'm curious, did you learn anything about how wolves and wolf-dogs interact together? Wolves and dogs are SO different that I can't help but wonder whether the wolves accept the wolf-dogs as pack members.
Quinn On Friday, November 18 at 8:07 am
That was a great read and sounds like a wonderful trip. Looking at your pictures reminded me of my dog, from my childhood. We got him from a shelter. He was in a tight chainlink fence cage which he was far too large for. They told us he was a mix breed. He was part wolf part German Shepard. We were never really sure but till we saw an exhibit on wolves. His coat was a perfect match. He was mostly white and quite large and had bristly coarse hair (especially across his shoulders and around his neck). But he was also the most gentle dog I ever came across. The only thing I really know is that he did not like the trash collection days. He was protector and did not like the men taking anything away from the house – even if it was trash.
I did not know that shelters have to put the wolf breeds and mixes down. I was fortunate to have my dog but I can see how those wild tendencies should be left in the wild.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Tanya On Friday, November 18 at 8:19 am
Thank you for sharing this story! My kids are out of school all next week and we have been considering what to do all week! This is semi-close to us and sounds like a really neat experience!
Heather D On Friday, November 18 at 8:21 am
On this note, everyone should visit Turpentine Creek in Eureka Springs, Ark to see the big cat rescue. They operate on these same principles and is great learning opportunity. I love the kitties!!
ashley c On Wednesday, November 23 at 11:38 pm
I agree with you. Turpentine Creek is a amazing place to learn more about big and small cats!
celia On Friday, November 18 at 8:33 am
I urge you all to read Farley Mowat's "Never Cry Wolf". It is quite revelatory. Really, this is an amazing book.
I'm glad people care about these animals, but wonder if they would be better off dead than to be in cages or runs. I'm not anthropomorphizing, but wolves do have a wild soul that makes them feel like they are in a concentration camp when captive.
Jan B K On Friday, November 18 at 3:08 pm
I love that book! I first read it in Jr High – and that was eeeonnns ago! One of my stand out memories from that gook is how the author "marked" his territory just like the wolves did.
Tulip's Mom On Friday, November 18 at 4:48 pm
I've read it over and over. Spoiler alert: you'll cry at the end.
Melissa On Friday, November 18 at 8:47 am
We have a wolf rescue about an hour from where I live, up in the mountains. We've been a few times and it is just as wonderful every time. If you're ever in Colorado again you should look it up, especially in cooler weather – apparently the wolves are very active when there's snow on the ground!
Kendra On Friday, November 18 at 8:52 am
It is encouraging to see the love and dedication that goes into a place like this. As a veterinarian who used to work in the upper Midwest, I've seen my share of wolf/dog hybrids… They are not status symbols, they are not a tame wolf from a storybook, they are wild animals with a relentless drive to be free.
Kathy from Canada On Friday, November 18 at 8:56 am
so beauiful!
I had a dog growing up that was part wolf and looked alot like the one in the 8th pic. His name was Buster. We lived in the deep country of Nova Scotia so he had lots of safe places to roam and come in when he wanted warmth by the fire. He sometimes brought his catch of rabbits home to "share" with us.
He was the sweetest dog in the but was always too nosy around the porcupines and got pinned alot on his snout. he was patient with us to get them out.
He lived to a ripe old age.
Erika On Friday, November 18 at 9:04 am
What beautiful animals. Interesting story.
Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) On Friday, November 18 at 9:05 am
This is one Ozark Farm Chick who just adores all animals but I do wish people would realize that 'wild' animals are just that….wild. They do not make good pets as is or bred with domesticated critters. It's just a fact……'Just sayin'……… :o(
I am happy you at least got to tour the place and strike up conversations with the youngens. Hopefully we'll raise a more knowledgeable generation.
Soooo sad that the sanctuary experienced so much wind damage. I know how these places are strugglin' to survive.
From the frosty windy hills and hollers of the cold Missouri Ponderosa, ya'll have a delightfully blessed and beautiful weekend!!! :o)
Kathy from Canada On Friday, November 18 at 9:24 am
our pet was born from a female golden lab – a country dog who mated with an unknown . We did not know Buster was part wolf until his colouring came in as an adult.
All the litter( only 3) ended up to good deep woods country homes.
This was also back in the 1970's,
melaniek On Friday, November 18 at 9:18 am
I am struck by how many of those look so much like my sisters malamute, almost certainly a couple of those had to have been bred with malamutes…. I had a malamute growing up and everyone always got huge wide eyes when they saw her… but she was the best dog ever… and the reason my sister got a malamute when she was in the dog market… I am curious how they know if one is a wolf-dog vs just a malamute?
DaCook On Friday, November 18 at 11:01 pm
In wolves – the toe pads and claw marks point forward.
In dogs – the toe pads and claw marks are angled to the outside.
Also, wolves hold their tails down more so than dogs. (I think I have that right). I should know since I am a lover of wolves and collect statues, etc. of them. I am also a descendant of the Cherokee Wolf Clan. I discovered that only a few years ago and now I know why I love the wolves so much.
Cheri V On Friday, November 18 at 9:21 am
There is a similar place in Ely, Mn.
Babs On Friday, November 18 at 9:28 am
For anyone who is in the Indiana area, there is Wolf Park in Battleground IN that has a very similar mission to this park. (www.wolfpark.org)
I had a wonderful time visiting this place – when I visited we got to go in amongst the pack but I was there as part of an Animal Behaviour class and we had a full day of lessons on how to behave.
I highly recommend this as a great outing for homeschool co-ops (or families just for fun!)
Wolves are amazing creatures!
pvfrompv On Friday, November 18 at 9:59 am
This was a great read. The sanctuary another poster mentioned in Colorado is Mission: Wolf in (very) rural Westcliffe. They have a great outreach program in place and travel with the ambassador wolves to educate and introduce these amazing creatures to school children. Of course you can also visit the sanctuary too. Bless all the wolves' caregivers/educators.
Foof On Friday, November 18 at 9:59 am
I had a dear friend who owned a wolf-dog in the 1970's. King was a Collie/Canadian Timber Wolf hybrid. He was the most amazing animal. He was huge but extremely gentle with those he loved. He was protective and smart. If you messed with his loved ones though, he was a force to be reckoned with. King escaped from his owner in the Arizona desert and was lost. I will always miss that dog.
Alyson On Friday, November 18 at 10:05 am
Wolves are one of my very favorite animals. They are so beautiful. There used to be a guy close to where I lived who had exotic animals at his home. I visited him many years ago. He has since moved. Anyway, he had wolves. One of the wolves was massive. Just huge. The guy started howling to get the wolves to howl so we could hear how they sounded. OH my! The coolest, most beautiful, eerie sound I have ever heard. What I would give to hear that again.
aspen On Friday, November 18 at 10:27 am
Wolves are beautiful – and dangerous – animals. But they are not endangered as a species. There are far more than enough wolves in certain parts of the continent. And while it is wonderful to see them (I occasionally see one in the wild) it is not wonderful to find the bones and hide (all that was left) of a yearling heifer that was alive the healthy the night before. These animals are BIG and require a lot of food – meat. So they cause a lot of casualties when a pack lives in an area with livestock. When you see the damage wolves can do, the idea of trying to keep them safely as pets is ludicrous. I'm glad your kids had a chance to see the results – caged animals for the rest of their lives – of people trying to do so. Not fair to the animals at all, but making the best of a bad situation.
Mary C On Friday, November 18 at 11:48 am
Amen! I was raised in the country and saw the damage that wolves were responsible for.
shelby On Saturday, November 19 at 9:54 am
I agree, living here in Montana I see first hand the devastation on elk herds, deer, moose, coyotes(wolves do not share) and livestock from a too high of a population of wolves. Just like all animals they still have to be managed, even wild animals population are managed. And without management on wolves for so many years our states moose, elk, deer and others have taken the brunt of politics in their unsustainable calf/fawn numbers. But so many times we only hear of the poor wolves and not the poor elk/moose/deer that the high wolf population has annihilated. Like everything there must be a balance, a balance that we have the responsibility as stewards to keep in check. It is not just the ranchers whos livelihood is at stake it is the diversity of all animals that are at stake in this 'game of chess'.
And no wolf numbers are not endangered, they are overpopulated for the size of this grey wolf and the amount that he kills and the amount that he eats(not the timber wolf that once roamed here, even the few that were left are dead from the grey wolf introduction-the grey wolf does not share).
So yes wolves are big-huge, beautiful, here in large numbers and dangerous and still need to be managed.
Abby On Sunday, November 20 at 3:30 pm
Contrary to the beliefs of people who dismiss wolves as vicious killers, wolves do play vital roles in the ecosystem. After wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming scientists found that aspen and cottonwood groves recovered – not because wolves were killing all the elk, but because elk stopped standing around grazing like domestic livestock.
Similarly, wolves, by preying on elk and moose populations, have helped willow and fir groves to recover in other parts of the US and Canada. Willows, aspens, and cottonwoods all grow in fragile stream areas, which are extremely sensitive to over-grazing.
Now that the elk are not eating the trees to the ground, beavers have become more common in Yellowstone. The beavers create more ponds, which provide habitat for streamside trees, which creates more habitats for nesting birds, and so on. This is what ecologists call a "trophic cascade", where one organism can create cascading effects in a complex ecosystem.
Contrary to the fears of hunters, wolves do not seem to cause significant declines in elk or deer populations.
A recent study by Chris Wilmers, a UC Berkeley doctoral student, and Wayne Getz, a UC Berkeley professor of environmental science, policy, and management found another important trophic effect of wolves on the ecosystem. Like many predators, wolves do not eat their entire kill. Unlike grizzlies or cougers, though, wolves leave the remains of their kills behind. This makes wolf kills available for many species of scavengers, ranging from bald eagles to coyotes.
Without wolves, scavengers are largely dependent on harsh winters to provide food. Global warming makes harsh winters rarer. Now that wolves live in Yellowstone again, however, wolf leftovers provide a steady food source throughout the winter for scavengers.
Mrs.Brooks On Friday, November 18 at 10:43 am
My son got a hybrid wolf from a rescue center. It was a female he name her Kenai, he work with her in training and she became the most loyal pet you have ever seen. My son and Kenai live with me and my other son after becoming a single Mom. We felt very safe in our home with her. She was in my son's wedding 2 1/2 years ago, she carried the rings on a pillow on her back.(It was sooo cute) every there was so surprise to see this, it was a secret no one was told. She die about a year ago,she live to be 15 years old. We all miss her very much. My son got another hybird wolf just before Kenai pass and name him Sig. Also a wonderful loyal pet.
Stacy On Friday, November 18 at 10:56 am
I didn't know wolves were that big either. wow! I loved your story, it makes me want to learn more about wolves.
Shari On Friday, November 18 at 11:05 am
Thank you for the great post on the wolf sanctuary. I'm so grateful that there are people out there so willing to provide for these beautiful animals. And any other animals in need of sanctuary for that matter. Let's pray special blessings for them.
Katie On Friday, November 18 at 11:05 am
What a wonderful article: interesting and informative! I'm so glad that you and your kids were able to experience this. Wolves are truly fascinating animals, and the controversy surrounding them, I think, can be a great teaching tool for kids (and adults). Thanks for sharing!
I wish we had a place like this near where my family lives.
Eliza J On Friday, November 18 at 11:14 am
I have never heard of that before. Thank you so much for sharing the wonderful work these people do for these animals. They are beautiful.
Rhonda On Friday, November 18 at 11:37 am
What a wonderful place! Thank you so much for sharing it with us!
Wolves are amazing animals and I am so glad there is someone out there taking care of those who can't take care of themselves.
I was heartened to read that your conversations wandered into the question of breeding any animal given the many strays in the shelters and the higher number ofones put to sleep. I am a firm believer that we need responsible breeders, but I wish "backyard" (the term I use for the average person who breeds simply for money) breeders would disappear. I have a co-worker who bred a dachsund to a chinese crested simply to see how the babies would turn out. They did find them homes, but "just to find out how they turn out" is not a good reson to cross-breed.
Anyway, off my soapbox. Thank you for sharing! I hope I am one day able to visit!
Faith Martin On Friday, November 18 at 12:35 pm
Wow! A wolf sanctuary!? I love wolves and it would seem like a nice place to visit and see the wolves.
Did your visit there or your guide tell what the difference is between a wolf and wolf-dog?
winnie On Friday, November 18 at 1:11 pm
They are beautiful, and I'm glad you got to see them (although not to caress this time – oh, well.) I'm also pleased that the refuge owner was so well attuned that they could talk with you about how the wolves perceived extra activities around them and how they wouldn't behave normally.
We often forget how our dogs and cats can be stressed being put in new situations, and I'm also quite vigilant as to our surroundings when we're out for walks. I'd hate to have one of my gang hurt someone because I missed a child running up to hug a big dog from an angle where he or she couldn't see it coming.
Hannah @ Treasuring It Up On Friday, November 18 at 1:32 pm
Very interesting, Heather! I am continually amazed at how many people breed wolves for pets. It's nonsensical. We have the wild Yellowstone wolves literally in our backyard and I love to watch them but I could not imagine how upset they would be if I caught and penned one up. Beautiful animals. Thanks for sharing!
Bobbie On Friday, November 18 at 1:53 pm
I agree, very interesting… and also like the sentence:
"That conversation extended into a discussion about whether we should breed animals at all – "
It is good to know that children are questioning this.
Great pictures, and hope you can go back.
Misha H. On Friday, November 18 at 2:47 pm
Thank you for sharing! What beautiful animals.
The M Half On Friday, November 18 at 4:31 pm
This is fascinating to me. We saw a couple of wolves in Montana once. They were running across the highway and I kept my eyes closed and fingers crossed until my husband told me they made it safely.
I understand the damage wolves can do and am sure it is heart wrenching. I still think they're beautifully majestic animals and I would *love* to visit St Francis. In fact, I'm only about 3 hours away .. hm … family field trip!
Rachel On Friday, November 18 at 5:19 pm
What a fantastic experience! I have always loved wolves (I blame it on _Julie of the Wolves_), though I profess to be more of a cat person. I once knew a guy in high school who had a wolf-dog hybrid named Mariah who was thankfully sweet-tempered. That's the closest I've come to a wolf, but I will always remember how HUGE she was — just generally a solid animal and the fur! Incredibly dense — noticeably different from a domestic dog's; you'd be able to tell something was different even if you hadn't been told she was a hybrid. I hope maybe next year you guys can go back and get a little tactile experience yourself!
Birdie On Friday, November 18 at 7:13 pm
Wonderful post! Thank you for sharing. What beautiful creatures.
Nikki H On Friday, November 18 at 7:29 pm
I've lived in Texas all my life and I've never heard of the sanctuary. My loss. I cannot wait to check it out next time we go to the Houston area. Thanks for the sharing this information.
Jaime On Friday, November 18 at 7:54 pm
Thank you for recounting your visit to the sanctuary! My husband has a fascination with wolves and I only just found out about this place myself, and so close to Houston! My intent is to find out more about and then apply to be a volunteer at this sanctuary to help the cause. We're planning to visit there soon
Tameka Downing On Friday, November 18 at 8:27 pm
I have always loved wolves. They are some of my favorite animals. I wish we had a sanctuary near me, I would love to visit one.
Jacki On Friday, November 18 at 10:20 pm
I love the knowledge every one came away with-wolves are beautiful and forever wild.
Gina On Friday, November 18 at 11:10 pm
If you ever want to hug, kiss, snuggle, or give a wolf a belly rub, just let me know and you all can come and visit Lola here in Norco, CA. Lola is a high content wolf-hybrid and she is the best thing that ever happened to our family – please don't let this get out to our kids. Our Lola is the best! She eats meat, howls at the moon, and sleeps in bed with us every night. Even our cats like her. We have had Lola since she was a puppy, therefore she is very domesticated, but there is no denying she is a wolf.
ash On Friday, November 18 at 11:54 pm
Bless these people. Thank you for helping these magnificent animals. Wolves just stir my soul.
Mary On Saturday, November 19 at 7:18 am
Hi Heather,
Thank you so much for sharing this. I am in Texas too, and will plan a trip to the sanctuary with my family. Thank God there are good people like this. I can't stand the thought of animals being mistreated but at least they can find peace now.
J. Gridley On Saturday, November 19 at 8:04 am
Please do not use the verb "share" for the verb "tell". Do you suppose that Einstein told his students that he would share with them E=mc2? Or that news anchors would "share" with their listeners that a volcano erupted that day? Or that parents would "share" with their children the fact that knives are sharp and can be dangerous? The verb "share" and the verb "tell" have different meanings. It is important to teach students that. Using one for the other results in mush talk.
ck On Saturday, November 19 at 4:28 pm
Thank God for a voice of reason. Please posters, USE CORRECT ENGLISH.
Megan On Monday, November 21 at 8:09 pm
Wow. The name of this blog is "Oh My Stinkin' Heck," not "Merriam-Webster." It's not like she ended her sentence with a preposition or something horrific like that. "Share" is common usage for "tell," and in a few years the dictionary will reflect that, like it or not. But, more to the point, your comment was just nasty. Better a slightly-incorrect verb than such an uncontrolled temper.
SusanH On Saturday, November 19 at 9:21 am
I had no idea that the wolf sanctuary existed. We have a Houston address, but are on the border of being Cypress or Tomball. I have seen 3 wolves now in the past 3 months. We are a very well developed subdivision that was built 30 years ago. I have wondered if the lack of water caused the wolves to come into our territory. It sounds like a fascinating field trip.
jil On Saturday, November 19 at 10:39 am
Guess I'm in the minority, but I find this 'sanctuary' cruel. These are wild animals, predators, who should not be locked up. They are not endangered and do not need rescue. It breaks my heart to see beautiful wild spirits living in cages. We are arrogant indeed.
Katie Jo On Saturday, November 19 at 12:50 pm
I would agree with you, but I believe that the sanctuary is for wolves, or wolf hybrids that would have otherwise been killed due to having been domesticated and seen as unfit or unsafe to release into the wild.
celia On Saturday, November 19 at 4:30 pm
Again, I would bring up that these animals are maybe better off dead. They HATE being caged. They are so intelligent, but they are so wild.
Punk Rebel Mama On Saturday, November 19 at 11:40 am
I have owned wolf hybrids for almost 16 years. They ARE different from dogs. Much more intelligent and rule-conscious. My sister also has hybrids. None of our dogs has EVER been aggressive with humans. They identify you as pack leader and watch carefully for your signals. I think it's a shame that hybrids are vilified. It's stupid owners that are the real danger. My hybrids are always crossed with malamute. And they are gentle with children and babies. They adore humans and crave interaction with their human pack. Some personalities love to run and tackle, so running where they can see you tells them you'd like to be tackled! Other than that it's just knowing their body language and how to talk to them.
Susan the Singer On Wednesday, November 23 at 5:53 am
The problem is that a lot of idiots just think it's "cool" to be able to say they own wolves, without thinking through the ramifications of owning a wolf, or part wolf, and not educating themselves beforehand.
You get it. You get that you have to understand the body language and communicate to the dogs with your own body language properly. Without that sort of education and knowledge, owning a wolf or wolf-hybrid is just dumb.
Back on the main topic, Wolf Park in Battle Ground, IN (mentioned earlier in the comments) has an awesome thing called Howl Night. There is a seating area outside the wolf enclosure where spectators can sit and howl at the wolves, in hopes that they'll howl back and come to investigate. They did the night we were there, except for one shy wolf who kept howling for the others to come back to him. It is an eerie sound.
Irishmomof2 On Saturday, November 19 at 3:04 pm
We just visited a "Wolf Ranch" in a suburb of Chicago. It was fantastic! We were able to see Arctic Wolves as well as Coyotes and Husky dogs. I was amazed at how big a wolf really is. My son and his friend were able to pet one. The people who own the property were amazing and provided a sancutary for the wolves as well as other various animals. God certainly has some awesome creation!
for irishmom On Saturday, November 26 at 11:59 pm
woweee. Maybe God meant for these animals to not be caged.
Katie Jo On Saturday, November 19 at 3:46 pm
Wolves are indeed beautiful animals. Had the pleasure of hearing the pack at the Alaska Zoo howl. What an amazing experience that was, very hauntingly beautiful.
As for all wolves being considered endangered, as a previous poster stated, that is not the case for all wolf subspecies. Perhaps some, I believe someone mentioned the Mexican wolf , but that is certainly not the case here in Alaska or in certain other northern states. Definitely something worth discussing and doing more research on.
Katie Jo On Monday, November 21 at 4:35 pm
I'd like to clarify… Wolves in Alaska are definitely not endangered, quite the opposite actually. After some brief research, I realize that wolf populations in the contiguous 48 states have varying status'. Please beware of blanket statements.
Melissa V On Sunday, November 20 at 7:42 am
Your post reminded me of the two Husky-Wolf dogs my family had when I was younger. Sassy (short for Sasquatch because of her huge paws) was our first, Wolfkin (male) was our second. Both were about a 50/50 mix and couldn't have been more different from each other. Sassy was very protective, when we moved into a new house she would sleep in front of my bedroom door and then patrol the rest of the house throughout the night. She never left the yard (which was not fenced), and loved kids of all ages. The only time she was ever upset (even then she only snapped never bit) was right after she had a litter and a little girl was pulling on her eyelashes. Now Wolfkin was another matter, while he was also fiercely loyal he was dumb and had a running streak. You're right about them being escape artists though, that dog could get out of anything and if we didn't live on such a big area it would have been a problem. After they passed it was such a blow to our family we never owned one again.
Lynn Laura On Sunday, November 20 at 9:08 am
Great article Ree. I enjoyed reading it and seeing your pictures. I'm a dog lover and, since dogs evolved from wolves, I am touched by their story. But, people need to respect the fact that animals in the wild are just that….wild. What a perfect place for them to live out their lives.
Melanie Segalla On Sunday, November 20 at 10:19 am
When we were just married about a year (8 years ago) my husband did a surveillance job at a man's ranch. On this ranch he had dozens of wolves. These wolves were (he swore by this, though I don't know if he could prove it) pure timberwolf. He let them live wild, in dens, on his land. He offered to let my husband have a puppy. My husband, having lived in Alaska for a while and being fascinated with wolves, agreed and brought him home. We named him Timber (so creative, weren't we?) Right from the start, we realized this was not a dog. This was a wolf. He answered ONLY to my husband (and this just barely). He hated being inside so much we mistakenly left him inside once when we went out and in his desperate attempt to get outside he trashed our house! I remember coming home from wherever we were and finding our cabinet on its side, all my wedding presents of crystal and china shattered. There were so many things that made him so different from a regular dog. He hated riding in the back of the truck! He'd stand there rigid. terrified, his legs splayed out and at the worst possible moment he'd try to jump out (like on the freeway). We only put him in the back of the truck one other time, and that time we had to tie him so he wouldn't jump put. He tried anyway and almost hanged himself! So, no more trips in the back of the truck. He didn't like to be petted, and I never got the sense that he cared for me at all. He didn't seem to care about my husband either, he just gave him a grudging respect. HE howled ENDLESSLY. And we're talking full on wolf howling all night long. Nothing could stop it. We tried a shock collar, but he just endured the shocking and tried howling over and over so we took it off. We thought maybe he was lonely (he certainly didn't seem happy, though we cared for him and loved him and tried to pet him and play with him – he didn't play either, no fetch for Timber) so we brought him home a little dog from the shelter. Timber gave this dog a wide berth. Unfortunately, this little dog had come from the shelter with Kennel cough, and he gave it to Timber. We noticed Timber coughing one day, and we decided to take him to the vet that evening after work. When we got home, we saw him on his side in the yard, unmoving. Somehow, Timber had caught this cough from the other dog (who died from it as well, maybe it was worse than a cough, we never found out) and it killed him swiftly. We were so sad that he died, but we were also sad that we had unwittingly contributed to a previously unknown problem, that of trying to keep a wolf as a pet and finding out how difficult, almost impossible it was. Had we known, of course we would have not brought him home. If we had known about a sanctuary, I think that we would have brought him to one, not because we were fed up and ready to abandon him, but because he was not happy with us, a wild animal being put into a domesticated situation. The man we had bought him from had raised him wild, and I know wolves are pack animals. Timber was without a doubt the most INTELLIGENT dog I have ever seen. He seemed almost human sometimes, how he'd figure things out. I feel like we ripped him from his family, and he knew it. How would we feel if we were taken from our family to live with strangers, never to see them again? Thats how Timber must have felt. I am very glad there are people out there to educate everyone on the differences between wolves and dogs, so that other people don't make the same mistake we did. I don't like it when I hear people say that wolves can be trained to be like regular dogs, or that deep down they are really just like other dogs. They aren't. We had one, we tried to train him, we loved him, and he was deeply unhappy. One day I'd like to visit this wolf sanctuary. Anyway, if you're still around, thanks for reading this far : )
Melanie Segalla
argh On Sunday, November 27 at 12:32 am
geez Melanie, who gives a _hit?
Grace On Sunday, November 20 at 3:49 pm
I had no idea! I grew up in Conroe, TX and can't wait to visit when I go to visit my parents.
Frances On Sunday, November 20 at 4:08 pm
Wonderful wonderful post. I love that they called it St. Francis. Nice historical reference.
My brother's neighbor has a pure, white wolf. Yes, 100% wolf. It is huge. I am very much afraid of it, even though it is behind 2 sets of very big chain link fences. My brother, a Crocodile Dundee type, is at home with any creature. The creatures know this and so, my brother at least has a fighting chance. Not me. I have such a healthy respect for these kings of the forest that I stay away. It is a breathtakingly beautiful animal but it stands so tall and its glance is so intense, I have a more than healthy respect for it and its turf. My brother's best friend once had a half dog, half wolf and had to turn it in it was so unpredictable and dangerous. I do not understand why folks insist on the added risk for a pet. It must be an ego thing or the need for the thrill factor.
I do hope that wolves will come back from near extinction but, also know that they can be dangerous at times. Thank you for this most interesting post.
Naomi Davis On Monday, November 21 at 3:50 am
What a great article. Thank you. I really enjoyed reading it. How marvelous to hear of a centre where there is actually enough common sense around to protect people and animals from each other as necessary. I'm sorry you were unable to get to touch them, but I really love hearing the responsible way the centre is being run. That is the kind of place you want to visit. I live close to a cheetah sanctuary (in South Africa) and I cannot tell you how many people take toddlers there. Do they not realize that is like writing a written invitation for lunch to animals like these whose natrual pray is about that size? Fantastic to hear of sanctuaries like these and the marvelous work they do.
Jerritt On Monday, November 21 at 8:54 am
Thanks for this interesting post. I am glad you had such a great experience with your students.
I am the Director of Education at the International Wolf Center in Ely, MN–a couple people have mentioned us in their comments. I really enjoyed reading your account of the trip to the sanctuary and read the comments with great interest. Wolves always create wonderful opportunities to learn and discuss many important topics. Even in this one forum there are so many topics worth looking at much more closely.
I wantedto let people know about a number of educational resources we offer. (I apologize if this sounds like a sales pitch, my intention is just to make people aware of some opportunities.) If you go to http://www.wolf.org and click on the "Learn" tab you will find downloadable curriculum, information about connecting with us by videoconference technology, how to rent a Wolf Loan Box that will be shipped directly to you, and much more. We currently have live webcams and will be offering live streaming video by summer of 2012.
We have been trying to find ways to connect with parents who homeschool throughout the country. We have some ideas we would like to develop, and would be interested in connecting with interested parents or teachers. If Heather replies that it is okay, I will post my e-mail address here for people to connect with me.
I'll keep reading the posts here with interest.
Celia On Monday, November 21 at 9:07 am
If you ever have the chance, you should visit Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary out near Ramah, NM. I lived there in 2009 and met some of my very best friends, both two-legged and four. The premise of the place is very similar- rescue, sanctuary, and education. They have a campground with RV hook-ups. There's nothing like falling asleep to the sound of wolves howling.
I know it'll be a fairly similar experience, but I just love them and felt compelled to mention it.
Linda in Scottsdale On Monday, November 21 at 9:20 am
Thank you for sharing this story – beautiful animals!
AliciaC On Monday, November 21 at 10:10 am
We have one here in New Mexico. I hope we can visit it next summer as I just found out about it last month. Camping is also available there.
e-Expeditions On Monday, November 21 at 11:49 am
Wolves are such beautiful creatures! It's a shame you didn't get to have any up-close-and-personal time, but it looks like you guys learned a lot and had a great time.
mtmama On Monday, November 21 at 2:50 pm
Whoever thinks wolves are beautiful need to have a reality check. They kill people an other wildlife bringing the number of elk and deer population down so us who depend on elk and deer venison to feed our families through the year don't have a good chance to get that venison. They are way too protected.
dan's wife On Monday, November 21 at 3:45 pm
Here in Wyoming, 'wolf' is pretty much a four-letter word, thanks to over-the-top environmentalist agit-prop.
Dawn C On Monday, November 21 at 9:35 pm
These wolves look sad and they are in small cages. That is not a way for a wild animal to live……
Lynn, with wolf envy On Tuesday, November 22 at 2:32 pm
Wolves deserve a fair chance too. They were hunting deer and elk long before any of us and I am thankful for places like this. I am no where near TX, but I am tell you that if I do get the chance, I will go visit.
Thanks for telling us about this place – I've never heard of it.
annonymous On Tuesday, November 22 at 4:05 pm
Wolves are not humans, they don't have souls.
emm On Tuesday, November 22 at 5:20 pm
Smoke a Pack a day.
thatcher On Tuesday, November 22 at 5:43 pm
It's a mistake to romanticize these creature. They are extremely dangerous to both other animals and humans. There is a reason so many folk tales tell of boys raised by wolves. It was a terrible problem in our early history where a wolf would grab a human baby and run off with him. Pioneer diaries are full of these incidents as well as attacks on full grown men.
I live in a wolf state and it was promised that the packs would never locate by major populations…Right….a pack was just discovered in the foothills right above Seattle. They breed like rabbits and now the total population has exceeded all expectations. The only thing worse is the reintroduction of grizzlies. There is a reason their was a bounty on their heads.
Heather On Wednesday, November 23 at 6:39 pm
Perhaps people shouldn't continue to spread into wolf territory. These areas were theirs first.
Heather On Tuesday, November 22 at 9:33 pm
Wolves are not endangered. They have exceeded Fish and Wildlife Services original recovery numbers for over a decade. These animals are predators that do not distinguish between domestic livestock, pets or wildlife. I noticed comments in regard to the ecological benefits to numerous plant species in the Yellowstone area since reintroducing the wolf. This is because the deer, elk, moose and other species that would eat those plants have fled to private lands in an attempt to escape the ever increasing number of wolves preying on them in the greater Yellowstone area.
While a sanctuary has the ability to make the wolf appear majestic, beautiful and romantic. It's a far different story when you deal with them on a personal basis, on your own land, where they mangle, injure and kill the animals you raise and care for daily.
As a person who lives in the western U.S., dealing with misperceptions of this animal is a constant battle. While I think field trips are great, I hope you will consider exposing your kids to all aspects of topics like wolves. Spending a few hours in a sanctuary, listening to what one person in that environment has to say about wolves is far from the entire story. Following that up with a private landowner who has the perspective of how these animals are lived with where there aren't any cages or other protective controlled enivronments would be a huge step toward accurately educating kids, and adults, on the entire wolf issue.
CariW On Thursday, March 15 at 1:05 pm
I loved reading about your trip to the sanctuary. Jean is my Godmother and my kids have had the privilege of getting to go in with the wolves and help feed. My mom takes my kids out there a couple of times a year and the enjoy it so much everytime. They don't always get to touch them or pet them depending on what Jean has going on. If the sanctuary is near you, it really is a neat place to visit.


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The Ohio Collegiate Soccer Association (OCSA) released its All-Ohio and Academic All-Ohio teams and Walsh is represented by six players. Midfielder Gina Pinzone (Sr., 5-6, Cleveland, OH/Padua Franciscan) earned spots on both teams as an Academic All-Ohio First Team and All-Ohio Second Team selection.
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An administrative law judge has cleared the way for new standards on teaching social studies in Minnesota public schools.
The Star Tribune reports Judge Barbara Neilson mediated a dispute between the state Department of Education and a group of mainly conservatives who criticized the standards for removing the role of God-given rights from discussions and unfairly called the U.S. a "democracy" rather than a "republic."
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Twitter for iPhone has received yet another update and brings back some high-demand features including the swipe shortcut. There is also a nice clear warning that explicitly states that the Find Friends feature accesses your contacts' email addresses and phone numbers.
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The Reds have rejected two bids from Manchester City for the Danish defender this summer.
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Microsoft Build 2014 detailed: headed to Moscone Center in April
The official Microsoft developer event series by the name of Build 2014 has been announced, moving to the Moscone Center in San Francisco. This location is the same as used by Apple, Samsung, and Google for their yearly developer events, making this one of the most developer-frenzied event centers in the world without a doubt. This event will be held on April 2nd on through the 4th of 2014.


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Journalism in Australia
Journalism in Australia is a strong industry with an extensive history. Reporters Without Borders placed Australia 18th on a list of 178 countries ranked by press freedom, ahead of both the United Kingdom and United States.[1] Print media in the country is generally under control of Fairfax Media and News Corporation.
Most of the published material in the first twenty years of the New South Wales colony was to inform residents of the rules and laws of the time. These were printed with a portable wooden and iron printing press. Since half of the convicts of the time were not able to read, it was compulsory for these notices to be read at Sunday church services.[2]
On 22 November 1800, George Howe arrived in Australia. Nicknamed "Happy", Howe was born in the West Indies, although his father had been a native of Ireland.[3] In London, Howe had worked in the print industry for several newspapers including The Times, but was sent to New South Wales after being charged with shoplifting, a crime which was also punishable by hanging.
In 1803, Howe started production on Australia's first newspaper, the Sydney Gazette. While much of its content was government notices, there was also an abundance of news to report in the burgeoning colony. An extract from the paper about the first Koala to be captured told of the "graveness of the visage", which "would seem to indicate a more than ordinary portion of animal sagacity".[4]
One news gathering technique that Howe used for local content was to place a slip box outside of the store where the Gazette was published, to let the public suggest stories. Because of the country's geographic isolation, international news arriving via arriving ships was usually printed 10 to 14 weeks out of date.
The Sydney Gazette was the only paper published until 1824, when William Wentworth began publishing the colony's first privately owned newspaper, The Australian (no connection with the current paper of the same name, which was established by Rupert Murdoch in 1964).[5]
The Australian Journalist's Association (AJA) was formed in 1910 and registered federally in 1911.[6] In 1921, the University of Queensland became the first Australian institution to offer a diploma of journalism.[7] The AJA was amalgamated in 1992 into the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance.[8]
In 1956, Ampol Petroleum founder Sir William Gaston Walkley established Australia's most prestigious Journalism Awards, the Walkleys.[9]
On 16 October 1975, five Australian journalists, now known as the Balibo Five, reporting on the invasion of East Timor (then Portuguese Timor) by Indonesia were murdered at a house in Balibo. The journalists, from both the Nine Network and the Seven Network, were killed by Indonesian soldiers after recording footage which proved Indonesia was behind the conflict, as opposed to the claim it was an internal Timorese coup.[10]
Paul Moran, an ABC cameraman from Adelaide became the first Australian journalist to die while covering the Iraq war in March 2003. He was killed while working when a car bomb near him exploded.[11] The ABC foreign correspondent working with Moran, Eric Campbell, survived the explosion and went on to write about the incident in his book Absurdistan.[12]
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Australian journalists are more vulnerable to defamation action than many of their international counterparts.[citation needed] Australia lacks both a bill of rights and an explicit rights to freedom of speech in the Australian constitution.[13] The 2006 Reporters Without Borders survey ranking the countries of the world in relative press freedom listed Australia as number 35 behind Ghana and Mauritius. Australia's score of nine had increased greatly since scoring a much better three in 2002. According to the Australia's Right to Know campaign, a collaborative effort between all major Australian media publishers and outlets, major causes in the decline of press freedom include anti-terrorism legislation (Australian anti-terrorism legislation, 2004 and Australian Anti-Terrorism Act 2005), sedition laws, suppression orders and Freedom of Information requests.[14][15]
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In 1992, the High Court of Australia saw the case of Australian Capital Television Pty Ltd v Commonwealth, concerning a decision the previous year which inserted Part IIID into the Broadcasting Act 1942. The resulting regulations banned political advertising during Federal, State or Local elections. There was some free time provided for political messages, but 90 percent of this was allocated to parties in the previous government. A majority decision found in favour of Australian Capital Television, ruling there was an implied right to freedom of political communication in the constitution.
The 4–3 decision of the Theophanous v Herald and Weekly Times Ltd case two years later enforced the previous ruling to the extent of validating the constitution's implied freedom of speech as a defamation defense, however this would not last.[16]
Lange v ABC[edit]
In 1997, the High Court heard the case of former New Zealand Prime Minister Lange v Australian Broadcasting Corporation on the rulings of the Theophanous and Stephens v West Australian Newspapers. "While the judges unanimously confirmed the existence of an implied constitutional freedom of political speech, they did not cite it as a defense against defamation action by politicians."[17]
Since Australian law does not currently accept the implied freedoms as a defamation defense, Australian journalists facing slander or libel must use common law defense. This involves the defendant proving that they:[17]
- did believe defamatory imputations were true
- undertook reasonable steps to confirm the accuracy of defamatory information
- had reasonable grounds for a belief that defamatory imputations were true
- included a response from the defamed person, except where this was seen as not practical or was unnecessary
Education in journalism[edit]
Many Australian universities provide journalism and communication courses. The majority of new Australian journalists have a tertiary education in the field. In 2000, seven of eight cadetships given by the Age were given to those with a journalism degree.[17] In the same year, however, the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance estimated Australian universities produced approximately 600 students graduating with either a Bachelor of Journalism or an undergraduate degree majoring in Journalism, with another (approx.) 50 graduates with a Masters qualification. The alliance estimated these graduates were competing for fewer than 150 jobs. Since that time the situation has worsened considerably, with a record 4750 journalism students enrolled in 2010 for fewer than 1000 jobs. Additionally, depending on their own personal preference, many editors prefer to employ graduates with qualifications in other fields in the belief that they (as working journalists) are better equipped to pass on journalistic skills than academics (who have left the profession).[18]
The following Australian tertiary educational institutions provide journalism courses:
- Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Western Australia
- Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia
- Bond University, Gold Coast, Queensland
- Charles Sturt University
- Deakin University
- Griffith University
- James Cook University, Townsville
- Jschool: Journalism Education & Training, Brisbane
- La Trobe University, Melbourne
- Monash University, Melbourne
- Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia
- Queensland University of Technology
- Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
- Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne
- University of Melbourne, Melbourne
- University of Newcastle
- University of New South Wales
- university of Notre Dame
- University of Southern Queensland
- University of Queensland
- University of South Australia
- University of the Sunshine Coast
- University of Western Sydney
- University of Wollongong
- University of Technology, Sydney
- University of Canberra
See also[edit]
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- Media of Australia
- List of newspapers in Australia
- Journalism
- Journalism education
- Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance
- Media Watch
- Walkley Awards
- National Women's Media Centre
- ^ Reporters Without Borders (2010). "Press Freedom Index 2010". Reporters Without Borders. Archived from the original on 24 November 2010. Retrieved 22 November 2010.
- ^ "The birth of the newspaper in Australia - Australia's Culture Portal". Cultureandrecreation.gov.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Birth of the Book in Australia". Booktown.com.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Pig Bites Baby!: Stories from Australia's First Newspaper". smh.com.au. 12 April 2003. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Wentworth, William Charles - Biographical entry - Encyclopedia of Australian Science". Asap.unimelb.edu.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Australian Journalists Association (i) - Trade Union entry". Australian Trade Union Archives. Atua.org.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Bachelor of Journalism - Courses and Programs - The University of Queensland, Australia". Uq.edu.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Alliance Online". Alliance.org.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ [1][dead link]
- ^ 9 December 2006 12:00AM (9 December 2006). "The day the military murdered our boys". News.com.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "ABC Pays Tribute to Cameraman killed in Iraq". Abc.net.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ Campbell, Eric (2005). Absurdistan. Sydney: HarperCollins. pp. 317–334. ISBN 0-7322-7980-1.
- ^ "Would a Bill of Rights improve the quality of Australian journalism? - On Line Opinion - 15/11/2000". On Line Opinion. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ "Gagging justice - Gotcha with Gary Hughes Blog | The Australian". Blogs.theaustralian.news.com.au. 28 August 2006. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ [2][dead link]
- ^ "Australian Parliamentary Library - 1996-97 Research Paper 10". Aph.gov.au. Retrieved 2011-02-18.
- ^ a b c Conley, David (2002). The Daily Miracle. Melbourne: Oxford University Press. p. 11. ISBN 0-19-551374-6.
- ^ http://www.theaustralian.com.au/media/total-number-of-entry-level-jobs-in-journalism-each-year-is-in-the-low-hundreds/story-fnd7xvub-1226330750398


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AM Fight Club, an online fitness site, offers those with a busy schedule a convenient way to fit in a workout.
"[AM Fight Club] is another way to fight to stay fit," said Julie Diver, creator of AM Fight Club and Deerfield, Mich., resident. "It's a convenient way for people to get their workout. There are lots of reasons someone can't make it to the gym; they can't get a babysitter, don't have gas money, don't want people looking at them. For this they can, if they have a computer, click from one workout to the next to the next."
As their schedules got busier with their children's lives, Diver and her husband started working out in their garage in the early morning. Eventually more and more people started joining them until they all could no longer fit inside the garage.
Someone asked Diver if they ever considered putting the workouts online, and in 2007, amfightclub.com was born.
The site was originally going to show live classes online, but Diver decided instead to pre-record lessons and post them, she said.
"As we started going, we thought about putting things into play that would be perfect for people who are in the office," Diver said. "A lot of the workouts you can do right from your office and not change your clothes if you want to. We wanted to get people to start moving in innovative ways."
The workout videos are designed for individuals at all different levels and consist of everything from pilates and resistance bands to stability ball and kickboxing, she said. Currently, the site has 15 workout videos and updates them every few months.
In addition to watching workouts on the computer, the videos can be downloaded and put on smart phones and iPods, adding to the workout convenience, Diver said.
"I think one of the things that is kind of cool is you get to make your own rules. You don't have to be at a gym at 10 a.m. because that's when a particular class is scheduled," Diver said. "It's your schedule and your time."
Videos vary in length, with the longest approximately 20 minutes long. Individuals have the option to continue to pick more videos or stop after one, Diver said.
"When people just begin a work out…10 minutes is all you really need. It's building that confidence and getting better at what you're doing," she said.
In addition to the website, AM Fight Club has a fan page on Facebook that allows Diver to interact with people from the site, often posting inspirational messages.
"When you talk about the fight to be fit, it's not always physical but mental," she said.
The fan page creates a community, Diver said.
Through a special texting platform listed on the fan page, individuals can also directly connect with Diver, she said.
"When I think about it, it reminds me of the Jetsons. So much of the technology has evolved, with so much online. This is just the next step," she said.
AM Fight Club is $9.99 a month, with a free seven-day trial available.
"It does save you money," Diver said. "You can't even buy a video for $9.99. If you do buy a video then you're stuck with one workout, where we're changing things up all the time."
Diver is a certified personal trainer and has a certification in free weights, stability ball, yoga, boot camp and kickboxing, among others. She also has various martial arts black belts.
Visit AM Fight Club at the website www.amfightclub.com or visit its Facebook page at F-Fit "Fight To Stay Fit."
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In coming weeks, we'll welcome thousands of students into residence halls at the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO).
The transition from high school to college, or living at home to living on campus, is a big adjustment. Read on below for helpful tips, strategies and information to make your transition as smooth as possible. They are provided courtesy of an article published by the UNO Alumni Association.
Information regarding this year's move in dates and times is at the bottom of this page.
UNO offers a range of services to students to ease the transition from high school to college and from living at home to living away from home. That includes advice during student orientation not just for incoming freshmen, but also for parents (such as communication strategies with their college student).
Also among UNO's offerings is the First Year Experience Course (FYE), a 10-week intensive course that teaches college success strategies and covers reading and note taking at the college level, test anxiety, career assessments, public speaking and learning styles. Students from the FYE course often continue meeting after the class has ended and also take the required Public Speaking course together to ease anxiety.
Getting a grip on finances also is important.
Transitioning to living on campus? The Dodge Campus facilities provide a safe and comfortable living and learning environment for students. UNO promotes respect, empowering students to affect the community positively, advocating and adapting to the changing needs of students, and providing programs and experiences beyond the classroom. Residents of Maverick Village and University Village enjoy the convenience of a nearby parking structure and parking lot, should they choose to have a car on campus.
Newer facilities, like Scott Court on the Pacific Campus, are now structured more like homes. Students have separate bedroom suites but share a kitchen, living room and one or two bathrooms. Some of the on-campus residences also offer onsite gyms, laundry facilities and dining halls.
Advice for first-time university students
Students and parents should communicate academic expectations and financial expectations before the start of classes. Students should be especially wary of credit card offers and spending.
Discuss how much information parents will have access to. Applicable forms must be completed because the university is limited as to what student information it can provide.
Secure on-campus housing as early as possible. UNO typically has a waiting list for its 2,000-plus beds.
Become involved with organizations on campus. Studies show that retention rates are higher for students with campus involvement.
Utilize UNO's learning centers for math, science, public speaking and writing. They can get students from struggles to success.
UNO's Counseling Center can help. It's staffed by licensed mental health practitioners and also has alcohol and drug counselors available. It offers a wide range of free and confidential services to freshmen through graduate students, covering topics from pre-existing mental health conditions to transitional issues. The center also offers vocational/career testing.
Attend classes. When attendance becomes optional in college, some students take that independence too far. No one will call home to say a class was missed — it's the responsibility of students to be there and be on time.
Get to know your professors and academic adviser. It's good to speak with professors one-on-one even if you don't have a specific question.
Don't forget to account for spending money. After tuition and meal plans, many students will need some dispensable income — plan accordingly.
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Assistant Professor Symposium
10th Organic Assistant Professors Symposium The intent of the Symposium is to have the program composed of Assistant Professor speakers who are entering their fifth or sixth years and who have not yet been considered for tenure. Sixteen speakers will be invited to give 30-minute presentations on their work. We invite you to nominate Organic Assistant Professors as potential speakers for this symposium. The nomination may come from the Chair of the department, another tenured faculty member or a non-academic of similar seniority. Nominations consist of a very short nomination statement, confirmation that the nominee will be a fifth or a sixth year Assistant Professor in the Fall 2015, and a copy of his/her CV. Please submit the nomination by e-mail to Huw Davies and Lisa McElwee-White before February 1, 2015.


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text: Bookmarks Extremity angiographyPrint-Friendly Angiography of the extremity; Peripheral angiography; Lower extremity angiogram; Peripheral angiogram; Arteriography of the extremity NavigatorExtremity angiography is a test used to see the arteries in the hands, arms, feet, or legs. It is also called peripheral angiography. Angiography uses x-rays and a special dye to see inside the arteries. Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.I Would Like to Learn About:Expand All Collapse All How the Test is Performed This test is done in a hospital. You will lie on an x-ray table. You may ask for some medicine to make you sleep and relaxed (sedative) if you are anxious about the test.The health care provider will shave and clean an area, usually in the groin.A numbing medicine (anesthetic) is injected into the skin over an artery. A needle is placed into that artery. A thin plastic tube called a catheter passed through the needle into the artery. The health care provider moves it into the area of the body being studied. The doctor can see live images of the area on a TV-like monitor, and uses them as a guide. Dye flows through the catheter. X-ray images are taken of the artery.Certain treatments can be done during this procedure. These treatments include:Dissolving a blood clot with medicine Opening a partially blocked artery with a balloon Placing a small tube called a stent into an artery to help hold it openThe health care team will check your pulse (heart rate), blood pressure, and breathing during the procedure.PulseThe pulse is the number of heartbeats per minute.Read Article Now Book Mark Article The catheter is removed when the test is done. Pressure is placed on the area for 10 - 15 minutes to stop any bleeding. A bandage is then put on the wound.The arm or leg where the needle was placed should be kept straight for 6 hours after the procedure. 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Tell your health care provider if you:Are pregnant Are allergic to any medications Have ever had an allergic reaction to x-ray contrast material or iodine substances Allergic reactionAllergic reactions are sensitivities to substances called allergens that come into contact with the skin, nose, eyes, respiratory tract, and gastroin...Read Article Now Book Mark Article Have ever had any bleeding problems How the Test Will Feel The x-ray table is hard and cold. You may want to ask for a blanket or pillow. You may feel some stinging when the numbing medicine is injected. You may also feel some pressure as the catheter is moved.The dye can cause a feeling of warmth and flushing. This is normal and usually goes away in a few seconds.You may have tenderness and bruising at the site of the catheter insertion after the test. Seek immediate medical help if you have: Swelling Bleeding that doesn't go away Severe pain in an arm or leg Why the Test is Performed Your doctor may order this test if you have symptoms of a narrowed or blocked blood vessel in the arms, hands, legs, or feet.Narrowed or blocked blood vesselPeripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition of the blood vessels that supply the legs and feet. It leads to narrowing and hardening of the arteri...Read Article Now Book Mark Article The test may also be done to diagnose:Bleeding Swelling or inflammation of the blood vessels (angiitis) Normal Results The x-ray shows normal structures for the age of the patient. 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During the last few years, there has been an explosion in our knowledge of the ways in which humans develop and learn. It is now known that babies are beginning to learn even before they are born. We all want our children to be the best that they can be, and with some knowledge of how children learn and the sequential steps they must go through in many areas of development, we can provide many experiences at home to help them reach their potential.
Take an active role in your children's development by using our easy skill-building activities with them. Click on the following links to find dozens of ways for you to help them learn.
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When educators discuss children's development, they usually talk about physical, mental, social, and emotional development. How Children Develop is a quick lesson in how children develop and the stages they go through. Knowing these will help you understand what stage they are in and what comes next.
How People Learn Best is a reminder there are different learning styles. By recognizing and adapting to a person's learning style, we make it easier for them to learn.
For greater understanding of stages in the development of reading, writing, and math skills and for an idea of what goes on in a quality child care center, read Ready to Learn. You can use that information to help your child do the activities which will enable him/her to progress smoothly to the next stage. Always remember that some children progress faster than others and that the time spent in stages does not reflect their intelligence. They may have a personality which needs to move slower in order to enjoy life and really internalize their learning.
The two most important things you can do for your children are to love them and to read to them every day. Buy books. Borrow from the library. Read newspaper or magazine articles. Let them see and hear you read. For suggestions, see our Recommended Books. For more important things to do for your children, read: 15 Ways to Help Your Child.
For families with two or more children near the same age, here is a peace and harmony idea that worked well in the Jindrich home. Try the Big Cheese Program. You will be surprised how well it works.
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Walt and El Grupo - rare footage chronicles 1941's trip to South America by Walt Disney - Coming to theatres Sept 11
It's a major event, in terms of Disney history: the documentary "Walt and El Grupo" presented by the Walt Disney Family Foundation will be released by Walt Disney Pictures on September 11.
Why? Because the amazing footage of Walt and El Grupo "chronicles the amazing ten-week trip that Walt Disney and his hand-picked group of artists and film making talent (later known as "El Grupo") took to South America in 1941 at the behest of the U.S. Government as part of the Good Neighbor Policy. During this time, the Roosevelt administration had growing concerns about Nazi and Fascist influence in Latin America, and the rest of the world was slipping further into war.
In stark contrast to these trying times, Disney and his colorful group of artists found themselves on a lively trip full of hope and discovery as they explored various South American cities, spending the majority of their time in the countries of Argentina, Brazil and Chile. The group was saddled with an unusual assignment – while gathering story material, immersing themselves in the culture, befriending local artists, meeting political leaders and attending countless functions, their journey was also a de facto diplomatic mission, and as a result, the studio produced the classic films "Saludos Amigos" and "The Three Caballeros."
"Shot on film in five countries, Walt and El Grupo is a tale that still resonates on both sides of the equator. The film time travels in Walt Disney's footsteps through the use of personal letters and stunning artwork from the trip, remembrances by descendants and survivors, and extraordinary never-before-seen footage. Walt and El Grupo brings together an intertwined story of art and politics, the poignancy of a bygone age, and a legendary artist during one of his most trying times."
Read full articles with MORE great pictures and artwork AND the "Walt and El grupo" trailer on Disney and more here:
Disney and more: Walt and El Grupo rare footage chronicles 1941 Disney artists South America trip - Released in theatres Sept 11
Don't miss too the previous fantastic LIFE magazine pictures article with dozens of great pictures of this South America trip!


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Not to beat a dead horse, but...
I an getting into a newly forming jazz quartet and we are thinking the same thing. What to name it? Thought about "The Grin n' Dig It, Gettin With It, Hoochy, Coochy Rhythm Band" but it just doesn't have that feel for a jazz band. Thoughts?
Zikos, that horse is alive and happily prancing around. No joke, if and when you get this band up and running please, please, please get some merch printed. I would buy a shirt with that band name on it and wear it to church. Well not really but you get the idea.
Oh! You could also start a group where you're front and center and call it "Candyman and the Rythm cats" It has a nice ring no?
I've entertained the idea of learning some old standards and reinterpret some newer covers with an old timey feel with my current band. It'd be set list filler for bar gigs and we could probably branch out and play weddings and parties under a new moniker.
My idea was "Mojo and Merry Melodians!"
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